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A slow-paced downtown
Historic Cheyenne is a different kind of downtown. Restaurants, retail outlets and attractions line the city center's streets, but there’s no dense traffic or high-rise condominiums. Instead, life in downtown Cheyenne moves slowly, and its antique architecture gives it an old Western feel. “We lean into that kind of Cowtown reputation, but it’s not all Cowtown,” says Jim Walter, director of marketing and sales at Visit Cheyenne. Colorful murals encompass the walls of downtown buildings, biking and hiking trails connect the neighborhood and the rest of Cheyenne and shoppers customize jewelry and leather handbags at specialty retail stores. The residential side of downtown feels more suburban, with single-family homes and quiet streets. “There has been a resurgence in the last couple to five years, with smaller businesses coming in. When you walk around now, there are fewer vacant buildings, and people are slowly getting in there,” says Patrick Graham, associate broker and team leader at Our 323.com. “It’s finally coming together; they’re planning to put in a walking path, apartments and single-family homes.” The neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of six out of ten, higher than the national score of four.
Historic Cheyenne is both a suburban neighborhood and the city’s downtown.
Bronze statues with tales of the city’s history tower above the streets of Historic Cheyenne.
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Stores and restaurants in repurposed Cheyenne buildings
When folks walk around the commercial district, they see a mix of a trendy downtown and the Wild West. Many businesses operate from repurposed buildings or Richardson Romanesque structures; murals depicting the history of Cheyenne are painted on building walls. Paramount Café serves coffee and pastries in a repurposed movie theater. The ticketing booth is now the front counter, and diners can sip their drinks in the old hallway or the theatre that's now a converted patio. 2 Doors Down draws lines all day for its burgers and steakhouse fries. The casual restaurant is decorated with sports and movie memorabilia on its first and second floors. The Metropolitan Downtown offers a sophisticated New American menu, and people love Wyoming’s Rib and Chop House for its seafood and steak, which comes out on 500-degree plates. Surrounding the restaurants are a handful of locally-owned retail shops; Wyoming Home is a home-goods store with tons of Wyoming-themed merchandise, and the Wrangler is a large Western-themed store that sells boots, cowboy hats and anything fringe. Groceries are available at Safeway.
Wyoming Rib and Chop House is a great spot with steak and seafood dishes in Historic Cheyenne.
Safeway is a one stop shop for all your grocery needs in Historic Cheyenne.
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Three historic districts with suburban traits
Most housing in Historic Cheyenne is located north of 17th Street and south of Deming Drive. During the city’s development, the historic districts of Rainsford, Capitol North and Lakeview housed wealthy residents and state government workers. “If you drive down 17th or 18th Street, you'll be able to see some of the really big houses called Millionaire Row, where the really wealthy people lived,” says Steve Prescott, broker/owner of RE/MAX Capitol Properties. The historic districts feel suburban, with tall trees, driveways and paved sidewalks. Prices range from $240,000 for a cottage to more than $500,000 for a two-story Victorian. Outside the historic districts are residential streets close to industrial buildings and railroads. Here, ramblers and cottages sit on small lots; some homes include driveways and garages, while others have street parking. Prices range from $220,000 for a cottage to $390,000 for a newly constructed home. The railroad is nearby, but noise is not an issue.
Renting is also on the rise in Historic Cheyenne. The Sentinel Missile Project, a military initiative expected to bring 4,000 new jobs to the area, is partly why. “They're building lots of multifamily right now. The apartment complexes and duplexes are going to be rent-based only,” Graham says. “I've never seen the type of growth that we've had in the last two years, and I've been here since 1974.” Prices range from $120,000 for a condo to $350,000 for a duplex.
Historic Cheyenne feels suburban, with tall trees, driveways and paved sidewalks.
Most houses are north of 17th Street and south of Deming Drive in Historic Cheyenne.
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Home to Holliday Park
Within the neighborhood is Holliday Park, one of the most popular places to get outside in Cheyenne. Folks eat lunch in the grass or stroll around Lake Minnequa. People play games on basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, and watch wildlife like geese walk around the lake. Holliday Park is also home to Big Boy Steam Engine 4004, one of eight remaining locomotives in the country. These engines were designed to pull 3,600-ton trains over the Rocky Mountains. Optimist Park, south of the neighborhood, has a playground, and Martin Luther King Jr. Park has a playground, tennis courts and access to the Cheyenne Greenway, the city's premier hiking and biking trail. Greenway trails vary between paved concrete, asphalt and on-street biking routes. “We have about 45 miles of Greenway throughout the entire town. You can get to every corner of this town on the Greenway,” Graham says. “It's all connected and very well maintained.”
