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River North

River North

$566,737 Average Value
$227 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Vibrant Denver community filled with colorful displays

Color and construction fill the River North Arts District streets, commonly known as RiNo. Vacant industrial buildings received fresh paint and renovations between the 1980s and 1990s, transforming into chic condominium complexes, galleries and restaurants. A second wave of construction began in the 2020s as new condominiums joined the converted condo complexes. "You can't drive past it on the interstate without seeing at least eight cranes towering in the sky. It's crazy," says David McKelfresh, a broker with Thrive Real Estate Group who holds over six years of experience. "RiNo really was the last stretch of downtown to see any kind of activity – no one wanted it – now it's got a World Trade Center." While parts of the area take on new shapes, RiNo remains a place for creativity and collaboration.
River North's old industrial buildings have mostly been converted into homes and shops.
River North's old industrial buildings have mostly been converted into homes and shops.
River North, which has a buzzing art scene, is known to locals as RiNo.
River North, which has a buzzing art scene, is known to locals as RiNo.
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Flavors along Larimer and shops around Walnut Street

The scent of Italian seasonings and fresh bread fills the air upon entry to The Denver Central Market, a food hall with a fish market. Further down Larimer Street, taprooms and restaurants curb cravings, from sushi served by conveyor belt at Sushi-Rama RiNo to Spanish and Mediterranean flavors at Barcelona Wine Bar. “Improper City is one of my favorites,” says Caroline Campbell, Public Relations and Communications Manager at Visit Denver. “They have a nice garden where we love to sit. Our Mutual Friend is also a great brewery that often has a lot of different collabs.” Shoppers fill their carts with groceries at Natural Grocers across from the Pepsi plant or can go to 20th Street to shop at the King Soopers. A trip to Walnut Street helps prepare outdoor enthusiasts for their next outing with a Burton flagship store and a Patagonia.
The Denver Central Market is a popular food hall in the heart of River North.
The Denver Central Market is a popular food hall in the heart of River North.
Have lunch and a viral croissant from Izzo Bakery at the Denver Central Market in River North.
Have lunch and a viral croissant from Izzo Bakery at the Denver Central Market in River North.
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Galleries, graffiti and concert venues

Art galleries dot the streets between Larimer and Walnut streets. Artists not only leave their mark on the canvases and creations displayed in the gallery but also on colorful murals decorating building exteriors. “We have mural arts tours that go throughout the district, and it gives visitors and residents – I’ve taken it a lot – a good feel for the neighborhood, touring around different pieces, getting a lot of background on the artist and their inspiration,” Campbell says. As a popular social media post backdrop, Graffiti Alley gives artists a space to tell stories through colors and shapes. Art is the main focus during First Friday Art Walks, where the community strolls the streets, hopping into galleries, nearby food halls and bars each month. Crowds move to the beat at concerts hosted at different venues throughout the district, from ReelWorks Denver’s dance floor to The Mission Ballroom’s concrete benches.
There's plenty of street-art on display at the RiNo Art Park in Denver.
There's plenty of street-art on display at the RiNo Art Park in Denver.
River North is where artists congregate in Denver.
River North is where artists congregate in Denver.
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Condos converted from factories and single-family homes

Brick exteriors from the 1900s wear painted signs indicating their past lives as textile shops and factories. Inside, there is no doubt they belong in the 21st century, converted and outfitted with modern appliances and the latest amenities. These repurposed buildings with exposed brick walls and wooden beams list between $475,000 for a one-bedroom condo and $864,000 for a three-bedroom, two-story condo. The newer 2020s condo developments line the South Platte River, adding city and water views to the list of available amenities.

Single-family homes pack the street grid between Interstate 70 and Interstate 25, just north of the railroad tracks. These bungalows are steps from the Globeville Center’s indoor community gym. These homes list between $245,000 for a two-bedroom and $600,000 for a five-bedroom.
Some factories in River North have been repurposed as condo complexes, like this building.
Some factories in River North have been repurposed as condo complexes, like this building.
Single-family homes are mostly bungalows in River North.
Single-family homes are mostly bungalows in River North.
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Mestizo-Curtis Park and walks along the promenade

RiNo neighbors Denver’s oldest park, Mestizo-Curtis Park. In 1987, the park earned the prefix “Mestizo” to symbolize the mixture of cultures and ethnicities rooted in the community. Today, walkers and bikers travel along paths winded throughout the open greenspace, passing children playing on the playground and basketball players competing on the painted court. A dive into the park’s public outdoor swimming pool helps cool off swimmers when temperatures reach the summertime high average of 91 degrees Fahrenheit. RiNo Art Park connects to the South Platte Trail, where a steady stream of joggers and bikers take in the riverside sights. Campbell says that the Arkins Promenade has an outdoor, raised sidewalk along the river that children love to explore. The area is shaded by trees, with seating areas for taking a break along bike rides and strolls.
Take a long walk along the South Platte Trail which runs alongside RiNo Art Park.
Take a long walk along the South Platte Trail which runs alongside RiNo Art Park.
Bikes and scooters are very popular at Mestizo-Curtis Park in Denver.
Bikes and scooters are very popular at Mestizo-Curtis Park in Denver.
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Travel from Broadway to Larimer Street

Cars pass through the intersection of Interstate 70 and Interstate 25 in RiNo’s northwest corner. This steady traffic flow reaches destinations across the Denver metro area, including the Denver International Airport, 18 miles east. The Blake light rail station, overseen by the Regional Transportation District (RTD), sits on the A Line, connecting Union Station to the airport. Leading into Downtown Denver, RTD bus stops line Broadway and Larimer Street. Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s traditional brick exterior stands out among the colorful artwork flashing by car and bus windows on Larimer Street. Some buildings along this stretch have gates for decoration and added security. RiNo has a CAP Index Crime Score of 9 out of 10, compared to the U.S. national average of 4, including a 10 in property crime.
RTD busses run throughout the entire River North neighborhood.
RTD busses run throughout the entire River North neighborhood.
The Blake light rail station in River North connects you to Union Station to the airport.
The Blake light rail station in River North connects you to Union Station to the airport.
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Denver Public Schools classroom and work-based learning

Denver Public Schools District – a participant of the school choice program where students may enroll in schools outside their zoning – serves the RiNo neighborhood. Wyatt Academy, a kindergarten through fifth-grade school, earns a grade of C-plus from Niche. Bruce Randolph Middle School classes start in sixth grade, and Manual High School courses begin in ninth grade. Niche gives Bruce Randolph Middle a C-plus grade and Manual High a C grade. Manual High has one of the district’s first biomedical pathway courses, the Med Connect program, a work-based learning experience with the potential for internship experiences at local hospitals.
Wyatt Academy is a public, charter school located in Denver.
Wyatt Academy is a public, charter school located in Denver.
Bruce Randolph School in Denver has a C- grade on Niche.com.
Bruce Randolph School in Denver has a C- grade on Niche.com.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

36 min drive

Bus

Larimer St & Downing St

Bus

Brighton Blvd & 35th St

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38th St & Brighton Blvd

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Larimer St & 26th St

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York St & 40th Ave

Bus

Brighton Blvd & 33rd St

Bus

Larimer St & 32nd St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime River North US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 9 4
Crime Score 9 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

River North Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$524,463
Median Sale Price
$508,850
Median Single Family Sale Price
$520,947
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$269,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
818
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,133
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,295
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,176
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
957
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,114
Median Age
35
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$94,788
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$120,168

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.4%
College Graduates
65.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20%
% Population in Labor Force
77.7%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
66''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

98 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

56 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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