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Denver, CO
Denver · CO 80209
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$600K
Median Price
15/100
Walk Score
8/10
Schools
8 min
to Denver, CO
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
80/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
15/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
80209 has great schools and easy access to downtown, but the walk score is terrible and parking and traffic can bite. It’s expensive and you’ll need a car to get around.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated public schools
- ✓Close to downtown and major employers
- ✓Low flood risk
- ✓Good mix of parks and recreation
- ✓High median income indicates strong local economy
Real Talk
- !Walk score is 15 – you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Property prices and rents are high compared to city average
- !Traffic congestion during rush hours can be severe
- !Winter weather can cause parking and transit delays
- !High local taxes and insurance costs add up
- $Parking fees in commercial areas
- $HOA or condo association fees in many developments
- $Higher property insurance premiums due to elevated risk of snow damage
Best For
Young professionalsFamilies with school-aged childrenRemote workers needing good connectivityPeople who value proximity to downtown
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Denver, CO
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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