Downtown Neighborhood Guide Golden, CO

About

Downtown Golden, Colorado, is a vibrant neighborhood nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. It is best known for its charming historic buildings that house a variety of restaurants, shops, and attractions. The neighborhood is intersected by Clear Creek, a popular spot for kayaking and tubing, and is surrounded by stunning mountain views. State Highway 93 and U.S. Highway 6 provide easy access to other nearby towns and cities.

What You Will Love About downtown, golden, Colorado

You'll love the lively atmosphere of Golden's downtown area, which regularly hosts events like farmer's markets, parades, and festivals.
The area's rich history, preserved in its well-maintained 19th-century buildings, adds a unique charm to downtown Golden.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Clear Creek, as well as the easy access to hiking and biking trails on the surrounding mountains.
Food and beer enthusiasts will relish the town's selection of eateries and breweries, including the iconic Coors Brewery.

What’s Nearby

The Colorado School of Mines, a highly regarded public research university, is within walking distance of downtown Golden. Just a few blocks away you'll find Parfet Park, a welcoming green space perfect for picnics or quiet relaxation. The neighborhood is also a short drive from the beautiful Lookout Mountain, which offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Lifestyle

Downtown Golden offers an active yet relaxed lifestyle. Residents and visitors are treated to a variety of outdoor activities, from white water rafting in the summer to snowshoeing in the winter. Downtown is also the cultural heart of Golden, offering eclectic shopping, dining, and a lively arts scene.

Notice an Inaccuracy? Let Us Know.

See best properties in this area

30 Properties Available for Rent

Explore the Neighborhood

There are 92 restaurants, 12 grocery stores, and 12 parks within a mile of the Downtown neighborhood.

Historic Downtown Golden
Retail, Shopping Mall
•
0.2 miles
Washington Ave
Safeway
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.4 miles
1701 Jackson St
Golden Farmers Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Farmers Market, Grocery Store
•
0.4 miles
1010 10th St
Vitamin Cottage Natrl Grocers
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.8 miles
2401 Ford St
Natural Grocers
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
0.8 miles
2401 Ford St
Local Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•
1.1 miles
103 N Rubey Dr

Downtown Apartments and Rentals

30 Rental properties in Downtown, Golden, CO.

$1,535+
Fox Hill
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
580–984 Sqft
2 Units Available
$1,700+
Summit View Village
1–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths
576–1080 Sqft
3 Units Available
$2,400
718 Iowa Street
2 Beds • 1 Bath
983 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$1,600
16259 West 10th Avenue
2 Beds • 1 Bath
773 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$895
1220 Washington Ave
Studio • 1 Bath
350 Sqft
1 Unit Available
$1,595
1813 Illinois St
1 Bed • 1 Bath
834 Sqft
1 Unit Available

30 Properties Available for Rent

Cost of Living

Category	Compare to State Avg.	Compare to National Avg.
housing	3.6%	30.2%
utilities	1.3%	10.2%
food	2.7%	0.7%
transportation	5.9%	6.9%
healthcare	9.3%	11.7%

Downtown Transportation

Very Walkable

87/100

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.

Bikeable

66/100

Bike Score®

Some Transit

32/100

1 bus stop

Coors Tour Bus Stop

Bus Stop

1313 N Ford St

Source: foursquare.com

Downtown Schools

7/10
Golden High School
Grades 9-12 • Public
9/10
Mitchell Elementary School
Grades K-5 • Public
NRNo Rating
Connections Early Learning Center On The Earle Johnson Campus
Grades 6-8 • Public
5/10
Bell Middle School
Grades 6-8 • Public
5/10
Shelton Elementary School
Grades PK, K-5 • Public

30 Properties Available for Rent