Smith Lake and the historic 1913 boathouse in Washington Park, Denver

Neighborhood Guide · Central Denver

Washington Park.

A century-old neighborhood framing Denver's most beloved park, where bungalows and Tudors never go out of style.

Overview

Built around the park.

Washington Park, known to locals as Wash Park, wraps around the 165-acre park of the same name, one of Denver's largest and oldest. The streets are lined with historic bungalows, Denver Squares, and Tudors, many lovingly restored, on some of the most coveted blocks in the city. Pricing is set by proximity to the park.

It is a neighborhood built for slow mornings and active days, joggers circling the lakes, families on the grass, and a tight, walkable community a few minutes from downtown.

For Sale

McKinley homes in Washington Park.

Market & Prices

What homes cost in Washington Park.

Historic bungalows and Tudors framing the lake, priced by proximity to the park. Most homes trade between $1M and $3M, with the finest restorations and new builds above.

Current medians, days on market and price bands change every month. Ask us for today's numbers on any block and we will pull them from the brokerage's own data rather than a consumer estimate.

The lifestyle

The park itself anchors daily life, with two lakes, formal flower gardens, tennis courts, and a 2.6-mile loop. South Gaylord Street offers a small strip of neighborhood restaurants and shops, and Old South Pearl Street's Sunday farmers market sits just to the west.

Amenities, Landmarks & Schools

What anchors the neighborhood.

Anchored by Washington Park, the South Gaylord and Old South Pearl commercial districts, and quick access to the Cherry Creek Trail. Schools fall within Denver Public Schools, with several highly rated neighborhood options.

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