Denver Office for Sale - Capitol Hill
1245 E Colfax Avenue
A New Standard for Urban Micro-Living in Denver
1245 E Colfax is a fully entitled, permit-ready mixed-use development designed for modern urban living along one of Denver’s most iconic corridors. The project delivers 144 thoughtfully designed micro-apartments and approximately 6,000 square feet of neighborhood-serving retail, combining new construction with adaptive reuse to create an activated, walkable residential environment.
This is a shovel-ready infill opportunity with all major entitlement risk removed and a clear path to delivery.
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Designed for How People Actually Live
1245 E Colfax was conceived around efficiency, flexibility, and lifestyle — not excess. The micro-unit format allows residents to live simply while still enjoying high-quality finishes and shared amenities that extend their living space beyond the unit.
Interior residences feature:
• Contemporary kitchens with full-size appliances
• In-unit laundry
• High ceilings and large windows
• Clean, durable finishes designed for urban renters
The result is housing that is efficient without feeling compromised.
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Lafayette Building | New Construction
The Lafayette Building anchors the project with 95 newly constructed micro-apartments arranged over five residential levels plus a rooftop amenity deck.
Key Highlights
• Modern micro-unit layouts
• Exterior walk-up units along Lafayette Street
• Ground-floor retail activating the street frontage
Resident Amenities
Purpose-built spaces that support work, connection, and downtime:
• Co-working space and podcast studio
• Multiple resident lounges
• Outdoor courtyard
• Rooftop amenity patio with city views
These shared spaces are designed to replace square footage inside the unit, creating a stronger sense of community and livability.
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Colfax Building | Adaptive Reuse
The Colfax Building repositions an existing 1962 office structure into 49 micro-apartments with activated retail frontage along Colfax Avenue.
Features
• Change-of-occupancy renovation
• Ground-floor retail including existing and new spaces
• Fitness center and secure bike storage
• Direct engagement with Colfax’s pedestrian activity
By blending adaptive reuse with new construction, the project delivers character, efficiency, and cost discipline while preserving the rhythm of the corridor.
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Street-Level Activation & Retail
Approximately 6,000 square feet of retail is integrated across both buildings, creating an active pedestrian experience along Colfax and Lafayette.
Retail spaces are sized and positioned to support:
• Coffee and neighborhood food uses
• Daily-needs retail
• Services that benefit both residents and the surrounding community
This retail component strengthens the project’s long-term durability and neighborhood integration.
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Mobility-Forward by Design
1245 E Colfax prioritizes non-automotive mobility while still providing necessary parking.
• Shared structured and surface parking
• ADA-compliant and EV-ready stalls
• Extensive secure bike parking (interior and exterior)
• Transit-oriented Colfax corridor location
This approach aligns with Denver’s evolving mobility patterns and renter preferences.
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A Rare Shovel-Ready Opportunity
With entitlements secured, designs completed, and permits ready, 1245 E Colfax offers a rare opportunity to deliver high-demand urban housing without prolonged pre-development risk.
The project is positioned to capitalize on:
• Continued demand for smaller, efficient urban units
• Strong fundamentals along the Colfax corridor
• Adaptive reuse combined with new construction efficiency
1245 E Colfax is not speculative — it is ready.
