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Newlands has suburban comforts and an outdoorsy feel
With the Rocky Mountain foothills to the west and Downtown Boulder less than 2 miles south, Newlands has easy access to amenities. Residents enjoy having mountain trails, parks, shopping and dining all within walking distance. The neighborhood primarily consists of single-family homes found along tree-lined streets with sidewalks, offering a peaceful environment to match its active lifestyle.
Newlands’ proximity to the foothills makes it a hub for outdoor adventure.
Downtown Boulder is less than 2 miles from Newlands, providing easy access to city amenities.
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A wide selection of million-dollar housing types
The median sales price for a home in Newlands is roughly $2.1 million, which is more than twice that of Boulder’s, about $950,000. “[It’s] all single-family homes, for the most part,” says Clare Gleason, a real estate agent with eXp Realty, who has about 30 years of experience. “The lots back up to the open space and trails.” Housing prices range from the upper $900,000s to $7.5 million, depending on the home’s age and square footage. Townhouses cost around the lower 300,000s to the lower 700,000s. Newlands has an extensive housing selection, with a variety of architecture spanning a century.
Common types of homes include:
Minimal traditional single-story homes, including bungalows from the 1920s
Mid-century modern multistory homes, with brick and vinyl exteriors
21st-century Craftsman homes, with porches and stone accents
Attached townhouses, most of which come with a homeowners association
North of Hawthorne Avenue, the neighborhood parts with gridded streets and box-sized lots in favor of larger, more organic properties that are estate-like. “Most of those streets are really exclusive cul-de-sacs. There’s no through traffic. It’s really quiet and it’s great for kids,” says Brian Delaney , broker and owner of Delaney Realty Group, who has over 20 years of real estate experience.
Newlands offers a variety of housing styles, including mid-century homes with a modern design.
Mid-century multistory homes are lined along the streets of Newlands.
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Public and private school options for Newlands
Children living in Newlands can attend public schools within the Boulder Valley School District. The neighborhood is zoned for Foothill Elementary School, Casey Middle School and Boulder High School – all are top rated. According to Gleason, many families prefer sending their kids to the area’s private school. Shining Mountain Waldorf School is located on Violet Avenue and serves kindergarten through 12th grade.
Boulder High School is highly rated and known for its quality programs.
Newlands students are zoned to Casey Middle School.
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Easy access to outdoor recreation
Newlands’ proximity to the foothills makes it easy to get outdoors. Multiple trails wind through the area’s mountains and open spaces, including the Dakota Ridge, Red Rocks and Mount Sanitas trails. The neighborhood also has North Boulder Park, which features a playground, baseball diamond, basketball court and bike park. “The community does a lot of congregating around North Boulder Park, whether it’s people celebrating birthdays, having a picnic or riding their bikes there,” Delaney says. “You’ll see in the summer, people have slacklines pulled, and tons of frisbee going on.” The North Boulder Recreation Center is also nearby, with both indoor and outdoor facilities.
Your kids will love the playground at North Boulder Park.
The North Boulder Recreation Center has both indoor and outdoor facilities.
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Shopping and dining amenities along Broadway
While the neighborhood is mostly residential, retail and dining are close by. Ideal Broadway Shops is directly east of Newlands and has a Whole Foods Market. “It’s a really cool business district that has a lot of style and history,” Delaney says. “It’s the place you walk to to get your coffee.” Pekoe is a tea house offering specialty beverages and sweet treats, while Santo is restaurant serving modern Mexican cuisine. Across Alpine Avenue is the Community Plaza shopping center, with its own selection of eateries like Moe’s Broadway Bagel and Sweet Cow, an ice cream shop. Downtown Boulder has more eclectic shops and trendy restaurants along Pearl Street, less than two miles away.
Ideal Broadway Shops offers a perfect mix of local boutiques and dining.
A Whole Foods Market is located at Ideal Broadway Shops, just outside Newlands.
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Newlands’ walkable streets and commuting options
Wide sidewalks and plentiful crosswalks contribute to Newlands’ high walkability. “It’s a great location,” Gleason says. “A little farther from Pearl Street, but it’s a little quieter, and still very walkable.” Cycling is also encouraged by the area’s multi-use paths. Alleyways lead to driveways behind homes, and street parking is allowed.
Another commuting option is the Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus service, which has stops along Broadway. Newlands residents can take Broadway south less than 2 miles to reach downtown Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall. Drivers can also use Broadway to connect to Boulder Canyon Drive and travel across the city.
Public transportation options in Newlands include RTD bus stops on Broadway.
The vibrant biking culture in Newlands promotes a healthy lifestyle.
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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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Newlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Newlands, Boulder sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Newlands, Boulder over the last 12 months is $2,125,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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