Noteworthy Mention of the Hampden South Neighborhood of Denver

This area has housing options for everyone. In Hampden South, there are traditional ranch and two story homes, mostly built in the 1970s and 1980s, new high rise condominiums and apartments in the DTC, and townhouses scattered around the area. The community attracts single people, families and retirees with its diversity of housing.

Location and Accessibility

Hampden South neighborhood is the southernmost neighborhood of Denver bordering Greenwood Village and the Denver Tech Center. Its boundaries are Hampden Ave. to the north, I-25 on the west, Belleview Ave to the south and Yosemite/Boston on the east.

With the advent of the RTD light rail (Belleview Station), Hampden South has seen a huge increase in the number of apartments being built. Access to the light rail is a huge draw in this area as well as the neighborhood’s close proximity to the DTC.

Recreation and Things to Do in Hampden South

Hampden South is home to four wonderful parks: Eastmoor, Southmoor, Rosamond and George M. Wallace Park. GM Wallace Park, named after the developer of the DTC, is home to one of the most popular sledding hills in the south metro area. On any snow day, you’ll find kids barreling down the slopes on sleds, snowboards and saucers.

Goldsmith Gulch etches its way through George Wallace Park on its way to Rosamond Park and you’ll find cyclists, dog walkers and runners enjoying the trail that parallels the gulch.

If you are looking for a special dinner in Hampden South and willing to pay steakhouse prices, Shanahan’s is a real treat. Named after Mike Shanahan, the Denver Broncos former coach, the restaurant boasts a spectacular bar, wonderful ambiance and great food. Also tucked in the southwest corner of the DTC, is Snooze, a popular spot for breakfast and lunch.