Boulder is about 30 miles northwest of Denver with a population of around 107,700. The city sits where the Rocky Mountains meet the plains, creating a landscape of forests and valleys with views of the mountains as the backdrop. Founded in 1858, the city was originally inhabited by several Native American tribes, then settled by pioneers searching for gold along Boulder Creek. The former mining town has since become a luxurious city and dynamic college town as it is also home to the University of Colorado Boulder.
While many current residents came to the area in the 1970s to work at the IBM Data Center, today there are various prominent companies in the aerospace, bioscience and cleantech industries. Employers include Ball Aerospace, Boulder Community Health and Google, among others. “Boulder is fortunate to have a wide spectrum of industry sectors. We are uniquely positioned to be successful within national leaders,” says John Tayer, the President and CEO of Boulder’s Chamber of Commerce. “We also have a lot of startups that have grown to become international brands.”
The city of Boulder sits about 30 miles northwest of Denver along the Rocky Mountain foothills.
Table Mesa offers charming tree-lined streets and stunning mountain views
Goss Grove is part of a college town with University of Colorado Boulder nearby.
A whitewater kayaker enjoys his afternoon down Boulder Creek in West Pearl.
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Boulder’s city parks and natural areas
The city has over 45,000 acres of preserved wilderness and open spaces and 150 miles of hiking trails. The area is known for its iconic flatirons, which are sandstone slab formations on the surrounding foothills. There are several mountains nearby such as Mount Sanitas and Sugarloaf. The Boulder Reservoir is a 700-acre body of water about 6 miles north of downtown that has a sandy beach.
In addition to its natural areas, Boulder has over 60 public parks and green spaces, as well as three recreation centers with indoor facilities, located in North Boulder, South Boulder and East Boulder. Foothills Community Park is a 65-acre greenspace with a community garden.
There are many pathways and trails for hiking and biking in Wonderland.
People living in the Sugarloaf neighborhood have panoramic mountain views.
When wanting to escape into nature neighboring Goss Grove is the Chautauqua Trailhead.
Foothills Community Park is a large spacious park, perfect for a picnic or hosting a party.
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A variety of homes, averaging above national prices
The average sales price for a home in Boulder is around $1.25 million in 2024. Single-family homes were listed at about $1.35 million, while townhouses and condos were about $800,000. According to the National Association of REALTORS® Q2 2024 Local Market Report, the city’s median price was 53.1% higher than the national median. Boulder is divided into 10 main sub-communities. Homes along Boulder’s foothills share a luxurious status, with architectural styles ranging from two-story Craftsman homes to mountain estates. The foothills area’s listing price range is $1.3 million to $7.5 million. “Boulder is blessed with close neighborhood districts with all sorts of fun community hangout spots,” Tayer says. South Boulder is a primarily residential neighborhood with traditional single-family homes, while downtown is a trendy enclave with lofts, condos and apartment complexes. The Crossroads neighborhood sits adjacent to downtown.
The larger lot sizes provide privacy, with some properties featuring secluded, wooded areas.
Prices range from $950,000 to $5.5 million, depending on land size in Sugarloaf.
Table Mesa's new traditional homes offer timeless elegance and contemporary convenience.
Crossroads townhomes can be found in large communities with lots of amenities.
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Downtown’s local flair and 29th Street’s national offerings
There are two main shopping and dining districts in Boulder. In the center of Downtown, Pearl Steet is a pedestrian mall lined with local clothing boutiques, bookstores and novelty shops. “Pearl Street Mall is a historic center for our commerce. It’s both an attractive shopping and entertainment center,” Tayer says. Eclectic restaurants range from casual bistros with outdoor seating to fine-dining options. Frasca Food and Wine is an Italian eatery that has earned a Michelin star. There are also two food halls: Avanti and Rosetta Hall. Downtown’s nighttime scene is popular across dozens of bars, breweries and distilleries. The second location for shopping and dining is the Twenty Ninth Street Mall, for a collection of name-brand retailers and is surrounded by big box stores. Boulder Junction and Ideal Market are additional areas with a collection of restaurants – everything from local brunch spots and international cuisine to regional chains and fast food. “We have such a wide diversity of culinary and dining experiences; it makes Boulder unique,” Tayer continues.
