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Classic American architecture and Denver's finest attractions
Tall spruce trees and bushes line the streets of Skyland. This neighborhood with classic American architecture borders City Park, Denver’s most notable center for recreation and attractions. "People who live there love the closeness to so many attractions, like the science museum, the zoo and City Park," says broker Scott Sabina of Sabina & Company. "All that, and you can easily and quickly get downtown." With animal exhibits, scenic golf course views and history from an ancient time, the old city streets of Skyland offer an exciting lifestyle for residents.
Skyland is one of those Denver neighborhoods that has great access to everything.
The Denver Zoo is an 80-acre nonprofit zoological garden located near City Park in Denver.
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Skyland architecture and the market
Skyland architecture includes diverse styles, such as 1940s brick bungalows, humble ranch homes and stately two-story Denver squares. Homes typically cost between $600,000 and $775,000. Homes in Skyland generally stay on the market for 34 days before sale, compared to the national average of 42 days. Multifamily homes were built as recently as 2019, with spacious townhouses located around Wilson Court and 31st Avenue. The median household income in this neighborhood is $76,453, compared to the national average of $70,967. Crime in Skyland is on par with national trends, with a Crime Score of 4 out of 10 on the CAP Index.
You can find some quaint cottage style homes in Skyland.
The popular Denver Square can also be found in Skyland.
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The exciting world of City Park
Within walking distance of Skyland, City Park offers 330 acres of trails winding around historic monuments and shimmering lakes. The City Park Golf Course is a recently renovated 18-hole course spanning 140 acres with views of the glittering city skyline and a mountainous backdrop. Beginning in 1896, the Denver Zoo was recently ranked in the Top 10 best zoos in the country by USA Today. With over a century of history, visitors can browse fascinating exhibits of over 3,000 animals across its 84 acres. Museumgoers can walk through rooms packed with archaeological artifacts and towering displays of dinosaur fossils at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Residents can stroll down paths surrounded by tropical gardens at the Denver Botanic Gardens, featuring flora from all over the world in an interactive space with unique landscaping and a greenhouse pyramid.
The City Park Golf Course is a recently renovated 18-hole course spanning 140 acres.
City Park offers 330 acres of trails winding around historic monuments and shimmering lakes.
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Manual High School's Med School program
Columbine Elementary School holds a C-plus overall Niche grade and is among the Top 100 most diverse elementary schools in Colorado. After graduating from Columbine, students can attend PREP Academy, an alternative school with an overall grade of B-minus. PREP has a student-teacher ratio of 2-to-1, serving a small group of students in grades 6-12. One of the oldest high schools in the city, Manual High School, was one of the first schools in the area to integrate during the civil rights movement. Manual High School has an overall grade of C, and students earn industry certifications and gain hands-on experience in the medical industry through the Med School at Manual program.
Manual High School has an overall grade of C grade from Niche.
PREP Academy is a public middle and high school in Skyland.
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Blossoms of Light at the Botanic Gardens
Blossoms of Light is a seasonal holiday walk through the conservatory covered in sparkling lights at the Botanic Gardens, two miles south on York Street. Each Halloween season, the gardens transform into a spooky overture with sculptures and jack-o-lanterns made from locally grown pumpkins at Glow at the Gardens. On Colfax Avenue, City Park sets up its Saturday Morning Farmers Market, where locals can find pastries and organic local produce.
Stroll down paths surrounded by tropical gardens at the Denver Botanic Gardens.
City Park Pavilion is a nice focal point of City Park. It's also rentable for events.
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RTD bus and light rail
The colorful murals and trendy businesses of the River North Art District are only three miles west and Downtown Denver is three miles southwest. Commuters can catch the RTD bus at the stops on 28th Avenue or 30th Street. Skyland's eastern border is Colorado Boulevard, which connects north to Interstate 70 and south to Interstate 25 toward Colorado Springs. Skyland is bike-friendly, scoring 89 out of 100, with plenty of lanes along main routes. Residents can catch the light rail on M.L.K. Jr Boulevard near Vine Street in Whittier, about a mile west. The Denver International Airport is 17 miles away.
Residents can catch the light rail at the 30th and Downing Station, about a mile west.
Skyland is bike-friendly, scoring 89 out of 100, with plenty of lanes along main routes.
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Dinner at The Plimoth and dessert at Sweet Sweetz
Customers can reserve a table at The Plimoth, an American restaurant serving meals made with farm-to-table ingredients on a rotating menu with an extensive selection of wine. The perfect place to pop into after dinner is Sweet Sweetz Ice Cream and Desserts, a café and pie shop with specialties like cheesecake and cherry crumb pie. Locals can get groceries at Sprouts Farmers Market, which is two miles south on Colfax Avenue. Whole Foods Market is just three miles west on Wewatta Street.
The Plimoth is an American restaurant serving meals made with farm-to-table ingredients.
On those hot summer days, stop in for some ice cream at Sweet Sweetz.
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Parks in this Area
City of Nairobi Park
City of Axum Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
City Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Football
Russell Square Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Madame CJ Walker Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Denver International
29 min drive
Bus
28th Ave & Madison St
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29th Ave & Colorado Blvd
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York St & 28th Ave
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29th Ave & Jackson St
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28th Ave & Fillmore St
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York St & 26th Ave
Bus
29th Ave & Richard Allen Ct
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Skyland
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Skyland Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Skyland, Denver sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Skyland, Denver over the last 12 months is $600,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Your Modern Oasis, mere minutes from City Park. This stunning, light-filled 2019 townhome offers sophisticated living in the vibrant heart of Denver. Its flexible three-level layout and smart design check all the boxes for modern comfort. The entry level features a private bedroom and full bath—ideal for guests, an office, or even a short-term rental. This level also provides direct access to
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Experience elevated Denver living in this fully renovated brick home, ideally situated near City Park, Downtown, and Park Hill. Every detail has been thoughtfully refreshed—inside and out—with new drywall, fresh designer paint, new doors, new plush carpet, sleek wood flooring, and high-end finishes throughout.Spa-inspired bathrooms boast custom tilework and frameless glass showers, while the
This City Park North mid-century modern brick ranch has a fantastic layout, an amazing central location two doors down from City Park Golf Course, the Denver Zoo, City Park, and the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. This home is move-in ready with a great layout, tons of natural light, a spacious kitchen, a large living room, two fieplaces, lots of storage, hydronic radiant heat, whole house
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Available June 25th! This amazing, raised ranch style home has huge picture windows/family room on the main floor. Two large bedrooms share 1 full bathroom, galley kitchen and dining room with sliding doors leading out to the flagstone patio.Great finished basement with 2 conforming bedrooms with egress windows. One large basement master bedroom with 3/4 bath and walk-in closet. A small
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$3,485 /month - unfurnished, or $5,985/month - furnished(utilities included - capped) Comes with free TV, Articulating with tilt angle of 15 degrees already Wall mounted + Home Theater Soundbar System Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place in Denver."City Park is a trendy area dominated by its namesake green space, featuring picnic spots, playgrounds and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,257
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,683
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,530
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
College Graduates
56.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.2%
% Population in Labor Force
79.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
85/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 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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