Denver Homes with Retail Subtype

Denver Homes with Retail Subtype

Welcome to Denver, Colorado – a vibrant city nestled against the majestic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Known for its stunning natural beauty and a thriving cultural scene, Denver is a place where urban sophistication meets outdoor adventure. From the bustling streets of LoDo (Lower Downtown) to the serene parks of Washington Park, the city offers a diverse array of neighborhoods, each with its own unique charm and character.

One of the most exciting real estate opportunities in Denver is the availability of homes with a retail subtype. These properties are perfect for entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to blend their living space with their business ventures. Imagine waking up in your beautifully designed home and stepping into your own retail space just a few steps away! Whether you’re considering a boutique, café, or studio, homes with retail subtypes provide the perfect canvas to create a vibrant lifestyle that integrates work and home in one seamless location.

Denver's real estate market is flourishing, with a variety of architectural styles ranging from historic Victorian homes to sleek modern condos. The city is not only a hub for innovation and creativity but also offers a strong sense of community, making it an ideal place to settle down.

With its rich history, dynamic economy, and an ever-growing population, Denver continues to attract new residents and businesses alike. Explore the possibilities of owning a home with retail space in this remarkable city, and experience the best of both worlds in the heart of Colorado!

Newest Denver Homes with Retail Subtype

$600,000
6671015 MLS
Positioned along the highly visible East Colfax corridor, this distinctive commercial property offers a rare opportunity to own a versatile retail and community-oriented space with deep local roots. The 3,821 square foot freestanding building sits on a 6,250 square foot lot and provides excellent street presence, strong accessibility, and flexible E-MS-5 zoning (Urban Edge – Main Street), allowing for a wide range of commercial and mixed-use possibilities. Currently home to a long-standing bookstore with over 20 years of retail history, the property carries an established identity and loyal customer base while offering multiple paths forward for investors, owner-users, or mission-driven organizations. The functional layout includes expansive retail areas, flexible upper-level space, and multiple utility areas, making it well-suited for continued retail use, office conversion, studio space, or community-focused concepts. With strong daily traffic, a highly walkable location, and proximity to surrounding residential neighborhoods, the property benefits from consistent visibility and built-in consumer flow. Buyers also have the option to explore acquisition of the existing bookstore business, offering a turnkey opportunity or a foundation to build upon an already successful concept. Zoning supports a wide variety of uses including retail, restaurant, café, office, studio, and redevelopment potential up to 5 stories, making this an attractive long-term hold or repositioning opportunity. Confidential financials available upon request with signed NDA.

8710 E Colfax Ave, Denver

$3,500,000
6235341 MLS
Introducing Lafayette Exchange at City Park West, located at 1658-1668 N Lafayette Street—an exceptional opportunity to own a free-standing commercial building in one of Denver’s most sought-after, high-traffic neighborhoods. Blending timeless character with modern updates, this distinctive property is ideally suited for a collection of boutique, street-facing suites designed for a variety of consumer-facing uses. Currently configured with 24 individually sized units, the building offers flexible layouts that can easily accommodate a mix of shops, studios, and service-oriented concepts. A striking brick façade and expansive windows create strong curb appeal while filling the interiors with natural light—perfect for creating inviting, customer-focused environments. Original architectural details are thoughtfully complemented by modern upgrades, providing both charm and functionality. The property features 41 rooms total: 3 kitchens, 7 restrooms, plus 2 terraces and a double-height 2-car garage/store that enhance the overall customer and tenant experience. Ample off-street parking and a spacious 18-space parking lot further support accessibility and convenience—key advantages for attracting steady daily traffic. Positioned along a picturesque, tree-lined street just blocks from City Park, the location is surrounded by a dynamic mix of restaurants, cafés, markets, and neighborhood amenities, making it a natural destination for foot traffic and repeat visits. This is a rare opportunity for investors or owner-users to reposition or operate a vibrant, multi-tenant commercial destination in a premier infill location with strong visibility and long-term upside.

1666 N Lafayette St, Denver

$2,300,000
4442914 MLS
Rare Central Denver retail + infill opportunity consisting of two contiguous C-MX-8 zoned parcels totaling approx. 14,062 SF, located directly adjacent to the Denver Health main campus and within the influence area of the future Burnham Yard redevelopment and proposed Denver Broncos Stadium District Providing stable retail income with immediate potential to enhance value through rent repositioning, tenant optimization, and strategic asset improvements. At the same time, the C-MX-8 zoning delivers meaningful long-term redevelopment power, allowing up to 8-story mixed-use development, multifamily, medical office, hospitality, or institutional-support uses. Perfect for 55/60+ Active Community because of proximity to the Denver Health/New Broncos Stadium and a WalkScore of 93. Denver Health’s recent acquisition of multiple neighboring Bannock Street parcels (approx. $5.5M) reinforces institutional confidence and sustained growth momentum. Hilton has approved a 96-room LivSmart Extended Stay concept, previously submitted to the City of Denver (Concept Log #2024-CONCEPT-0000128). With core urban positioning, institutional growth adjacency, zoning strength, income in place, and transformational regional development nearby, 520 & 536 Cherokee Street present one of Denver’s most compelling land + income platform opportunities. Future rent growth and demand fundamentals are strongly supported. This asset currently performs at a competitive 3.25% return, with most leases ending in mid '26 this asset offers strong appreciation potential. With next door Denver health expanding on their recent purchase on Bannock, surrounding area of Lincoln/Golden Triangle and transformative Burnham yard Broncos redevelopment. Property also holds long-term land value potential, making it an attractive hold for investors seeking a combination of current performance and strategic future opportunity.

520 & 536 N Cherokee St, Denver

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