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College living with quiet comfort
Residents of University might agree that they don’t have to be in college to enjoy college-town energy. This suburb south of Denver offers all the spirit of youthful adventures with the comfort of an established, well-maintained residential village. Around the campus, there’s a lot of student housing and nightlife, but a few blocks removed, it gets calm and sleepy—coined by locals as the best of both worlds. Whether looking for a home close to the University of Denver or just hoping to find a cozy neighborhood with food variety and easy access to major highways, University can provide as much or as little excitement as folks need.
The Denver University campus is beautiful at sunset.
Traditional craftsman bungalows with large front porches are another common home in University.
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Cottages, Contemporaries and condos
Worlds also collide with the variety of housing options. Cottages and brick ranch-style homes, many with detached garages and wide front porches, offer 700 to 1,000 square feet of space and cost between $500,000 and $700,000. These quaint dwellings might neighbor larger, 2,000- to 4,000-square-foot contemporary builds with Craftsman architecture, wood or stone accents and even rooftop balconies, generally priced from $1 million to around $1.5 million. There are also both established and renovated condominiums and apartment complexes on the market for $1 million to upwards of $3.5 million. “The real estate is pretty varied, and there are great options for first-time homebuyers,” says Sam Neumann, a Realtor and host of the YouTube channel, Denver Living with Sam Neumann. Maple trees shade the sidewalks, accenting the neighborhood’s green gardens and manicured lawns. “It’s really desirable here, even though prices trend a little higher,” Neumann says.
This modern home type is more often found in northern University.
This home is a classic example of the smaller bungalows you'll see in University.
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First meals to fourth meals
When it’s time to brunch, locals head to the mural-adorned Jelly Café. Nearby, Birdcall puts a modern spin on the classic chicken sandwich. Students sit shoulder to shoulder with University natives to catch a Broncos game at Stadium Inn, a longstanding community fixture known to locals as The Old Standby. And after-hours, the sizzling aroma of freshly shaved grilled lamb draws folks into Jerusalem Restaurant. On the west side, Safeway is the go-to for groceries and weekly essentials.
The interior space at Birdcall is small, but most prefer the outdoor patio anyway.
For a fun, cheerful breakfast try Jelly Cafe on Evans Ave in University.
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Public and private schooling in Denver
Asbury Elementary, which receives a B-plus Niche grade, has been recognized as a Whole Child Distinguished school, offering support beyond academics. Students can progress to Grant Beacon Middle School, which receives a B grade from Niche, before graduating from South High School—ranked in the top 8% of public high schools in Colorado and boasting an A, according to Niche. Parents can opt for their kids to have a private school education with a 7-1 student-teacher ratio at St. Anne’s Episcopal School, located in the area.
Asbury Elementary School is in the University neighborhood of the Denver.
South High School is a public high school in Washington Park.
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Harvard Gulch Trail connecting parks
Residents enjoy fresh air on the paved walking trails while children run through the playground at DeBoer Park. The Harvard Gulch Trail weaves through the park and continues west, meandering behind homes and across streets before reaching Harvard Gulch Park. There, outdoor enthusiasts take advantage of the golf course and athletic fields and courts, and the Recreation Center which offers an outdoor pool.
DeBoer Park is the local park in University neighborhood, and is great for kids.
Harvard Gulch trail runs through DeBoer Park , and can take you west to Harvard Gulch Park.
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Getting around the university
Interstate 25 cuts through the northern part of University, which leads directly into Denver in 5 miles. There are several RTD Denver bus stops dispersed throughout the community, and University of Denver Station picks up travelers using the light rail. AdventHealth Porter is a general hospital located centrally in town.
Hop on the RTD line from the University of Denver station by I-25.
University residents who commute will appreciate easy access to I-25
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UD: the area’s namesake
University is fittingly encompassed by University of Denver, a private institution that is recognized as a Very High Research University by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The campus is known for its pristine landscaping, red brick walkways and classic architectural styles. The Cable Center on campus hosts a variety of professional events and parties.
Students in University can be caught soaking in the sun on the University of Denver Campus.
The Cable Center on the University of Denver Campus hosts the Syndeo Institute.
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Beautiful weather, but changed very rapidly throughout the day. Other than that it's beautiful.
3.0Niche User
8/30/2015Niche Review
Being right near a college, this area was very well kept, but going three blocks in any direction, you found a very different story.
3.0Niche User
10/7/2014Niche Review
The housing near where I live is fairly good, smaller and very close together but not necessarily bad. Most of the surrounding neighborhood is actually quite nice.
4.0Niche User
10/7/2014Niche Review
Business around here provide everything one could need, and if you find the right one it will be both nice as well as cheap. Good business overall.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
University
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University, Denver sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in University, Denver over the last 12 months is $742,600, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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