The University of Colorado is hoping to clear out the cobwebs from one of Denver's emptiest office properties with plans to buy the building and reverse years of steep occupancy losses.
Pending deal throws lifeline to one of Denver's most vacant office properties
University of Colorado under contract to buy downtown Independence Plaza tower
By Katie Burke
CoStar NewsMay 6, 2026 | 9:16 P.M.
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- Properties
- Independence Plaza
1050 17th St, Denver, CO
- Companies
- University of Colorado
Educational Services
- CBRE Investment Management
Real Estate