Welcome to The South Broadway Mile
The South Broadway Mile, located in downtown Englewood between Yale and Hampden Avenues is a destination known for its unique, iconic businesses located along one mile of retail, restaurant and entertainment. From the Bonnie Brae Hobby Shop to Orr’s Trading Company to Acoustic Musical Revival, these businesses have been serving generations of customers in the Denver-metro area. Dining, live music, apparel, art and neighborhood amenities are among the offerings guests will experience on the South Broadway Mile.
Today the South Broadway Mile is seeing a new immergence not only as the location for some of the Denver area’s best specialty shops and entertainment--but also as a regional destination for new independently owned retail and dining businesses.
About the South Broadway Englewood BID
Established as a center of commerce in the 1800’s, the South Broadway Mile is managed by the South Broadway Englewood Business Improvement District (BID). The BID was established in 2007 to serve as the business support, marketing and advocacy group for the area. A quasi-governmental entity, the South Broadway Englewood BID supports businesses and property owners within the district boundaries--including the commercial properties facing South Broadway between Yale and Hampden. The BID was formed through a special assessment to fund programming overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors responsible for a variety of services including:
>>Marketing
- Website with free business listing/link to business site and inclusion of available properties in the area, event listings and promotions
- Directory brochure including a map, area information and listings of all businesses within the South Broadway Englewood BID district. The next version of the Directory will be available in early April 2011
- Inclusion of events and promotions in the quarterly newsletter
- Hosting annual workshops highlighting speakers or programs to support local businesses
>>Ambiance
- Production and installation of banner signage signifying area boundaries
- Maintenance of the area outdoor art program including sculptures and outdoor spaces for community gathering
- Cosmetic improvements and maintenance including sidewalk cleaning, trash removal and, as necessary, graffiti removal
- Business watch program and enhanced safety in partnership with City of Englewood Police
>>Advocacy
- Communicate updates and area of need with City of Englewood officials, City Council and staff to build climate for business attraction and retention
- Development of the South Broadway Mile real estate packet to support available listings on thesouthboradwaymile.com and attract complementary businesses to the area.
Area Statistics/Demographics:
>>Retail:
1.1 million square feet of commercial land
About 440,000 square feet of first floor retail/commercial space (current occupancy rate: xx)
Annual sales tax revenue of $xxx to the City of Englewood
150+ businesses
>>Demographics:
Median Age: 36.2 (Englewood) 33.8 (Metro Denver)
Population: 32,191 (Englewood) 2,673,834 (Metro Denver)
Median Household Income $46,988 (Englewood) $66,903 (Metro Denver)
>>Vehicle Counts (annual average):
Broadway at Belleview 39,650 vehicles
Belleview at Broadway 38,000 vehicles
Broadway at Hampden 29,400 vehicles
(Source: City of Englewood Traffic Division)
>>Light Rail:
More than 5,400 people arrive at the Englewood Light Rail Station during the weekday (just two blocks from the shops and businesses on Broadway)
Source: City of Englewood
Art in Public Places:
The South Broadway Mile area is home to several pieces of outdoor art, thanks to the City of Englewood “Art in Public Places” program. The program allocates one percent of the City of Englewood’s Capital Improvement Budget for public artwork.
One iconic piece, Virere by Lawrence Argent, is located designated the entry to the South Broadway Mile on Broadway at Yale Ave. Additional sculptures using similar materials are found in planters throughout the district.
2011 Event Highlight:
A music event as authentic as the neighborhood where it will be held, Eats & Beats is a new summer outdoor concert featuring Nathaniel Rateliff and The Samples as well as a host of bands set to entertain on the South Broadway Mile on June 25, 2011. A free event, Eats & Beats will feature live music, bites and meals for a range of taste buds and cool beverages from a few of our favorite local breweries and wineries. Add a whiskey tent and more than 150 surrounding retailers and restaurants with free parking--and a new summer tradition is born.
Event Note: For a complete listing of specific business events and promotions please visit the events page.
More Information:
For regular updates, please register for The South Broadway Englewood e-mail newsletter. (Note: Your e-mail will only be used for newsletter communication. The South Broadway Mile does not sell or share e-mail addresses).
Request an informational packet or the real estate packet to learn more about business opportunities and retail/commercial space on the South Broadway Mile. Visit southbroadwaymile.com to access electronic packets.