Our Mile-High City is blessed with amazing mountain views, glistening urban skylines, and plenty of open lush greenery. Many of Denver’s luxury apartments yield breathtaking views from gigantic picture windows. If you desire unmatched views of the Rocky Mountains, paintbrush sunsets, or a bird’s eye perspective of your fellow Denverites, each of the apartment buildings below offer some of the best views in Denver.
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Apartment Buildings in Denver with Spectacular Views
The Confluence
Neighborhood: Riverfront Park
Address: 1441 Little Raven St.
The Confluence boasts a 35-story apartment building in the heart of downtown that yields gorgeous views of snow-capped peaks. On crystal clear mornings, residents may even be able to spot Mt. Evans in the distance. From certain units, you can watch the Platte River flow by as dogs splash around in its waters.
There’s really no bad view in this high-end apartment building. Watch Elitch Gardens light up as the sun sets in the west. Soak in the Instagram-friendly infinity pool that overlooks Confluence Park, or hang out with friends in one of the pool-side cabanas.
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1000 Speer
Neighborhood: Golden Triangle
Address: 1000 Speer Blvd.
Situated in the Golden Triangle, 1000 Speer recently won the Kingsley Excellence award for resident satisfaction. As a resident of this high-end luxury apartment building, you’ll enjoy some of the best views in the city, including panoramas of the mountains. Take in a bit of Denver history showcased by the beautiful, historic high school right out front that perfectly blends old and new.
The best views are from the building’s floor-to-ceiling windows in the west-facing units and from the community pool. Spend the summer sipping delicious craft brews, soaking in the summer sun while gazing out at the horizon. In the fall, switch out that cold beer for a hot toddy and watch the leaves change in the park below.
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Acoma
Neighborhood: Golden Triangle
Address: 816 Acoma St.
If hanging with friends outdoors is your M.O., then Acoma is the ideal apartment for you. Its outdoor fire pit and community pool deck offer sweeping views of some of Denver’s most iconic buildings. What’s better than a rooftop happy hour in the heart of Denver? Not much, friends!
Behold the most superb mountain and sunset views from the west-facing units, but there really is no bad apartment at Acoma. Enjoy sparkling city lights and mother nature’s fireworks, all in one place.
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Parq on Speer
Neighborhood: Golden Triangle
Address: 909 Bannock St.
Right next to 1000 Speer and sharing a similar view, Parq on Speer also has unbeatable views of Denver’s past and present. You won’t need to worry about obstructed views because Parq looks West over Sunken Gardens Park. Watch bikers zoom past on Cherry Creek Trail, or see the mountains turn from gold to pink to lavender as the sun dips below the horizon.
Although Parq on Speer is only seconds from the heart of downtown, you won’t spy rooftops below, parking garage decks, or even other high-rises from this building’s open-air community deck — just Colorado’s natural beauty.
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Country Club Towers II & III
Neighborhood: Speer
Address: 1101 E Bayaud Ave.
As the only high-rise in the neighborhood, residents of Towers II and III get almost completely unobstructed views of South Denver, Golden’s foothills, and the downtown skyline. Each unit offers its own breathtaking view of the surrounding greenery backed by the Rocky Mountains.
This luxury apartment offers a sprawling amenity floor that also provides astounding views and a bar just for residents. Spy the historic neighborhood of Cap Hill, the rolling green hills, and the winding streets that make up our amazing city.
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1600 Glenarm Place
Neighborhood: Central Business District
Address: 1600 Glenarm Pl.
This downtown apartment offers residents a unique perspective of the city from its corner units and amenity floor. The open-air communal space of 1600 Glenarm overlooks the 16th Street Mall, so residents can be right up next to the downtown action without having to enter the hustle and bustle.
1600 Glenarm offers unique amenities, including valet parking, room service, and in-home massage therapists.
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The Henry
Neighborhood: Washington Park
Address: 201 E Mississippi Ave.
Located in the south part of town, this apartment building provides expansive views of downtown Denver and panoramic mountain views. The rooftop is the best place to see all that our Mile High City has to offer.
Because The Henry is located south of downtown and away from other high-rises, residents can enjoy completely unobstructed views. It’s conveniently located near a Light Rail stop, so residents simultaneously gain convenient access to urban amenities, and the peace of living on the outskirts of city life.
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AMLI Riverfront Green
Neighborhood: Riverfront Park
Address: 1750 Little Raven St.
If you’re searching for the ultimate downtown experience without sacrificing luxury, head over to AMLI Riverfront Green. This AMLI complex gives residents a view from its roof deck that faces Commons Park, the Platte River, and the neighborhoods of Lower Highlands.
This centrally located apartment gives residents direct access to plenty of trails and parks along the river. Depending on your unit, you may get views of the mountains, Confluence Park, or Denver’s naturally green spaces.
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Westend
Neighborhood: LoHi
Address: 3500 Rockmont Dr.
Westend makes our list because it will have unobstructed views for the foreseeable future. Its prime location surrounded by parks ensures that no new construction projects will crop up to block views anytime soon. See the mountains and skyline from the expertly designed common areas.
Outdoor amenities that feature impressive fire pits, an outdoor kitchen, and rooftop pool provide ample opportunity for soaking in the views in this pet-friendly community.
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Element 47
Neighborhood: Jefferson Park
Address: 2180 N Bryant St.
Spot Elitch Gardens, one of Denver’s most unique features, from Element 47’s pool deck. Its blend of old-world coasters and modern thrill rides is a thing of beauty, not to mention the summertime fireworks shows that Element 47 residents can watch for free, right from the comfort of their own homes.
Skyline city views extend indoors as well throughout the gym and common areas, and even into the apartment units themselves.
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Find the Best View With Zero Stress
Denver is home to incredible views, so you definitely want to ensure you find an apartment with a field of vision you can’t keep your eyes off of. With online apartment hunting, it can be difficult to know exactly where to find the best apartment views in Denver, which is why AptAmigo exists. We know every building and unit in town, and we can help direct you to the apartment and view that is perfect for you, just reach out to us below.
* The original version of this article was first published on March 12, 2021.
Abigail is a freelance writer who loves exploring new places - especially in the southwest - and moved into her van full time last fall. When she's not working on writing gigs to support her #vanlife endeavors, she loves packrafting alpine lakes, floating lazy rivers, and trail running.
