Highland (Upper Highlands)

By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026

The residential heart of The Highlands, a grid of tree-canopied streets lined with 1885–1940 Victorians, Queen Annes, and Craftsman bungalows that give this area its architectural identity. The Potter Highlands Historic District preserves some of Denver's finest Victorian streetscapes. 32nd and Lowell is the neighborhood hub with restaurants (Highland Tap and Burger, Trattoria Stella), coffee shops, and a weekend farmers' market in season. Daily life revolves around front-porch culture, dog walks to Highland Park (Denver's oldest, established 1873), and bike commutes downtown. More residential and neighborhood-focused than LoHi, with slightly lower prices but the same walkable grid. Many original homes have been renovated with modern interiors while preserving exterior character.

At a glance

Price Range
$400K$1.2M
$550K–$1.2M
Mid-tier of The Highlands
Era Built
1885–1960
19002026
Historic / Mid-Century
Community Anchors
  • Sloan's Lake Park (177 acres, boating, 2.6-mile loop trail, mountain views)
  • Highland Park (Denver's oldest park, est. 1873, playground, ball fields)
  • Confluence Park (South Platte River, Cherry Creek trail access, kayak course)
  • Centennial Gardens (formal gardens adjacent to Confluence Park)
  • Chaffee Park (sports fields, playground, community garden)
  • Tennyson Street commercial district (40+ independent shops and restaurants)
  • Platte Street dining corridor (Linger, El Five, Señor Bear)
  • 32nd and Lowell restaurant and café hub
  • Little Man Ice Cream plaza (community gathering space)
  • North High School (DPS, historic campus, recent renovation)
  • Centennial Elementary (DPS)
  • Trevista at Horace Mann (DPS, dual-language program)
  • Skinner Middle School (DPS)
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Where it sits

Inside The Highlands. Platted boundary.

Typical Lot3,000–6,250 sqft
Home TypesSingle-family, Townhome, Duplex
AmenitiesVictorian and Craftsman architecture on tree-lined streets, 32nd and Lowell restaurant cluster, Highland Square shopping and dining, Quiet residential blocks with front porches, No HOA on most blocks, Historic Denver landmark district sections
Quick answers

Questions about Highland (Upper Highlands)

Where is Highland (Upper Highlands)?

Highland (Upper Highlands) is in The Highlands, close to the The Highlands center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.

When was Highland (Upper Highlands) built?

Homes in Highland (Upper Highlands) were built between 1885 and 1960 (historic / mid-century).

What amenities does Highland (Upper Highlands) have?

Highland (Upper Highlands) amenities include Victorian and Craftsman architecture on tree-lined streets, 32nd and Lowell restaurant cluster, Highland Square shopping and dining, quiet residential blocks with front porches, no HOA on most blocks, and historic Denver landmark district sections.

How big are the lots in Highland (Upper Highlands)?

Typical lots in Highland (Upper Highlands) run 3,000–6,250 sqft.

Which schools are near Highland (Upper Highlands)?

Schools near Highland (Upper Highlands) include Centennial Elementary (DPS), Skinner Middle School (DPS), and North High School (DPS). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.

What is the nearest light-rail station to Highland (Upper Highlands)?

The nearest RTD light-rail station is Union Station (A Line, B Line, C Line, E Line, G Line, N Line, and W Line), about 0.8 miles from Highland (Upper Highlands).

How high is Highland (Upper Highlands)?

Highland (Upper Highlands) sits at about 5,290 feet above sea level.

Nearby

Parks and Schools

Nearby Parks
  • Highland Park (city's oldest park, est. 1873)
  • Potter Highlands Historic District greenways
  • Hirshorn Park
Nearby Schools

Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.

Getting Around

Commute and Access

  • 32nd Ave
  • Lowell Blvd
  • Federal Blvd
  • Zuni St
  • RTD bus Route 32 along 32nd Ave
  • RTD bus Route 44 along Federal Blvd

Transit in The Highlands: RTD bus Route 32 along 32nd Ave · RTD bus Route 38 along 38th Ave · RTD bus Route 44 along Federal Blvd · RTD bus Route 31 along Zuni St · 41st & Fox commuter rail station (N Line, connects downtown in 8 min) · Highland Bridge and Millennium Bridge pedestrian/bike crossings to downtown · B-cycle stations throughout LoHi and Upper Highlands · Protected bike lanes on segments of 32nd Ave and Federal Blvd

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About This Profile

This profile of Highland (Upper Highlands) 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 moderate, and some features rest on a single source. Potter Highlands Historic District well documented; Pricing from sold comps in 80211 west of Federal Blvd.

Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.