The Best Neighborhoods in Boulder County, CO by Home Value

The map shows where residents in Boulder County and surrounding areas believe are the best places to live. Top areas are in dark green, with less-desired areas in red.

 

Boulder County, CO map of the best places to live by home value
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Desireability Index

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The most desired areas tend to be in the south parts of the county, while more affordable homes are in the southwest regions.

Median house prices in Boulder County, CO are $764,822, meaning Boulder County homes are much more expensive than the US median of $393,134. We also analyzed a significant sample of counties with similar populations and found homes in Boulder County cost much more.

Comparing within Colorado, Boulder County home prices are more expensive than the state's average of $541,803. These are the best neighborhoods as judged by the market: the places people most want to live. While these areas tend to have lower crime rates and higher quality of life, it is primarily a map of the best areas by median home value in Boulder County, CO.

In regards to housing disparity, the quality of neighborhood within Boulder County varies greatly.

Schools are a key consideration for many movers. Using SchoolGrade data, Schools in Boulder County, CO average a SchoolGrade of B with 45% actual proficiency vs 43% projected. Overall, schools in Boulder County, CO exceed expectations.

Another important factor that contributes to the quality of life in any neighborhood is the availability and speed of internet services. A high-speed internet connection can significantly enhance day-to-day experiences, from working at home to streaming entertainment or even viewing interactive maps like these. For those interested in high speed internet in Boulder County, a visit to ispreports.org provides a comprehensive look at available internet providers.

Data Sources: U.S. Census, proprietary data mapping and analysis

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Updated 2023 using the most recent data available (2021)