Unicorn Downtown Condos, A Craftsman on the Hill, and a Tale of First Time Buyers Who Find a Home
This week, we helped a young professional couple buy their first home in Boulder. Although we’ve already closed many deals in the first quarter, this one felt special. It wasn’t the fact we beat many competitive offers, bidding wars in this price range and location are normal. It was the fact that the property works exceptionally well for these buyers and their objectives. It’s not their dream home. It meets their needs, fits their budget, and years from now, when they move up to a “forever home”, it will be a nice income producing asset in their investment portfolio. It was a smart real estate decision.
Success is always defined by our clients. For some, it’s maximizing the sale price and downsizing. For others, it’s finding a place to raise their family. It could be a dream home, the one they’ve pinched and saved to find. It might be safe place for their child to sleep and study while they attend CU.
As we start to move towards the end of the 1st quarter, the Boulder market remains active with exceptionally low inventory. Serious buyers and sellers know there is no short-cut to seeing real estate in person. Time is short. There are a lot of not so great houses. The following are the best homes to hit the Boulder real estate market and, to better educate you, a discussion of notable sales.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Sold Listings of Note
2430 Briarwood Dr | $1.31MM | More Details
Devil’s Thumb is a neighborhood within Table Mesa with larger homes on bigger lots, some of which have been nicely updated. This isn’t one of them. You know it’s bad when the listing agent doesn’t provide interior photos. The new owner will likely complete a full gut and remodel at some point in the near future. The lot size can support an expansion as well. Although the listing photos show expansive open space, don’t be fooled. It’s on a quiet cul-de-sac, but not directly adjacent to open space. The sale sets a good benchmark for an original condition two-story on a decent size lot in Devil’s Thumb, not in proximity to the electric transfer station on the other side of the neighborhood.
810 Zamia Ave | $1.05MM| More Details
With Boulder’s best schools, exceptional open space, and a recently revamped retail center – Table Mesa has one of the most active markets in the city. This sale sets the new valuation benchmark for a ranch with a fully finished basement, in decent condition with mild updates, on a slightly smaller than typical size lot. Sold for asking, multiple offers, 4 days on market.
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To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Boulder
2336 Spruce St A & B | $2.01MM | More Details
This condo is a unicorn. About 3,500 SQFT, all on one level with two underground parking spaces, a few blocks from downtown on a popular street, filled with historic homes. Greenleaf park is a minute away. It features high end finishes, an elevator, and large private outdoor spaces with good indoor/outdoor transitions. Handicapped accessible. This will not last long. If you’re serious, move quickly.
907 11th St | $1.57MM | More Details
Due diligence: Don’t base your plans on having a legal ADU or adding a garage without a trip to the city planning office. Ask your Realtor to take you.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
4275 Eutaw Dr | $1.15MM | More Details
A moderate size mid 60’s, four bedroom house on a large corner lot in Frasier Meadows. Some updates. Vaulted ceilings create a sense of spaciousness. Extensive landscaping. Boiler, not forced air, a plus for those with sensitivities to dust and other allergens.
Due diligence: analyze the valuation with comparables in the neighborhood, adjusted for lot size and updates. Check for traffic noise issues from nearby US 36.
2616 7th St | $1.01MM | More Details
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
3000 Broadway St 9 | $525K | More Details
Similar in size and function of the house above at about half the price. Sure, Broadway is busy and the traffic noise is endless, but it’s still quite rentable. Finishes look updated sometime recently.
4879 White Rock Cir A | $330K | More Details
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
2727 Folsom St 319 | $329K | More Details
Lafayette
793 Snowbird Ln | $815K | More Details
A reasonably sized 3 bedroom, 3 bath with a master suite on the main level. The real draw is that it backs to the golf course at Indian Peaks and is a short commute into Boulder. Appears well maintained.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Longmont
3921 Iron Ct | $715K | More Details
Lake Valley is a hidden gem, overlooked by many Boulder buyers because of its Longmont mailing address. This is the first neighborhood north of Dakota Ridge, directly accessible to open space. It features rolling terrain, large lots, and a golf course. Even if you don’t play, it’s an appealing place to live. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath house is spread across ~4000 SQFT and includes a 3 car garage. Kitchen update is nice but some of the other finishes could use an update. At this price, don’t expect it to be on the market long.
