Denver Colorado Real Estate and Denver Homes for Sale     If you are looking for an amazing urban city with the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains in your backyard, look no further than Denver!  Denver is known as the Mile High City because of its high altitude, inspiring singers, writers and artists from all backgrounds with its astonishing view as well as its constantly developing downtown environment. The Cherry Creek district is home to a vibrant shopping center as well as a number of beautiful homes.  Hosting the Cherry Creek Arts Festival annually, the Cherry Creek Mall as well as a number of boutiques make up the most popular section of this beautiful district. Please refer back to our home page for more information on other Denver metro cities.  Other popular Denver areas include Park Hill, which is home to countless beautiful and historic houses, and the up-and-coming Baker and Colfax neighborhoods, both lined with an array of original shops, local hangouts and amazing Victorian-style houses.  Capitol Hill is another area brimming with historic buildings and eclectic destinations. Denver Real Estate: Dangers exist if you're planning on buying Denver Colorado real estate and new homes for sale, so please read this very important article I wrote on:  The Top 25 Dangerous Situations in Buying Denver Colorado Real Estate   Denver is the clearly the place to be within the beautiful state of Colorado, founded in 1858 just east of the Rockies.  Colorado’s capital holds a number of annual festivals and is home to many exciting museums, venues, sports teams and countless other attractions.  There is truly something for everyone in this marvelous city, and potential home buyers are discovering its charm at an increasing rate each year.  Read more about Denver Real Estate here.  Popular Denver Colorado real estate and homes for sale include subdivisions and neighborhoods like: Baker, Capitol Hill, Cheesman Park, Cherry Creek, City Park, Congress Park, Harvey Park, Highlands, Sloans Lake, Hilltop, LoDo, Lowry, Park Hill, Platt Park, Southmoor, Stapleton, the DU or University of Denver areas, University Hills and the popular Washington Park Victorian era homes.    Facts, Fun and more Information about Denver:   Denver has many popular parks and trails, with beautiful green areas such as the large Cheesman Park, Congress Park, Sloans Lake and City Park as well as a great number of smaller parks sprinkled throughout the city.  The Cherry Creek Bike Path runs from Cherry Creek State Park and Reservoir through Glendale and the Cherry Creek Mall, to Downtown Denver and Invesco Mile High Stadium and Coors Field. The beautiful Rocky Mountains serve as an expansive backdrop to the city’s west.  The Denver skyline is easily recognizable with unique buildings such as the Wells Fargo Center, commonly known as the “cash register building” because of its shape, and the towering Republic Plaza. Denver is home to a number of colleges, most notably the University of Denver which is located south of Interstate 25.  DU is a private university with around 10,000 students, and its beautiful campus is made up of both historic and brand new buildings.  Recognized nationwide for programs such as its law school, business school and music school, DU offers a wide variety of concentrations within its liberal arts system.  The Auraria campus, just West of downtown Denver, houses Metropolitan State College, the University of Colorado at Denver, and the Denver Community College. The Denver Public School system educates around 73,000 students, encompassing a number of elementary, middle and high schools.  Denver also holds a number of private schools within its limits, offering a wide range of educational options for its residents. Read more about Denver Public Schools here. Population Projections Denver is the 27th most populated city in the United States, with approximately 566,974 residents.  With so many major renovations and large projects such as the Denver International Airport, the light rail system, and the Colorado Convention Center, Denver’s natural beauty and bustling growth is drawing more and more residents each year. • White 50.3% • Hispanic 34.7% • Black 3.1% • Asian 1.4% • Native American 0.2% • Other races 2.1% Airport Denver International Airport (DIA) opened its doors in 1995 as the only major airport built in the last 25 years within the United States, replacing Stapleton Airport.  As one of the nation’s largest and busiest airports, its unique design was inspired by the nearby Rocky Mountains.  For information on DIA, call 303-342-2000 or visit www.flydenver.com. Light Rail The newly built light rail system runs straight through downtown Denver, reaching out to surrounding cities and suburbs with frequent and convenient stops close to many of Denver’s significant attractions.  Providing fast, efficient and reliable public transportation to Denver residents, the light rail provides a quick excellent alternative to driving in this booming city.  For fairs, schedules and more information, visit www.rtd-denver.com. Denver Public Central Library Denver’s central library was designed by world-renowned architect Michael Graves, and its one-of-a-kind building is only rivaled by its next-door neighbor, the Denver Art Museum.  Providing stories upon stories of books and resources, the Central Branch holds an amazing collection of Western history and genealogy.  Call 720-865-1111 or visit www.denverlibrary.org for more information. Denver Art Museum (DAM) Located on 14th Avenue Parkway since 1949, the DAM is home to a vast collection of exquisite artwork.  The most recent addition to the Denver Art Museum, the Fredric C. Hamilton Building, held its grand opening in 2006, and its amazing and bizarre architecture is as unforgettable as the numerous works within its walls.  