Top 5 Denver Neighborhoods for Home Buying and Selling
Denver neighborhoods just got a bit more interesting.
Using data based metrics, Land Title recently released the Top 5 Denver Neighborhoods for detached and attached properties as well as the Top 5 Trending Neighborhoods. Researching 2020 home sales across every neighborhood in the Denver metro area, Land Title compiled a list of some of the most successful and popular areas in which to buy and sell homes.
Using year-over-year sales volume, price per square foot, and average sales price as guidelines when grading, the finalists include some of well-known enclaves as well as some that people might find surprising.
Top 5 Neighborhoods for Detached Homes
Clayton
Denver’s Clayton Neighborhood sits near Colorado Boulevard and I-70 allowing for great access into the city or out to the airport. Read more here about Clayton Denver).
| Clayton 2020 vs 2019 | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 47 | 68 | + 44.68 % | 21 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $444 | $466 | + 4.99% | $22 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $440,143 | $483,829 | + 9.93 % | $43,686 |
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Montclair
The Montclair/Mayfair neighborhood is considered one of Denver’s original suburbs, established in 1887. The present-day definition of “suburb” no longer describes this very urban and upscale neighborhood located just east of downtown Denver. It is nestled within 6th Ave., Quebec St., Colorado Blvd. and Colfax Ave. (Read more here about Montclair/Mayfair Denver).
| Montclair 2020 vs 2019 | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 119 | 150 | + 26.05 % | 31 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $405 | $461 | + 13.82 % | $56 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $640,475 | $765,494 | +19.52 % | $125,019 |
Stats By Land Title
Overland
Overland neighborhood is one of the oldest areas of Denver having been one of the focal points of the gold rush of 1859. Its perimeter is the South Platte River, Yale, Broadway, and Mississippi. The influx of the 59ers was critical in establishing Colorado as a U.S. territory in 1861. (Read more here about Overland Denver).
| Overland 2020 vs 2019 | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 25 | 45 | + 80 % | 20 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $452 | $449 | – 0.47 % | – $2 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $394,216 | $462,644 | + 17.36 % | $68,428 |
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University
University neighborhood is aptly named as nearly one-quarter of its land mass is occupied by the University of Denver. The street boundaries are I-25, Downing, Amherst, Franklin, Dartmouth and University. (Read more here about University Denver).
| University 2020 vs 2019 | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 103 | 162 | + 57.28 % | 59 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $463 | $489 | + 5.74 % | $27 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $595,215 | $649,963 | + 9.2 % | $54,748 |
Stats By Land Title
Wellshire
Denver’s Wellshire Neighborhood is a short drive southeast of downtown Denver. It’s one of the last neighborhoods in Denver before crossing over into Cherry Hills Village. (Read more here about Wellshire Denver).
| Wellshire 2020 vs 2019 | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 50 | 74 | + 48 % | 24 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $410 | $445 | + 8.63 % | $35 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $739,089 | $811,598 | + 9.81 % | $72,509 |
Stats By Land Title
Top 5 Neighborhoods for Attached Homes
Congress Park
Denver’s Congress Park neighborhood is an urban oasis. It is a primarily residential neighborhood that has a plethora of brick bungalows and tree-lined streets. (Read more here about Congress Park Denver).
| Congress Park | 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference |
| Closed | 73 | 104 | + 42.47 % | 31 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $378 | $390 | + 3.12 % | $12 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $310,146 | $378,284 | + 21.97 % | $38,139 |
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Platt Park
This neighborhood is often referred to as Washington Park’s sister neighborhood as they bear many similarities in architecture and feel. Its boundaries are Mississippi, Broadway, Evans, Downing and Buchtel. (Read more here about Platt Park Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 32 | 41 | +28.13 % | 9 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $416 | $466 | +12.01 % | $50 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $611,032 | $750,951 | 22.9 % | $139,920 |
Sunnyside
Sunnyside neighborhood has been reinvigorated over the last decade as a result of the growth of the Highland neighborhood as well as the inner city regions of Denver. This northwest Denver area is found between I-70, Federal, 38th Ave. and Jason. (Read more here about Sunnyside Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 50 | 75 | + 50 % | 25 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $387 | $396 | + 2.3 % | $9 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $549,784 | $604,858 | + 10.02 % | $55,074 |
University Hills
Denver’s University Hills Neighborhood is a quiet oasis, removed from the bustle of Downtown Denver. (Read more here about University Hills Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 10 | 24 | +140 % | 14 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $312 | $327 | +4.87 % | $15 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $405,496 | $479,351 | + 18.21 % | $73,856 |
West Highland
