From Office Building to Modern Apartment Living: Inside Lofts on Monaco in DTC

Transformed exterior of Lofts on Monaco affordable apartments in Denver Tech Center

Your New Home in the Heart of Denver Tech Center

Are you tired of the long commute? Looking for a modern, sun-filled space that actually fits your budget? Welcome to Lofts on Monaco, Denver Tech Center’s newest and most innovative affordable apartment community developed by Shea Properties and managed by Shea Apartments.

Shea Properties has transformed a 124,000 square foot office building into 143 affordable apartment homes serving households earning 30% to 70% of the area's median income (AMI). By breathing new life into this structure with expansive glass, we are offering a living experience you won’t find anywhere else in the 80237 zip code.

Denver's First Developer-Driven Residential Adaptive Reuse

Until now, Denver-area adaptive reuse residental projects have been led by government agencies and public housing authorities. However, Lofts on Monaco is breaking new ground as Denver's first private-sector adaptive reuse residental project, led by Shea Properties. This first in the market offers several advantages to future residents.

High End Design and Market-Rate Aesthetics

Private developers like Shea Properties also build luxury, market-rate communities. We bring that same eye for design, high-quality finishes, and modern aesthetics to our adaptive reuse projects. At Lofts on Monaco, you’re getting an affordable apartment home that looks and feels like a premium loft, featuring the same designer fixtures and thoughtful floor plans found in the city’s top-tier developments.

"Lofts on Monaco is a blueprint for the future of urban evolution in Denver. By choosing the path of adaptive reuse, we’ve taken a dormant, single-use office structure and transformed it into a modern residential community that bridges the gap between where people work and where they can afford to live. This project proves that with the right vision, we can preserve the character of our built environment while meeting the urgent needs of our workforce. When we opened the doors of Lofts on Monaco, we opened doors to opportunity, connectivity, and a high quality of life for our residents."

Peter Culshaw, Executive Vice President of Shea Properties

Innovation In Amenities

Private developers are constantly competing to attract residents, which drives them to be more creative with their amenity packages. From the outdoor social spaces to the secure bike storage, these sought-after amenities are designed to enhance your daily life and foster a true sense of community – standard perks in the private sector that are available to you at Lofts on Monaco affordable apartments.  

Professional, On-site Management

At Lofts on Monaco, our commitment to the building's long-term quality directly benefits our residents. We pride ourselves on offering responsive, hands-on customer service backed by a professional, on-site management team. From proactive community maintenance to the convenience of our online resident portal, we strive to provide a living experience that is smooth, reliable, and elevated.

Why Adaptive Reuse Means a Better Apartment for You

Because Lofts on Monaco began its life as a professional office building, our floor plans aren't your typical cookie-cutter apartments. Residents will enjoy:

  • Nearly Floor-to-Ceiling Windows: Massive glass walls that were once part of executive suites now provide stunning, unobstructed views of the Front Range and the DTC skyline, with true floor-to-ceiling windows on the first level.
  • Soaring Ceilings: Enjoy the airy, open feel of high ceilings that make even our cozy studios feel like urban lofts.
  • Unmatched Variety: Whether you are looking for a place of your own or to grow with your family, we have a space for you. We offer a rare range of floor plans from studios all the way up to 4-bedroom apartments.
 
An architectural drawing of one of the distinctive floor plans at Lofts on Monaco Apartments in Denver Tech Center, Colorado
One of the many distinctive and versatile floor plans offered at Lofts On Monaco Apartments.
 
An architectural drawing of one of the distinctive model units at Lofts on Monaco Apartments in Denver Tech Center, Colorado
Breathtaking views of the Front Range through large windows in one of apartment homes at Lofts on Monaco.

Amenities Designed for Your Lifestyle

We’ve swapped out the office spaces for community features designed to help you relax and recharge:

  • Remote Work Ready: Skip the coffee shop. Our residents-only coworking space features free high-speed internet and private work pods.
  • Clubhouse Lounge: Join a resident event or gather for a watch party where there's lots of comfortable seating and room to be social.
  • Active Play Room: Perfect for our younger residents, this lounge is great for tabletop games, small group activities, and endless hours of fun.
  • Outdoor Social Areas: Take in the sunset by the fire pit, relax in the outdoor spa (coming soon), or host a summer cookout at our grilling stations.
  • Wellness & Pets: Stay active in our 24-hour fitness center and pamper your four-legged roommates at our on-site pet spa.
  • Bikes & Transit: We offer secure indoor bike storage and a limited-time Neighborhood EcoPass, which provides free rides on RTD light rail and buses.
 
A rendering of the community clubhouse with TV, lounge seating, and co-work spaces at Lofts on Monaco Apartments in Denver Tech Center, Colorado
The resident lounge at Lofts on Monaco Apartments offers a versatile community space for remote work and social connection.

Connectivity is Everything

Location is the ultimate amenity. At Lofts on Monaco, you are:

  • Walking distance to the Belleview Light Rail Station
  • Just blocks away from jumping on I-25
  • Minutes away from the shops and dining at Belleview Station and The Landmark
  • Perfectly positioned for a zero-commute lifestyle if you work in the Denver Tech Center
  • Close to local schools, parks, grocery stores and more

Enhanced Resident Programs

To truly understand the value of Lofts on Monaco, it's important to look beyond the architecture. While the physical transformation of an office building is impressive, the heartbeat of this community lies in its commitment to the people inside. Shea Apartments has partnered with a talented resident services team to create free community programs focused on wellness, personal development, and connection. 

By integrating wellness programming directly into the community, Lofts on Monaco goes beyond offering amenities like a fitness center and clubhouse; this is place to live where overall health, stress reduction, financial literacy, and personal skill-building are part of the design for everyday life.

Empowerment Through Personal Development

Living at a community with a resident services team focused on personal development is a game-changer for everyone who lives at Lofts on Monaco. Programs are designed to meet residents where they are, offering workshops that might include:

  • Financial Wellness & Education: Guidance on budgeting, credit building, or navigating financial challenges.
  • Professional Growth: Resume-building workshops or local networking events tailored to the Denver Tech Center's thriving job market.
  • Skill-Building: From music classes to digital literacy, these initiatives empower residents to gain new tools for their personal and professional lives.
 
The seating area in the lobby and leasing office of Lofts on Monaco Apartments in Denver Tech Center, Colorado
The community at Lofts On Monaco Apartments is supported by on-site management and professional resident services teams.

Affordable Living in a Premium District

Lofts on Monaco Apartments is a workforce housing community. All 143 units are income-restricted (catering to those in the 30% to 70% AMI range), ensuring that the people who keep the Denver metro area running can afford to live in the heart of the Denver Tech Center.

Now Open

Interested in living commute-free in the DTC? Because of our unique layouts and affordable pricing, we expect these units to lease quickly. 

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