Student Housing Denver
Denver is home to world-renowned universities, making it an eye-catcher for local and international students to stay there. The quality of higher education in Denver is exceptional and is top-rated compared to other cities. Casita is a student housing company with hundreds of rooms in Denver; there are many options, including en-suite rooms, self-contained studios, and one-bedroom apartments! Casita offers a wide range of student housing in Denver for you to choose from according to your needs, budgets, and preferences.
About Denver
Denver, the capital of Colorado, is an American metropolis dating to the Old West era. It is a safe city with a very low crime rate. Not only is Denver a practical choice because of the many facilities it has, but it also is a desirable place due to its beautiful landmarks. From a strong job market and a low unemployment rate to a thriving restaurant scene, Denver has become a cultural hub. Denver has a unique perfect culture, and it gives friendly vibes to the point where non-citizens feel as if they are at home.
Denver is also a place where great parks, river access, hiking, and bike trails are found everywhere. We can not forget Denver’s highly educated workforce, as it has the University of Denver, considered the greatest university there. Many other local universities provide the best education and guarantee quality teaching.
Suburbs in Denver
Denver has plenty of suburbs and areas for students to call home during their study period there. The best suburbs to live in during your stay in Denver include Centennial, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, and Ken Caryl.
Centennial
One of the best suburbs in Denver is Centennial, which was only incorporated in February 2001. Despite the suburb being so young, it is one of Colorado’s biggest suburbs. It is located about 20 miles southeast of Denver. Centennial is an adventurer’s paradise with many local trails and parks. This suburb has everything you need; grocery stores, flower shops, hospitals, cafes, and restaurants are all available.
Greenwood Village
Greenwood Village, which dates to the 1860s when settlers came looking for gold, is only 20 minutes southeast of Denver. It is one of the best places to live in Colorado. Living in Greenwood Village offers residents an urban-suburban mix feel, and most residents own their homes. In Greenwood Village, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch is always mentioned as one of Colorado's best suburbs and places to live in Denver because it offers its residents a rural feeling. It has lots of open trails and parks, including some dog parks. One of the things Highlands Ranch is well-known for is the extravagant Highlands Ranch Mansion. The historic mansion has been home to some of Denver's most notable families, including battle barons, oil tycoons, socialites, and political and business leaders.
Littleton
Located 10 miles south of Denver, Littleton may feel a bit like a utopia with its picturesque views. The city offers nearly 1,500 acres of parkland to explore cultural venues and historical sites. Our student accommodation is a 15-minute drive away from Littleton.
Ken Caryl
Ken Caryl is well-known for the suburb's peace of mind and serenity. Living in Ken Caryl offers its residents a sparse suburban feeling, making it one of the best places to live in Colorado. You can find everything in Ken Caryl; the suburb has many grocery stores, flower shops, hospitals, cafes, and restaurants.
Life in Denver
Denver is a good place to live for anyone looking to live in a diverse U.S. urban area without having to over-extend financially to afford a big city lifestyle. Denver attracts a talented and young crowd. The University of Denver has a vital and diverse undergraduate student population of approximately 5,867 (fall 2021), with a gender distribution of 45% male students and 55% female students. It has one of the largest campuses in the United States. Students are not obligated to live on campus and may choose to live on or off campus.
We can not forget Denver’s highly educated workforce. Many local universities provide the best education and guarantee quality teaching. This high concentration of academic activity adds to Denver’s vibrant, forward-thinking atmosphere.
Cost of Living in Denver
The total living cost in Denver consists of your housing rent, food, travel, books and supplies, health expenses, and personal expenses. The average cost of living in Denver for students is $3,150 per month. Living in Denver is more suitable for students studying at the University of Denver.
Transportation in Denver
The backbone of Denver’s public transportation has to be the RTD buses. They offer local routes serving cities like Boulder, Golden, Arvada, and Downtown Denver; Regional routes that can get you all the way up into the Rockies (and are reliable even during the snowy ski season); and Express routes that can get you from here to there in a blink of an eye. Altogether, there are 125 bus routes that drive over eight counties in Colorado. There’s also a Park-n-Ride in practically every town, where residents can park their cars and catch the bus to save on gas costs and avoid driving in traffic.
Attractions in Denver
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
The Denver Museum of Nature & Science is a municipal natural history and science museum in Denver, Colorado. It is a resource for informal science education in the Rocky Mountain region. It also has a movie theatre chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen.
Denver Botanic Garden
The Denver Botanic Garden is a public botanical garden located in the Cheesman Park neighbourhood of Denver, Colorado. The 23-acre park contains a conservatory, a variety of theme gardens, and a sunken amphitheatre, which hosts various concerts in the summer.
Denver Zoo
Denver Zoo is an 80-acre non-profit zoological garden located in the City Park of Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1896, it is operated by the Denver Zoological Foundation and funded partly by the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District in addition to ticket sales and private donations. Denver Zoo is home to a baby aye-aye, one of the rarest animals in the world.
Top Universities in Denver
University of Denver
The University of Denver is a private research university in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest independent private university in the Rocky Mountain Region of the United States. Casita has 2 accommodation options close to the university.
Regis University
Regis University is a private Jesuit university in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 1877 by the Society of Jesus, the university offers more than 120 degrees through 5 colleges in various subjects, including education, liberal arts, business, nursing, and technology. Our accommodation options are within walking distance to the university.
The University of Colorado at Boulder
The University of Colorado Boulder is a public research university in Boulder, Colorado. Founded in 1876, five months before Colorado became a state, it is the flagship university of the University of Colorado system. Casita’s accommodation options are all within walking distance of the campus.
Nearby Cities
Besides having facilities for student accommodation in Denver, Casita offers student accommodation in these USA cities as well: Centennial, Greenwood Village, Highlands Ranch, Littleton, Ken Caryl, Colorado Springs and Fort Collins.
