Another crazy year for the Denver real estate market is in the books. As of early December, when the Denver Metro Association of REALTORS released its December “Denver Metro Real Estate Market Trends Report,” 2017 was on pace to break last year’s record for the number of homes sold in metro Denver. In the luxury market, 135 homes sold for $1 million or more in November, up 22.73 percent year over year. A record 10.47 percent of those sales were condos, which have never surpassed 8 percent of the luxury market—until now.

So just what do you get for $1 million in Denver these days? According to Devon Richardson, associate broker at Kentwood City Properties, buyers in central Denver can expect a good location and luxury finishes. “For a million dollars, families are looking for big lots, open floor plans, and high-end kitchens,” Richardson says. “In the condo market, buyers want spectacular views—and again—those high-end finishes.”

Here, four for-sale properties demonstrate what you can expect if you’ve got $1 million to spend. And if you don’t, well, it costs nothing to look.

wabash exterior
At 5462 Wabash Street in Stapleton, $960,000 buys 4,586 square feet of luxurious modern finishes. Photo courtesy of Liv Sotheby’s International Realty
wabash stairway
Bold, botanical-print wallpaper makes a statement on the staircase wall
wabash living
The main floor’s open floor plan includes this bright living space
wabash kitchen
The sleek kitchen features a spacious island and on-trend open shelving
wabash bath
A retro tile floor contrasts with the master bathroom’s clean-lined cabinetry
wabash great room
A cool color palette and warm wood floors unify the kitchen, dining, and living rooms

5462 Wabash Street
Listing Price: $960,000
Neighborhood: Stapleton
Size: 4,586 square feet; six bedrooms, four bathrooms
What we love: This Parkwood model looks traditional from the outside, but inside, modern design details—a Sputnik-inspired chandelier in the living room, a sleek and spacious kitchen—offer an unexpected surprise. Other extras: a large finished basement and big backyard, intricate tile work, and plantation shutters throughout.
Listing agent: Scott Peterson, Liv Sotheby’s International Realty

lincoln balcony
This remodeled unit at 2001 Lincoln Street offers views of downtown and the Front Range from its private balconies. All photos courtesy of Kentwood City Properties
lincoln master
A large master suite opens onto its own balcony
lincoln kitchen
The remodeled kitchen features an island with waterfall countertop, custom cabinetry, and Thermador appliances
lincoln great room
An open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling glass walls create a feeling of spaciousness
lincoln living
The open living area extends onto a private balcony
lincoln bath
The five-piece master bath is finished with custom cabinetry and elegant tile

2001 Lincoln St., #2122
Listing Price: $1,250,000
Neighborhood: One Lincoln Park, downtown Denver
Size: 2,629 square feet; two bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
What we love: Spectacular views and a prime downtown location. The unit has been completely remodeled with modern finishes, custom kitchen cabinetry, a five-piece master bath, and floor-to-ceiling windows, but the real draw is the outdoor living space: two large, private balconies, one off the master bedroom and the other adjacent to the living room.
Listing agent: Devon Richardson, Kentwood City Properties

hayward exterior
At 3346 W. Hayward Place in the Highland, $1,049,000 buys more than 3,000 square feet of new construction in a coveted historic district. All photos courtesy of Liv Sotheby’s International Realty
hayward dining
Sleek steel railings make a modern statement
hayward kitchen
Streamlined kitchen finishes include modern European cabinetry, quartz countertops, and light, wide-plank hardwood floors
hayward living
A two-sided fireplace brings a bit of the outdoors into the living room
hayward bath
The master bathroom features a custom shower, double vanity, and large soaking tub
hayward patio
A built-in fireplace is the focal point of a large rear patio

3346 W. Hayward Place
Listing price: $1,049,000
Location: Highland
Size: 3,340 square feet; four bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
What we love: The combination of new construction and a location on a tree-lined street in Highland’s Allen M. Ghost Historic District. Inside, there’s a Caséta Wireless smart-home system by Lutron, a cool steel staircase, a spa-like master bath, and a modern kitchen outfitted with European cabinetry, quartz countertops, and an oversized island.
Listing agent: Rachel Gallegos, Liv Sotheby’s International Realty

monroe exterior
This 2,082-square-foot unit at 333 S. Monroe Street offers a prime location that’s walking distance to Cherry Creek’s shops and restaurants, and just across the street from the bike path. All photos courtesy Kentwood Cherry Creek
monroe kitchen
The gourmet kitchen offers elegant cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, and a long island with waterfall-style granite countertop
monroe dining
Luxurious finishes include Brazilian cherry floors
monroe living
The open floor plan combines living, dining, and cooking areas in one light-filled space
monroe master
The private master suite includes a walk-in closet and five-piece bathroom

333 S. Monroe St., #308
Listing Price: $999,000
Size: 2,082 square feet; 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
What we love: This Cherry Creek location is close to the bike path and downtown, and an open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows make the two-bedroom unit feel much larger than its 2,000 square feet. Luxe touches include Brazilian cherry floors, custom wallcoverings, and a walk-in closet with a high-quality, built-in storage system.
Listing agent: Julie Winger, Kentwood Cherry Creek