Situated within the valley of Left Hand Creek, Glendale is a quiet neighborhood, about 11 miles from Boulder. Rustic cabins are dotted along dirt roads and come with acres of land separated by forests. “It’s definitely a mountain community. There are main roads, but it’s not well traveled,” says Real Estate Agent Joe Knight with RE/MAX Nexus, who has almost 10 years of experience.
Glendale offers an urban lifestyle with more affordable real estate options.
Glendale is often known for its quiet lifestyle, and country atmosphere.
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Single-family mountain homes and open lots
Homes in Glendale are spaced out along Nugget Hill Road, though there are a handful clustered together by Glendale Gulch. “There’s a big variety of mountain homes here. There are some old cabins and modern big ones,” Knight says. Contemporary multi-levels are the main housing style for the neighborhood, with cabin features such as wood siding and balconies. These properties span 1,200 to 2,000 square feet and cost $375,000 to $525,000. There are also a handful of vintage cabins built in the early 1900s that are priced at $250,000 for 600 square feet. Several multi-acre lots are available in the neighborhood and open for new construction. These plots of land go for $125,000 to $300,000, depending on acreage. Spacious properties and forests lend to the secluded feel in Glendale. In fact, the CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Glendale has a strong rental market, attracting tenants who want easy access to Denver.
The real estate market is primarily made up of single-family mountain homes.
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Trails, creeks and historic landmarks
Glendale’s location among rolling hills and valleys lends to plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities. The Left Hand Trail has hiking, biking and horseback riding through Lefthand Canyon along Left Hand Creek. The trail winds through the landscape and connects to other Boulder Valley Ranch Trails. “There are a few mountains in the area made of rock that climbers will climb on,” Knight says. “You’ll see them scaling the side of a cliff.” Buckingham Park is about 5 miles northeast of the neighborhood with a prime picnic area and fishing spot. The creekside park has access to multiple trails that follow Left Hand Creek. Additionally, history buffs can travel about 6 miles to Jamestown to visit Blue Jay Mine. The abandoned mine closed in 1954 and played a huge role in Jamestown’s development as a mining community in the early 1900s. Visitors can check out the mine shaft, hoisting apparatus and hoist house.
Despite its small size, Glendale is a vibrant community with its own distinct character.
The Blue Jay Mine is a uranium mine located in Boulder, Colorado.
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A-rated schools in Boulder
Children living in Glendale can start their education at either Jamestown Elementary School, which earns a B grade from Niche, or Foothill Elementary School, which has an A. Both schools are within the Boulder Valley School District and provide lessons in outdoor education. Centennial Middle School maintains an A-minus and has an Adelante program for first-generation students. Boulder High School earns an A grade and is considered an Advanced Placement focus school, offering over 30 AP courses.
Foothill Elementary in Boulder features a welcoming entrance surrounded by greenery.
A view of the Boulder High School buildings from the street.
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The risks of living in a valley
Glendale’s landscape of mountains and forests may create a unique set of challenges. Left Hand Creek may be at a risk of potential flooding during heavy rain, affecting roadways. There’s also a possible risk of wildfires, because of the area’s vegetation and dry climate. Station Four for the Lefthand Fire Protection District is in the neighborhood, providing services for structure fires, wildfires, mitigation and medical emergencies.
Glendale in the fall has sweeping views of pines with colorful mixtures of yellows and reds.
Buckingham Park includes a shade-covered trail, picnic tables off Lefthand Canyon Drive.
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Traveling in and around Glendale
Nugget Hill Road is the neighborhood’s main residential loop, where all the homes are located. However, Lefthand Canyon Drive is the main thoroughfare, connecting to Ward, which is about 9 miles west, and Altona, about 12 miles east. Commuters can take Lefthand Canyon Drive to get to Downtown Boulder, roughly 11 miles away. Since Glendale‘s streets are composed of dirt roads and located far from bigger cities, having a car is required. However, “there are a lot of bikers who use the main road for recreation,” Knight says.
Jamestown, Colorado, is a small, scenic mountain town located northwest of Boulder.
There has been a growing trend of people seeking more rural, quiet locations like Jamestown.
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Visiting nearby towns for shops and restaurants
Since Glendale lacks commercial spaces, shopping and dining require traveling. Jamestown is roughly 5 miles north of the neighborhood and has a handful of retail options. Jamestown Mercantile, called “The Merc” by locals, is a bistro with a rotating dinner menu. Julien’s Cliffhouse Kombucha sits across the street and has a tap room for tastings inside The Merc.
North Boulder is about 8 miles from Glendale for other retail and restaurants. Bacco Trattoria and Mozzarella Bar is a casual Italian restaurant, while Tierra y Fuego Taqueria serves traditional Mexican cuisine. South on Broadway, Lucky’s Market is a neighborhood grocery store that sells locally sourced products and serves made-to-order sandwiches. For more options, Downtown Boulder is further south on Broadway, roughly 11 miles from the neighborhood, and has hundreds of other unique shops and restaurants.
Lucky's Market is an eco-minded local & organic grocery store in town.
Spruce Confections is a favorite bakery and coffee shop among residents.
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Parks in this Area
Buckingham Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glendale
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glendale Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$312,500
Median Sale Price
$312,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$312,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$340
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
35
Median Year Built
1971
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,785
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
101
Median Age
52
Population under 18
14.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$146,874
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$169,674
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
69.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
56''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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