Baker
South Broadway's creative heart — artsy, historic, accessible
Why People Move Here
Baker offers the most affordable entry point to central Denver living with a character no suburb can replicate. The South Broadway corridor mixes Michelin-recognized dining (MAKfam), a century of antique shops, and a live music scene that spawned the Underground Music Showcase — all within a 10-minute bike ride of Union Station.
Key Statistics
Data sourced from census records, school district reports, and local transit authorities.
Commute Times
School Districts
Denver Public Schools
B+- South High School — A (Niche), largest CTE program in DPS
- Lincoln Elementary — neighborhood school
- Grant Beacon Middle School — B−, enrichment programs
- Denver Center for International Studies — bilingual immersion option
FAQ — Baker
What are the school ratings in Baker?
Baker is served by Denver Public Schools, rated B+ by Niche. South High School holds an A rating and runs the largest Career and Technical Education program in DPS. Grant Beacon Middle School is rated B−, and Lincoln Elementary serves as the neighborhood school. District-wide enrollment applies—verify enrollment eligibility by address.
What is the commute from Baker to downtown Denver?
Baker sits roughly 2 miles south of downtown via Broadway. Off-peak drives take 5–10 minutes, while rush hour extends to 10–20 minutes. The Alameda Station (D & E lines) connects to downtown and the south suburbs, and a protected Broadway bikeway offers a direct bike lane into the city center.
What is the median home price in Baker?
The median home price in Baker ranges from $587K to $626K, with Redfin reporting ~$587K and Zillow ~$626K as of 2025–2026. Price per square foot averages ~$382. Year-over-year prices declined 22.9% (May 2025, Redfin), steeper than the Denver metro average, and the renter-to-owner ratio is 55% renter / 45% owner.
What parks and outdoor recreation are available in Baker?
Dailey Park, over 100 years old, features original 1920s SR DeBoer shelters. The Platte River Trail provides a biking and walking corridor, and Baker Dog Park offers a fenced, community-maintained off-leash area. Denver’s citywide park system includes 250+ parks and 80+ miles of trails.
What are the crime statistics in Baker?
Baker’s violent crime rate is 9.95 per 1,000 residents, ranking 14th of 78 Denver neighborhoods. Property crime rates rank 3rd among adjacent neighborhoods. South Baker is the neighborhood’s lowest-crime sub-area.
What is the cost of living in Baker?
Denver’s cost of living index is 128, or 28% above the national average per BestPlaces. Property taxes run ~0.50% effective (~79.2 mills), combined sales tax is 9.15%, and Colorado levies a flat 4.4% state income tax. Median household income in Baker ranges from $67K to $97K.
What are the top restaurants and dining options in Baker?
Baker’s South Broadway corridor offers a concentrated dining scene: • MAKfam — Michelin Bib Gourmand Chinese with natural wines and craft cocktails • La Forêt — French fare in the former Beatrice & Woodsley space • Rebel Bread — artisanal bakery using Colorado wheat, hosts the annual Denver Bake Fest • Novel Strand Brewing — craft beer by day, Queen City Collective Coffee by morning • La Chiva — Colombian cuisine on Broadway
What healthcare facilities are near Baker?
Denver Health Medical Center at 777 Bannock Street is approximately 1.5 miles away. Urgent care options include Denver Health Adult Urgent Care at 660 Bannock and Peña Southwest Family Health Center at 1339 S Federal.
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