1568 Nome Street


The owner of the Aspen Grove apartment complex in Aurora has reached an agreement with city officials to avoid criminal charges for failing to maintain the building. The property was shut down by the city in August, leading to the eviction of nearly 300 tenants.

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Zev Baumgarten, the owner of Nome Partners LLC, faced dozens of charges due to deteriorating conditions at Aspen Grove. Residents endured rodent infestations, sewage backups, water leaks, and prolonged periods without electricity. Under the agreement, Baumgarten has waived his right to a speedy trial and committed to either selling or leasing the property. Nome Partners also agreed to assume the cost—up to $60,000—for securing and cleaning the complex. Furthermore, there is an option for the owners to “re-tenant” the building, provided it complies with city codes.
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Nome Partners purchased the 99-unit Aspen Grove property in 2019 for $12.4 million. In addition to Aspen Grove, Baumgarten’s other property, Edge of Lowry Apartments, has also faced violations related to poor living conditions and alleged gang activity. Both properties are managed by CBZ Management, which oversees 11 properties across Colorado, including locations in Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.
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In August, city officials finally intervened at Aspen Grove, evicting the remaining tenants and boarding up the building. The agreement with the city gave Aurora permission to carry out these evictions. Although the property is now vacant, its future remains uncertain as Baumgarten explores options to sell, lease, or redevelop the site.

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