Wellshire Homes for Rent

Wellshire, a neighborhood in Denver, offers a glimpse into old Denver with its charming homes from the 1940s and 1950s. Located about 10 miles from Downtown Denver, Wellshire maintains a suburban feel with its organically grown community. The neighborhood features ranch and ranch-style homes, with some newer custom-built contemporary and Craftsman-style houses. Streets in the northern part are neatly arranged, while the southern part has wider roads with fewer sidewalks. The area is known for its well-maintained properties and manicured lawns. Children in Wellshire attend the highly rated Slavens Elementary School, which offers a variety of extracurricular activities, and Thomas Jefferson High School, known for its Advanced Placement and honors classes. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Park, which includes tennis and pickleball courts, a playground, and the High Line Canal Trail that spans over 70 miles. The Wellshire Golf Course, a public course with a junior section, and the Wellshire Event Center are notable local features. For shopping and dining, residents frequent King Soopers, Sprouts Farmers Market, and Café de France in the nearby University Hills Shopping Mall. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with a crime score of 3. Access to Interstate 25 is about 2 miles away, and two bus lines run along Colorado and University Boulevards. The University of Denver is less than a mile north, adding to the area's educational appeal without disrupting daily life.