Denver, CO
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$301 Avg asking sale price
$133 Avg asking lease rate
25,360 SF Avg unit lease size
18,382 SF Avg building size for sale
6.65% Average cap rate

Denver's Demographic Profile

Denver has 319,116 households and a median income of $85,001, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A +1% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 716,274
# Households 319,116
Median age 37
Median household income $85,001
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 174,940
5-year population change +1%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Denver $271 13,256 SF 11.19%
Edgewater $292 1,748 SF 8.67%
Commerce City $355 8,830 SF 5.25%
Nearby Industrial Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Denver $240 26,536 SF 18.83%
Welby $222 38,095 SF 8.23%
Henderson $296 5,933 SF 5.74%
Commerce City $226 20,600 SF 11.70%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
Denver $353 9,917 SF
Welby $280 7,900 SF
Glendale $656 1,980 SF
Henderson $222 4,453 SF
Edgewater $292 1,748 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Denver $299 17,308 SF 10.53%
Commerce City $232 8,492 SF 7.69%
Greenwood Village $258 27,691 SF 7.55%
Wheat Ridge $265 13,283 SF 7.58%
Englewood $321 19,216 SF 7.07%

Commercial Properties For Sale in Denver

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

Value-Add Opp | Office & Parking Lot Dev

Denver, CO

  • Office Building
  • Auction Sale
For Sale

Burnham Yard Industrial Site

Denver, CO 80223

  • 31,999 SF Industrial Building
  • $4,750,000
For Sale

Acoma Office Building

Denver, CO 80204

  • 14,234 SF Office Building
  • $4,500,000
For Sale

3755 S Lipan St

Englewood, CO 80110

  • 34,652 SF Industrial Building
  • $4,750,000
For Sale

7447 E Berry Ave

Greenwood Village, CO 80111

  • 29,000 SF Office Building
  • $5,800,000
For Sale

Corona Apartments

Denver, CO 80218

  • 2,376 SF Multifamily
  • 6.51% Cap Rate
  • $1,050,000

Average Price For Sale

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Average Price For Lease

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Cap Rate

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether Denver pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
Denver $301 18,382 SF
Welby $310 32,715 SF
Glendale $605 4,960 SF
Henderson $342 5,625 SF
Federal Heights $455 9,625 SF

Multifamily Properties For Sale in Denver

For Sale

Residences at Lawrence

Denver, CO 80204

  • 105,291 SF Multifamily
  • $695,000
For Sale

Amber Apartments

Aurora, CO 80010

  • 62,220 SF Multifamily
  • 4.61% Cap Rate
  • $12,800,000
For Sale

The Novelist

Denver, CO 80203

  • 33,948 SF Multifamily
  • $12,000,000
For Sale

2900 W 44th Ave

Denver, CO 80211

  • 26,104 SF Multifamily
  • $500,000
For Sale

Ice House Lofts

Denver, CO 80202

  • 193,417 SF Multifamily
  • $1,750,000
For Sale

The Julian at Sloan’s Lake

Denver, CO 80204

  • 111,752 SF Multifamily
  • $950,000
For Sale

Midland Lofts

Denver, CO 80202

  • 119,940 SF Multifamily
  • $700,000
For Sale

Colony House

Aurora, CO 80011

  • 28,048 SF Multifamily
  • 6.33% Cap Rate
  • $5,400,000

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places Denver alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in Denver or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
Denver 716,274 319,116 37 $85,001 2 174,940 1%
Welby 14,986 5,093 35 $64,737 3 1,650 2%
Glendale 5,428 3,195 33 $69,087 2 2,998 6%
Henderson 13,281 4,116 35 $102,976 3 794 4%
Federal Heights 15,398 5,589 34 $50,362 3 2,654 5%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in Denver, CO and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in Denver

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Is Denver a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

Denver offers relatively accessible pricing and clear market benchmarks compared to many major metros, which can help first-time investors set realistic expectations. Reviewing average prices, building sizes, and cap rates on this page can help you understand what a typical deal looks like before narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in Denver?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help you compare the cost of owning versus leasing space in Denver. By reviewing typical building sizes and asking prices, you can assess whether ownership aligns with your space needs, cash flow goals, and long term business plans before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in Denver?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal size, reasonable pricing, and return ranges that support steady income. The cap rate and pricing benchmarks shown here help assess whether current Denver market conditions align with lower-risk, income-focused strategies.

How does Denver compare to nearby markets from a pricing and scale perspective?

The nearby market tables highlight how cost per square foot and typical building size vary across the region. These comparisons help experienced investors identify relative value and determine whether Denver pricing is competitive or whether nearby markets may offer better alignment with specific return or scale targets.

How can institutional or high-volume investors use this page for early deal screening in Denver?

This page provides high-level benchmarks on pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates that are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional teams can use these metrics to validate underwriting assumptions, reduce noise, and prioritize Denver listings that meet size and return criteria before deeper analysis.

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