Why Live in Crisman
Crisman, located in Boulder, is a remote neighborhood nestled in the Fourmile Creek Valley, characterized by dirt roads and custom homes. Residents here enjoy a secluded mountain lifestyle with homes separated by acres of private land. The area is rich in outdoor recreation opportunities, with several hiking trails leading into the surrounding mountains, including the Four Mile Trail and natural areas like Packer Gulch and Sweet Home Gulch. Bald Mountain offers scenic views along Sunshine Canyon Drive, and Fourmile Creek provides activities such as kayaking and tubing. The homes in Crisman are primarily contemporary multi-level mountain houses, featuring modern designs with stone accents and large windows, as well as rustic cabins. These properties typically range from 2,500 to 3,500 square feet.
Families in Crisman have access to highly rated schools in the Boulder Valley School District, including Flatirons Elementary School, Casey Middle School, and Boulder High School, all of which receive high marks for their educational programs. While Crisman is entirely residential, downtown Boulder is just 6 miles away, offering a variety of shopping and dining options, such as Nick-N-Willy’s Pizza and Sherpa’s Adventure Restaurant and Bar. The neighborhood is car-dependent, with dirt roads branching off from Four Mile Canyon Drive, and an RTD bus route, the "Gold Hill Climb," stopping at Crisman’s entrance.
Crisman’s natural landscape does pose some environmental risks, including potential flooding from Fourmile Creek and wildfire hazards due to surrounding forestry. However, flood risk reduction initiatives and the proximity of the Fourmile Fire Protection District, just 2 miles away, provide some mitigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crisman a good place to live?
Crisman is a good place to live. Crisman is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Crisman is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 53. The average household income is $154,587 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 74.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Crisman are home owners, with 15.5% of residents renting and 84.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crisman can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crisman neighborhood guide.
Is Crisman, CO a safe neighborhood?
Crisman, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crisman?
The median home price in Crisman is $897,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $179,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.24%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,410 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $189K a year to afford the median home price in Crisman. The average household income in Crisman is $155K.
What are the best public schools in Crisman?
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Home Trends in Crisman, CO
On average, homes in Crisman, Boulder sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Crisman, Boulder over the last 12 months is $840,000, up 54% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$840,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$837,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$423
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$897,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
54%