Take a stroll through downtown Boulder and check out all the shops near Wonderland.
Friends gather atop Avanti to enjoy the setting sun near West Pearl.
Sforno Trattoria Romana is a hot spot for Mapleton Hill Italian food lovers.
Head to the Twenty Ninth Street Mall in Boulder for name-brand stores.
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A creative community worth celebrating
Named one of America’s Most Artistic Towns by Expedia, Boulder is decorated with hundreds of murals, with downtown as the epicenter of the city’s artistic scene. There are 14 galleries with everything from paintings to sculptures to photography, plus several theaters and venues hosting performances by the city’s ballet troupe, orchestra, opera and symphony. The Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art has rotating exhibits. The Pearl Street Arts Festival is an annual event where hundreds of local and regional artists showcase their works. The Colorado Music Festival is held annually at the Chautauqua Auditorium, about 2 miles from downtown.
The North Boulder neighborhood is another artistic community. Dubbed the "NoBo Art District," the area has dozens of studio galleries and promotes its artists and businesses with the First Friday of the Month events. “It’s a fun opportunity for artists to share their creations and for folks to gather and enjoy music,” Tayer says.
Sunflower Art Studio offers drawing, painting, and academic activities for kids ages 4-18.
Discover the vibrant works of local artists around North Boulder and Foothills.
Live music and vibrant crowds create an electric energy in downtown Boulder.
Street Wise Mural Festival installs public art projects throughout the city of Boulder.
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Top-rated school district and higher education
The Boulder Valley School District (BVSD) is the city’s public school system, serving over 29,000 students across 37 elementary, 18 middle and 12 high schools, which also include five charter and nine non-traditional schools. BVSD earns an A rating from Niche, which also ranks it as the top school district in the Denver area and second in Colorado.
Shining Mountain Waldorf School, for kindergarten through 12th grade, is private, receiving a B grade. Additionally, Boulder is a college town – home to the University of Colorado Boulder campus. CU Boulder enrolls roughly 38,400 students, and offers over 50 majors, 25 minors and 10 certificates while generating $3.3 billion annually. The Buffaloes compete in the Big 12 Conference across all sports and generate quite the turnout at Folsom Field, which seats over 50,000 fans, on football Saturdays in the fall.
Shining Mountain Waldorf School is a private school for kindergarten through 12th grade.
596 students attend Centennial Middle School in Boulder, Colorado.
The courses at Boulder High School encourage critical thinking and creativity.
The University of Colorado Boulder is located just east of University Hill.
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Extreme weather and decreasing crime
Boulder experiences all four seasons despite its high altitude and over 300 days of sunshine per year, which contributes to the city’s moderate and dry climate. Certain areas across the city may be at a potential risk of wildfires. The Boulder Fire-Rescue Department has a Wildland Division dedicated to preventing them. In the winter, Boulder can see anywhere between 25 and 46 days of snow – with an average annual snowfall of 89 inches. The city maintains a response to snowstorms, offering levels of services, including plowing and shoveling to areas around the city.
Reports of crime in Boulder are trending down. According to the Boulder Police Department’s 2022 Annual Report, the total number of violent crimes reported sat around 1,600, good for a 9.7% decrease year-over-year, which is also 25% lower than the state average.
Navigating Boulder by foot or vehicle
Boulder is a nationally recognized Gold-Level city with a pedestrian- and eco-friendly infrastructure. The city has over 500 miles of sidewalks, 300 miles of bike lanes and 70 miles of paved multi-use paths along its Greenway System. Colorado’s Regional Transportation District (RTD) has 12 local and seven regional bus routes throughout the city. A handful of park-and-ride bus stations provide easier access for commuters. There are multiple highway systems, including U.S. Route 36, which runs north to south and leads about 30 miles southeast to Denver. State Routes 7, 93 and 119 all lead through and around Boulder. The Boulder Municipal Airport is a general aviation airport that provides private and local emergency and medical flights. For commercial flights, the Denver International Airport is 42 miles away.
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