If Wash Park had a slightly quieter, more tucked-in sibling… it would be Cory-Merrill.
This pocket just south of Wash Park has always had a loyal following — and lately, it feels like more people are finally paying attention. Between top-ranked neighborhood schools, quick access to I-25, and that rare “you actually know your neighbors” energy, Cory-Merrill hits a very specific sweet spot in Denver real estate.
And yes… the market here reflects that.
Why People Stay (And Why Buyers Watch It Closely)
Cory-Merrill is anchored by Cory Elementary and Cory Middle School, two Denver Public Schools that consistently draw families who care deeply about school alignment and long-term roots.
But it’s not just about schools.
It’s:
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The bike ride to Wash Park
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The quick hop to I-25 for commuters
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The Friday afternoon stop at Bonnie Brae Ice Cream (a personal weekly ritual with Rory 🍦)
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The dive-bar-done-right charm of Campus Lounge
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The “Main Street” energy of Old South Gaylord — restaurants, small shops, community events
And then there’s the part that doesn’t show up on Zillow:
The mom groups.
The neighborhood gatherings.
The sense that people are actually invested in the community.
That kind of social infrastructure quietly drives real estate value.
The Cory-Merrill Market Pulse
Cory-Merrill is not entry-level Denver anymore. It’s evolved.
Recent data shows:
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Median sale prices well into the $1.7M range
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Increased transaction activity year-over-year
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Longer average days on market compared to peak frenzy years
What that tells me?
This is a high-value, high-expectation market. Buyers here are discerning. Sellers need strong positioning. And new construction continues to reshape the streetscape.
You’ll see:
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Original mid-century homes
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Charming bungalows
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Pop-tops
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Fully custom corner-lot builds
It’s a true mix — and that mix is part of its charm.
What’s Active Right Now (And Why It’s Interesting)
One of the reasons I love spotlighting Cory-Merrill is because the inventory shows just how layered this neighborhood is.
✨ 1295 S Garfield Street — $3,350,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker
This one is essentially a brand-new build on a corner lot. Clean lines. Modern scale. High-end finishes. It represents where Cory-Merrill has evolved — luxury new construction that rivals Cherry Creek pricing, but with more neighborhood feel.
🏡 1395 S St. Paul Street — $2,795,000
Listed by Compass
Another gorgeous newer build, showing that buyers are willing to invest heavily in this pocket. These homes are big, bright, and designed for modern living — open layouts, high ceilings, thoughtful outdoor spaces.
This is the “new Cory-Merrill” look.
🌿 1518 S Garfield Street — $1,045,000
Listed by RealGroup, LLC
Charming. Approachable. The kind of home that reminds you what the neighborhood originally felt like. This is where renovation-minded buyers often see opportunity — live in it, elevate it, love it.
🏠 1755 S Garfield Street — $750,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker
Yes — you can still find a quaint bungalow tucked into the mix. These are increasingly rare at this price point in this neighborhood, which makes them especially interesting for long-term upside.
The Big Picture
Cory-Merrill sits in this beautiful in-between space:
It’s close to everything.
It feels connected.
It has real schools.
It has real community.
And yet it still feels residential and calm.
From a real estate standpoint, it’s a neighborhood that:
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Holds value well
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Attracts long-term homeowners
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Continues to see thoughtful new development
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Appeals to both renovation buyers and luxury buyers
That diversity is powerful.
A Little Local Love
If you really want to understand Cory-Merrill, go sit at Campus Lounge for an hour. Or take your kids to Bonnie Brae Ice Cream on a Friday afternoon and watch how many neighbors run into each other.
Real estate value is built on lifestyle.
And Cory-Merrill has lifestyle dialed.
If you live in Cory-Merrill and have been quietly wondering what your home might be worth in today’s market — especially with all the new construction influencing pricing — let’s run the numbers.
And if you’ve been watching this pocket from afar, I’m always happy to break down what’s actually trading here versus what’s just sitting.
Because Denver isn’t one market.
And Cory-Merrill? It’s its own little ecosystem.
