Neighborhood Spotlight: Platt Park Denver
Old South Pearl Street. Pearl Street Farmers Market. Platt Park. Historic Homes. Spacious front yards with bikes and chalk and dogs. Platt Park always has something going on but also is quiet enough that it feels like a spot that is in a suburb.
Located in South Denver right by DU and Washington Park, Platt Park has an excellent mix of eclectic older homes, newer construction modern homes, and older homes that have been lovingly restored. I like to describe this neighborhood as a front yard neighborhood. Don’t just take it from me— here’s what 5280 Magazine has to say:
“There’s a lot to love about Platt Park. The tree-lined blocks of South Pearl Street, its main commercial drag, host a farmers’ market and First Friday art walks and a plethora of fabulous eateries and boutiques. Surrounding the charming commercial hub is a quiet, but not too quiet, neighborhood of Craftsman bungalows, Victorians, modern renos, and Tudors that stretch all the way to Broadway, a funky corridor where something fun is always happening. With I-25 running across its north end, a nearby light rail station, and a modest green space to call its own, Platt Park fulfills the location, location, location adage while providing access to two high-achieving schools (McKinley-Thatcher Elementary and Grant Beacon Middle School) and big-city amenities in a serene setting.”
Some stats:
The median age in Platt Park is 35.5 years old.
It’s a highly educated community, with 78 percent of the adult (25 and older) population holding bachelor’s degrees or higher.
When it comes to housing, 65 percent of filled units are owner-occupied.
Families make up a little over half of the neighborhood households.
The average household income is $111,168. (Colorado Census)
Food in Platt Park
For such a relatively small stretch of retail space, the food scene in Platt Park remains beloved. Sushi Den and its sister restaurant next door Izakaya Den are the main draws to South Pearl Street, but if Sushi isn’t your thing there are tons of other options. Like Hoja's contemporary Mexican cuisine, family-friendly Chook, and Quiero Arepas (which started as a food truck and is now a stand-alone shop—I love them). There is also Kaos Pizza with decent Italian mains in addition to their wood fired pizza. Folks also love the Japanese-style pastries at Tokyo Premium Bakery. Jack’s on Pearl Street is delicious and has a formal restaurant on the main level and a different bar food menu on top.
Park Burger is the classic Denver burger chain and Sweet Cow next door offers amazing ice cream with at least two rotating vegan flavors (think Vegan Chocolate Salted Oreo ice cream).
Nixon’s Coffee House—with its garage door windows—or the patio at Steam Espresso Bar make for excellent coffee spots. I spent many a day— like all day(s)— at Stella’s Coffee Haus during law school and so Stella’s has my heart. Platt Park is also home to its own brewery: Platt Park Brewing Co.
Broadway offers even more nibbles, from Maria Empanada to Adelitas Cocina y Cantina. You’ll also find some great dive bars like Dive Inn and Grandma’s House. For live music with your favorite brew, check out Herman’s Hideaway.
There is so much to love about Platt Park and we are truly experts on this little gem of a neighborhood. As always, please reach out to us with any questions about Denver neighborhoods, housing options in Platt Park, or how we can work together to get you into this beloved spot.