Center City

Denver, CO

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Center City - Denver, CO

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The Mile High City’s business district offers awe-inspiring views and a prime location

Urban Upscale Luxury Bustling Entertainment Restaurants Shopping

Also known as the Central Business District, Center City is one of Denver’s most high-end, luxurious neighborhoods, right in the heart of downtown. Center City offers apartments and condos available in towering structures with skyline views for rent.

The Paramount Theatre is a community staple, offering a historic space for live entertainment. This artistic neighborhood is home to the Denver Performing Arts Complex, which features 10 performances spaces for plays, concerts, and other live performances, with a few restaurants located in the complex as well.

Filled with indulgent hotels, delicious gourmet eateries, hip brewpubs, multiple theaters, and more, there is never a dull moment in this district. Center City houses several shopping centers including the 16th Street Mall, an outdoor collection of shops designed to look like a rattlesnake. Just outside of Center City lies Larimer Square, another major shopping destination in Denver. Restaurants range from steak houses and Mexican restaurants to coffee shops and breweries.

The neighborhood is home to a few museums as well. Learn about currency at the Money Museum at the Federal Reserve Bank. An excellent location for sports and music fans, Central City is convenient to the Pepsi Center, Coors Field, and Empower Field at Mile High. Overall, the neighborhood is great for anyone looking to be in mix of city life with luxurious amenities right outside their door.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Center City is $1,566 for a studio, $1,730 for one bedroom, $2,486 for two bedrooms, and $7,126 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Center City has decreased by -5.1% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 644 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,566/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 750 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,730/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,097 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,486/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 2,562 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $7,126/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

98

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

86

Excellent Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You’ll have excellent transit living in this area, with several nearby transit stops.

94

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

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