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The East Colfax Neighborhood

Nestled between the old Stapleton International Airport and Lowry Air Force Base until the 1990s, there was nearly constant sound of aircraft landing and taking off on two sides in the East Colfax neighborhood. Residential development came to house workers from these two nearby airfields with construction of single-family ranch homes, flourishing after World War II and continued into the 1950’s. Nearby, the former Fitzsimons Army Medical Center has transformed into the CU Anschutz medical campus, a world-class education, research and patient care facilities on one of the nation’s newest health sciences campuses. Of course, the neighborhood heart and soul remains Colfax Avenue, which is the longest main street in America at 26.8 miles long.

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East Colfax's Neighborhood Rankings

6/10Walking Score

With most restaurants, stores, and shops living on East Colfax Avenue, you'll be able to walk to some of your errands but, most conveniences will require transportation outside the neighborhood.

5/10Transportation Score

With four bus lines and a bike score of 8, you'll be able to get where you need. Two bus lines run on East Colfax Avenue, one on 20th Avenue, and one on Quebec Street.

3/10Local Score

There are many fast food restaurants such as Wendy's, Taco Bell, and McDonald's off of Federal Boulevard, but you can burn those calories by taking a brisk walk or running in Zuni Park.

3/10Convenience Score

With a couple of convenience stores like 7-Eleven and Conoco in East Colfax, you can find great grocery stores and other chain locations in Central Park, just north of the neighborhood.

HIT AND MISS
Parking

It may require more effort if you're looking to park on East Colfax Avenue, but the neighborhood streets do provide easy parking if you don't mind taking a short stroll.

EVOLVINGVibe

East Colfax provides an urban-suburban feel where you can live it up or unwind in the space of your own home.

7/10Densitiy

With an average sale price of $450K, the community offers a great opportunity for young professionals and families looking to buy their first home.

East Colfax Architectural Types

Bungalow

Bungalow

Cottage

Cottage

Craftsman

Craftsman

Denver Square

Denver Square

Ranch

Ranch

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