Platt Park, Denver Neighborhood Guide | The RC Homes Group

Overview for Platt Park, CO

7,078 people live in Platt Park, where the median age is 39 and the average individual income is $93,710. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

7,078

Total Population

39 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$93,710

Average individual Income

Platt Park sits just south of Wash Park proper, and it borrows a lot of that neighborhood's appeal, tree lined streets, walkable commercial strips, established bungalow housing stock, without carrying quite the same price tag. Old South Pearl Street runs right through it, a genuine neighborhood main street with a Sunday farmers market and a strip of local restaurants that locals actually use, not just tourists.

The other real advantage here is transit. Platt Park has its own light rail stop, something Wash Park itself does not have, which makes a car free commute downtown genuinely realistic for a lot of residents. Combine that with the lower price point relative to its more famous neighbor, and Platt Park ends up being one of the better value plays in central Denver.

Platt Park At A Glance

Where it is: South central Denver, just south of Washington Park
Vibe: Old South Pearl charm, light rail access, quieter than Wash Park proper
Housing: Classic bungalows and Denver squares, similar stock to Wash Park at a lower price
Best for: Buyers who want Wash Park adjacent without the Wash Park price

Life Outside the House

Old South Pearl Street's Sunday farmers market and restaurant row
Direct proximity to Washington Park itself
The Louisiana and Pearl light rail station
Platt Park (the actual park the neighborhood is named for) and its rec center

Getting Around

Platt Park has its own light rail stop at Louisiana and Pearl, on the D, H, and L lines, making a car free downtown commute realistic. By car, downtown is about fifteen minutes via I-25 or Broadway, and US-285 provides a quick route toward the southwest metro.

SCHOOLS (BIG IMPACT ON YOUR PROPERTY VALUES)

Platt Park is Denver Public Schools territory, sharing a lot of the same school quality reputation as neighboring Wash Park. As always in DPS, verify the specific assigned school for any exact address rather than assuming based on the neighborhood name, and ask about the district's school choice options if the zoned school is not the right fit.

If you want Wash Park's walkability and charm without Wash Park's price tag, Platt Park deserves a real look. Call or text and let's talk it through.

Schools in Platt Park, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Platt Park. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Platt Park, CO

There's plenty to do around Platt Park, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Walker's Paradise

Walking Score

87

Very Bikeable

Bike Score

53

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tattoos By James Laporno, Kristina Schieferecke ND - Healing Roots Clinic, and Fern Haven.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Tattoos By James Laporno page on Yelp	Beauty	0.36 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Kristina Schieferecke ND - Healing Roots Clinic page on Yelp Search 645 E Evans Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.54 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Fern Haven page on Yelp Search 999 E Evans Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.6 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

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