Highlands / LoHi, Denver — Neighborhood Guide for Relocators

Highlands and LoHi offer Denver's best mountain views paired with top-tier restaurants and walkable streets. This upscale neighborhood is ideal for remote workers and foodies who want a refined lifestyle with a neighborhood feel.

Stunning mountain views from rooftop patios, some of Denver's best restaurants (Linger, Root Down, Highland Tap & Burger), and beautiful residential streets. The Highlands (and its sub-neighborhood LoHi) offer an elevated lifestyle without feeling sterile. The architecture mixes Victorian charm with modern infill. The tradeoff: LoHi specifically can feel more commercial, while Upper Highlands stays quieter and more residential.

Walk Score

Bike Score

$680K

Avg Home

8 min

To Downtown

Neighbor Score

Long-term residents vs. short-term rentals

Mostly residential

80%

Residents

Long-term neighbors

20%

Short-Term Rentals

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ResidentsShort-term rentals

Mostly residential — some STR activity in LoHi, quieter and more established in Upper Highlands

Best for

FoodiesView seekersYoung professionalsCouples

A day in Highlands / LoHi

What a typical weekday looks like here

For a remote worker living in this neighborhood

7:00 AM

Coffee at Little Owl on W 32nd Ave, sitting outside with a view of the Rockies.

9:00 AM

Work from home — the mountain views from your home office window never get old.

12:00 PM

Walk to Linger (set in a former mortuary, seriously) for global street food with a rooftop view.

2:30 PM

Bike the Highlands Bridge over I-25 into downtown for a meeting, then back.

5:00 PM

Sunset happy hour at Avanti Food & Beverage — a food hall with a rooftop deck and front-row mountain views.

7:30 PM

Dinner at Root Down (farm-to-table in a converted gas station). Weekend mornings: walk the Highlands Square farmers market on 32nd Ave, then brunch at Jax Fish House.

Real estate

Homes for sale in Highlands / LoHi

Sample listings — prices and availability change often

$695,000

3220 Zuni St

3 bed2 bath1,450 sqft

Denver Square

$640,000

1525 Boulder St

2 bed2 bath1,250 sqft

Modern Townhome

$750,000

2810 W 25th Ave

4 bed3 bath1,800 sqft

Updated Bungalow

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FAQ

Common questions about Highlands / LoHi

Is LoHi a good place to live in Denver?

LoHi is one of Denver's most desirable neighborhoods. The restaurant scene is top-tier, the mountain views are stunning, and it's highly walkable. Lower Highlands (LoHi) is more commercial and lively, while Upper Highlands is quieter and more residential.

What's the difference between LoHi and Highlands?

LoHi (Lower Highlands) is the trendy, restaurant-dense area closest to downtown. Upper Highlands is quieter, more family-friendly, and more residential. Both share the same strong community and mountain views, but the vibe shifts significantly as you move north.

How much does it cost to live in Highlands Denver?

Average homes are $680K across Highlands/LoHi. LoHi condos start lower ($450-550K), while Upper Highlands single-family homes can push $800K+. Rentals average $1,700-2,300/month.

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