Why Live in Eldora
Eldora, a neighborhood in Nederland, Colorado, features a unique grid layout uncommon for mountain communities. Homes here are spread out with acres of land between neighbors, showcasing contemporary 1970s designs, many with detached buildings and wood fences. The architecture often includes cabin-inspired multilevel properties with wood siding and wrap-around porches, as well as single-story homes. Eldora is nestled within the Roosevelt National Forest, providing residents with excellent access to outdoor attractions like the Hessie Trail, which leads into the Indian Peaks Wilderness, and the Boulder Falls Trail, a short hike to a local waterfall. Eldora Mountain Resort, just 5 miles away, offers seasonal skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports. For shopping and dining, residents travel 4 miles to Nederland, where they can find eclectic stores and eateries such as Crosscut Pizzeria & Taphouse and the Train Cars Coffee & Kava. The neighborhood faces environmental challenges, including potential flooding from Middle Boulder Creek and wildfire risks, with heavy snowfall averaging 106 inches annually. Eldora is car-dependent, with Eldora Road being the main paved street connecting to Peak to Peak Highway. The Denver International Airport is 60 miles away. Children in Eldora attend schools in the Boulder Valley School District, with Nederland Elementary School being highly rated and Nederland Middle-Senior High School known for its performing arts program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eldora a good place to live?
Eldora is a good place to live. Eldora is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It has a median age of 51. The average household income is $72,775 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 53% of residents. A majority of residents in Eldora are home owners, with 31.9% of residents renting and 68.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Eldora can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Eldora neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Eldora?
The median home price in Eldora is $659,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $131,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $143K a year to afford the median home price in Eldora. The average household income in Eldora is $73K.
What are the best public schools in Eldora?
The best public schools that serve Eldora are:
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Home Trends in Eldora, CO
On average, homes in Eldora, Nederland sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Eldora, Nederland over the last 12 months is $668,000.
Median Sale Price
$668,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$668,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$659,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
