Why Live in Auraria
Auraria, a historic neighborhood in Denver, has a rich past dating back to its founding by gold prospectors in 1858. Merging with Denver in 1860, Auraria flourished with warehouses, flour mills, and breweries alongside Victorian homes until the South Platte River flood in 1965. Urban renewal in the 1970s led to the creation of the Auraria Higher Education Center, home to three colleges, while preserving 14 historic homes on Ninth Street, now a popular historical park. The Auraria Ninth Street Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, Auraria features a mix of new condominiums, converted warehouses, and apartments, with a high walkability factor. Residents enjoy proximity to Coors Field, Ball Arena, and various attractions like the Downtown Children’s Playground and Elitch Gardens theme park. Denver’s Centennial Gardens offers a peaceful retreat nearby. The neighborhood boasts trendy shops, grocery stores, and dining options, including Altitude Authentics, Hallie Grace boutique, and eateries like s’Ono and The Corner Office. Annual events such as the Colorado Indian Market and Southwest Art Fest and the Cherry Creek Arts Festival add cultural vibrancy. Auraria’s location near downtown Denver, light rail access at Auraria West Station, and multiple transportation options, including ridesharing and taxis, enhance its appeal.
