Gas prices in Five Points generally match those in the city’s other neighborhoods, while Denver’s average price at the pump remains below the nation’s as a whole.
On May 13, the average cost of a gallon of regular unleaded in Denver was $2.77, according to the price-tracking app GasBuddy. That compares favorably with the U.S. average price of $2.86, but represents a 13% jump since April 3, when drivers in Denver paid an average of $2.52 per gallon. It’s also higher than this date a year ago, when the average price at the pump in Denver was $2.73, while the national average was $2.92.
In Five Points, the most current GasBuddy numbers show an average price of $2.77 per gallon as well.
But if you drive around, you can beat the average.
The lowest price in and around the neighborhood is $2.69, available at the Conoco at 3550 Downing St.
Other stations in Five Points may be selling gas above the average price but have earned above-average ratings on GasBuddy. They include:
Phillips 66, 3083 Brighton Blvd., $2.89 per gallon. With a convenience store, propane and a loyalty discount, the station has earned a 3.5 rating and 19 reviews by GasBuddy users. JK0884 recently wrote, “Great staff, and love the coffee machines they use.”
Sinclair, 3490 Park Ave. W., $2.79. The station holds a 3.4 rating and 19 reviews. Amenities include a convenience store (with beer sales).
