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Highland Neighborhood Guide Denver, CO

About

Highland is a trendy and historic neighborhood located in northwest Denver, Colorado. Rich in culture and diversity, the area is bordered by the South Platte River, I-25, Speer Boulevard, and Federal Boulevard. It's known for the high concentration of art galleries, eclectic restaurants, and vibrant bars, along with its unique blend of contemporary and Victorian architecture. With great views of the Denver skyline and the Rocky Mountains, Highland offers a unique combination of urban energy and community tranquility.

What You Will Love About Highland, Denver, Colorado

  • The vast assortment of eateries, ranging from farm-to-table bistros to innovative food trucks.
  • The mix of old and new architecture, offering contrasting yet harmonious street views.
  • The rich cultural diversity that influences everything from culinary offerings to community events.
  • The proximity to Downtown Denver, making it perfect for those who enjoy city life but appreciate a quieter home base.

What’s Nearby

Highland is adjacent to the hip area of LoDo (Lower Downtown), which is renowned for its nightlife and Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies. The Denver Performing Arts Complex, Confluence Park, and the trendy River North Art District (RiNo) are also within close proximity. The neighborhood is just a quick jaunt from the impressive Downtown Aquarium and Children's Museum of Denver.

Lifestyle

Residents of Highland enjoy an active, urban lifestyle with a small-town feel. Weekend mornings are spent at local coffee shops and brunch spots, while evenings are often centred around dining at local restaurants or visiting art galleries. The area is bike-friendly and hosts numerous cultural festivals year-round, reflecting its heritage and diversity.

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Rental Trends in Highland

Studio1 Bed2 Beds
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$1480$1539$1598$1657$1715$3230$3111$3147$3831$3572$3389$3555$3570
$1530$2200$2200$2137$2074$3015$2951$3299$3813$3530$3814$3517$3633
$2450$2250$2100$2100$2550$4448$4390$4958$5192$5338$5177$4444$4408
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Last updated 9/17/2024
116 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 769 restaurants, 82 grocery stores, and 37 parks within a mile of the Highland neighborhood.

  • GROCERY
    The Pig and Block Charcuterie

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store

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    0.1 miles

    3326 Tejon St

  • GROCERY
    Western Daughters Butcher Shoppe

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Butcher, Grocery Store, Meat and Seafood Store

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    0.1 miles

    3326 Tejon St

  • GROCERY
    Salwan Market

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.1 miles

    2215 W 32nd Ave

  • GROCERY
    Oogie's Snack

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.1 miles

    1932 W 32nd Ave

  • GROCERY
    Acosta

    Business and Professional Services, Advertising Agency, Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

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    0.3 miles

    2534 18th St

  • GROCERY
    Leprino Foods Company

    Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store

    •

    0.4 miles

    1830 W 38th Ave

Highland Apartments and Rentals

116 Rental properties in Highland, Denver, CO.

  • Mercer property

    $1,339+

    Mercer

    Studio–1 Beds • 1 Bath

    286–757 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Commons Park West property

    $1,595+

    Commons Park West

    Studio–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    504–1465 Sqft

    10+ Units Available

  • Cadence at Union Station property

    $1,780+

    Cadence at Union Station

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    553–1081 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • 1880 Little Raven property

    $1,563+

    1880 Little Raven

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    512–1207 Sqft

    6 Units Available

  • Sentral Union Station property

    $1,579+

    Sentral Union Station

    Studio–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    443–1520 Sqft

    Available Now

  • 32nd Ave property

    $2,200

    32nd Ave

    2 Beds • 1 Bath

    800 Sqft

    1 Unit Available

116 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

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CategoryCompare to State Avg.Compare to National Avg.
housing
1.4%
27.5%
utilities
1.8%
12.9%
food
1.6%
3.6%
transportation
3.1%
2.2%
healthcare
3.4%
0.6%

Highland Demographics

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Highland Reviews

people smiling

  • Noise Late At Night

    No

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Good Place To Raise A Family

    Yes

    Say 7 of 7 renters

  • Nearby Parks

    Yes

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Area Has Potholes

    No

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Safe For Families

    Yes

    Say 6 of 7 renters

  • Busy Streets

    No

    Say 5 of 7 renters

116 Properties Available for Rent

Highland Transportation

walk bike and transit

Walker’s Paradise

92/100
Walk Score®
The Walk Score© measures walkability on a scale of 0-100 based on walking routes to destinations such as dining and drinking, groceries, and shopping.

Very Bikeable

88/100
Bike Score®

Good Transit

59/100
4 train stops, 2 other stops

FREE MallRide

Other

16TH St

RTD Union Station

Train Stop

1601 Chestnut Pl

RTD - Union Station Light Rail Station

Other

1631 Chestnut Pl

Source: foursquare.com

Highland Schools

116 Properties Available for Rent

Neighborhoods Around Highland

NeighborhoodStudioAvg RentAnnual Change
LoHiNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$2,424--
The CaseyNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
LoDoNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$2,057
18%
One City BlockNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
Northwest DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$3,164
176%
Cherry CreekNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$2,027
1%
Capitol HillNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,105
2%
Highland ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,644--
SunnysideNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
Five PointsNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,699
3%
East Central DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,574
43%
Jefferson ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,932
69%
Cheesman ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,498
27%
Sloan LakeNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
Washington ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,623--
North DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,973
2%
Central DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,979
12%
Downtown DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,982
9%
BerkeleyNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,974--
West DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,570
12%
Congress ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,200
9%
South Central DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,787
36%
SpeerNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,807
11%
Park HillNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
City ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
North Capitol HillNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,812
3%
West ColfaxNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,570
12%
West HighlandNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$3,771--
AcomaNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
South BroadwayNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
City Park WestNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,691
61%
BakerNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,582
27%
Curtis ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,665
35%
Lincoln ParkNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,705
14%
Broadway JunctionNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
Near Northeast DenverNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado----
HaleNeighborhood in Denver, Colorado$1,682
7%