Summit House – MSU Denver Housing
ABOUT THE PROJECT
MSU Denver is constructing a 12-story student housing building. The building will include a floor dedicated to the Classroom to Career Hub (C2 Hub), which, in collaboration with Community College of Denver, connects students with career opportunities and industry partners. The ground floor will house multiple food and beverage options for students, faculty, staff, and community members.
The building will also provide additional opportunities for MSU Denver students to live on campus addressing growing concerns about soaring housing costs in Denver. Student housing aligns with MSU Denver’s mission to make higher education more accessible, addressing the critical need for affordable on-campus living. With rising living costs and limited housing in Denver, this initiative removes barriers, fosters belonging and enhances student engagement and retention.
Project Impacts & Updates
Friday, Aug. 21: There will be alternating single lane closures on Walnut Street by the 10th Street plaza pedestrian walkway Friday, Aug. 21. The Tivoli Garage will remain open during this time. Traffic control provisions will include signage, cones, and flaggers throughout the duration of the work.
Aug. 31-Sept. 2: 11th Street between Auraria Parkway and Walnut Street will be closed for the taking down of the crane for the MSU Denver Summit House Project. Flaggers and signage will be in place to redirect traffic during this time.
RTD 11th and Auraria Bus Stop Closure – Alternative Options
The construction team is working on a plan to limit impacts to the campus community. There will be noise, it is unavoidable, but they are working to time the loudest work during appropriate times.
Starting July 21, 2025, and continuing until project completion: In late July, the campus community will begin to see fencing installed, contractor trailers positioned, and the site secured.
The 11th Street meters between Auraria Parkway and Walnut Street will be permanently closed, as will one metered space on the southeast corner of Walnut and 11th.
Additionally, the sidewalk on 11th Street between Auraria Parkway and Walnut Street will be closed.
Project Overview
| Anticipated construction start | June 2025 |
| Anticipated construction end | March 2027 |
| Budget | $115 million |
| Funding source | Student housing revenue as well as state allocations and philanthropic contributions |
| Architect/ Engineer | SAR |
| Contractor | PCL |