LoHi (Lower Highlands)
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Denver's most sought-after urban neighborhood, a half-mile pocket between I-25 and Federal Boulevard where Victorian cottages share blocks with modern four-story condos and rooftop restaurants. Platte Street is the dining spine, home to Linger, El Five, Señor Bear, and a rotating cast of new openings. 32nd Avenue adds boutiques, coffee shops, and Little Man Ice Cream's iconic cream-can building. High-rise and mid-rise condo projects from the 2010s–2020s dominate the eastern edge near I-25, while renovated 1890s–1920s Victorians survive on interior streets. Walkable to downtown Denver via the Highland Bridge and Millennium Bridge. Prices reflect the location premium. LoHi consistently ranks among Denver's most expensive neighborhoods per square foot.
At a glance
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. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about LoHi (Lower Highlands)
Where is LoHi (Lower Highlands)?
LoHi (Lower Highlands) is in The Highlands, close to the The Highlands center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was LoHi (Lower Highlands) built?
Homes in LoHi (Lower Highlands) were built between 1890 and 2024 (historic / mid-century / late 20th century / early 21st century / new build).
What amenities does LoHi (Lower Highlands) have?
LoHi (Lower Highlands) amenities include Denver's premier restaurant and rooftop bar district, Platte Street dining corridor (Linger, Señor Bear, El Five), 32nd Avenue boutiques and cafés, Little Man Ice Cream and surrounding plaza, Confluence Park and South Platte River trail access, mountain views from rooftop decks, and high walkability to downtown across pedestrian bridges.
How big are the lots in LoHi (Lower Highlands)?
Typical lots in LoHi (Lower Highlands) run 3,000–6,250 sqft.
Which schools are near LoHi (Lower Highlands)?
Schools near LoHi (Lower 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 LoHi (Lower Highlands)?
How high is LoHi (Lower Highlands)?
LoHi (Lower Highlands) sits at about 5,250 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Confluence Park
- Hirshorn Park
- Little Man Ice Cream Plaza
- Centennial Gardens
- Centennial Elementary (DPS)
- Skinner Middle School (DPS)
- North High School (DPS)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- Platte St
- 32nd Ave
- 15th St / Platte River bridge to downtown
- I-25 (adjacent)
- RTD bus Route 44 along Federal Blvd
- B-cycle stations throughout
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 LoHi (Lower 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 strong, with several public sources confirming the list. Denver's most-listed neighborhood; Extensive data and restaurant coverage from Eater Denver, Westword, and 5280 Magazine.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.