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Uptown

Uptown

Neighborhood in Denver, Colorado

Denver County 80202, 80203, 80218

$541,960 Average Value
$446 Average Price per Sq Ft
33 Homes For Sale

Urban living in a vibrant, central location

Uptown is a hip, residential area with eclectic global eateries and bars ranging from casual dives to sleek cocktail lounges. Right in the middle of Denver, Uptown residents choose a metropolitan lifestyle where they can walk to a number of top-tier eateries, stop by intimate performance venues like the Avenue Theater and the Fillmore Auditorium or take the bus to see some of the city's best parks and attractions. Uptown is also where the hip and retro live side-by-side; while walking down the street, residents can admire the historic architecture of well-known buildings like the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception before stepping into their modern apartment or a trendy, vibrant shop. This iconic, centrally-located neighborhood of Colorado's largest city is also known for being the home of the Colorado State Capitol Building, which has long served as an architectural ambassador for the state and still is an important cultural touchpoint for Coloradoans and tourists alike. "People move here who want to enjoy the great location and 24/7 energy," says Justin Joseph, a Realtor in the area who has practiced real estate law and sold homes since 2017, adding that "residents can walk in any direction from their homes and find great bars and restaurants." With bustling city streets, lively nightlife and access to many of Denver's biggest attractions all nearby, Uptown has a little bit of everything Colorado has to offer on tap.

The Colorado State Capitol is bordering Uptown and provides a nice backdrop to the area.
The Colorado State Capitol is bordering Uptown and provides a nice backdrop to the area.
For a few rounds of golf, head to the public greens at City Park Golf Course.
For a few rounds of golf, head to the public greens at City Park Golf Course.
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Restaurant Row and other options

Spanning the length of East 17th Street, Restaurant Row is the heart of Denver's active food and nightlife scene and runs right through the middle of Uptown. With Restaurant Row so close, residents can walk out their front doors to find eateries, bistros, bars and fine dining options suited for any palette. Local hotspots include Ace Eat Serve, a Pan-Asian combination pool hall and social nexus with spacious indoor and outdoor seating to accommodate even large gatherings. For anyone missing their favorite regional classics, Guy Fieri's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" veteran Steuben's offers everything from fried chicken to lobster rolls. Of course, it wouldn't be Denver without a healthy mix of great vegetarian and vegan options like Watercourse Foods with sports bars for local diehard fans like Stoney's Uptown Joint. Fans of the Colorado Rockies and Denver Broncos alike can gather here to celebrate or commiserate about everything going on in professional sports, from football to basketball or hockey. With over 30 flat-screen televisions, getting a view will be the least of residents' concerns. For groceries, residents can take a quick walk over to Natural Grocer's on Brighton Boulevard or catch the bus up to the popular 16th Street mall, a mile-long pedestrian promenade with even more shops and restaurants to explore.

Ace is a popular restaurant located in Uptown.
Ace is a popular restaurant located in Uptown.
Stoney's Uptown Joint is the go-to place to watch sports games with over 30 flatscreen TVs.
Stoney's Uptown Joint is the go-to place to watch sports games with over 30 flatscreen TVs.
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Condos and historical homes in the heart of Denver

With an average sales price of about $610,000, there's a range of home styles and price points for prospective residents. Walking the streets, residents might notice the juxtaposition of ornate, classic architecture next door to high-rise buildings like modern apartments and condos. A few streets offer the typical neighborhood experience of grassy lawns and front porch relaxing, but these options are making way for denser dwellings. Like most of Uptown, also called Capitol Hill, the area has seen expansive redevelopment to support the growing population. Condos are available starting for as low as $215,000 dollars in both modern high-rise buildings and older, renovated buildings, while more traditional, Queen Anne and Victorian-style homes are also available, ranging from $800,000 to multi-million dollar properties featuring original construction from the turn of the twentieth century and unique architectural details.

Condos are a common sight in Uptown.
Condos are a common sight in Uptown.
Close two-story houses are common to find within the Uptown neighborhood.
Close two-story houses are common to find within the Uptown neighborhood.
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Public events and festivals in the state capital

Adjacent to Uptown is the iconic Civic Center Park, home of the city's most famous annual events including seasonal holiday celebrations like the lighting of the Mile High Tree. A 110-foot-tall digital art installation, the Mile High Tree is an innovative light production and America's largest digital tree, cavernous enough to walk inside. The lighting of the tree also coincides with the opening of the Denver Christkindlmarket, the city's authentic German holiday market. In the summer months, the Shine Music Festival, a charity concert featuring local acts, helps spread awareness of the barriers that prevent people with disabilities from enjoying live music. Newcomers to the area will want to check out A Taste of Colorado, a festival where Colorado's best offerings converge on the city for Labor Day weekend to revel in the sights, sounds and tastes of the Centennial State. The best part? Every event hosted in Civic Center Park is free and open to the public.

