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Southeast Boulder

Southeast Boulder

$1,093,436 Average Value
$483 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Southeast Boulder offers an active, suburban lifestyle

In Southeast Boulder, winding residential streets are near city parks, open spaces and multi-use trails. The expansive suburban neighborhood is a little over 4 miles from downtown Boulder and is divided into multiple subdivisions with a variety of housing styles. Residents enjoy easy access to the outdoors and various amenities, such as shopping centers and top-rated schools. Highways and public transit also make it easy to navigate the rest of the city.

Southeast Boulder's residential streets enjoy mountain vistas.
Southeast Boulder's residential streets enjoy mountain vistas.
Southeast Boulder has many biking trails that lead through open spaces to the east.
Southeast Boulder has many biking trails that lead through open spaces to the east.
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The cost of living in Southeast Boulder

The median sales price for a home in Southeast Boulder is about $1 million, which is slightly higher than that of the City of Boulder, which is about $950,000. It is lower than some of Boulder’s older neighborhoods to the north, like Mapleton Hill, which has a median sales price of around $1.4 million. “For me, it’s about finding adequate square footage without having to spend $3 million or more to do so,” says Thomas Cohen, a broker associate with Compass who has over 35 years of experience. “It’s an affordable spot, relatively speaking, for Boulder.”

A diverse housing market spanning subdivisions

Most single-family homes were built from the 1960s to the 1980s, some in cul-de-sacs. Neighborhood subdivisions include:

  • Arapahoe Ridge
  • Frasier Meadows
  • Keewaydin
  • Meadow Glen
  • Sombrero Ranch
Housing styles range from eclectic ranch-style homes to contemporary bi-level and tri-levels, New Traditional multistory homes and estate-like properties in Keewaydin. Prices range from the lower $800,000s to $2.8 million. “The area tends to have larger, older homes. They tend to be a little bit more desirable,” says Brett Sawyer, a Realtor with Kentwood Real Estate, who has over 20 years of experience and grew up in the area. There are also condos and multistory townhouses available for purchase or rent. These units cost between the upper $200,000s and the lower $900,000s, depending on square footage and number of bedrooms.

Southeast Boulder’s diverse architecture includes ranch-style homes.
Southeast Boulder’s diverse architecture includes ranch-style homes.
Bi-levels and multistory homes are common in Southeast Boulder.
Bi-levels and multistory homes are common in Southeast Boulder.
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Outdoor amenities and parks in Southeast Boulder

City parks and open spaces offer abundant outdoor activities in Southeast Boulder. Arapahoe Ridge Park, called Rock Park by locals, is known for its climbing rock formations by the playground. It also features a basketball court, baseball diamond and soccer fields. Admiral Arleigh Burke Park has paved walking paths surrounding a pond, and Flatirons Golf Course has 18 holes open to the public. Farther south on 55th Street, East Boulder Community Center offers both indoor and outdoor facilities, including a pool, fitness center and racquetball courts. There’s even an off-leash dog park next door.

Multi-use trails wind through the neighborhood, offering both recreation and transportation. “A lot of people bike here. There are great bike trails all over the place,” Cohen says. “With the paths, you can go all the way around town without ever really having to cross a street because there are underpasses.” You can also walk along hiking trails that explore Baseline Reservoir and the surrounding open spaces.

East Boulder Community Center has many outdoor amenities, including volleyball courts.
East Boulder Community Center has many outdoor amenities, including volleyball courts.
Residents warm up on the driving range of Flatirons Golf Course.
Residents warm up on the driving range of Flatirons Golf Course.
East Boulder Community Center offers an indoor swimming pool and gym.
East Boulder Community Center offers an indoor swimming pool and gym.
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Boulder’s top-rated public schools

Children living in the area can attend top-rated schools within the Boulder Valley School District, including Eisenhower Elementary and Manhattan Middle School of the Arts & Academics. There’s also Horizons K-8 School, a high-ranking charter school in the area. “The schools in this part of Boulder are exceedingly strong,” Sawyer says. The district does offer choice enrollment for those who want to attend a school outside the neighborhood.

Students thrive at Arapahoe Ridge High School, within the BVSD.
Students thrive at Arapahoe Ridge High School, within the BVSD.
Manhattan Middle School offers a nurturing environment.
Manhattan Middle School offers a nurturing environment.
Eisenhower Elementary is one of the district's top-rated schools.
Eisenhower Elementary is one of the district's top-rated schools.
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Commuting via personal and public transit

Southeast Boulder has multiple transit options, including the Regional Transportation District (RTD) bus service. Bus stops are found along Baseline Road, Eisenhower Drive and Manhattan Drive, and a Park-N-Ride station with a garage is located on Table Mesa Drive. Those who commute with a personal vehicle have access to U.S. Route 36 and Colorado Highways 7 and 157, known as Foothills Parkway.

