Arapahoe Square
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Denver's most active downtown-adjacent redevelopment zone, a 96-acre Urban Redevelopment Area designated by the City of Denver on June 27, 2011, spanning 26 blocks at the western edge of Five Points. Form-based D-AS-12+ and D-AS-20+ zoning adopted on August 23, 2016 set the stage for high-density mixed-use construction. The signature project is Alexan Arapahoe Square, a 13-story, 355-unit residential tower at 22nd & Welton that opened in the late 2010s. Affordable housing is also a key component: Renaissance Stout Street Lofts (78 units, 2014) and Legacy Lofts (98 units) are both income-restricted buildings developed under the URA framework. The district sits between the historic Welton Street cultural corridor to the east, Curtis Park Historic District to the north, and Downtown Denver to the south; residents can walk to Union Station in 15 minutes or reach the Welton L Line light rail in 5 minutes. Pricing is among the more accessible in Five Points due to the concentration of new-build and affordable stock.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Five Points Historic Cultural District (City of Denver designation 2002, renamed 2015)
- Curtis Park Historic District (NRHP 1975, expanded 1983; Denver Landmark Districts A-H)
- San Rafael Historic District (NRHP 94001468, 339 contributing buildings)
- Ballpark Neighborhood Historic District (2002)
- Rossonian Hotel (2650 Welton St, NRHP 1995, reopening 2028)
- Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library (2401 Welton St)
- Black American West Museum (3091 California St)
- Glenarm Recreation Center (2800 Glenarm Pl, originally opened 1924 as the Glenarm Branch YMCA serving Denver's African American community)
- Mestizo-Curtis Park (1868, Denver's first public park)
- Sonny Lawson Park (1972 dedication, honoring Denver pharmacist and district executive Sonny Lawson)
- City Park (adjacent to San Rafael via York Street, 330 acres, Denver Zoo, Museum of Nature & Science)
- St. Ignatius Loyola (2301 York St, 1923-1924 Gothic Revival, NRHP 1994)
- Coors Field (1995, Colorado Rockies)
- McGregor Square (2021)
- Dairy Block
- Great Divide Brewing (2201 Arapahoe St, 1994)
- Wynkoop Brewing (1634 18th St, 1988, Colorado's oldest brewpub)
- Spangalang Brewery (2736 Welton St)
- Welton Street Cafe
- Fifth Coffee House
- First Friday Jazz Hop
- Hi Points Festival (annual, successor to Five Points Jazz Festival 2003-2024)
- Hattie McDaniel affordable condo project (639 29th St, under construction)
- Alexan Arapahoe Square (13 stories, 355 units, 22nd & Welton)
- Renaissance Stout Street Lofts (78 units, 2014, affordable housing)
- Legacy Lofts (98 units, affordable housing)
- Whittier ECE-8 (DPS)
- Wyatt Academy (charter)
- Manual High School (DPS)
- Denver Montclair International School (private)
- Union Station (RTD commuter rail, light rail hub, Amtrak)
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Where it sits
Inside Five Points. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Arapahoe Square
Where is Arapahoe Square?
Arapahoe Square is in Five Points, about 0.6 miles southwest of the Five Points center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Arapahoe Square built?
Homes in Arapahoe Square were built between 2014 and 2025 (early 21st century / new build).
Is there an HOA in Arapahoe Square, and what does it cost?
Arapahoe Square has a homeowners association. Dues run about $250–$550/mo (condos, varies by building); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Arapahoe Square have?
Arapahoe Square amenities include 96-acre Urban Redevelopment Area designated June 27, 2011 (26 blocks), D-AS-12+ and D-AS-20+ form-based zoning adopted August 23, 2016, Alexan Arapahoe Square (13-story, 355 units, 22nd & Welton), Renaissance Stout Street Lofts (78 units, 2014, affordable housing), Legacy Lofts (98 units, affordable housing), walkable to Five Points Historic Cultural District (Welton corridor), walkable to Downtown Denver and Union Station (15 min), RTD bus service along Welton and 20th Ave, adjacent to Curtis Park Historic District, and ground-floor retail and cafes (expanding).
How big are the lots in Arapahoe Square?
Arapahoe Square is attached housing; homes share lots rather than sit on individual parcels.
Which schools are near Arapahoe Square?
Schools near Arapahoe Square include Whittier ECE-8 (DPS), Wyatt Academy (charter), and Manual High School (DPS). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the nearest light-rail station to Arapahoe Square?
How high is Arapahoe Square?
Arapahoe Square sits at about 5,230 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Mestizo-Curtis Park
- Sonny Lawson Park
- Stout Street Triangle
- Whittier ECE-8 (DPS)
- Wyatt Academy (charter)
- Manual High School (DPS)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 20th Avenue
- Welton Street
- Park Avenue
- Broadway
- Champa Street
- I-25 (5 min via Park Ave)
- I-70 (10 min via Downing)
Transit in Five Points: RTD L Line light rail, 5 street-running stations along Welton (25th & Welton, 27th & Welton, 29th & Welton, 30th & Downing, 38th & Blake) · RTD 38th & Blake Station (A Line to DIA, N Line) · Union Station (RTD commuter rail, light rail hub, Amtrak, 10 min walk from Ballpark) · RTD Bus Route 43 (Welton corridor) · RTD Bus Route 44 (Downing St) · RTD Bus Route 24 (York St) · RTD Bus Route 20 (20th Ave) · RTD Bus Route 0 (Broadway) · Cherry Creek Trail (southern edge)
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About This Profile
This profile of Arapahoe Square was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is strong, with several public sources confirming the list. 96-acre URA designated June 27, 2011 (26 blocks), D-AS-12+/D-AS-20+ zoning August 23, 2016, Alexan Arapahoe Square (13 stories, 355 units), Renaissance Stout Street Lofts (78 units, 2014), Legacy Lofts (98 units) all verified. Pricing estimated from new-build and affordable-housing listings.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.