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What You Need to Know About a Pre-Leasing Community
If you’re considering a move to senior living, you likely know it offers many benefits, from social connection with people who share your interests to peace of mind for you and your family knowing your needs will be supported. But how do you choose the right community, especially one that is still in development? At Mullen Residences, we’ve created resources and opportunities to help you understand the pre-sales process, explore your options, and feel confident about securing your future home.
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Explore these sections to learn more about the future of Mullen Residences at the Highlands
Understanding the Pre-Leasing Process
Understanding pre-leasing helps you and your family make informed choices, secure preferred options, and plan a smooth, confident transition.
Envisioning Life at Mullen Residences
Picture a life that invites comfort, connection, and vibrant living, where personalized care and community help to create an enjoyable living experience.
Pricing, Fees and What's Included
Your entrance fee and monthly rent provide value that offers access to exceptional amenities, services, and supportive care options.
What It Means to Be a Depositor
Making a deposit gives you priority selection, peace of mind, and early access to exclusive opportunities in planning your future senior living home.
Our History
Our history at Mullen Residences reflects a tradition of care, community, and commitment to creating enriching senior living experiences.
See What's Special About Our Dining
Dining at Mullen Residences reveals flavorful cuisine, warm hospitality, and a community-focused experience that nourishes both body and spirit.
Understanding the Pre-Leasing Process
Pre-leasing means securing your apartment before the community opens, giving you priority on floor plans and locations, while aligning with your lifestyle preferences. This advantage is valuable when you consider that at many highly sought-after independent senior living communities, it’s common to face waitlists that stretch four years or longer. One of the biggest benefits is time—you’ll have the opportunity to downsize, plan, and prepare at a comfortable pace.
During the process, an entrance fee deposit guarantees your apartment when the community opens in 2029. If construction finishes earlier, you’ll gain access sooner; if delays occur, we’ll assist with interim housing and provide regular updates. You’ll also be invited to exclusive events to meet future neighbors and begin fostering connections.
As a founding member, you play a meaningful role in shaping Mullen Residences from the start. Pre-leasing is about peace of mind, building community, and creating a smooth transition into a fulfilling lifestyle.
Envisioning Life at Mullen Residences
Mullen Residences at the Highlands is designed to offer comfort, community, and peace of mind, creating an environment where residents can truly thrive. From the moment you arrive, you’ll discover a welcoming environment designed to offer comfort, security and support.
In some apartments, ceilings soar up to 10 feet, adding an airy and open feel to your living space. Residents will enjoy spacious, thoughtfully designed apartments that balance style, accessibility, and convenience. Picture yourself waking up in one of our beautiful apartments, enjoying coffee on your private balcony, then heading out to participate in one of our resident-led activities or for a stroll around the 8-acre property. Beyond private living spaces, Mullen Residences offers engaging common areas where friendships can blossom, whether through casual conversations over lunch in the bistro, fitness classes, or organized social events. The community is designed to place a strong emphasis on fostering meaningful connections, so residents not only feel supported but also empowered to live with purpose.
Daily life at Mullen Residences blends independence with personalized assistance, tailored to individual needs. We are committed to helping build a community where each resident maintains dignity, choice, and quality of life.
In addition, residents can look forward to chef-planned dining, wellness programs, outdoor spaces, and cultural or educational activities that enrich their days.
At Mullen Residences, life is about embracing new possibilities, building meaningful relationships, and enjoying each day to the fullest.
Pricing, Fees and What's Included
At Mullen Residences, your first-year rate will fall within our projected range based on apartment size and features, while future annual increases will reflect market conditions. The refundable entrance fee provides peace of mind, as it is fully returned when you move out.
By replacing funds that would otherwise need to be borrowed from capital markets, the deposit reduces debt costs and supports the development of enhanced amenities that enrich the resident experience. While interest is not collected on the deposit, it remains fully refundable upon leaving the community.
Monthly rent for independent living includes your living space, breakfast or lunch, all utilities, public WiFi, and access to the full range of community amenities.
Understanding how your entrance fee and monthly rent work allows you to plan ahead with confidence. By reserving your place at Mullen Residences, you gain early access to your preferred apartment and a clear understanding of the value and benefits included, giving you peace of mind as you prepare for a comfortable and enriching future.
What it Means to Be a Depositor
Becoming a depositor is an exciting first step toward shaping your future with confidence and peace of mind. As a depositor, you are not simply reserving a space in our community; you are actively securing access to the lifestyle and amenities that best fit your personal needs and preferences. This early commitment provides you and your family with a sense of security, helping to make the transition as stress-free as possible..
Depositors enjoy the first choice of floor plans, apartment location, and community features, ensuring you find a living arrangement that feels just right. Deposits are fully refundable, offering flexibility while still holding your spot. This allows you to plan without pressure, knowing your future is already thoughtfully arranged.
Ultimately, being a depositor is about choice, reassurance, and preparation. It is an empowering step that gives residents and their families control over the future, offering both practical benefits and emotional peace. By reserving early, you aren’t just planning ahead; you’re actively investing in a smoother, more fulfilling transition.
Our History
Mullen Residences at the Highlands honors a legacy that began over a century ago when philanthropists J.K. and Catherine Mullen envisioned a place of dignity and care for older adults in North Denver. This vision was brought to life by a group of Catholic women known as the Little Sisters of the Poor. Over the years, the original Mullen Home became a cherished cornerstone of the community, evolving to meet the needs of Denver’s older adults while preserving its homelike atmosphere rooted in compassionate care and human dignity.
Today, the Archdiocese of Denver breathes new life into the historic West Highlands campus with the opening of Mullen Residences at the Highlands. Operated by Colorado-based Christian Living Communities (CLC), Mullen Residences honors the rich history of the Mullen Home while reflecting CLC’s more than half-century of creating communities where aging is honored and celebrated, and where older adults are empowered to begin a new era of life, lived with purpose.
At Mullen Residences, older adults can thrive in an environment of excellence, embracing each day with purpose, fulfillment, and the freedom to live life abundantly. Here, the residents are valued. They are invited to connect, grow, and contribute, knowing they are part of a place where they truly belong.
Honoring our past, we are focused on the journey forward— helping enrich the lives of all who will call this community home in this new day, in this new time. We are proud to create at Mullen Residences a welcoming home where each member of the community can thrive and every resident is empowered to live life abundantly.
See What's Special About Our Dining
At Mullen Residences at the Highlands, dining is more than just mealtime; it’s an experience designed to inspire connection, wellness, and satisfaction every day. What will make our dining truly special is the perfect balance of delicious, chef-planned meals and the warm, welcoming environment where residents feel at home.
How do we know? Even though Mullen Residences is in the planning phases, we are confident in the quality of the dining experience because our long-time culinary partner Morrison Living will be delighting residents as they have done for other CLC communities in Colorado.
Dining at Mullen Residences will be about more than food; it’s about connection. Meals will be served in beautifully designed dining spaces that encourage conversation, laughter, and friendship. Gathering around the table becomes a chance to share stories, celebrate milestones, or simply enjoy the company of neighbors. For those who value flexibility, options like casual bistro-style meals or private dining experiences are also available, allowing residents to choose what best fits their lifestyle.
By combining outstanding food, personalized service, and a true sense of community, dining at Mullen Residence will be a highlight of daily life.
We Are Here to Help
The Mullen Residences at the Highlands team is here to help answer your questions, provide support, and offer information and resources to aid in your search.
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