For those who are determined to live here anyway, there is hope. A new NerdWallet study analyzed the best places for millennial job seekers in Colorado, and found that jobs are plentiful across multiple sectors. The financial website ranked 10 Colorado cities as the best for millennials seeking a job: Evans Englewood Golden Louisville Boulder […]
Most Bikeable Cities
June 26, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Denver continues to invest in walkable, bike-friendly infrastructure, and has landed the No. 4 spot on Walk Score’s (an apartment listing company owned and operated by Redfin Corp.) new “Most Bikeable Cities 2015” ranking, which gave Denver a 71.3 bike score, up 1.8 points from last year. The ranking came just in time for Denver’s […]
Best Cities to Retire
June 26, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Three cities in Colorado were rated as the best places in the nation to retire. According to bankrate.com’s new “Best and Worst Cities to Retire” Index, Denver is the sixth best place to retire. Colorado Springs landed the ninth spot, and Lakewood came in at 17th. Bankrate looked at 172 cities and compiled its index […]
21st Most Populous City
June 24, 2015 by Leave a Comment
According to the latest U.S. Census Bureau city population estimates, Denver is now the 21st most populous city in the United States, up from 22nd a year ago. As of July 1, 2014, the City & County of Denver had an estimated 663,862 residents, up from 648,401 in 2013. Denver now stands immediately behind Seattle […]
Denver’s Suburbs
June 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
If you’re wanting to escape Denver’s climbing rent prices (at least a little), but still want to enjoy all that Denver has to offer, Denver’s suburbs have a lot to offer. In fact, many are connected to downtown by the Regional Transportation District’s 122 miles of rail track, and are full of their own restaurants, […]
Residents Driving Farther to Get to Work
June 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
A new report issued by the Brookings Institute has found that the number of jobs near the average resident has decreased by 10.7 percent from 2000 to 2012. In clearer terms, Denver area residents are having to travel farther to get to the office. The report analyzed U.S. Census Bureau data to identify the number […]
Capitol Hill: America’s Most Beautiful Neighborhoods
May 13, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Denver is beautiful with its conglomeration of modern and rustic architecture, tree-lined sidewalks, and vibrantly unique artwork. According to a new Thrillist ranking, it’s also home to one of the 10 most beautiful neighborhoods in America. Capitol Hill, the Denver neighborhood bounded by Colfax Avenue, Broadway, Downing and Seventh Avenue, landed the No. 10 spot […]
Colorado Makes National List for Most Expensive Street
May 8, 2015 by Leave a Comment
According to a new Zillow report, streets in Cherry Hills Village, Arapahoe County, make up most of the list. Luxury homes on Cherry Hills Park Drive in the Village are the most expensive in the city, with a median home value of $9.4 million. What is the most expensive street in the state? Strawberry Park […]
Pros and Cons of Owning a Log Home
April 20, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Unlike the log cabins of early American times, today’s log homes offer innovative designs that create a comfortable, yet upscale feel. Most of today’s log homes feature cathedral ceilings for an open, airy feel as well as grand stone fireplaces and modern kitchens. With such a perfect combination of luxury and laid-back comfort, it’s no […]
Living with Wildlife: Coyote Breeding Season
April 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
One of the most controversial wildlife species is the coyote, which play an integral role in urban environments. They help maintain ecosystems and species diversity by keeping rodent populations down and scavenging on the flesh of dead animals to keep ecosystems clean. Coyote breeding season is actually underway and will continue into the early summer […]