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Sunset

Sunset

$643,673 Average Value
$393 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Historic neighborhood close to downtown

Sitting adjacent to downtown Longmont, Sunset is a residential neighborhood with access to plenty of shopping and dining options. As part of Old Town, the streets are lined with century-old housing options. The city itself was established in the 1870s as a Chicago-Colorado colony, with Sunset being one of its first neighborhoods on the west side. Now, its gridded streets support a suburban lifestyle while still being located near the city’s center. “It’s a great area because it’s close to hiking trails, but you can also walk to downtown,” says Marc Wishner, real estate broker and owner of Affiliated Property Brokers of Boulder, who has 30 years of experience.

Downtown Longmont is a lively place where you can bring the family and try diverse dining.
Downtown Longmont is a lively place where you can bring the family and try diverse dining.
Teocalli Cocina is a popular Mexican restaurant with large outdoor patio and incredible food.
Teocalli Cocina is a popular Mexican restaurant with large outdoor patio and incredible food.
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Homes between a decade and century old

Homes in Sunset are lined along gridded residential streets surrounded by mature trees. “It’s a really nice, private area, with not a huge amount of development,” Wishner says. As one of the Historic Westside neighborhoods, Craftsman bungalows built between the 1910s and 1940s, that have cottage features such as front porches and stone accents, make up the architectural landscape. These properties range from 1,000 to 3,000 square feet and can cost $535,000 to $1.1 million, depending on size and condition. Mid-century, single-story homes are also common, with vinyl siding and flat roofs. These homes range from 800 to 1,600 square feet and are priced between $400,000 and $675,000. Some of these remodeled properties have more contemporary architecture. Additionally, sprawling brick ranch-style homes go for $475,000 to $600,000.

You'll find many different style homes throughout Sunset.
You'll find many different style homes throughout Sunset.
This custom Colonial is a beautiful representation of some of the homes in Sunset.
This custom Colonial is a beautiful representation of some of the homes in Sunset.
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Main Street’s shopping and dining

While a majority of Sunset is residential, there are a few local restaurant options along its streets. West Side Tavern is a gastropub on Third Avenue and has a seasonal menu and fresh ingredients. There’s also Martini’s Bistro, offering an upscale dining experience and expansive cocktail list. Additionally, the neighborhood is close to Longmont’s Business District and its retail and restaurant scene along Main Street. Novelty shops like Snarkington’s and Wolf & Wren Press provide a unique and personalized shopping experience. Landline Doughnuts & Coffee specializes in gourmet potato doughnuts, while Rosalee’s Pizzeria is known for its vintage vibes and savory slices. Miss Krissy’s Bistro is a casual restaurant serving both southern-inspired and internationally-influenced dishes. Getting groceries requires traveling outside of the neighborhood. Longs Peak Grocery Market is around a mile north on Francis Street, and Safeway is roughly 2 miles south on Ken Pratt Boulevard.

Make sure you pick up a souvenir when visiting downtown at Snarkington’s Gifts.
Make sure you pick up a souvenir when visiting downtown at Snarkington’s Gifts.
Rosalee's Pizzeria has some of the best ambiance and pizza in all of Longmont.
Rosalee's Pizzeria has some of the best ambiance and pizza in all of Longmont.
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Neighborhood parks and city facilities

When it comes to recreation, Sunset’s streets are dotted with green spaces and outdoor facilities. “The west side of town is very active,” Wishner says. “A lot of people will retire from Boulder and come here to settle down in a quieter location with more greenery.” The City of Longmont’s Sunset Golf Course is open to the public and has nine fairways that are lined with trees. The Sunset Neighborhood Park, also called Price Park, sits north of the golf course and has an open play area. Sunset Swimming Pool is an outdoor swimming pool with two waterslides. Farther east, toward Downtown, Roosevelt Park is a local hotspot for live music in the summer. In the winter, the park hosts Longmont’s Ice Pavilion, a skating rink. There’s also a senior center and a recreation center on the grounds. Thompson Park is another green space that has a playground and a multi-use field. As part of Old Town Longmont, Old Mill Park is a designated historic landmark with multiple 19th-century cabins and buildings.

