These metrics collectively paint a complete picture of what makes a neighborhood conducive to academic success and personal growth.
This is not subjective opinion but data-driven analysis of Colorados most college-friendly neighborhoods.
University of Denver
The University of Denver neighborhood provides an outstanding college experience with a score of 90.99.
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This area likely offers specific advantages such as quality housing options or proximity to certain educational facilities.
Old Town West
Old Town West offers an excellent college experience with a score of 92.85.
Transit options are moderate (55.13).
No data is available for cycling or transit options.
Smoky Hill
Smoky Hill offers a very good college environment with a score of 93.29.
Fountain Northeast
Fountain Northeast scores very well for college-friendliness at 93.51, with decent walkability (69.88).
No cycling data is available.
The combination of academic resources and urban amenities makes this area particularly attractive.
Transit options are very limited (4.83), and cycling data is unavailable.
This area likely appeals to students seeking a quieter academic environment with some basic amenities within walking distance.
Fort Carson Northwest
Fort Carson Northwest achieves a high college-friendly score of 95.26 despite lower ratings in other categories.
No data is available for cycling or transit options.
Frasier Meadows
Frasier Meadows offers an excellent college experience with a score of 95.80.
This neighborhood excels across all metrics, particularly in cycling-friendliness (99.95) and vibrancy (96.88).
The area provides both academic convenience and lifestyle amenities that support a balanced college experience.
Security Widefield
Security Widefield offers an excellent college-friendly environment with a score of 97.54.
Auraria
Auraria, home to a major educational campus in Denver, scores excellently at 99.00 for college-friendliness.
Trail Ridge
Trail Ridge scores exceptionally well for college-friendliness at 99.29, with particularly strong walkability (75.36).
Fort Carson
Fort Carson ranks highly with a college-friendly score of 99.45, despite its military installation setting.
Transit options are limited (33.18), and cycling data is unavailable.
This area likely benefits from structured community resources and educational opportunities aligned with military personnel and their families.
With excellent walkability (82.55) and good transit options (72.03), students enjoy comprehensive mobility.
The combination of academic resources and lifestyle amenities makes this a premier choice for college life.
The neighborhood provides moderate vibrancy (40.40) but lacks in cycling infrastructure (14.88).
This area is primarily focused on academic convenience rather than lifestyle amenities.
This neighborhood excels in almost all categories, particularly in cycling-friendliness (99.78) and walkability (82.65).
The combination of these factors creates an ideal environment for students, with excellent accessibility to campus and amenities.
