If downtown living in Denver near Colorado University-Denver (CU-Denver) is what you're looking for, search no further than the following student apartment communities.

The Apartments at Denver Place -- The Apartments at Denver Place are among Denver's largest apartment homes, featuring hardwood floors and granite countertops in select apartments, walk-in closets, on-site laundry and stunning city and mountain views. Choose from 1-2 bedroom and 1-2 bathroom units. The complex is walking distance to Union Station and 16th Street Mall and located just steps from Coors Field. Amenities include a fitness center, concierge service, and more. Pets allowed.

AMLI Riverfront Park -- AMLI Riverfront Park is ideally located at the intersection of 19th Street and Little Raven Street in the Riverfront Park neighborhood of downtown Denver, adjacent to Commons Park, with countless shops, restaurants, and entertainment just steps away. Amenities include a resort-style pool with sundeck and private courtyard, state-of-the-art fitness center, expansive resident lounge and clubroom with business center, cyber cafe, rooftop deck with outdoor fireplace and grill, resident bicycle repair room and ample bicycle storage, paw wash and pet spa, and covered garage parking. Both 1 and 2 bedroom and 1 and 2 bathroom floor plans are available featuring fully equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances, elegant granite counter tops, wood style flooring, ceiling fans in living rooms and master bedrooms, washers and dryers, spacious walk-in closets, park, mountain and skyline views, and private patios or balconies. Pets allowed.

The Verve -- This urban living community is located in the heart of downtown Denver. Verve offers Denver's finest dining, tasteful nightlife, engaging art, outdoor activities and world-class sports venues, all within walking distance. Multiple apartment layouts offered with a choice of 1-2 bedrooms and 1-2 bathrooms units. Amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, garage parking, residents lounge, and outdoor space. Dogs allowed.

The Confluence -- The Confluence is a luxuriously modern tower rising 35 dramatic stories above the site where Denver was founded. With an unequaled location, adjacent to Confluence Park at the convergence of Cherry Creek and the South Platte River, it's an easy walk to Denver's exciting LoDo District, the Golden Triangle, Coors Field, the Pepsi Center and Mile High Stadium. You'll encounter thoughtfully designed details throughout every square foot of your apartment, with 1-3 bedrooms and 1-3.5 bathrooms units available. Amenities include a swimming pool, garage parking, outdoor space, and more. Pets allowed.

The Casey -- This premier community located in Denver's dynamic Union Station North neighborhood offers luxury with an eclectic modern style in an energized urban area. The Casey offers 1-2 bedroom and 1-2 bathrooms units with spacious floor plans boasting dramatic 9- and 12-foot ceilings, large windows and luxury finishes. Perks and amenities include a year-round pool with an indoor/outdoor cabana, fitness center, fireplace and grills, gated dog run, and a rooftop deck with unmatched views of Coors Field, Downtown Denver, and the Rocky Mountains. Pets allowed.

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