Clara Brown Commons

Affordable Housing—And Much More!

Community-focused, supportive, truly affordable homes

Clara Brown Commons (CBC) is a beautiful, brand new housing community with 61 apartments (1, 2, and 3 bedrooms), all renting at truly affordable, below-market rates. CBC is located in northeast Denver’s Cole neighborhood, also known as The Eastside, at 3701 York Street. Beyond affordability, we all long for the experience of being at home—living and belonging in a safe place that feels welcoming, supportive, and connected. A shared sense of home is what sets Clara Brown Commons apart.

Welcoming

Each of us has gifts to bring—to care for others and break down barriers. CBC welcomes residents into a community where neighbors become friends and family. Comfy, inviting gathering spaces can be found on every floor. A place to belong.

Connecting

CBC is ideally located for resources, transit, school, and activities. Our robust web of friendships through the Cole neighborhood and partnerships across the city will link residents to resources and networks. A gateway to opportunity.

Supporting

ALL our homes are permanently affordable for people whose income is below the Area Median Income (AMI). On-site staff support engages residents and neighbors in cultivating vibrant community life every day. A place to thrive.

Distinctive Amenities

Community

Community kitchen, indoor/outdoor dining and gathering spaces, cultural and recreation events

Advocacy

Adult education and employment support, resource connections including legal consultation

Youth

Tutoring, mentoring, enrichment activities, playground, children’s corner

Wellness

Garden, food co-op, fitness room, chapel, connections for counseling and mental health classes

Neighborhood

Transit connections, partnerships with local schools, a park across the street, health center across the street, greenway nearby

Sustainability

Solar system, recycling, and other environmentally-friendly initiatives for residents

Please Join Us In Making All This Possible

Looking for Housing?

The apartments and property at Clara Brown Commons are managed by Ross-Envolve. For information about availability and rents, or to apply for an apartment, please contact Ross-Envolve.

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Who Was Clara Brown?

”Aunt Clara” Brown was a Colorado pioneer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who understood that we are all connected to one another like branches on a vine: what happens to any one of us matters to all of us.

The CBC Story

In 2004 we began conspiring with neighbors about a neglected block that attracted crime and extremes of violence for nearly a generation. We prayed (a lot) and imagined what could happen, if only….