Boulder
Renowned for its outdoor lifestyle, thriving cultural scene, and stunning mountain backdrop, Boulder offers a truly unique Colorado experience.
Boulder offers one of the most accessible and environmentally friendly transportation systems in Colorado.:
Public Transit: Regional Transportation District (RTD) buses and the Flatiron Flyer provide convenient service throughout Boulder and direct connections to Denver, surrounding communities, and Denver International Airport.
Bicycle Infrastructure: Boulder is nationally recognized as one of America's most bike-friendly cities, featuring hundreds of miles of dedicated bike lanes, multi-use paths, and cycling routes that make commuting easy without a vehicle.
Highways: U.S. Highway 36 and Colorado Highway 119 connect Boulder to Denver, Longmont, Louisville, and neighboring Front Range communities.
Walkability: Many neighborhoods, especially Downtown Boulder, Whittier, and University Hill, offer exceptional walkability, allowing residents to reach restaurants, shopping, parks, and entertainment on foot.
Boulder features one of Colorado's strongest and most competitive real estate markets, driven by limited housing supply, high demand, and exceptional quality of life.
Luxury Single-Family Homes: Many neighborhoods feature custom homes with mountain views, spacious lots, and premium finishes. Areas such as North Boulder, Table Mesa, and Mapleton Hill offer some of the city's most desirable residences.
Historic Homes: Boulder's historic districts showcase beautifully preserved Victorian, Craftsman, and early 20th-century homes full of architectural character.
Modern Condominiums and Townhomes: Downtown Boulder and surrounding neighborhoods offer contemporary condominiums and townhomes that appeal to professionals, retirees, and buyers seeking low-maintenance living close to shopping and dining.
University Area Housing: Near the University of Colorado Boulder, buyers will find condominiums, duplexes, and smaller single-family homes that serve students, faculty, investors, and long-term residents.
Boulder consistently ranks among Colorado's highest-priced housing markets due to limited developable land, strict growth policies, and sustained buyer demand. Home values remain strong thanks to the city's highly educated workforce, technology industry, outstanding schools, and desirable outdoor lifestyle.
Inventory often remains limited, making well-priced homes highly competitive. Buyers benefit from working with experienced local real estate professionals who understand Boulder's unique neighborhoods and market conditions.
129,202 people live in Boulder, where the median age is 32.8 and the average individual income is $62,775. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Boulder, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Boulder Raw, Frontier Natural Products Co-Op, and Moe's Broadway Bagel.
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| Dining · $ | 0.46 miles | 1 review | 3/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.01 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 1.06 miles | 71 reviews | 3.4/5 stars | |
| Dining | 1.14 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.15 miles | 145 reviews | 3.9/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.04 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.16 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.46 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.99 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.05 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.1 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.12 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.61 miles | 14 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.64 miles | 25 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.9 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.92 miles | 3 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.99 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.05 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.06 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.09 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.09 miles | 14 reviews | 4.4/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.12 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.14 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.16 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
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Boulder has 54,241 households, with an average household size of 10.91. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Boulder do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 129,202 people call Boulder home. The population density is 2,178 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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