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South of downtown, scrappier than Capitol Hill. Good restaurants on South Broadway, bungalows, more affordable than Capitol Hill. Walkable within the neighborhood, good access to light rail.
Neighborhood Guide · 2026
Baker, Denver
South of downtown, scrappier than Capitol Hill. Good restaurants on South Broadway, bungalows, more affordable than Capitol Hill. Walkable within the neighborhood, good access to light rail.
Denver Housing Costs — 2026
Median 1BR rent
$1,740/mo
Median 2BR rent
$2,250/mo
Median home price
$565K
Avg utilities
$145/mo
City-wide medians. Baker rents may vary above or below depending on building vintage and unit type.Full Denver breakdown →
Other Neighborhoods in Denver
Compare Baker with other popular areas.
Capitol Hill
Densest and most walkable neighborhood in Denver. Mix of apartment buildings, Victorian mansions, and Colfax Ave energy. Best value per square foot for renters who want walkability. Expect $1,600–2,000/mo for a 1BR.
RiNo (River North)
Brewery district in converted warehouses. Gentrification is complete — rents reflect it. Expect $1,900–2,400/mo for a 1BR. Still worth living in if you can afford it; the food and drink density is excellent.
Washington Park
Where people settle when they're done being trendy. Park-centric, bungalows, young families, good coffee, farmer's market Saturdays. Pricey but the lifestyle quality is legitimate.
LoDo (Lower Downtown)
Coors Field, Union Station, restaurant row. Best walkability in the city. High-rises and lofts, rents to match. Parking is expensive and scarce — budget for a parking spot if you have a car.
Highlands / LoHi
Just north of downtown, across the Millennium Bridge. Victorian homes and new construction mixed. Great restaurants, good walkability, excellent views back toward downtown. One of Denver's most livable neighborhoods.
Cherry Creek
Upscale without trying too hard. Trail system connects to downtown by bike. Older money than RiNo, excellent restaurants, best mall in Denver. Expensive, but the concentration of amenities is real.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Baker a good neighborhood in Denver?
South of downtown, scrappier than Capitol Hill. Good restaurants on South Broadway, bungalows, more affordable than Capitol Hill. Walkable within the neighborhood, good access to light rail.
What is the rent in Baker, Denver?
Denver citywide median 1BR rent is $1,740/mo. Baker pricing varies from the city average depending on building age, proximity to transit, and in-unit amenities. Studio units in Denver often run 15–20% below the 1BR median.
What is Baker in Denver known for?
South of downtown, scrappier than Capitol Hill. Good restaurants on South Broadway, bungalows, more affordable than Capitol Hill. Walkable within the neighborhood, good access to light rail.
How does Baker compare to other Denver neighborhoods?
Baker is one of 7 notable neighborhoods in Denver. Other options include Capitol Hill, RiNo (River North), Washington Park.
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