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Century old homes and Rocky Mountain views
Historic homes and walkable streets bring a sense of charm to Whittier, a downtown Boulder neighborhood. As one of the city’s most established communities, some of the houses in Whittier date back to the 1800s, and many residents have lived in the area for decades. Downtown Boulder is less than a half mile from the area’s residential streets, and numerous coffee shops and other local businesses are within walking distance, with the Rocky Mountains Front Range serving as a daily backdrop.
Whittier is just outside of downtown, offering a mix of city and suburban living.
Cyclists enjoy riding through the scenic streets of Whittier.
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Victorians and turn-of-the-century bungalows
Streets are lined with a wide variety of architectural styles, from large Victorians with ornate adornments and expansive front porches to farmhouses and cozy turn-of-the-century bungalows. Whittier is one of the area’s more expensive neighborhoods, with home prices ranging from $500,000 to $6 million, depending on property sizes and style, single-family homes with over 2,000 square feet sell for $1.5 million to $6 million. “While homes sell for a lot here, it’s still a bit more affordable than nearby neighborhoods like Mapleton Hills,” says April Neuhause, a managing broker with Neuhause Real Estate. “The housing market has cooled off a bit. It’s not as hard to purchase because interest rates have gone up which has slowed down buyer activity. There’s more supply than demand, so people can take their time and negotiate now and not pay too high premiums.” Two and three-bedroom condos on the community’s south side range from $500,000 to $1 million.
Unique Victorian-style homes add character to Whittier.
A renovated bungalow with a lush yard adds charm to Whittier.
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Boulder Valley schools
Local families are served by the Boulder Valley School District, which earns an A rating and is listed as the best school district in the Denver area, according to Niche. Students can begin their K-12 years at Whittier Elementary School, which has a B-plus rating, before heading to the A-minus-rated Casey Middle School. After the eighth grade, students may attend Boulder High School, which boasts an A rating and is listed as the ninth-best public high school in Colorado. Boulder High was the first high school in the state and offers over 30 clubs, ranging from skiing and ultimate frisbee to knowledge bowl and fashion club.
in the Sugarloaf neighborhood.
Whittier Elementary School emphasizes academic excellence and personal growth.
Boulder High School boasts an A Niche grade
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Pearl Street shopping
Pearl Street is lined with dozens of small businesses and restaurants within walking distance of Whittier residents. “It’s a really vibrant shopping district,” says Neuhause. “Unique boutiques are more common than brand name shops, and there are tons of local cafes.” Boxcar Coffee Roasters is open seven days a week and is a local favorite. From the outside, River and Woods could be mistaken for a residential cottage, but inside, this locally owned restaurant is full of patrons enjoying classic western comfort food, from Rocky Mountain river trout to slow-braised Colorado short ribs. Walking west along Pearl Street will take shoppers to a selection of antique shops, including Bedell & Co and Classic Facets. Brick walkways take residents from store to store, and the city maintains floral displays downtown during the warmer months. “The city takes a lot of pride in their outdoor areas,” Neuhause says. “The public plots change with the seasons, from Holland bulbs and flowers to greenery. And at the end of the season, the bulbs are given away for locals to plant in their own gardens.”
The Boulder Farmers Market is a few blocks away on Canyon Boulevard and is open Saturday mornings between April and November, and Wednesday afternoons between May and October. For a larger selection of produce and other day-to-day goods there are Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s nearby, among others. “A lot of locals go to Ideal Market,” says Neuhause. “It’s a unique shopping experience and they sell organic produce and beautiful flowers.”
Locals love Avanti’s rooftop bar, just a short walk from Whittier.
Freebird Stores offers a diverse boot selection near Whittier.
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Whittier parks
There are a handful of pocket parks throughout the neighborhood, like Greenleaf Park, which has a playground, basketball court and open field space. Emma Gomez Martinez Park features similar amenities, along with a paved loop walking path. Whittier is also just a few miles from dozens of Rocky Mountain trailheads. The Dakota Ridge Trail is a 6-mile, out-and-back hike with expansive valley views. For a shorter outing, walkers and horseback riders can take the 1-mile Sanitas Valley Trail from Sunshine Canyon Drive.
Spend a sunny day exploring the natural beauty of Green Leaf Park, Boulder.
Emma Gomez Martinez Park
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Traveling to nearby communities
Travelers can head farther into the Rockies via Route 119 and can take Routes 36 or 93 southeast to Denver. Additionally, there are numerous bus stops along Pearl Street, 20th street and Canyon Boulevard, operated by the Regional Transportation District.
Whittier is served by the Boulder Transit Center for easy commuting.
Experience the joy of a summer day with outdoor activities in Chautauqua Park.
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On average, homes in Whittier, Boulder sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Whittier, Boulder over the last 12 months is $950,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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