Take your dog for a walk around the pond at Holliday Park in Historic Cheyenne.
Holliday Park in Historic Cheyenne is home to Big Boy Engine 4004.
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Colorful designs through boots and murals
Historic Cheyenne spotlights local artistry. Large murals encompass various alleyways and building facades. Some tell the story of the city’s history, while others were designed as a coverup. “The murals started as a way to ban the graffiti problem downtown by covering these surfaces,” Walter says. “An organization called the Paint Slingers did a lot of these murals with spray paint.” Bronze statues with tales of the city’s history tower above the streets, and the Cheyenne Big Boots are scattered throughout the city in front of landmarks and businesses. These 8-ft. tall boots, painted by local artists, highlight the city’s history and major events through brightly colored designs. Folks can explore numerous museums such as the Cheyenne Depot Museum, Wyoming State Museum and Cowgirls of the West Museum. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church is historic for its architecture and its belltower, which is allegedly haunted.
These 8-ft. tall boots, highlight the city’s history in Historic Cheyenne.
Check out the Cheyenne Depot Museum to learn about railways in Historic Cheyenne.
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Population doubles for Cheyenne Frontier Days
Cheyenne Frontier Days is a ten-day event celebrating Western culture. It’s recognized as the largest rodeo in the world. “That’s our showcasing event for Cheyenne; we have the population double here, and there's lots of free entertainment right across the street from my office at the Depot Plaza,” Graham says. The Frontier Days pancake breakfast serves more than 30,000 people; other highlights include rodeos, bull riding events and a parade. “We have four parades downtown,” Graham adds. “The streets are lined up with people, and it's just a really good energy.” From Memorial Day to Labor Day, Depot Plaza hosts artists for concerts on Friday nights. Past performers include Hot Chelle Rae and Hinder.
Students split between two triads
Students attend Laramie County School District 1, which receives a B-minus from Niche. Students may be assigned to the East Triad or South Triad pipelines depending on their home address. Elementary students attend Alta Vista Elementary, a C-rated school by Niche, and seventh and eighth graders go to Carey Junior High, a C-plus school. East High receives a B-minus rating. The school's health science courses allow students to train to become Certified Nursing Assistants and Pharmacy Technicians.
Walkable to major employers
Walking and biking are the primary modes of transportation in Historic Cheyenne. Major employers such as state offices and the Cheyenne Regional Medical Center are within walking or biking distance. The city bus is available with several routes around downtown, and so are e-scooters. Drivers can use Lincolnway to reach Interstate 25, which travels north to south, reaching Casper in 177 miles and Fort Collins, Colorado, in 46 miles. Drivers can travel south on CanAm Highway to reach Interstate 80, which runs east to west. Drivers can reach Laramie and the Nebraska border in 51 miles in opposite directions. The Cheyenne Regional Airport is 2 miles away, operating daily flights to Denver.
Historic Cheyenne has convenient bus stops that will take you around town.
Drivers can use Lincolnway in Historic Cheyenne to reach nearby Interstates and attractions.
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Parks in this Area
Holliday Park
Martin Luther King Jr Park
Cheyenne Botanical Gardens
Coke Gonzales Ballfield
David R. Romero South Cheyenne Community Park
Lincoln Park
Optimist Park
Timberline Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Historic Cheyenne
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Historic Cheyenne, Cheyenne sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Historic Cheyenne, Cheyenne over the last 12 months is $298,823, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Located on the west edge of downtown, this charming 3-bedroom home has a newer solar panel system to cut back on monthly utility expenses. Seller has had the home pre-inspected with 911 Roofing Solutions, Advanced Comfort heating, Bullridge Plumbing and Absolute Electric. This home is located on a corner lot and has a 18x16 garage.
5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, brick home. Hardwood floors on the main level. Cozy sitting room off the living room. Fireplace in the living room. Updated kitchen and bathrooms. Storage pantry off kitchen. Finished basement. Fenced backyard. 1-car detached garage.
This beautifully refreshed home in the historic district offers timeless charm with thoughtful updates throughout. The home has been lovingly maintained and modernized while preserving its original character. Recent updates give it a clean, bright feel, and it's move-in ready. The main floor features a spacious primary suite with a classic clawfoot tub and convenient main floor laundry. The
Property Id: 1638485Ideal for professionals seeking a comfortable, stylish "home away from home"Beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom split level unit!-Open family room with plenty of light-Modern kitchen with: -Granite countertops -Stainless steel appliances -Fully equipped for cooking & prepping meals-Personal washer & dryer-50-inch TV in relaxing living
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,950
Median Age
39
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,664
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$54,801
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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