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Secluded Front Range living in Seven Hills
Pine trees line the quiet gravel roads of Seven Hills, a mountainside neighborhood just a few miles from Downtown Boulder. The neighborhood is considered one of Boulder's close-in mountain communities, drawing in buyers who want secluded living without being far removed from the city’s amenities and businesses. Miles of hiking trails are within a short drive, and families are served by the highly rated Boulder Valley School District.
Seven Hills offers secluded hillside living surrounded by lush forests and natural beauty.
Modern architecture blends with rugged terrain in the area, offering stunning mountain vistas.
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The local housing scene and spacious hillside lots
“It’s a mountain-living community here,” says Andy Burgess, a local real estate broker with Compass. “Pine forests and ridgeline views are a feature of nearly every home.” The neighborhood’s homes typically feature large windows and long, private driveways, and lots range from 1 acre to over 30 acres. Log cabins, spacious ranch-style homes and luxury modern builds are common. It can be hard to find a home here for less than $1 million, with prices starting in the low $600,000s and reaching around $2.7 million.
Hillside homes feature often feature large windows with valley views.
This rustic old shingle-style cabin fits the rural atmosphere of Seven Hills.
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Rocky Mountain hikes
Living in Seven Hills means being within a 10-minute drive of numerous hiking trails and picturesque outdoor areas. “It’s definitely a private area, but there’s still a solid sense of community in Seven Hills,” says Burgess. “Along with the public hiking trails nearby, locals maintain social trails where folks walk their dogs and enjoy quiet hikes.” There are dozens of hikes within a short drive of the neighborhood, with popular spots including:
The Bald Mountain Scenic Area, which has a 1-mile trail leading to a scenic overlook
Lion’s Lair, a hiking area known for its mountain lion activity
The Mount Sanitas Trailhead, where numerous hiking and horseback riding trails meet just west of Boulder
Bikers get ready to hit the trails in Seven Hills.
The Lions Lair trailhead in is a popular hiking spot nearby.
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A direct route to Boulder
While the city’s public transit system doesn’t connect to Seven Hills, Sunshine Canyon Drive provides a direct 3-mile route to downtown Boulder. Easy access to the city means popular shops and restaurants are typically within a 10-minute drive. There’s a diverse selection of local restaurants and shops close to home. Sherpa’s Adventure Restaurant and Bar is a popular eatery serving authentic Nepalese, Indian and Tibetan cuisine. Around the corner, Trident Booksellers and Cafe hosts regular live music. Lolita’s Market and Deli offers a small selection of groceries and made-to-order sandwiches.
Downtown Boulder’s Pearl Street Mall is a vibrant hub of shopping, dining, and community events.
Tenth Street Shops in Boulder offer a curated mix of unique, locally-owned businesses.
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Public schools serving Seven Hills
Local families are served by the highly rated Boulder Valley School District. The district has a wide array of career and technical education courses, with topics ranging from digital technology to hospitality and tourism. High school students can earn dual credit by taking classes through local schools like the University of Colorado Boulder and Front Range Community College.
Flatirons Elementary School offers an advanced curriculum for its students.
Casey Middle School is part of the Boulder Valley School District.
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What to know about fire risk in the foothills
Seven Hills falls within the Wildland-Urban Interface due to its natural vegetation and foothill terrain. These factors make for elevated wildfire risk, and the area has experienced a handful of fire-related evacuations over the past 20 years. “While Seven Hills is still at risk for wildfires, it’s closer to the city than most of the nearby mountain communities,” says Brooke Weathers, a real estate agent with Compass who lives in the area. “So the risk is slightly mitigated because you’re closer to the city’s fire stations.”
Seven Hills’ elevated homes offer expansive views of Boulder’s breathtaking mountain ranges.
Seven hills sits in Sunshine Caynon which is composed of only a few roads and no public access.
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Winter living in Seven Hills
Potential homebuyers should be prepared for the region’s harsh winters, with the neighborhood experiences higher snowfall compared to central Boulder. Here’s what you should know about Winter living in Seven Hills:
Winding gravel roads and steep hills can double drive times to Boulder during and after snowfall.
Boulder County and the City of Boulder plow main roads, but hillside communities may often receive service later than central Boulder.
Due to cold temperatures and shade from the mountainside, roads can remain icy for weeks after a storm.
Most locals opt for vehicles with four-wheel drive and regularly clear their driveways throughout the winter months.
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Crime and Safety
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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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Seven Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Seven Hills, Boulder sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Seven Hills, Boulder over the last 12 months is $2,200,000, up 53% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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