Gaypleton (Fine. Stapleton.)

You won’t get far in the “Where should I look for homes?” conversation with a gay Denverite before: “Stapleton, honey. Stapleton.” Ride around a few blocks within view of the old air control tower and it’s apparent why. The houses are “to die.” Colorful, well-kept, and fit for realty size-queens, the rows of balcony-laden beauties with their nicely-manicured, postage-stamp lawns and this-century stylings scream hip, sexy, and urban burbs. They also scream, “You’re gonna need some roommates.”

WHY IT’S COOL:

Northfield shopping!

Plenty of green spaces make for sports, gardening, urban farming, community events, and gathering.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Park means concerts and events are in your backyard.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal Wildlife Reserve equals elk, raccoons, raptors, prairie dogs, and much more wildlife to talk to when you’re out on a walk.

East 19th Ave Town Center is an awesome place to grab a coffee and hit some shops in an outdoor mall.

The Sam Gary Branch Library is a great place to chill when you want some shhh time to ponder your next read.

The Central Park Recreational Center offers yoga, zumba, and just about any kind of classes if lifting weights and/or swimming just isn’t your thing.

The dog park is always a great place to go, even if you don’t have a dog. It’s basically free therapy to snuggle some pooches in this amazing weather.

Bonus! Stapleton will be home to Denver’s third-largest park and the (almost-there) rail line will take you from the house to DIA or downtown.

Average monthly rent for a 2/2 house: $2100