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Living in Valverde, Colorado
Valverde is a growing, family-friendly neighborhood just four miles southwest of downtown Denver. Spanish for “green valley,” the name Valverde alludes to the neighborhood’s heritage and history as fertile farmland. Valverde’s proximity to the South Platte River, once a boon for local farmers, had dire consequences when the river flooded in 1965 — damaging hundreds of homes and displacing residents. Because of this, Valverde’s eastern half consists mostly of commercial properties like wholesalers, manufacturers and distribution centers, while its western portion is almost entirely residential. Bill Maher, a Realtor with RE/MAX professionals who has sold homes in the area for over 25 years, recommends the neighborhood for its "Central location close to Interstate 25 and the Platte River Trail as well as many local restaurants and shops." Despite offering comfortable lawns and driveways, homes here are also "Much more affordable than those on the east side of the river," says Maher, making it a "great place to buy a home, especially considering the city has plans to invest in more infrastructure and amenities for the area." With an easy commute into the city, public schools and parks within walking distance and relatively affordable homes, residents of Valverde enjoy living a laid-back lifestyle just outside Colorado's biggest city.
Enjoying a sunny February afternoon in Valverde Colorado.
Enjoying a sunny February afternoon in Valverde Colorado.
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Affordable mid-century homes in southwest Denver
While walking along Valverde's smooth sidewalks and peaceful neighborhood streets, residents might notice how homes here often have lots of space for yards and driveways and, shaded by the leafy canopies of mature trees, the wide streets accommodate ample room for additional street parking. Most houses in Valverde are single-family homes built either in the early 1900s, when Valverde began as an incorporated town, or the 1950s when the City of Denver heavily developed the area during its post-war housing shortage. With an average sales price of about $420,000, homes in the neighborhood are about $250,000 dollars less than the average for the Denver area and range from two-bedroom cottage, traditional and ranch-style homes selling for as low as $330,000 dollars to larger, three and four-bedroom bungalow-style homes selling up to about $500,000 dollars and featuring original mid-century construction.
Single-family homes in Valverde come in a large variety of sizes and colors.
Valverde homes often come with large yards for additional family fun.
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Getting around Valverde
Because Valverde's eastern half is composed of commercial and industrial properties and the neighborhood is surrounded by other local stores and businesses, many residents of Valverde don't have to travel far at all to get to work. With local bus routes and well-connected sidewalks, getting around is a breeze for pedestrians while, to get into the city by car, residents can make the four-mile trip in just 15 minutes along Alameda Avenue and Lincoln Street. When traveling elsewhere in the Denver metro, residents are located right next to Interstate 25, making travel convenient. To get to the Denver International Airport, residents can head about 27 miles northeast along Interstates 25 and 70, while, to find the nearest hospital, Denver Health is just two miles away near Capitol Hill.
Getting around Valverde
Getting around Valverde - S Federal Blvd & W Bayaud Avenm
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Shopping and dining on Alameda Avenue
For shopping and dining, residents of Valverde are fortunate to have a range of different flavors and cultural cuisines within walking or biking distance. "Right along Alameda Avenue, there are some real neat, hidden spots that locals love," says Maher. Residents can stop by small businesses like La Calle Taqueria y Carnitas to try some authentic Mexican street food with bold flavors from the Yucatán to Mexico City and classic drinks like horchata and tepache, a fermented pineapple juice. For casual Vietnamese fare, residents can peruse the pastries at Vinh Xuong Bakery, or sit down at their cafe with a freshly made banh mi sandwich and a cup of rich and flavorful Vietnamese coffee. After eating, residents can also pick up some groceries at their local international grocery store, the Great Wall Supermarket, or Costco, which is right across the way. For some classic Colorado craft beer, Burns Family Artisan Ales is a brewery in the neighborhood that produces libations for any occasion. The local brewery regularly celebrates major holidays with specialty concoctions, pairing menus and live entertainment.
GW Super Market Shopping and dining on Alameda Avenue
La Calle Taqueria Y Carnitas
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Getting outdoors near the Platte River
Valverde’s pocket parks have been local gathering sites for decades. From hosting potlucks to political organizing, these impromptu meetings still characterize the neighborhood and community get-togethers can still be found at the neighborhood's local parks within walking distance from many homes. Bar Val Wood Park is one local pocket park where families can take their kids to play on the playground, friends can gather to play games on the sports fields and basketball courts while dogs play fetch in the open green space. Residents can also walk or bike along the South Platte River Trail, which is accessible right by Valverde Park and travels along the river all the way through Bear Creek Park to the Red Rocks Amphitheater at the base of the foothills in Morrison. For something different, The Denver Bouldering Club Central offers climbers of all skill levels more than 11,000 square feet of free climbing and 3D physical puzzles. The gym also fosters an inclusive community by hosting specialty climb nights.
Enjoy the beautiful nature around Barnum East Park in Valverde.
Getting outdoors near the Platte River
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Denver Public Schools in the neighborhood
Thanks to Denver Public Schools, young students in the neighborhood can start their educational journey nearby at Valverde Elementary School, which received a C-plus rating from Niche. Students then continue on to schools like Rishel Junior High and Florence Crittenton High, both of which received ratings of C-minus from Niche. Valverde’s spirit of community service can be seen reflected in Florence Crittenton High with programs that provide childcare, parenting classes, and GED and college programming for teen mothers to help educate and prepare them.
Barnum Elementary School has a classic brick-style architecture in Barnum, CO.
Valverde Elementary School building.
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Services for Valverde residents
With a vibrant mix of cultures as part of the southwest Denver community, Valverde also offers several services for residents to help them navigate society. Former resident Elaine Ulibarri helped found Servicios De la Raza, a social services organization for Spanish-speaking populations. Another organization is The Valverde Neighborhood Association, which actively links residents, city representatives and local services.
Costco Business Center
Neighborhood businesses are a common sight in Valverde and are always easily accessed.
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Valverde Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Valverde, Denver sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Valverde, Denver over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Vacant lot. I-MX-3 Zoning. Rare opportunity to find this size vacant lot in a perfect Central Denver location. Fully fenced. Great lot that could be used for industrial or build a warehouse with residential or office up to three stories. Alley access as well.
Beautiful home in Valverde! This charming home features 4 conforming bedrooms, 2 full baths, brand new kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and large island. Other updates include new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, new carpet in basement, new doors and windows, new interior & exterior paint, new electrical panel, new plumbing throughout, new furnace, new water heater,
Looking for the ideal house hack? Live in one side and rent out the other — and qualify with as little as 5% down! This fully remodeled Denver duplex offers two beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath units, each thoughtfully designed with modern finishes, private fenced yards, and individual garage parking — a 2-car detached garage on one side and a 1-car detached garage on the other. All work is permitted!
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