For more information, call 720-865-5000 or visit www.denverartmuseum.org. City Park This breathtaking park is 330 acres of lush greenery and lakes, housing both the Denver Zoo and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science.  Located next to the historic East High School, City Park holds an astonishing view of both downtown Denver’s skyscrapers and the Rocky Mountains. The Denver Zoo is located at 2300 Steele Street and is home to a wide variety of exotic animals.  Holding numerous educational programs for adults and children alike and dedicating countless hours to research and conservation, the Denver Zoo can be reached at 303-376-4800 and www.denverzoo.org. The Denver Museum of Nature and Science at 2001 Colorado Blvd. houses a wide variety of exhibitions, from prehistoric dinosaurs to ancient Egyptians to the interactive Hall of Life.  With an IMAX theater and a newly built planetarium, the Museum of Nature and Science offers an incredible learning experience for visitors of all ages.  Call 303-322-0079 or visit www.dmns.org for details. National Western Stock Show The National Western Stock Show appeals to the inner cowboy in everyone – from the rodeo to the wild west shows to the livestock auction, this huge event kicks off each January for weeks of entertainment.  Watch rural meet urban at the National Western Complex.  Call 303-297-6124 or visit http://www.nationalwestern.com for details. Taste of Colorado Mark the end of the summer with the annual Taste of Colorado, a four-day celebration featuring hundreds of vendors, multiple stages of entertainment, and delicious samplings from numerous local restaurants.  Held in the heart of Denver at the Civic Center Park, the Taste of Colorado is a festival not to miss.  Go to http://www.downtowndenver.com for more information. Civic Center Park This beautiful park is surrounded by numerous Denver attractions – the State Capitol, Denver Public Library, Denver Art Museum, and the City & County Building all line its edges.  With beautiful gardens and a breathtaking theater that showcases numerous events throughout the year, Civic Center is the pulse of downtown Denver.  Call 303-964-2522 or visit http://www.denvergov.org/CivicCenter/tabid/380780/Default.aspx for more information. Denver Mint Denver is home to one of the handful of mints in the United States.  Opening in 1863, the Denver Mint is located within an impressive historic building and is one of the only two mints in the country that offers tours.  To visit this national landmark, call 303-405-4761 or visit http://www.usmint.gov/about_the_mint/mint_facilities/index.cfm?flash=yes&action=dv_facilities. DCPA Denver Center of Performing Arts Founded in 1972, the Denver Center of Performing Arts is located on 1101 13th Avenue, right in downtown Denver.  Holding a wide variety of shows for every imaginable taste, the DCPA hosts the Colorado Symphony and the Denver Theatre Company, as well as a multitude of traveling performances.  Call the box office at 303-893-4100 or visit www.denvercenter.org for tickets and more information. Denver Sports Denver’s professional sports teams are unmatched, as are their fans.  Both the Denver Broncos and the Avalanche have proven themselves as the nation’s best in football and hockey respectively, while the Colorado Rockies and the Denver Nuggets have made a huge name for themselves nationwide.  The newly built Invesco Field is home to the Broncos, while Coors Field holds the Rockies.  The Pepsi Center  not only showcases the Nuggets and the Avs, but is a world class venue for concerts and a multitude of larger events.  Each venue is easily accessible from Interstate 25 and sits amongst the outskirts of downtown Denver. Rocky Mountains The Rocky Mountains are a short 30-minute drive from Denver, and their beauty can be seen throughout the state’s capital.  With a multitude of attractions located within the Rockies such as world-class skiing, hiking, and hot springs, the magnificent peaks offer year-round enjoyment to Denver residents.   Denver Colorado Real Estate Information...   Do you know what’s the #1 MISTAKE people make and the #1 COMPLAINT to the Colorado Real Estate Commission when buying or selling Denver homes for sale; especially buying Denver new homes?   Shockingly, it’s that there was confusion on the Purchase Contract and buyers and sellers got “screwed financially” because they didn’t understand or were not clear on the Contract they had just signed!  What's amazing is that only a small fraction of those complaints were filed against experienced Denver real estate brokers and agents or Denver Realtors.  The majority of the complaints in 2007 and the majority of people who get pissed during and after the closing used inexperienced or part-time Denver real estate brokers agents - or NO Denver Realtor at all (…especially buying new homes in Denver Colorado!)     Wouldn’t you want experienced Denver real estate agents sticking up for YOUR legal rights when the Sellers or Buyers decides to try to “screw you over” financially - or if there’s a problem on the mortgage loan?  Did I mention that I’ve personally closed nearly $100 million in real estate and mortgage loan transactions…and have always been able to negotiate or resolve every single problem we’ve encountered since 1998.  I’m not saying that to brag, but instead to let you know that a professional Denver Realtors or Denver real estate brokers and agents representing your rights and helping you is absolutely mandatory, especially when problems come up! Tell me about what price range of homes you're interested in and what part of town you want to buy in?   Buying and selling Denver Homes for sale and real estate is much more profitable when you hire me and when you send me the email form here...   Thank you,   Jeff Boyce (303) 588-4665     Name:   Home Phone:   E-mail:             Site Map This article was written by Jeff Boyce and Hannah Evans. Hannah is a freelance writer and recent graduate from the University of Denver with a degree in English literature and journalism.