Named after John Whittier, American poet and abolitionist, Denver's Whittier neighborhood features beautiful, historic homes in Victorian, Queen Anne and Denver Square styles. Bounded by Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., 23rd Ave, York & Downing, Whittier's historic charm and convenient location just northeast of downtown make it a popular neighborhood with hardworking families and singles. Connected to Denver with a light rail station, City Park is nearby, as well as popular Uptown neighborhood.
If you’re wanting walkability, Whittier is the place for you. Stroll to Fuller Dog Park, The Beer Spa, or Whittier Cafe, and dine on a smorgasbord of restaurants of all types! Do whatever your heart desires, sans car, in this Denver neighborhood.
7/10Transportation Score
Many Whittier residents are bike commuters with the neighborhood's bike score of 10! There are five bus lines rand 5 rail lines available in the neighborhood that residents take if the prefer to commute, run errands, or grab a bite to eat sans-car.
3/10Local Score
With only a few local restaurants like Genna Rae Wings & More and The Plimoth, you may find better dining in RiNo with its plethora of bars and eateries.
1/10Convenience Score
You'll have to take a short trip to an adjacent neighborhood for your grocery shopping and errands with only Town Grocery and Gem Store on Downing Street.
Hit & MissParking
It may require more effort if you're looking to park in Whittier, but the neighborhood streets do provide parking if you don't mind a brief search and a short stroll.
CharmingVibe
Whittier has managed to retain nearly all of its original Victorian, Queen Anne, and Denver Square homes which gives the area a unique, original charm. With residents who come from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, you'll find yourself at a festive block party celebrating your neighbor's heritage.
6/10Densitiy
With mid-sized lots and many historic homes being built in the 1880s, this urban neighborhood doesn’t waste space, but still offers room to breathe.
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