Civic Center Park provides a beautiful view of Downtown City Center Denver.
Civic Center Park provides a beautiful view of Downtown City Center Denver.
Civic Center Park is home of the city's most famous annual events.
Civic Center Park is home of the city's most famous annual events.
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Heading outdoors in uptown Denver

To get outside, residents can grab a blanket and picnic at Civic Center Park, or take a stroll through the flower gardens while admiring the Classical-revival architecture of the Capitol and other nearby buildings. About a mile to the east, residents can find trails, lakes, and expansive greenspace at City Park. Whether just cutting through on a run or spending the afternoon hiking around the park, City Park is a great local option for enjoying open outdoor space. For more entertainment, the park also offers popular attractions like the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and a full golf course.

Ferril Lake is known for its large fountain.
Ferril Lake is known for its large fountain.
For a fun day, Uptown residents can head to the Denver Zoo.
For a fun day, Uptown residents can head to the Denver Zoo.
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Getting around Uptown

Residents are fortunate to have plenty of access to public transportation, with efficient local bus routes servicing many of the city's major thoroughfares and a light rail stop in the neighborhood. In addition to public transportation, Uptown is also very bikable with bike lanes on roads like 13th Avenue and access to popular bike routes like the Cherry Creek Trail, which also connects to the South Platte River Trail System, so residents can zip all around town on their bike or head all the way to Red Rocks in Morrison if they want to. For the closest local hospital, residents can find the care they need at Kindred Hospital Denver just a mile east, while the Denver International Airport is about 24 miles northeast along Interstate 70.

The RTD Light Rail goes throughout Denver for easy transportation.
The RTD Light Rail goes throughout Denver for easy transportation.
Biking is a favorite pastime in Uptown.
Biking is a favorite pastime in Uptown.
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Denver Public Schools in the neighborhood

Thanks to Denver Public Schools, students of Uptown in kindergarten through eighth grades can get a quality education in the neighborhood at Downtown Denver Expeditionary School, which received a B rating on Niche. Students continue their education at Uptown's only public school, Emily Griffith High, which is also the location of a technical college. This high school received a C rating from Niche and presents its students with events like Emily Griffith Day, where students can find job opportunities and financial support, participate in giveaways and watch live performances.

Emily Griffith High School is a public high school in Uptown.
Emily Griffith High School is a public high school in Uptown.
Emily Griffith High School prepares local students for the next stage of their lives.
Emily Griffith High School prepares local students for the next stage of their lives.
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Catching a show at the local theater

For entertainment, Uptown is home to historical concert venues such as the Fillmore Auditorium and Ogden Theater—both featuring A-list acts and up-and-comers since the early 1900s. The Avenue Theater is also a nearby option, popular for those seeking out comedy and improv.

Uptown is home to historical concert venues such as the Fillmore Auditorium and Ogden Theater.
Uptown is home to historical concert venues such as the Fillmore Auditorium and Ogden Theater.
The Fillmore Auditorium has featured A-list acts and up-and-comers since the early 1900s.
The Fillmore Auditorium has featured A-list acts and up-and-comers since the early 1900s.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

35 min drive

Bus

19th Ave & Pearl St

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Ogden St & 17th Ave

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18th Ave & Washington St

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17th Ave & Broadway

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Colfax Ave & Broadway

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17th Ave & Clarkson St

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Civic Center Station Gate 2

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Uptown US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 10 4
Burglary 10 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 9 4
Crime Score 9 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$462,450
Median Single Family Price
$975,000
Median Townhouse Price
$514,495
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$514,900
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$446
Number of Homes for Sale
33
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Months of Supply
3.80
Median List Price
$515,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
691
Median Year Built
1999
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,594
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,056
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,266
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
859
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    10am - 12pm

    1950 N Logan St Unit 102, Denver, CO 80203

    $575,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,450 Sq Ft
    • 1950 N Logan St
    • Unit 102

    Welcome to Tower on the Park situated in the heart of vibrant Uptown! This 2-Story condo is only 1 of 8 Townhome-Style units in the community with a separate, exterior, ground-level entry. Spacious, open, elegant Great Room design features a large living area; gas fireplace w/mantle and tile surround, extensive hard-wood flooring, volume ceiling w/dual ceiling fan light fixtures, main-level full

    Ed Flynn Coldwell Banker Realty 56

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    2 - 4pm

    1745 Emerson St, Denver, CO 80218

    $1,895,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 4,756 Sq Ft
    • 1745 Emerson St
    • New 5 days ago

    TIMELESS VICTORIAN ELEGANCE MEETS MODERN LUXURY. Originally built in 1896 and exquisitely reimagined in 2016, this stunning Victorian estate seamlessly blends historic grandeur w/ modern sophistication. Thoughtfully expanded, it features soaring 11’ ceilings on the main floor, 9’ upstairs, and 8’ in the finished lower level. Sunlight pours through 7’ Victorian-style windows, highlighting the 5”

    Vivi Gloriod eXp Realty, LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Condo Buildings

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
8,867
Median Age
36
Population Density
40 ppl/acre
Population under 18
11.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,011
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,590

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
69.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.7%
% Population in Labor Force
79.2%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit Score®

77 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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