Denver, CO Real Estate

Denver is a city of distinct neighborhoods, from Victorian Capitol Hill and the bungalows of Wash Park to new townhomes in LoHi and big lots in Hilltop. I'm Adam Zaitz, a Broker Associate with Compass, and my office is in Cherry Creek. I help buyers and sellers across Denver's central, northwest and east-side neighborhoods.

Denver market snapshot

  • Median sale price: about $597,000 over the three months ending September 2026, up about 5% from a year ago.

  • Time on market: a median of 35 days, about three days faster than last year.

  • Sale-to-list price: about 98.3%, so most homes are selling a little under asking.

  • Homes sold: about 2,080 in September, down about 12% from a year ago.

  • Price drops: nearly half of homes for sale had a price cut, while about 1 in 5 sold above asking.

What that means: Denver prices are still rising, but buyers have real room to negotiate on homes that started too high. The best homes in sought-after neighborhoods can still go under contract in about 10 days.

Denver neighborhoods buyers ask about

Northwest Denver

Sloan's Lake: Denver's largest lake, with a 2.6-mile loop, paddleboarding and the summer Dragon Boat Festival. Newer townhomes near the shore sit alongside classic bungalows. Things to do: walk the loop at Sloan's Lake Park, grab coffee at Moonflower Coffee on West Colfax.

Edgewater: a small independent city on the west shore of Sloan's Lake, with its own walkable main streets. Things to do: eat and shop at Edgewater Public Market and catch its Second Fridays events.

Berkeley: bungalows and new builds around Berkeley Lake Park and the Tennyson Street cultural district. Local favorites: Bakery Four, Tenn Street Coffee and Books and High Point Creamery. See more on Explore Tennyson.

West Highlands: Victorians, Tudors and bungalows on tree-lined streets around 32nd and Lowell. Things to do: browse the shops and restaurants of Highland Square, grab a scoop at Sweet Cow and visit West Side Books, a neighborhood bookstore for more than 20 years.

Sunnyside: classic Denver Squares and bungalows with quick access to downtown. Local favorites: two-Michelin-star The Wolf's Tailor and Bonacquisti Wine Company. Chaffee Park hosts the Sunnyside Music Festival.

LoHi (Lower Highland): modern townhomes and condos with skyline views and pedestrian bridges into downtown. Local favorites: Little Man Ice Cream and Wildflower.

Central Denver

Capitol Hill: Victorian mansions and vintage apartment buildings near the State Capitol, with some of the city's best walkability. Things to do: tour the Molly Brown House Museum and see a show at the Ogden Theatre on Colfax.

Golden Triangle: Denver's arts district, with lofts and condos steps from the museums. Things to do: the Denver Art Museum, the Clyfford Still Museum and the Kirkland Museum, now part of the Denver Art Museum.

Cheesman Park: historic homes and classic condo buildings around an 80-acre park with its neoclassical pavilion and mountain views. Things to do: picnic in the park and walk next door to the Denver Botanic Gardens.

Alamo Placita: a historic district of early-1900s homes and apartments along Speer Boulevard, between Capitol Hill and Cherry Creek. Things to do: relax in Alamo Placita Park; see 5280's Alamo Placita guide.

Congress Park: bungalows and foursquares on quiet streets, with a neighborhood pool and park. Things to do: the Denver Botanic Gardens and dinner at Bastien's, a Colfax steakhouse institution.

Cherry Creek: luxury condos, new builds and Denver's premier shopping district along the Cherry Creek Trail. Things to do: shop and dine in Cherry Creek North and at Cherry Creek Shopping Center.

Washington Park: "Wash Park" bungalows and new builds around a 155-acre park with two lakes and a 2.6-mile loop. Things to do: run or paddleboat in the park and explore the shops and restaurants of Old South Gaylord Street.

East Denver

City Park: homes with skyline views near Denver's largest park. Things to do: the Denver Zoo, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science and summer jazz concerts in the park.

Park Hill: large historic homes on tree-lined parkways like Montview Boulevard, with a strong neighborhood feel. Local favorite: Spinelli's Market, a neighborhood Italian deli and grocery.

Hilltop: spacious homes on large lots just north of Cherry Creek. Things to do: watch the sunset over the mountains at Cranmer Park and its historic sundial.

Montclair: one of Denver's oldest east-side neighborhoods, with historic homes and wide streets near Lowry. Things to do: see the historic Montclair Civic Building (the Molkery) and visit Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum nearby.

Hale: brick bungalows and new homes around the 9th and Colorado redevelopment, close to Rose Medical Center, Congress Park and Cherry Creek. Learn more in 5280's Hale guide.

Living in Denver

  • Getting around. I-25, I-70 and Colfax Avenue cross the city, and RTD light rail and commuter rail connect downtown, Union Station and Denver International Airport.

  • Parks. More than 200 city parks, from City Park and Wash Park to Sloan's Lake and Cheesman Park, plus the Cherry Creek and South Platte River trails.

  • Culture and sports. The Denver Art Museum, the Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Coors Field, Ball Arena and Empower Field at Mile High.

  • Schools. Denver is served by Denver Public Schools, which offers school choice. Always confirm a home's assigned schools with the district.

Denver favorites: where to eat and what to do

Restaurants

Places to go

  • Union Station. Denver's restored 1914 train station, now with restaurants, bars and a hotel, and the hub for trains to the airport.

  • Larimer Square. Denver's historic block of restaurants and shops under the string lights.

  • RiNo Art District. Street murals, galleries, breweries and restaurants in the River North neighborhood.

More ideas: Visit Denver.

Buying a home in Denver

In Denver, the neighborhood shapes everything: price, home style, commute and weekend life. With nearly half of homes taking a price cut, there's room to negotiate, and many sellers are open to helping with closing costs or a rate buydown.

Selling a home in Denver

Denver prices are up, but buyers are choosy and many homes sit when they start too high. I price from recent sales in your neighborhood, not online estimates, and market your home well beyond the MLS through Compass.

Denver real estate FAQ

What's the median home price in Denver, CO?
About $597,000 over the three months ending September 2026, up about 5% from a year ago.

How fast are Denver homes selling?
A median of 35 days in September 2026. The most sought-after homes can go under contract in about 10 days.

Is Denver a buyer's or seller's market right now?
It's somewhere in between. Prices are rising, but nearly half of homes for sale had a price cut, so well-prepared buyers can negotiate.

Which Denver neighborhoods are most walkable?
Capitol Hill, LoHi, Cherry Creek, Highland Square and Old South Gaylord in Wash Park are among the most walkable. I'm happy to tour a few with you.

Let's talk about Denver

Whether you're buying, selling or just comparing neighborhoods, call or text me at 303-885-1367, or fill out the form on this page.

Market figures are from Redfin for Denver, CO, September 2026, and can change month to month.

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