Commuters heading into Downtown Boulder will travel a little over 4 miles northwest of the neighborhood. The drive takes about 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the time of day. Traveling into Denver is roughly 27 miles and 30 to 50 minutes away.

Park-N-Ride bus stations make it easy to commute around Boulder.
Park-N-Ride bus stations make it easy to commute around Boulder.
Drivers can access U.S. Route 36 from Southeast Boulder.
Drivers can access U.S. Route 36 from Southeast Boulder.
Colorado's RTD bus service has stops all throughout South Boulder.
Colorado's RTD bus service has stops all throughout South Boulder.
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Southeast Boulder’s shopping and dining amenities

Meadows on the Parkway is a shopping center in the neighborhood providing commercial amenities. There’s Safeway and Walgreens for essentials, plus a selection of restaurants:

  • Big Daddy Bagels, which operates as a bakery and cafe
  • Gondolier Italian Eatery, serving traditional pasta entrees
  • McDevitt Taco Supply, with specialty tacos and full-service bar
  • Mount Everest Cuisine, for authentic Nepali dishes
“There are some nicer restaurants there, and some fast-casual,” Sawyer says. “We locals tend to stay away from the downtown area in the summer.” You can find more options closer to CU Boulder’s campus. At the Baseline Road and Denver Turnpike interchange, there’s Sprouts Farmers Market and a handful of chain eateries like McDonald’s and Cosmo’s Pizza.

The Meadows on the Parkway shopping center has a variety of small businesses.
The Meadows on the Parkway shopping center has a variety of small businesses.
Residents can pick up essentials from the Walgreens in The Meadows on the Parkway shopping center.
Residents can pick up essentials from the Walgreens in The Meadows on the Parkway shopping center.
Big Daddy Bagels is a local chain with breakfast bites in Southeast Boulder.
Big Daddy Bagels is a local chain with breakfast bites in Southeast Boulder.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

48 min drive

Bus

South Boulder Rd & Ed's Way

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Laurel Ave & Mcintire St

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Manhattan Dr & Illini Way

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8400 Block Baseline Rd

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Eisenhower Dr & Mckinley Dr

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Tenino Ave & 55th St

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6400 Block South Boulder Rd

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Southeast Boulder US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
4,191
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,639
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,190
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,025
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
757
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 21
    12 - 2pm

    130 Cherokee Way, Boulder, CO 80303

    $949,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,214 Sq Ft
    • 130 Cherokee Way
    • New 8 days ago

    Charming remodeled and functional mid-century ranch in family-friendly coveted Keewaydin Meadows neighborhood and close to shopping, great schools, open space, and East Boulder Rec Center! Easy access to Foothills Parkway and Hwy 36 commuters. Open floorplan, recent paint, and refinished hardwood floors throughout the main level create bright, welcoming living spaces. Main level includes three

    Mary Siefert Live West Realty

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  • Saturday, Mar 21
    2 - 4pm

    695 Manhattan Dr Unit 109, Boulder, CO 80303

    $369,999

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 880 Sq Ft
    • 695 Manhattan Dr
    • Unit 109
    • New 20 days ago

    Come see this bright, move-in ready corner unit in one of Boulder’s most convenient locations! NEW ROOF - 2026! This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom condo offers a stylish, open layout with new flooring, fresh paint, and a remodeled kitchen featuring plenty of cabinets, a spacious pantry, and breakfast bar. Cozy up by the wood-burning fireplace in the living room during winter and stay cool in summer with

    Matthew Mihalcin Copper and Stone Realty

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    11am - 2pm

    15 Pawnee Dr, Boulder, CO 80303

    $950,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,050 Sq Ft
    • 15 Pawnee Dr
    • New 15 days ago

    Welcome to 15 Pawnee Drive — a distinctive home perfectly positioned on a generous corner lot, offering the rare blend of effortless highway access and the feeling of a private Boulder retreat. With no HOA and mature landscaping, this property delivers both freedom and functionality. Step inside to a light-filled main level where newly refinished hardwood floors create warmth, continuity, and a

    Sarah Wells Your Castle Realty LLC

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
15,599
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$115,794
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$149,558

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
99.4%
College Graduates
80.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
54''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®

20 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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