Practice your swing at Sunset Golf Course.
Practice your swing at Sunset Golf Course.
Sunset Park has an incredible pool with slides for when you need to beat the heat.
Sunset Park has an incredible pool with slides for when you need to beat the heat.
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Getting educated at Saint Vrain Valley Schools

Central Elementary School earns an A-minus grade from Niche and has an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. From there, students can attend Westview Middle School, which receives a A-minus, and has an award-winning robotics program. Longmont High School maintains an A-minus and, according to Niche, is ranked as the No. 8 best public high school in Boulder County. Longmont High provides a national business program, plus medical and bioscience academies.

Educational opportunities abound at Longmont High School.
Educational opportunities abound at Longmont High School.
Engage in diverse academic programs and extracurriculars at Westview Middle School.
Engage in diverse academic programs and extracurriculars at Westview Middle School.
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Commuting in and around Sunset

Sunset’s gridded streets and sidewalks allow for afternoon strolls and occasional shopping trips downtown. However, traveling outside the neighborhood may require a vehicle. Commuters can access US Route 287, known as Main Street, to the east of the neighborhood. For public transportation, the local Regional Transportation District (RTD) provides bus services, which have stops along Longs Peak Avenue, Francis Street and Ninth Avenue.

Public transportation is easily accessible throughout Sunset.
Public transportation is easily accessible throughout Sunset.
Downtown Longmont near Sunset has all kinds of dining options with outdoor seating.
Downtown Longmont near Sunset has all kinds of dining options with outdoor seating.
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Transit

Airport

Denver International

52 min drive

Bus

9th Ave & Pratt St

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Francis St & 8th Ave

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Longs Peak Ave & Grant St

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Hover St & 3rd Ave

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Gay St & 8th Ave

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Longs Peak Ave & Pratt St

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Francis St & Longs Peak Ave

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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,732
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1946
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,805
Below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,827
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,009
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Friday, Mar 20
    4 - 6pm

    235 Bowen St, Longmont, CO 80501

    $625,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 884 Sq Ft
    • 235 Bowen St
    • New 2 days ago

    LUCKY YOU! You've found the truly most enchanting, magical home in Old Town Longmont. Fully renovated in 2011, this home maintains its quintessential cottage bungalow charm while encompassing the modern conveniences of the 21st century. INTERIOR PHOTOS COMING TUESDAY! Situated on a quiet, corner lot surrounded by mature pines & deciduous trees, 235 Bowen is all about indoor-outdoor living. The

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  • Sunday, Mar 15
    12 - 3pm

    19 Dale Place, Longmont, CO 80501

    $750,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,501 Sq Ft
    • 19 Dale Place

    2,761 SqFt with a 2.5% assumable loan! Spacious and beautifully finished home in a coveted and desirable Longmont location, offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a 1/2 bath, plus a finished basement ideal for flexible living, entertaining, or guest space. The thoughtful layout is complemented by beautiful finishes throughout, a two-car garage, an updated kitchen, beautiful hardwood flooring, and

    Mark Prucha Equity Colorado-Front Range

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  • Saturday, Mar 14
    3 - 6pm

    1920 Spruce Ave, Longmont, CO 80501

    $890,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,532 Sq Ft
    • 1920 Spruce Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    Gracious ranch living at the heart of It all! There are homes that merely provide shelter, and then there are homes that become the quiet center of a well-lived life. This Goldilocks-sized 2,666-square-foot ranch residence in the heart of Longmont is unmistakably the latter.The home's single-level layout offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms across a thoughtfully arranged main floor - minimal

    Will Calkins LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,158
Median Age
45
Population under 18
18.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$77,708
On par with the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$106,414

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.4%
College Graduates
49.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
55''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Fairly friendly

Walk Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit Score®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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