RiNo art district offers urban chic living and work spaces, a thriving arts scene, and a panoply of trendy restaurants, and nightspots. And it’s only minutes from Downtown Denver.

The River North Arts District—better known “RiNo”(cue the memorable rhinoceros logo!)— is located just north of downtown. RiNo is one of the neighborhoods bordering Denver’s historic Five Points, in the area northeast of Park Avenue, east of I-25, south of I-70, and northwest of Arapahoe Street.

Creative Passion and Industrial Past

RiNo’s factories and warehouses date back to its turn of the century industrial past. However, by the 1980’s, industry had abandoned the area. This offered an opportunity for artists and other creative types to take advantage of its affordability. That was just the beginning of a renaissance that resulted in the creation in 2007 of the River North Arts District. The RiNo Arts District is a nonprofit neighborhood organization that is the force behind a number of community initiatives. The group is dedicated to maintaining the artistic, entrepreneurial spirit of RiNo as it grows and flourishes. Notably, RiNo’s creative community today includes art studios, architects, photographers, and more than 60 art galleries.

The lively spirit of RiNo art district is apparent in the vibrant pop-up street art murals created by local artists. In fact, It’s clear that the neighborhood has managed to retain the edgy vibe of its industrial roots while undergoing a massively successful revitalization. Among other innovative projects, there are plans for a $12 million river promenade and park that will provide residents and visitors with a place for outdoor recreation as well as a flexible festival space. Additionally, RiNo’s potential for future growth continues with a flood of development projects. Coming in 2019: a $200 million World Trade Center Denver office, retail, and conference space.

Dynamic Dining, Retail, and Nightlife

River North is home to a constantly growing array of incredible dining, nightlife, and retail experiences. Case in point: The Source, a 30,000 square foot reclaimed 1880’s iron foundry that has been converted into an artisan food marketplace. Furthermore, still to come at the Source in 2018 is a modern, 100-room hotel, retail, design, and culinary complex. The Source Hotel and Market Hall will feature a number of businesses. These include a bakery, gallery, home goods store, rooftop gastropub, beer garden, and pool terrace.

RiNo’s diverse culinary scene offers everything from wood-fired pizza to Mexican street food, curries, and barbeque. Head to eclectic Acorn for seasonal, oak-fired small plates and artisanal wines and beer. Enjoy innovative cocktails and the raw bar at the RiNo Yacht Club. You’ll have your choice of over a dozen breweries, distilleries, cideries, and even an urban winery, The Infinite Monkey Theorem – “no vineyard, no pretense.”

Urban Chic Work and Living Spaces 

River North residents can revel in all the neighborhood has to offer while enjoying close proximity to downtown Denver. Also, commuters have easy access to I-70 and I-25 and the new train station at 38th and Blake Street is only blocks away. Bonus: catch a ballgame at nearby Coors Field!

RiNo’s residential offerings offer a unique mix of turn of the century and modern style. You will find converted warehouse residences with loft-style interiors, as well as newly constructed contemporary condominiums, upscale apartments, and townhomes. Thus, home buyers who covet urban industrial chic will find their dream home in RiNo. Many interiors feature open concept floor plans, dramatic high ceilings, and unique architectural details such as original steel beams and exposed brick. With an average sale in 2017 of about $460,000 to $550,000, the upscale offerings can range well above $1,000,000.

RiNo: a great place to live, work and play.

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