Frequently Asked Questions
West Denver is known for its walkable streets, neighborhood parks, and easy access to everyday essentials. Denver Metro Village sits within reach of a few areas that each bring their own character to daily life.
West Colfax / Sloan's Lake
- Situated directly at the intersection of West Colfax Avenue and Quitman Street, Denver Metro Village sits in the West Colfax and Sloan's Lake area. Residents enjoy a walkable community just blocks from Sloan's Lake Park, local eateries, and nearby cultural facilities like the Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch Library.
Edgewater
- Located just west of Sloan's Lake, Edgewater is a lakeside enclave known for its historic main street, retail spots, and dining destinations like the Edgewater Public Market. It provides small-town charm within minutes of the property.
Highland / Sunnyside
- Positioned northeast of West Colfax, the Highland and Sunnyside communities feature boutique shopping, artisan coffee shops, local galleries, and popular restaurants with convenient access to Downtown Denver.
Unmatched Proximity to Sloan’s Lake Park
- Just three blocks from Sloan’s Lake Park, Denver’s second-largest park and largest body of water, residents enjoy a rare urban waterfront experience. The lake provides three miles of paved walking and biking trails, boating, fishing, and front-row seats to sunsets over the Front Range.
Sweeping Skyline and Mountain Views
- Positioned perfectly between the city core and the Rockies, this West Denver pocket delivers stunning panoramic views of both the Downtown Denver skyline and the Front Range mountains.
Vibrant, Walkable Neighborhood Lifestyle
- West Colfax is one of Denver’s fastest-growing corridors, blending rich history with modern urban conveniences. Residents are within easy walking distance of local coffee shops, craft breweries, eateries, and neighborhood community centers, offering an energetic yet accessible lifestyle for all ages.
- Edgewater Public Market — 1.5 miles
- Alamo Drafthouse Cinema Sloan's Lake — 0.3 miles
- Target & King Soopers Plaza — 0.8 miles
- Little Man Ice Cream Factory — 0.2 miles
- Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch Library — 0.7 miles
- Sloan's Lake Park — 0.3 miles
- Dry Gulch Park & Trail — 0.5 miles
West Colfax sits adjacent to Lakewood, providing straightforward commuting access to regional corporate headquarters, government hubs, healthcare facilities, and higher education campuses via major arterial roadways and public transit corridors. Key routes and nearby employers include:
- Denver Health Medical Center 3.1 miles
- Denver Public Schools Headquarters 3.2 miles
- St. Anthony Hospital 7 miles
- Metropolitan State University of Denver (MSU Denver) 1.8 miles
- Community College of Denver (CCD) 2.4 miles
- University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) 2.5 miles
- Terumo BCT Headquarters 5.1 miles
At Denver Metro Village, residents enjoy a robust selection of community features and thoughtful in-home amenities designed for comfortable 62+ senior living:
Fitness Center & Wellness Programs
- Stay active with a fitness center tailored for older adults, along with two complimentary weekly fitness classes.
Game Room & Media Center
- Connect with neighbors in the community game room equipped with a pool table, board games, puzzles, and a complimentary coffee bar, or gather in the media room for weekly movie screenings and educational programs.
Hobby Room & Computer Lab
- Utilize dedicated space and supply lockers in the hobby room, or access computers, Wi-Fi, and free printing in the neighborhood network center.
On-Site Bark Park & Attached Garage
- Enjoy a secure, enclosed outdoor turf space for pets, as well as an attached four-story parking structure with assigned resident parking.
Updated Modern Kitchens
- Features quartz countertops, wood-grain vinyl flooring, restored vintage metal cabinetry, refrigerators, electric ranges, and garbage disposals (with dishwashers in select annex units).
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