Congress Park, Denver Real Estate

Congress Park is a classic central Denver neighborhood of brick bungalows, Denver Squares and foursquares on quiet, tree-lined streets, between Cheesman Park and Cherry Creek. It's home to Denver Botanic Gardens and a well-loved neighborhood park and pool. I'm Adam Zaitz, a Broker Associate with Compass, with an office a few minutes south in Cherry Creek.

Congress Park market snapshot

  • Median sale price: about $980,000 over the three months ending September 2026, up from a year ago as more larger homes sold.

  • Time on market: a median of 17 days, a week faster than last year.

  • Sale-to-list price: about 98.7%, and about 1 in 4 homes sold above asking.

  • Homes sold: about 44 in September, up from 34 a year ago.

What that means: Congress Park is one of Denver's faster-moving neighborhoods. Well-priced homes go quickly, so buyers should be pre-approved and ready to act.

Congress Park areas buyers ask about

  • Near Congress Park and the pool. Bungalows and foursquares around the park between 8th and 9th Avenues.

  • Near Denver Botanic Gardens. Historic homes and vintage condo buildings close to York Street and Cheesman Park.

  • The 12th Avenue corridor. Homes near the neighborhood shops and cafes along 12th Avenue.

  • North toward Colfax. More affordable homes and condos with easy access to Colfax restaurants and transit.

Living in Congress Park

  • Getting around. Colfax Avenue, Colorado Boulevard and 6th Avenue connect you to downtown, Cherry Creek and the east side, with frequent buses on Colfax.

  • Parks. Congress Park and its outdoor pool, plus Cheesman Park next door.

  • Culture. Denver Botanic Gardens sits on the neighborhood's west edge, with summer concerts and the winter Blossoms of Light.

  • Schools. Congress Park is in Denver Public Schools. Always confirm a home's assigned schools with the district.

Congress Park favorites: where to eat and what to do

Restaurants

  • Bastien's. A mid-century steakhouse on Colfax known for its sugar steak.

Places to go

  • Denver Botanic Gardens. Gardens, a conservatory, summer concerts and Blossoms of Light in winter.

  • Congress Park and pool. A neighborhood park with an outdoor pool, sports fields and a playground.

  • Cheesman Park. An 80-acre park next door with its neoclassical pavilion and mountain views.

Buying and selling in Congress Park

Congress Park real estate FAQ

What's the median home price in Congress Park, Denver?
About $980,000 over the three months ending September 2026.

How fast are Congress Park homes selling?
A median of 17 days in September 2026, and about 1 in 4 sold above asking.

What kinds of homes are in Congress Park?
Mostly early-1900s brick bungalows, Denver Squares and foursquares, plus vintage condo buildings and some newer builds.

Let's talk about Congress Park

Call or text me at 303-885-1367, or fill out the form on this page.

Market figures are from Redfin for Congress Park, September 2026, and can change month to month.

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