SLIFER DENVER REPORT / JUNE 2015 FEATURED LISTING
1590 LITTLE RAVEN ST / PENTHOUSE #1 / $3,795,000
This gorgeous Penthouse on the top floor of the much desired Riverfront Tower has over 4,000 square feet of beautiful finishes, stunning views and comfort. The Best Penthouse in Riverfront Park, maybe the best in the city. No detail overlooked. Two large outdoor spaces, one of them under the covered clock tower with views of Commons Park and the Continental Divide. Easy living on the plaza in Riverfront Park, steps to coffee shops and restaurants. Scott Leggett, Managing Broker SLEGGETT@SLIFERDENVER.COM
BROKER PROFILE: EVAN MILLER Best part about being a real estate broker: Helping my clients understand what their objectives are, and then executing upon them. What do you love most about your neighborhood, Platt Park: Walkability, proximity to parks, shops & restaurants, friends who live here, ease of access to surrounding Denver neighborhoods. What’s the insider on Platt Park’s hot real estate market: Call me. A Denver must for every local: Red Rocks Amphitheatre Time your alarm goes off: 5:15 am Sanitas Brewing “Sanitas Fest” | June 6-8th | Boulder | RSVP Sanitasbrewing.com Los Angeles at Colorado Rockies | June 3 | Denver TheBigWonderful | Saturdays (weekly all summer) Noon – 7:30pm | 26th & Lawrence – Denver Colordo Rapids vs. FC Dallas | June 19th | DIcks Sporting Goods Field The Denver Flea | June 27-28th | Coors Field
THE FIVE THINGS YOU HAVE TO DO THIS MONTH
THE ROUND-UP!
Best meal you’ve ever eaten: Pasta and Pizza at Flour + Water in San Francisco Truth or dare: Truth Super-power you’d want for a day X-ray vision Favorite sound: Cha-Ching First three things you do when you wake up: Phone. Coffee. Gym. Evan Miller, Broker Associate 303.601.1855 EMILLER@SLIFER.NET
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PLATT PARK Just South of downtown Denver lies the emerging Platt Park hood – a vibrant, charming hub that attracts young folks, families and locals with roots dating back to the 1920 bungalows. Our insider on where to eat and be social. We’ll let the magnetism of South Pearl Street take care of the rest. So what are you waiting for?
THE GREENWAY FOUNDATION 1855 S. PEARL STREET #40
PLAY LE CENTRAL PLAY
If you have experienced the South Platte River or played in Commons Park then you’ve already met this extraordinary non-profit organization. They have been making positive efforts throughout our beautiful city by enhancing recreational areas and creating educational programs and jobs for youth since the 1970’s. Are you an outdoor enthusiast? You most likely will be after you attend one of their summer events… Think After Party on the Historic 19th Street Bridge, an annual gala of celebration. Volunteer this summer!
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SHOP
OLD SOUTH PEARL FARMERS MARKET
OLD SOUTH PEARL STREET
This farmers market attracts folks all over the city every Sunday. Known for selling fresh roasted green chilies, artisan cheeses, and breads made from the notable Styria Bakery. Make it over to this hood on a Sunday afternoon, you will feel a sense of community and an energetic spirit that thrives here.
Old South Pearl Street is literally your one stop shop with a few prestigious eateries in between. This hood boasts unique, eclectic mom and pop shops each with their own story to tell. Need a new, bike head to Greentree Cyclery. The best florist in this district is the Ruffly Rose. Melrose and Madison for all the stylish women seeking a wardrobe with designer pieces from LA brands with an East Coast vibe. SOUTHPEARLSTREET.COM
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12OO TO THE 1900 BLOCKS
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STEAM ESPRESSO BAR 1801 S. PEARL STREET With garage doors in the detail, you can bet this modern craft-coffee spot will be your summer hangout. Order yourself a cortado (equal amounts of milk and espresso) and a handmade french pastry from Trompeau Bakery. If you’re lucky you can catch the live music on the patio. STEAMESPRESSOBAR.COM
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WINE
GAIA BISTRO
SUSHI DEN
551 S. PEARL STREET
A cottage house greets you with a garden flourishing with herbs and produce. The minute you walk in you feel like home. Homemade pastries of the day on the counter and if you glance back you will see a tiny kitchen where the chef is preparing the specials for the day. French press is a must for your afternoon brunch. The homemade savory crepes will entice you and there’s no leaving with out tasting the ciabatta french toast. This is what we call garden to table. GAIABISTRO.COM
1487 S. PEARL STREET Sushi Den is to Denver what the Ivy Restaurant on Robertson Blvd. is to locals in LA . Fish flown in from Tokyo daily, a vibrant social scene and valet that you don’t think twice about. The place to be seen on South Pearl Street. You’ll understand the hype once you’ve experienced one the most prestigious sushi destinations in the United States. Plan an early arrival to sip on a ginger sage cocktail and take in the local vibes. SUSHIDEN.NET
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KAOS PIZZERIA 1439 S. PEARL STREET
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Traditional old-school Naples recipes make this pizzeria unique. A go-to for residents of this hood and a must on every out- of- town guests to do list. Chill patio, a raving craft beer list on tap and service that will make you forget you even waited for a seat. A must? The wild mushroom pizza since the morel mushrooms have recently been harvested, handpicked by the owner and chef. KAOSPIZZERIA.COM
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SNAP Diving into the heartbeat of summer what a better local company to interview than a sustainable, chef inuenced eatery named Larkburger. This is our ďŹ rst sneak peek of our one-on-one interview with the co-founder and CEO, Adam Baker. The name stems from a mountain town, more on that later. Insider on Battery 621, the building where Larkburger headquarters calls home and a glimpse inside what inspired the well-designed space locals linger in. 10 Minutes with the Founder digital issue 007 will be live on June 16th at issuu.com/slifer-denver.