About Washington Park: Denver, CO
Washington Park, or Wash Park as known by locals, is the most widely used and best- known park in the Denver metro area.
Named on August 7, 1899 in observation of the centennial of the death of President George Washington, Wash Park sits on 160.8 acres.
The paved road inside the park is divided and marked for pedestrian traffic and bicycle/rollerblade traffic. The dirt path circumventing the park is perfect for joggers and walkers. The park houses a recreation center with weight room, locker rooms, pool and basketball/volleyball court and craft room. Picnic areas are scattered throughout the park. The Boathouse, sitting on Smith Lake, is available for a fee for any special occasion.
The Wash Park neighborhood is defined geographically as the areas west of University Blvd, east of Lincoln St., south of Speer Blvd and north of Interstate 25 in the SE area of Denver.
With its close proximity to downtown Denver, I-25 access, schools, numerous light rail stations, Cherry Creek Mall, The University of Denver, a plethora of retail shops, restaurants, houses of worship and a quick 45 minute drive to DIA, Wash Parks location and convenience solidify it’s standing as one of Denver’s most desired neighborhoods to live, work and play.
Whether you’re searching for a quaint Bungalow, charming Craftsman, stately Victorian, terrific Tudor, high rise condo with mountain views, a pop-top, duplex or virtual mansion, Wash Park’s housing diversity can meet your needs.
Even in some tough economies, the real estate market in the Wash Park area has held consistent in maintaining and increasing value throughout the years due to the location, charm and overall desirability of the neighborhood.