Denver’s West Highland Neighborhood is one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods and is considered by many, including Travel + Leisure Magazine and National Geographic Traveler, to be a great place to call home. (Read more here about West Highland Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 45 | 73 | +62.22 % | 28 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $411 | $458 | +11.47 % | $47 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $523,215 | $572,574 | +9.43 % | $49,359 |
Top 5 Trending Neighborhoods for Attached Homes
Fort Logan
Fort Logan is a historical neighborhood filled with early American heritage dating back to the late 1800s. Early residents flocked to this area as a way to capitalize on Denver’s railroad commerce. (Read more here about Fort Logan Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 61 | 85 | +39.34 % | 24 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $219 | $237 | + 8.48 % | $19 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $242,574 | $261,811 | + 7.93 % | $19,237 |
Hale
Hale neighborhood is an established Denver neighborhood that is witnessing a resurgence with the long-awaited redevelopment of the old University Hospital site at 9th Ave. and Colorado Blvd. Continuum Partners is pouring $500 million into the 26 acres site with over 1,000 new apartments, condominiums and townhomes. (Read more here about Hale Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 86 | 97 | +12.79 % | 11 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $321 | $327 | +1.73 % | $6 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $292,144 | $326,939 | +11.91 % | $34,794 |
Jefferson Park
Jefferson Park neighborhood is an area in northwest Denver that is witnessing major urban renewal and is conveniently located near the downtown business district. Its boundaries are Speer Blvd., Federal Blvd., Colfax Ave. and the South Platte River. (Read more here about Jefferson Park Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 70 | 126 | + 80 % | 56 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $423 | $445 | +5.11 % | $22 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $552,111 | $571,797 | + 3.57 % | $19,686 |
Lincoln Park
Denver’s Lincoln Park Neighborhood is a historic area located just south of downtown Denver and the Auraria campus. It is one of Denver’s oldest neighborhoods and includes many homes built in the early 1900s. (Read more here about Lincoln Park Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 47 | 91 | + 93.62 % | 44 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $383 | $386 | + 0.79 % | $3 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $362,228 | $375,932 | + 3.78 % | $13,704 |
North Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill Denver neighborhood is well known for its walkability, proximity to downtown and urban feel. This neighborhood’s boundaries are Broadway, Colfax, Downing, and 7th Ave. (Read more here about North Capitol Hill Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 69 | 84 | + 21.74 % | 15 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $394 | $417 | + 5.79 % | $23 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $429,697 | $452,351 | + 5.27 % | $22,654 |
Top 5 Trending Neighborhoods for Detached Homes
Berkeley
The Berkeley neighborhood in Denver is a thriving community just west of downtown and home to the famous and eclectic shops on Tennyson Street. According to the Etymology Nerd, Berkeley got its name from the founders’ hometown of Berkeley Springs, Virginia. (Read more here about Berkeley Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 167 | 197 | + 17.96 % | 30 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $495 | $536 | + 8.35 % | $41 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $692,058 | $715,098 | +13.68 % | $86,040 |
Platt Park
This neighborhood is often referred to as Washington Park’s sister neighborhood as they bear many similarities in architecture and feel. Its boundaries are Mississippi, Broadway, Evans, Downing and Buchtel. (Read more here about Platt Park Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 113 | 131 | + 15.93 % | 49 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $504 | $558 | + 12.64 % | $73 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $708,461 | $833,724 | + 6.46 % | $83,061 |
Wash Park
Washington Park (known as Wash Park) is one of the premier neighborhoods situated in south-central Denver. Houses located near the 165-acre park boast both contemporary and Victorian architecture, and the majority of homes have been renovated. (Read more here about Wash Park Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 147 | 196 | + 33.33 % | 49 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $577 | $650 | +12.64 % | $73 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $1,285,491 | $1,368,552 | + 6.46 % | $83,061 |
Washington Virginia Vale
Denver’s Washington Virginia Vale neighborhood is located in southeast Denver, not far from the Cherry Creek area. It is found within the boundaries of Alameda, Dahlia, Cherry Creek Drive North and Quebec, and is home to one of the oldest historical landmarks in Denver. (Read more here about Washington Virginia Vale Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 86 | 114 | + 32.56 % | 28 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $351 | $386 | +9.92 % | $35 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $539,407 | $575,697 | + 6.73 % | $36,289 |
Whittier
Denver’s Whittier neighborhood is named after a school honoring John Whittier (1807-1892), an 1800’s American abolitionist poet. This area of Denver is witnessing a major change in its demographics as more professionals move to Denver’s inner-city neighborhoods. (Read more here about Whittier Denver).
| 2019 | 2020 | % Change | Total Difference | |
| Closed | 55 | 76 | +38.18 % | 21 |
| Avg. Price Per Sq Ft | $373 | $411 | + 10.32 % | $35 |
| Avg. Closing $ | $561,059 | $611,879 | + 9.06 % | $50,820 |
