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Buzzy community near Downtown Denver
Clayton was originally developed in the late 1800s, and its gridded streets reflect this past as many homes feature steeply pitched front gables with intricate designs. “This is a great slice of old Denver,” says Sam Neumann, a Realtor with Keller Williams who has been selling homes in the area for over four years. “There’s a rich history here and a lot of older charm.” Located about 3 miles northeast of Downtown Denver, the community has preserved its individuality with a mix of traditional homes, local businesses and refurbished spaces.
This fun sculpture can be found in at 39th and Steele, and marks the entrance to a paved path that takes you from Clayton to Cole.
A stunning interior welcomes guests to the Cohesion Brewery in Clayton CO.
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Local spots include an urban mixed-use development
An eclectic collection of small businesses and restaurants is scattered throughout Clayton. Rivers and Roads Coffee is a gluten-free café serving breakfast and lunch, while next door, Flux Studio is a ceramic studio and gallery offering pottery classes. For classic Mexican dishes and fresh corn tortillas, head to Lucero’s, a family-owned spot that has called Clayton home since 1962. Locals also gather at the York Street Yards, where historic industrial buildings have been repurposed into a trendy coworking space. Alongside flexible workspaces, the campus includes fitness centers and various amenities. Locals can grab a Czech-style lager at Cohesion Brewing or work from home at Skiptown, an off-leash dog park and bar serving coffee and craft beverages. For groceries, Park Hill Supermarket sells specialty international goods, while Safeway is about 3 miles south.
With outdoor and indoor options a winter afternoon at Cohesion Brewery is an easy answer to HH.
Get in a jog on one of the many quieter areas around this quaint part of Clayton, CO.
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York Street Yards is home to numerous businesses
Festivities at the York Street Yards
With nearly 500,000 square feet of space, York Street Yards hosts a vibrant collection of outdoor and indoor events. Each Wednesday, locals can grab lunch from a rotating cast of local food trucks. In 2023, the campus hosted larger events such as the annual gala for the Museum of Contemporary Art Denver and Denver Fashion Week. The eight-day festival highlighted local and national designers with runway shows, workshops and more.
Traditional homes with traces of new construction
Established in the late 1800s, Clayton features a wide variety of homes reflecting the area’s development as neighborhoods around Downtown Denver have become more desirable. “The market can move quickly, but it’s still not quite as fast as neighborhoods further south like City Park,” Neumann says. Residential streets are densely populated as striking Queen Anne builds with rounded, turret-like gables cast shadows over smaller bungalows and cottages. Homebuyers can find three-bedroom Queen Anne homes built in the early 1900s starting at around $625,000 or three-bedroom bungalows with shaded front porches ranging from about $530,000 to $760,000. In the northeast corner of the community, new construction brings a touch of modernity to the streets, with two-bedroom units in the Greenway Townhomes community starting at about $640,000.
New builds are becoming more common in Clayton this modern farm house is a rare style for the area.
Steep gabled two story homes like this are popular in Clayton.
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Opportunities for outdoor and indoor recreation
Clayton is known for the City of Nairobi Park, an animal-themed green space named after Denver’s sister city. The park has a ballfield and playground where kids can climb on life-sized animal sculptures. Locals also gather at Schafer Park, which features tennis courts, basketball courts and a playground. From mid-October to late April, Denver residents see an average snowfall of 57 inches and gather at indoor spaces such as Dive Volleyball and Sports Center or Stick and Feather, an indoor golf facility.
City of Nairobi Park
The nice sidewalks in Clayton are perfect for urban runners.
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Traveling to Downtown Denver and beyond
Interstate 70 is 2 miles north of Clayton and connects to the Denver International Airport, which is about 20 miles from residents. Locals are also just 3 miles from Downtown Denver, and several bus stops along Bruce Randolph Avenue provide service to the city center. Other transportation options include the Regional Transportation District’s commuter rail line, with the closest train station less than a mile away at 40th and Colorado.
The Clayton area is one of several that lie east of downtown Denver and is full of urban, often historic, single family homes.
Gridded streets are lined with an eclectic collection of homes dating back to the late 1800s.
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School choice in Denver public schools
Children attend the Denver Public School District and kids in grades K-5 begin their education at the International Academy of Denver at Harrington, which earned a C from Niche. Kids in grades 6-12 are zoned to attend the Bruce Randolph School, which earned a grade of C-minus. The school offers a robust English Acquisition Program for students learning English and boasts a 100% college acceptance rate. Colorado is an open-enrollment state, meaning that students can apply to attend other public schools within or outside of their district.
University Prep - Steele St.
The Hope Center has a nice playground for kids in Clayton.
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A rich history
The neighborhood is named after George W. Clayton, a prominent philanthropist who left his estate to help found the Clayton College for Boys, which opened its doors in 1911. The brick campus is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is now home to Clayton Early Learning, an innovation hub that works to build equitable communities through educational programs.
You've tried the rest, now eat the best at Lucero's Mexican Food in Clayton.
The Denver skyline gleans warm on a winter afternoon in Clayton, CO.
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Clayton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clayton, Denver sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Clayton, Denver over the last 12 months is $374,976.
Nestled on a quiet street, this charming 1938 Tudor-style home blends classic character with modern updates and brand new carpet in the basement. Remodeled just a few years ago, it offers timeless curb appeal alongside thoughtful interior renovations. Inside, you’ll find four spacious bedrooms and three beautifully updated bathrooms, including a serene primary suite located upstairs for added
HISTORIC CHARM MEETS MODERN LIVING IN THE HEART OF CLAYTON!! Step into a piece of history w/ the CHARM & CRAFTSMANSHIP OF YESTERYEAR W/ TODAY’S MODERN AMENITIES. Once the neighborhood general store, this home is truly one-of-a-kind when it comes to architecture & style. The feeling when you first walk through the door is undeniable as the 9 ft ceilings & NEW WINDOWS throughout create a bright &
Welcome to this completely updated townhome in the heart of Denver’s highly sought-after Clayton neighborhood—an incredible location just minutes from RiNo, City Park, downtown, and major transit routes! Enjoy the perfect blend of classic charm and modern updates throughout this thoughtfully renovated home. A spacious covered front porch invites you into the open-concept main floor featuring
Charming Clayton Craftsman – Updated 1924 Craftsman Bungalow | Large Corner Lot w/ Charming Curb Appeal | Covered Front Porch w/ Tongue-and-Groove Ceiling & Exposed Cedar Architectural Gable | Open Floor Plan | Large Living Room w/ Decorative Fireplace & New Built-Ins | Original Oak Flooring | Coved Tray Ceilings | Dining Space w/ Modern Chandelier & French Doors | Sleek Kitchen w/ Quartz
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,133
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,136
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,675
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
56''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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