Name: Auraria
Address: Denver

About the neighborhood

Auraria offers a vibrant urban setting with a blend of modern apartment buildings and townhouses built predominantly after 2000. This neighborhood features a robust network of bike lanes and efficient public transit options, including rapid transit stations and bus stops, making commuting straightforward. Residents have access to a variety of grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes within close proximity. Educational facilities such as primary and secondary schools are conveniently nearby. The area is complemented by around ten public green spaces, providing ample opportunities for relaxation outdoors. Its well-planned streets also facilitate easy access to local entertainment venues and a lively atmosphere.

Characteristics

Transportation

This neighborhood provides home buyers with several alternative means of transportation. Auraria will appeal to house buyers who value living in a compact area as it is rather pedestrian-friendly; most daily errands can be run without a vehicle, and there are also numerous businesses in proximity. A fair number of people in the area use their bike as the cycling infrastructure is very extensive. With plenty of nearby rapid transit stations on the 18th / Calif - Littleton / Mineral, Union Station - Ridgegate, Union Sta-Jeff Cty Govt Ctr / Golden, 16th / Stout - 30th / Downing and 18th / Calif - Florida, and around 20 nearby bus lines, Auraria is reasonably transit friendly. Commuting by car is also very convenient in this area. The street infrastructure is moderately well suited for cars, and it is convenient to park.

Services

A general and a specialty grocery store is always only a short distance away in Auraria. Furthermore, owing to over 250 restaurants and approximately 40 coffee shops, Auraria is an excellent place in which to go out to eat. It is also a short distance to a very good variety of clothing stores. With respect to education, in this neighborhood, residents will commonly be able to get to both primary and secondary schools without needing a car.

Character

Auraria offers a variety of experiences for home buyers who enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and spending time in green spaces. There are numerous things to do in this area to enjoy. Despite the fact that there are often relatively few people around, there is a good selection of entertainment venues, and with its over 50 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities. It is easy to get to green spaces from many locations in the neighborhood since there are over 50 of them close by for residents to explore.

Car friendly9.8

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly7.6

Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly6.6

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly7.8

Walking distance to rapid transit and frequent bus lines

Restaurants9.0

Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Groceries8.4

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk