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...artsy and affordable


Known as the "West Side," Auraria is that rare find: a charming neighborhood ridiculously close to the heart of downtown, but still affordable.

In the 1850s, gold seekers came to Denver to find their fortunes. The houses and Auraria apartments for rent reflect that historic atmosphere.  Here you'll find two-story brick Victorians, one-story stucco houses, duplexes, row houses, brick bungalows and brick apartment complexes.

The whole area is revitalized and overflowing with cafes, art galleries, authentic Mexican bakeries and offices, so you can be sure there’s always something going on, day and night.

The Auraria Campus consists of three colleges: Metro State, Community College of Denver and University of Colorado Denver. Film lovers take note: all film fests that come to Denver can be found at the Starz Film Center, located within the Tivoli Center (the student union of the Auraria Campus).

And for sure, don't miss First Fridays Art Walk, located in the nearby Baker district. The galleries along a six-block section of Santa Fe Drive stay open late the first Friday of the month, and the surrounding businesses (restaurants, bars and bookstores) do their best to keep the crowds happy.

See hotspots on the Auraria map

Known for:

Auraria Campus

Main drag:

Colfax Avenue

Auraria blogs and events

Height of the Season for Dumpster Diving

Summer is the most popular season for moving to a new apartment or house, and thus the best season for scoring great (free!) stuff from the trash.

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Apartments in Auraria

Marquis at the Parkway Apartments - 1170 Galapago St