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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern finishes
  • Vibrant urban lifestyle

Location

960 N Grant St, Denver, CO 80203, USA|Capitol Hill
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Management

RedPeak

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Leasing office

(720) 615-9092

Open 

Monday 10:00 am–6:00 pm MT

Property Overview

The Novelist offers a vibrant urban lifestyle with modern finishes and an exceptional overall rating of 9.3/10, including top scores for amenities, location, and quality, plus strong trustworthiness. It balances competitive pricing with premier on-site features like a fitness center and pool, and is surrounded by extensive dining, entertainment, grocery, wellness, and mixed-use options, making it especially appealing for social life and fitness-focused living.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
The Novelist is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elevator
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

Plan S3 - EfficiencyStudio1 bath314 sqft$756–$1,622 /mo5 units available
Plan S2 - EfficiencyStudio1 bath259 sqft$946–$1,588 /mo3 units available
Plan S1 - StudioStudio1 bath389 sqft$1,104–$1,701 /mo2 units available
Plan S4 - StudioStudio1 bath391 sqft$1,146–$1,797 /mo2 units available
Plan A1 - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath523 sqft$1,205–$1,951 /mo2 units available
Plan A2 - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath614 sqft$1,282–$2,099 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for The Novelist

Apartment Amenities

CarpetCeiling Fan
Elevator AccessVinyl Flooring
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building

24 Hour Fitness CenterBusiness Center
Cardio Fitness CenterCats OK
Controlled AccessControlled Access Building
Controlled Access GatesDogs OK
ElevatorExecutive Business Center
Fitness CenterFully Equipped Business Center
Historic BuildingNewly Renovated Fitness Center
Onsite LaundryResident Business Center
State Of the Art 24 Hour Fitness CenterState of the Art Fitness Center
Swimming Pool and Spa

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBarbecue/Picnic Area
Beautiful Swimming PoolBike Racks
Controlled Access GateControlled Access Parking
Garage ParkingGate
Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Resort Style Swimming PoolSparkling Swimming Pool
Swimming PoolSwimming Pools
Two Resort Style Swimming Pools

Services

Controlled Access EntryPackage Service

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

Short Term Lease
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Application fee is $33 per applicant (any applicant 18 years and older), due at time of application.

$33

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Varies by bedroom type & may change based on screening results, but total will not exceed legal max.

$300–$450

Water Billing

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Variable | Water Billing.

Usage Based

Sewer Billing

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Variable | Sewer Billing.

Usage Based

Gas Billing

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Variable | Gas Billing.

Usage Based

Trash Billing

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Variable | Trash Billing.

Usage Based

Electric Billing

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Variable | Electric Billing.

Usage Based

Utility Billing Admin Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Utility Billing Admin Fee.

$5.75

Administration Fee

One-time. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Administration fee.

$300

OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Lot

Garage Parking.

Surface Lot

Uncovered Parking.

Uncovered Parking

Uncovered Parking

Monthly. 2 uncovered parkings max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Uncovered Parking.

$125

Garage Parking

Garage Parking

Monthly. 2 garage parkings max. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. Garage Parking.

$150

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Pet Deposit

Pet Deposit

2 pet deposits max. Refund Policy: Refundable. One-time refundable deposit collected at move-in to cover potential pet-related damages.

$300

Monthly Pet Fee

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable. $35 is charged monthly per household, limit 2 pets per household.

$35

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

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About The Novelist

HomeApartments in DenverCapitol Hill The Novelist

Set among the artistic legends of Denver’s Capitol Hill, The Novelist brings the creativity and character of our neighborhood—with all its music, art, and poetry—right to your front door. Write the next chapter of your life from our Cap Hill apartments that combine a vibrant, urban lifestyle with the comfort and convenience of home. With gorgeous vintage charm, natural light, and convenient modern finishes, our apartments are a blank page in the story of your life. What will it be – a quirky romance, a base camp for outdoor adventure, or the setting for your next artistic creation? RedPeak has over 50 communities in the Denver area. Visit RedPeak. com to find your place. License Number: 2023-BFN-0003861 Inspection Date: 11/9/2022. *Total Monthly Price includes base rent, all mandatory monthly fees and any user-selected optional fees. Excludes variable or usage-based fees and unknown charges due at or prior to move-in or move-out. A copy of the lease is available before applying.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
9.3
/10
Excellent
The Novelist is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Amenities and Location, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Novelist
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, The Novelist is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Capitol Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Novelist stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Novelist offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
The Novelist has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Novelist.
Trustworthiness·9A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Novelist has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The Novelist is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • On-site pool or spa
  • 48 health/wellness centers nearby
  • There are 22 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools
  • 361 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 141 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 629 mixed-use spaces nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Novelist compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Capitol Hill

Studio apartments at The Novelist cost about 1% less than the average rent price for studios in Capitol Hill.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 3% lower than 1-bedrooms in Capitol Hill.

Median rents as of May 23 2026.
Capitol Hill
Denver
A table of studio rental data trends in Denver
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,535
July 2024$1,520
August 2024$1,513
September 2024$1,466
October 2024$1,441
November 2024$1,415
December 2024$1,449
January 2025$1,453
February 2025$1,424
March 2025$1,394
April 2025$1,388
May 2025$1,400
June 2025$1,393
July 2025$1,377
August 2025$1,369
September 2025$1,352
October 2025$1,364
November 2025$1,367
December 2025$1,338
January 2026$1,310
February 2026$1,306
March 2026$1,362
April 2026$1,356
May 2026$1,342
A table of studio rental data trends in Capitol Hill
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,127
July 2024$1,126
August 2024$1,132
September 2024$1,118
October 2024$1,089
November 2024$1,060
December 2024$1,107
January 2025$1,093
February 2025$1,002
March 2025$1,019
April 2025$1,038
May 2025$1,137
June 2025$1,165
July 2025$1,260
August 2025$1,078
September 2025$1,001
October 2025$995
November 2025$966
December 2025$940
January 2026$985
February 2026$982
March 2026$966
April 2026$939
May 2026$972

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,000 annually to afford this studio median monthly rent price of $1,025.
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Schools near The Novelist

Dora Moore School

846 corona st

denver, CO, 80218

PK, K-5Public
B-

Polaris Elementary School

410 park ave west

denver, CO, 80205

1-5Public
A-

Stephen Knight Center for Early Education

3245 east exposition ave

denver, CO, 80209

PK, KPublic
B

Valdez Elementary School

2525 west 29th ave

denver, CO, 80211

PK, K-5Public
A-

Bryant Webster Dual Language ECE-8 School

3635 quivas st

denver, CO, 80211

PK, K-8Public
C+
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Getting around Denver near 960 N Grant St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 960 N Grant St, Denver

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

8/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

7/10
Several cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk

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