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?

3039 Welton St

9239 E Nassau Ave

2525 S Dayton Way

1590 Little Raven St

6649 Fern Dr

475 W 12th Ave

7755 E Quincy Ave

3876 Federal Blvd

375 Decatur St

4784 Federal Blvd

4539 Tennyson St #103

2729 W 28th Ave

3832 Jason St #5A

2004 N Vine St

1944 S Columbine St

2374 S University Blvd

4198 1/2 N Winona Ct

450 S Emerson St

1735 N Ogden St #101

9510 E Florida Ave

582 S Patton Ct

8335 Fairmount Dr

4643 W Oberlin Pl

1344 N Gaylord St #100

868 N Mariposa St

1986 S University Blvd

2485 S Race St

16061 E Bolling Dr

1245 Columbine St #404

522 Garfield St