One of the most charming things about this neighborhood is the history its buildings hold and the links they have to Denver's past. In recent years, several vacant historic structures in the upper end of Downtown Denver have been renovated into apartment and condominium projects. With a little research, each building tells a story of the early days of Denver's bustling downtown, from banking and railroads to fine shopping. One of these projects is the Denver Dry Lofts, built in what was one of Denver's grand and stylish department stores of an earlier era.
The Central Business District may sound like a stuffy array of bank buildings, but don't let the name fool you. While LoDo has garnered most of the publicity for growth and housing over the last decade, the truth is that residential growth in the upper end of Downtown - the Central Business District - has been equally strong. Both areas have populations of approximately 3,500 people, and the Central Business District has a distinct personality all its own.
A walking tour of this neighborhood will take you past The Baldwin Lofts (16th and California Street), the Denver Dry Lofts (15th and California Street), A.T. Lewis & Rio Grande Lofts (16th and Stout Street), Boston Lofts (17th and Champa Street) and Bank Lofts (17th and Stout Street). Two developments on Champa Street include the Buerger Brothers Industrial Lofts (1742 Champa Street) and the Chamber Apartments next door (1726 Champa Street).
Residents of the Central Business District are certainly not all business. They're surrounded by some of the city's best dining, shopping, arts and culture. Everything is a quick walk or a short free shuttle ride away, making cars necessary only for trips out of the city. The Denver Center for Performing Arts, Denver Art Museum, Colorado History Museum, Cherry Creek bike path, Denver Public Library, Civic Center Park, Pepsi Center and the Paramount Theatre are just a few of the treasures within walking distance for these Downtown residents.
Taken from Live Downtown Denver.com
