Baker Historic District Core
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
The 30-block National Register historic district anchoring Baker's northeast corner, roughly bounded by W 5th Ave, W Alameda Ave, Broadway, and Fox St. This is the densest concentration of Queen Anne Victorian homes in Denver, with 46% of contributing buildings in that style, interspersed with Classic Cottages, Shingle-style homes, Denver Squares, and Craftsman bungalows built primarily between 1880 and 1920. Nineteen residences were designed by prominent Denver architect William Lang and his partner Marshall Pugh. Streets were originally laid out for a horse-drawn streetcar system that arrived along Broadway in 1878 and extended to Alameda by 1888. Homes sit on narrow 25-foot platted lots with wraparound porches, stained glass, carved barge boards, and decorative parapets. Exterior alterations require Denver Landmark Preservation Commission review. Most blocks have no HOA, mature elm and honey-locust canopy, and quick walkable access to South Broadway's bars and the Dailey Park playground (renovated in 2025 with a space-themed play structure).
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Baker Historic District (NRHP, local landmark 2000, National Register 1985)
- Dailey Park (2.6 acres, Ellsworth & Cherokee, renovated June 2025)
- Phil Milstein Park (5.48 acres, Platte River edge, largest park in Baker)
- South Platte River Trail (western greenway)
- Mayan Theatre (1930 Art Deco, 110 Broadway)
- Hi-Dive music venue (7 S Broadway)
- Punch Bowl Social Denver (65 Broadway)
- Historians Ale House (24 Broadway, 40 CO taps, rooftop)
- HQ Denver live music (former 3 Kings Tavern space)
- SoBo 151 Czech pub (151 S Broadway)
- Sputnik mid-century bar (Broadway, adjacent to Hi-Dive)
- Adrift tiki bar
- Bar 404 (former Club 404)
- Wax Trax Records Broadway Bazaar (200 S Broadway)
- South Broadway Antique Row
- Denver's Art District on Santa Fe (First Friday Art Walks, Santa Fe Dr between 6th and Alameda)
- Buckhorn Exchange (1000 Osage, Denver's oldest restaurant, National Historic Landmark)
- DCIS at Fairmont Elementary (ECE-5, dual-language immersion, 520 W 3rd Ave)
- DCIS Baker Middle School (6-8)
- West High School (DPS, 951 Elati St)
- Baker Historic Neighborhood Association RNO
- Denver Landmark Preservation Commission design review (historic district)
- Broadway Park redevelopment (75-acre TOD district, AMLI, Denizen, PDG)
- future Santa Fe Yards 14,500-seat NWSL stadium
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Where it sits
Inside Baker. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Baker Historic District Core
Where is Baker Historic District Core?
Baker Historic District Core is in Baker, close to the Baker center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Baker Historic District Core built?
Homes in Baker Historic District Core were built between 1880 and 1920 (historic).
Is there an HOA in Baker Historic District Core, and what does it cost?
Baker Historic District Core has no homeowners association on record (most blocks).
What amenities does Baker Historic District Core have?
Baker Historic District Core amenities include NRHP-listed Baker Historic District (local 2000, National Register 1985), densest concentration of Queen Anne Victorians in Denver, 19 residences designed by architect William Lang, mature street trees and original sandstone curbs, walking distance to Dailey Park (2.6 acres, renovated 2025), walking distance to South Broadway restaurants and music venues, Denver Landmark Preservation Commission design review for exterior changes, and no HOA on most blocks.
How big are the lots in Baker Historic District Core?
Typical lots in Baker Historic District Core run 3,125–4,700 sq ft (25x125 and 37.5x125 platted lots).
Which schools are near Baker Historic District Core?
Schools near Baker Historic District Core include DCIS at Fairmont Elementary (ECE-5, dual-language immersion, 520 W 3rd Ave), DCIS Baker Middle School (6-8), and West High School (DPS, 951 Elati St). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Baker Historic District Core?
The nearest RTD light-rail station is Alameda (C Line and E Line), about 0.6 miles from Baker Historic District Core.
How high is Baker Historic District Core?
Baker Historic District Core sits at about 5,270 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Dailey Park (2.6 acres, Ellsworth & Cherokee)
- Hungarian Freedom Park (just east, across Broadway)
- Alamo Placita Park (east of Broadway, 4.6 acres)
- DCIS at Fairmont Elementary (ECE-5, dual-language immersion, 520 W 3rd Ave)
- DCIS Baker Middle School (6-8)
- West High School (DPS, 951 Elati St)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- Broadway (east boundary)
- W Alameda Ave (south boundary of historic district)
- W 6th Ave (north boundary)
- Lincoln St (RNO east boundary, 1 block east of Broadway)
- I-25 (10 min via 6th Ave or Alameda)
Transit in Baker: RTD 10th & Osage Station (D, E, H Lines, northwest edge) · RTD Alameda Station (C, D, E, F, H Lines plus 6 bus routes, south edge) · RTD I-25 & Broadway Station (south of neighborhood, Gates District redevelopment) · RTD Bus Route 0 (Broadway) · RTD Bus Routes 3, 4, 14, 33A, 33B, 52 (Alameda Station) · Cherry Creek Trail (3 min north to downtown) · South Platte River Trail (western edge bike/pedestrian corridor)
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About This Profile
This profile of Baker Historic District Core was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range comes from listed and recently sold homes in the neighborhood. Amenity coverage is strong, with several public sources confirming the list. NRHP district boundaries, architectural data, and school info confirmed via Denver Landmark Preservation docs, Wikipedia, Denver Architecture Foundation, and Baker Historic Neighborhood Association. Pricing from comps for renovated Victorians and bungalows; Range reflects $600K core to $1.2M top-end renovated William Lang homes.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.