Niwot
7147 Overbrook Dr | $760K | More Details
A ranch style house on a large lot in Niwot. Some updates. Priced well. Lots of nearby trails, easy commute into Boulder, or just hang out in Niwot for small town charm.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation and price trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
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Unicorn Downtown Condos, A Craftsman on the Hill, and a Tale of First Time Buyers Who Find a Home
This week, we helped a young professional couple buy their first home in Boulder. Although we’ve already closed many deals in the first quarter, this one felt special. It wasn’t the fact we beat many competitive offers, bidding wars in this price range and location are normal. It was the fact that the property works exceptionally well for these buyers and their objectives. It’s not their dream home. It meets their needs, fits their budget, and years from now, when they move up to a “forever home”, it will be a nice income producing asset in their investment portfolio. It was a smart real estate decision.
Success is always defined by our clients. For some, it’s maximizing the sale price and downsizing. For others, it’s finding a place to raise their family. It could be a dream home, the one they’ve pinched and saved to find. It might be safe place for their child to sleep and study while they attend CU.
As we start to move towards the end of the 1st quarter, the Boulder market remains active with exceptionally low inventory. Serious buyers and sellers know there is no short-cut to seeing real estate in person. Time is short. There are a lot of not so great houses. The following are the best homes to hit the Boulder real estate market and, to better educate you, a discussion of notable sales.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Sold Listings of Note
2430 Briarwood Dr | $1.31MM | More Details
Devil’s Thumb is a neighborhood within Table Mesa with larger homes on bigger lots, some of which have been nicely updated. This isn’t one of them. You know it’s bad when the listing agent doesn’t provide interior photos. The new owner will likely complete a full gut and remodel at some point in the near future. The lot size can support an expansion as well. Although the listing photos show expansive open space, don’t be fooled. It’s on a quiet cul-de-sac, but not directly adjacent to open space. The sale sets a good benchmark for an original condition two-story on a decent size lot in Devil’s Thumb, not in proximity to the electric transfer station on the other side of the neighborhood.
810 Zamia Ave | $1.05MM| More Details
With Boulder’s best schools, exceptional open space, and a recently revamped retail center – Table Mesa has one of the most active markets in the city. This sale sets the new valuation benchmark for a ranch with a fully finished basement, in decent condition with mild updates, on a slightly smaller than typical size lot. Sold for asking, multiple offers, 4 days on market.
Fresh Listings
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Boulder
2336 Spruce St A & B | $2.01MM | More Details
This condo is a unicorn. About 3,500 SQFT, all on one level with two underground parking spaces, a few blocks from downtown on a popular street, filled with historic homes. Greenleaf park is a minute away. It features high end finishes, an elevator, and large private outdoor spaces with good indoor/outdoor transitions. Handicapped accessible. This will not last long. If you’re serious, move quickly.
907 11th St | $1.57MM | More Details
Due diligence: Don’t base your plans on having a legal ADU or adding a garage without a trip to the city planning office. Ask your Realtor to take you.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
4275 Eutaw Dr | $1.15MM | More Details
A moderate size mid 60’s, four bedroom house on a large corner lot in Frasier Meadows. Some updates. Vaulted ceilings create a sense of spaciousness. Extensive landscaping. Boiler, not forced air, a plus for those with sensitivities to dust and other allergens.
Due diligence: analyze the valuation with comparables in the neighborhood, adjusted for lot size and updates. Check for traffic noise issues from nearby US 36.
2616 7th St | $1.01MM | More Details
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
3000 Broadway St 9 | $525K | More Details
Similar in size and function of the house above at about half the price. Sure, Broadway is busy and the traffic noise is endless, but it’s still quite rentable. Finishes look updated sometime recently.
4879 White Rock Cir A | $330K | More Details
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
2727 Folsom St 319 | $329K | More Details
Lafayette
793 Snowbird Ln | $815K | More Details
A reasonably sized 3 bedroom, 3 bath with a master suite on the main level. The real draw is that it backs to the golf course at Indian Peaks and is a short commute into Boulder. Appears well maintained.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation, negotiation, and market trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
Longmont
3921 Iron Ct | $715K | More Details
Lake Valley is a hidden gem, overlooked by many Boulder buyers because of its Longmont mailing address. This is the first neighborhood north of Dakota Ridge, directly accessible to open space. It features rolling terrain, large lots, and a golf course. Even if you don’t play, it’s an appealing place to live. This 5 bedroom, 4 bath house is spread across ~4000 SQFT and includes a 3 car garage. Kitchen update is nice but some of the other finishes could use an update. At this price, don’t expect it to be on the market long.
Niwot
7147 Overbrook Dr | $760K | More Details
A ranch style house on a large lot in Niwot. Some updates. Priced well. Lots of nearby trails, easy commute into Boulder, or just hang out in Niwot for small town charm.
To schedule a private showing, which includes a discussion of valuation and price trends, call Osman at 303.746.6896.
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