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Lower Downtown (LoDo) is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Denver and was home to the city’s first gold rush-era settlement at the confluence of the Platte River and Cherry Creek. Since its formation, this neighborhood has been a mixed-use area with a variety of apartments, restaurants, office spaces, and cultural landmarks. Recently, this variety has intensified with the mix of old and new developments. Rust-colored historic buildings sit next to sleek glass offices and cranes tower over cobblestone streets.

Although LoDo is one of the pricier areas of Denver, compared to cities like San Francisco and New York, rent prices are relatively affordable. This means that LoDo has become home to numerous tech startups and transplants who frequently relocate here for work.

As the heart of downtown Denver, LoDo is always alive with something to do. Plus, the art district of RiNo, the cozy dives of Five Points, and the chic cocktail bars of LoHi are only a walk away. Restaurants, art galleries, bars, and sports games fill the docket of most LoDo residents. This neighborhood allows residents to shop, work, and play, all within a few square miles of home. (Pro Tip: If you want to be further from downtown but still have hundreds of dining and shopping options, you might enjoy Cherry Creek!)