838 University Ave Boulder, CO 80302
University Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $12,840/month
Highlights
- Spa
- City View
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Flatirons Elementary School Rated A
- Open Floorplan
- Deck
About This Home
GREAT NEW PRICE! Built in 1904, this home has been lovingly renovated using an artful combination of antique & reclaimed materials in unique & thoughtful ways. Environmentally sound & chemical free enhancements were chosen to create this serene haven, right in the heart of Boulder. Elevated from the street & backing to Mattie Dean Garden & the historic Columbia Cemetery for fabulous unobstructed Flatiron Views year-round & the magical feel of living amongst nature in an eco-oasis. If you're feeling spry, make sure you climb up the amazing treehouse and enjoy the views from 2 and 3 stories up. Built with reclaimed barn wood and stained glass windows, it is independently constructed so as not to interfere with the health of the tree. This prized location is within strolling distance to Alpine Modern for coffee, CU Campus for CU Buff home games and other popular events, Chautauqua Park for a hike or a show, and Foothill trails are only a quarter mile away. Stroll past Boulder Creek to Boulder's acclaimed Pearl St Mall for dining, shopping & entertainment and you'll be well positioned for enjoying the Sundance Film Festival. Gorgeous hardwood floors, lovely stained glass, transom and bay windows, restored woodwork, brass antique lighting, fixtures and hardware all add to the warmth & character. Natural light flows through numerous windows from the outdoors and also through cleverly placed art and stained glass between rooms & levels. There is so much to take in when touring this property, allow yourself adequate time as this is truly a one of a kind home in THE ideal location for living the quintessential Boulder lifestyle!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,218
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 6,404 Sq Ft Lot
- Open Space
- Southern Exposure
- Fenced
- Xeriscape Landscape
- Landscaped with Trees
- Property is zoned RL-1
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Veneer
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
- Stone
Interior Spaces
- 3,247 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Multiple Fireplaces
- Electric Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Wood Frame Window
- French Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- City Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Gas Oven or Range
- Washer
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Primary bathroom on main floor
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Balcony
- Deck
- Outdoor Storage
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Flatirons Elementary School
- Manhattan Middle School
- Boulder High School
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Water Purifier is Owned
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Buena Vista Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number R0004125
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,218 | $114,281 | $71,850 | $42,431 |
| 2024 | $10,218 | $114,281 | $71,850 | $42,431 |
| 2023 | $10,041 | $116,272 | $73,017 | $46,940 |
| 2022 | $9,510 | $102,409 | $61,765 | $40,644 |
| 2021 | $9,068 | $105,355 | $63,542 | $41,813 |
| 2020 | $7,765 | $89,211 | $55,055 | $34,156 |
| 2019 | $7,647 | $89,211 | $55,055 | $34,156 |
| 2018 | $7,264 | $83,779 | $35,712 | $48,067 |
| 2017 | $7,036 | $92,623 | $39,482 | $53,141 |
| 2016 | $5,918 | $68,360 | $27,382 | $40,978 |
| 2015 | $5,604 | $61,053 | $26,666 | $34,387 |
| 2014 | $5,133 | $61,053 | $26,666 | $34,387 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Price Changed | $2,250,000 | -2.0% | $693 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $2,295,000 | -- | $707 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $675,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $144,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $107,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $780,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $150,000 | Commercial | |
| Closed | $696,500 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $704,200 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $136,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $540,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $258,672 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $242,500 | Unknown |
Source: IRES MLS
MLS Number: 1038572
APN: 1461361-27-006
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