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Old 04-08-2011, 02:46 PM
 
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Hi,

It looks like we may be able to move to Denver soon. I have been searching online trying to learn about neighborhoods in Denver. I have NO DESIRE to live in the suburbs. Also, public transportation and bikeability and walkability are a MUST as I don't own a car. Also, access to organic food, a farmer's market and lots of park space is important too. Oh and of course the schools are important.

Thanks for any information you can provide!

Christie
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Old 04-08-2011, 04:26 PM
 
Location: Reunion, CO
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IMO, you'll be bounded by I-25 to Colorado Blvd, Alameda to MLK....and the walkability of that range is probably questionable. I'd guess Capitol Hill is most suited for your requirements.

I've heard Cherry Creek as having the better schools, but then you're getting in to higher price brackets and starting to sacrifice accessibility. I do suggest searching for the many threads here about the schools, all with much better info than I could provide.

Regardless, IMO, I don't find even downtown Denver to be very friendly for an entirely car-less lifestyle. Public transportation here just isn't up to snuff compared to other major Metro areas, like NYC, Chicago, etc...
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Old 04-08-2011, 05:27 PM
 
Location: Just south of Denver since 1989
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You want to live downtown? or within the city limits? The city of Denver is very suburban in nature.

Where is work? Rent or buy? What is important about the new school? Academics, Basketball team, IB program?????
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:19 PM
 
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Wow! I'm shocked to hear that Denver isn't very friendly to a car-free lifestyle. I currently live in a midwestern university town and my neighborhood is very urban with neighborhood schools where my kids walk to school each day. I have access to a wonderful natural foods coop, fantastic farmer's market and a small organic grocery store that is all within 1 mile of my home. I have always wanted to live further west as I'm originally from Cali. I was under the impression that Denver was very "green" with friendly people who are very happy to be living in such a beautiful environment. These are the things that attracted me to Denver. There isn't much natural beauty where I currently live. ;p But, if I'm going to be moving my kids to a new area, I need to be sure that Denver is right for us.

As far as schools are concerned, I prefer to live in a neighborhood where my kids can walk to school. I'd like the school to be diverse, and I'd like it to offer college prep classes in the high school along with honors classes. I don't want to send my kids to a failing school.

I'd like to live in a neighborhood where there is a strong sense of community and you know your neighbors. That is one thing that is really missing from where I currently live.

Thanks so much for the responses!

Oh...one last question...Do you love living in Denver?

Thanks!
Christie
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:22 PM
 
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Oh...we currently own our home, but I've decided enough of that! lol So, for at least for now, we plan to rent.

Also, what do you mean about Denver being very suburban in nature? I always think of suburbs as being a little creepy with cookie cutter houses (usually new) and not much diversity and also as being car centric.
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:34 PM
 
Location: Foot of the Rockies
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CM: Denver is suburban in the sense that much of the housing in the city is single-family detached. While there are walkable areas in Denver, it's very car-centric. If you look at the stats on CD, you will find that Denver has a fairly high percentage of workers who drive alone to work, as opposed to car pooling, taking public transportation, or walking.

DH and I lived in the city for two years, and did most of our shopping, etc by car. We actually did most of our grocery shopping outside the city limits, as we lived in far west Denver. My DD lived in SE Denver for three years, and though she mostly grocery shopped in the city, she usually drove. She did a lot of her clothes shopping at Park Meadows, south of the city.

As far as your opinions about suburbs; that is not the nature of most suburbs around here.
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:37 PM
 
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One other thing I forgot to mention. I always imagine Denver has having great access to beautiful bike trails and hiking trails. Is this something I can look forward to in Denver? I love the outdoors and want a place that I can have the big city along with beautiful nature to enjoy.
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:40 PM
 
Location: Foot of the Rockies
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^^Yes, there are lots of bike/hiking trails around here, including in the suburbs.
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:49 PM
 
Location: Denver, CO
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Wow! I'm shocked to hear that Denver isn't very friendly to a car-free lifestyle. I currently live in a midwestern university town and my neighborhood is very urban with neighborhood schools where my kids walk to school each day. I have access to a wonderful natural foods coop, fantastic farmer's market and a small organic grocery store that is all within 1 mile of my home. I have always wanted to live further west as I'm originally from Cali. I was under the impression that Denver was very "green" with friendly people who are very happy to be living in such a beautiful environment. These are the things that attracted me to Denver. There isn't much natural beauty where I currently live. ;p But, if I'm going to be moving my kids to a new area, I need to be sure that Denver is right for us.

As far as schools are concerned, I prefer to live in a neighborhood where my kids can walk to school. I'd like the school to be diverse, and I'd like it to offer college prep classes in the high school along with honors classes. I don't want to send my kids to a failing school.

I'd like to live in a neighborhood where there is a strong sense of community and you know your neighbors. That is one thing that is really missing from where I currently live.

Thanks so much for the responses!

Oh...one last question...Do you love living in Denver?

Thanks!
Christie
Why move? It sounds like you're already in the perfect place for your family. Without a car to go up into the mountains, you're not going to get much exposure to the "natural beauty" around here. It sounds like you've never been to Denver before-- you should definitely come out here for a visit before even entertaining the idea of moving here-- because you may be extremely disappointed. Not saying scenery doesn't matter-- I know it matters a lot to me personally-- but it does NOT equate to personal and social happiness.
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Old 04-08-2011, 07:50 PM
 
Location: Coos Bay, Oregon
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Hi,

It looks like we may be able to move to Denver soon. I have been searching online trying to learn about neighborhoods in Denver. I have NO DESIRE to live in the suburbs. Also, public transportation and bikeability and walkability are a MUST as I don't own a car. Also, access to organic food, a farmer's market and lots of park space is important too. Oh and of course the schools are important.

Thanks for any information you can provide!

Christie
Cherry Creek around 1st Ave and University should fit your needs.

Public transit: RTD routes 1, 2, 3, 3L, 24, 46, 79L, 83L

Bike: Cherry Creak Bike Trail.

Walk: to Cherry Creak Shopping & to parks.

Organic food: Whole Foods

Farmers Market: Cherry Creak Fresh Market

Parks: Cherry Creak Park, Bike to Cheesman Park and Washington Park.

Schools: Denver Public.
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