Thinking of moving to Denver? Here's what you need to know.

Denver is the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. The Mile High City lies just 12 miles east of the Front Range, and as a result, Denver residents enjoy world-class skiing, rock climbing, hiking and biking trails. The city of nearly 650,000 has welcomed visitors since its inception as a mining and supply town for the gold rush in the mid-19^th century. Denver has been growing steadily ever since.

Who's There?

While growing families occupy the surrounding suburbs, Denver is an oasis for the youthful and unattached. The city population is young, with only 30 percent over the age of 45. Professionals thrive in Denver, the city has topped Forbes' list of the Best Places for Business and Careers. Denver's economy is propelled by a mix of old and new. Its geographical location means railroads are still big business, while the growing presence of high-tech companies pump up the local economy.

What's Around Denver?

The proximity to the mountains means anything goes in terms of outdoor activities. Denver is home to 78 neighborhoods and more than 200 city parks and designated open spaces. The neighborhoods range from post-WWII housing communities to skyscrapers and office buildings. Transportation around town is an easy task by bicycle, as Denver ranks among the most bicycle-friendly cities in the U.S., with more than 250 miles of designated bicycle lanes. The public transportation system is among the best in the country, linking Denver to the surrounding areas by way of busses and light rail. Hundreds of daily busses service eight surrounding counties.

What Do You Do In Denver?

Denver's museums and performing arts centers garner national recognition for their collections, as well as their unique designs. Small art galleries line the neighborhood of LoDo (Lower Downtown), mixing perfectly with lively bars serving locally brewed beer. For music lovers, a show at Fiddler's Green or the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater makes for an unforgettable night. The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo honors the city's cowboy heritage every January. After checking out the cowboys, don't forget to cheer on the Denver Broncos, the local NFL team. Denver is home to some of the most raucous sports fans in the country, all supporting the hometown teams: Broncos (NFL), Rockies (MLB), Nuggets (NBA) and Avalanche (NHL).

Thinking of moving to Denver? Here's what you need to know.

Who's There?

What's Around Denver?

What Do You Do In Denver?

What are the Safest Neighborhoods in Denver, CO?

1826 Bellaire St

275 S Harrison St #106

2817 W 33rd Ave

904 N Inca St

3295 Blake St

1208 N Quitman St #302

1934 W 33rd Ave

3420 N Steele St

4063 S Rosemary Way

3201 S Forest St

1560 N Lafayette St

2240 N Clay St

1385 Grape St

1441 N Humboldt St

2460 W 29th Ave #103

1300 S Parker Rd #139

420 S Marion Pkwy

1051 Mariposa St

662 S Pearl St #1

2899 N Speer Blvd

4140 E Warren Ave #6

2943 Lawrence St #ROW HOUSE

2615 E 12th Ave #UPSTAIRS

1750 Wewatta St

3890 S Dayton St #208

789 N Clarkson St

802 W 4th Ave

3745 N Marion St

8105 E 11th Ave #4A

352 S Lafayette St