West End

 

Located just above Aspen’s Main Street, the West End encompasses a fourteen-block by six-block area of town, packed with beautiful luxury homes. This exclusively residential area includes stunning and historic single-family homes as well as high-end condos.

The West End is particularly well-known for its multitude of classic Victorians, built by wealthy silver barons who moved to town in the late 1800s. These Victorian homes truly stand the test of time; protected by the Aspen Historic Preservation Committee, they have been beautifully restored and sell well into the millions. For an upgraded home in the West End, buyers can expect to pay around $11 million.

 

What to Love

• Beautiful historic homes along tree-lined streets
• Small-town community atmosphere
• Major ski culture
• Close to downtown Aspen conveniences

People & Lifestyle

Aspen’s picturesque West End neighborhood attracts young professionals and families looking to live close to all the excitement Aspen has to offer, but don’t want to sacrifice living in a comfortable residential area. Here, you can stroll along tree-lined streets, meet your neighbors, and walk or bike to a variety of shops, restaurants, and theaters. If you’re seeking peace and quiet close to some incredible amenities, you can’t get much better than the West End!

 

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment

West End residents love living just a short walk away from some of Aspen’s most amazing shops, restaurants, and entertainment opportunities. Catch a show at the Benedict Music Tent for a lovely evening of live classical music; the festival season occurs during the summertime, allowing music lovers to kick back and relax on a warm Aspen evening. Another popular music venue is the Harris Concert Hall, an indoor facility perfect for taking in a fantastic show.

If you’re looking to enjoy a delicious meal with family and friends before the show, be sure to stop by Plato’s, where sustainable and locally sourced ingredients can be enjoyed with vistas of Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk Mountain.
For a casual lunch or dinner, Hickory House Ribs is a short walk for West End Residents craving barbeque and home-style cooking.

 

Things to Do

West End is the place to be if outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, camping, and skiing are your thing.

Want to exercise your mind and enjoy some educational programming? The Aspen Institute offers renowned programs on topics ranging from climate change to interpersonal connection to modern standards of beauty. These guided conversations take place in the summer during two scheduled Festivals.

If you’re a lover of classical music, the Aspen Music Festival and School host eight weeks of summer events, lectures, master classes, operas, and children’s programs to cater to the artist in you. Take your toddlers to Triangle Park, where there is a playground built just for them, and you enjoy a leisurely day with your loved ones. For different hiking trail options for various skill levels that are both dog and horse-friendly, be sure to check out Rio Grande Trail.