1245 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80218

1245 E Colfax Avenue

A New Standard for Urban Micro-Living in Denver

1245 E Colfax is a fully entitled, permit-ready mixed-use development designed for modern urban living along one of Denver’s most iconic corridors. The project delivers 144 thoughtfully designed micro-apartments and approximately 6,000 square feet of neighborhood-serving retail, combining new construction with adaptive reuse to create an activated, walkable residential environment.

This is a shovel-ready infill opportunity with all major entitlement risk removed and a clear path to delivery.

Current Building is still leasing and seller will accept shorter term leases

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Designed for How People Actually Live

1245 E Colfax was conceived around efficiency, flexibility, and lifestyle — not excess. The micro-unit format allows residents to live simply while still enjoying high-quality finishes and shared amenities that extend their living space beyond the unit.

Interior residences feature:

• Contemporary kitchens with full-size appliances

• In-unit laundry

• High ceilings and large windows

• Clean, durable finishes designed for urban renters

The result is housing that is efficient without feeling compromised.

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Lafayette Building | New Construction

The Lafayette Building anchors the project with 95 newly constructed micro-apartments arranged over five residential levels plus a rooftop amenity deck.

Key Highlights

• Modern micro-unit layouts

• Exterior walk-up units along Lafayette Street

• Ground-floor retail activating the street frontage

Resident Amenities

Purpose-built spaces that support work, connection, and downtime:

• Co-working space and podcast studio

• Multiple resident lounges

• Outdoor courtyard

• Rooftop amenity patio with city views

These shared spaces are designed to replace square footage inside the unit, creating a stronger sense of community and livability.

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Colfax Building | Adaptive Reuse

The Colfax Building repositions an existing 1962 office structure into 49 micro-apartments with activated retail frontage along Colfax Avenue.

Features

• Change-of-occupancy renovation

• Ground-floor retail including existing and new spaces

• Fitness center and secure bike storage

• Direct engagement with Colfax’s pedestrian activity

By blending adaptive reuse with new construction, the project delivers character, efficiency, and cost discipline while preserving the rhythm of the corridor.

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Street-Level Activation & Retail

Approximately 6,000 square feet of retail is integrated across both buildings, creating an active pedestrian experience along Colfax and Lafayette.

Retail spaces are sized and positioned to support:

• Coffee and neighborhood food uses

• Daily-needs retail

• Services that benefit both residents and the surrounding community

This retail component strengthens the project’s long-term durability and neighborhood integration.

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Mobility-Forward by Design

1245 E Colfax prioritizes non-automotive mobility while still providing necessary parking.

• Shared structured and surface parking

• ADA-compliant and EV-ready stalls

• Extensive secure bike parking (interior and exterior)

• Transit-oriented Colfax corridor location

This approach aligns with Denver’s evolving mobility patterns and renter preferences.

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A Rare Shovel-Ready Opportunity

With entitlements secured, designs completed, and permits ready, 1245 E Colfax offers a rare opportunity to deliver high-demand urban housing without prolonged pre-development risk.

The project is positioned to capitalize on:

• Continued demand for smaller, efficient urban units

• Strong fundamentals along the Colfax corridor

• Adaptive reuse combined with new construction efficiency

1245 E Colfax is not speculative — it is ready.