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Peaceful and active lifestyles blend in the Foothills
Boulder’s iconic Foothills are more than just a sight to see – the rolling hills double as an expansive neighborhood of spacious homes with a sense of peace and privacy. Residents have plenty of ways to get outside, from the area’s various trails to city parks a short drive away. Commuting into downtown Boulder for essentials is often an easy task, since most of the city’s shopping, dining and entertainment are less than 5 miles away.
Foothills offers stunning mountain views and a peaceful atmosphere.
Cabin-inspired homes offer cozy living with easy access to the trails in Foothills.
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What to expect for housing prices
The cost of living in Boulder’s Foothills community is higher than living in the city. The neighborhood’s median sales price is approximately $1.9 million, which is almost twice as much as Downtown Boulder, but on par with neighborhoods like Mapleton Hill and Newlands. According to Laura Morningstar, a real estate agent with Compass, who has over 25 years of experience, the prices are similar, but the extra space in Foothills makes for a better deal. “You can get a bigger lot and more house, but still stay in the same school district.”
Multistory hillside homes are common for the area and come in a variety of contemporary styles. There are also raised ranches and estate-like properties, spanning 2,500 to 6,000 square feet. Prices range between the upper $900,000s and $3.2 million, depending on acreage and square footage. Starlink and CenturyLink provide high-speed internet to most homes in the area, making remote work possible.
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Charming cabin-style architecture meets modern design in the picturesque Foothills.
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Exploring the outdoors in Boulder’s Foothills
Foothills has a dynamic landscape, serving as the gateway between Boulder and the Rocky Mountains. Here, grassy fields turn into hills covered in trees. Many public and private trails explore the valley and give residents a way to enjoy the outdoors. Left Hand Creek and Fourmile Canyon Creek nearby have trails that allow hiking, biking and horseback riding. Buckingham Park is located along Left Hand Creek and offers activities like picnicking and fishing. Additionally, “Olde Stage Road is really popular with cyclists. They’ll ride all the way to Jamestown,” Morningstar says.
A handful of city parks are less than 5 miles away with their own amenities:
Foothills Community Park features soccer fields, a dog park and a community garden. Foothills Paragliding has an upper and lower launch site nearby.
Dakota Ridge Park is known for its prehistoric-themed playground with dinosaur prints.
Holiday Park is a pocket green space with a playground and climbing structures.
Buckingham Park is a great place for outdoor recreation.
Lefthand Trailhead offers scenic views and outdoor adventure.
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Olde Stage Road winds through towering pine trees and rugged landscapes.
Commuting to Boulder for amenities
Lee Hill Drive and Olde Stage Road are two of the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares, traveling north and south through the area and connecting just outside the city. Commuters can use either route to access North Boulder, which is roughly 3 miles away. Lucky’s Market is the closest grocery store, located on Broadway. “You’re only about four to five minutes from Boulder proper, but at the same time, you’re in the mountains and can have your space,” says Nick Duncan, a real estate associate with LIV Sotheby’s International Realty, who lives in the Foothills. Downtown Boulder is less than 5 miles away, which is a 10-to-15-minute journey.
The risks of winter and wildfire
Winter weather can make it hard to drive on Foothill’s roads. “We’re definitely higher up than in town, so we get a few more inches of snow,” Duncan says. On the bright side, both Lee Hill Drive and Olde Stage Road are on Boulder County’s primary snow removal route, so they get plowed quickly. They also get a lot of sunlight, so anything left will melt.
During the warm summer months, the Foothills also has a risk of potential wildfires. “The hills notoriously have riper conditions for fire, with dried trees and dried terrain, so fire insurance rates have increased with housing prices,” Morningstar says. As such, two fire stations look after the neighborhood. The Lefthand Fire Protection District responds to all emergencies in-between Olde Stage Road and Lee Hill Drive, while the Boulder Mountain Fire Proection District handles everything to the west. As a result, emergency response times are fast.
Foothills is known for its tranquil streets, offering a quiet retreat from the bustle.
Foothills' winding residential roads can be hard to navigate when it snows.
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Quality public schools serving the area
Children living in Boulder’s Foothills can attend highly rated public schools in the Boulder Valley School District, which offers choice enrollment. The neighborhood is zoned for Foothill Elementary, Centennial Middle and Boulder High School – all three earn high marks. Boulder also has a selection of charter and private schools.
Children living in the Foothills can attend Boulder High School.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Foothills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Foothills, Boulder sell after 97 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Foothills, Boulder over the last 12 months is $2,087,500, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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