Located on one of Boulder's most coveted streets with sweeping views of the Foothills, 2525 Balsam Drive is an extraordinary opportunity for a move-in ready home in an exceptional central location. This south-facing lot features brilliant natural light through massive front windows to make every day filled with light. The open floor plan offers wood floors, built-in shelving, skylights, a separate dining space, and Pella sliding doors to the outdoor deck area that is prime for entertaining while watching magnificent sunsets. The generous kitchen includes high-end appliances with a Wolf gas range and overhead hood, extensive cabinet storage, and countertop surface space along with expansive views from the kitchen sink. A desirable and hard-to-find main floor primary suite features dual closets, including a substantial walk-in closet, Foothill views and an updated attached ensuite with dual vanities, a soaking tub and a walk-in shower. A secondary bedroom and bathroom round out the main level. The walk-out lower level offers an ample recreation room with a cozy gas fireplace, an oversized laundry room, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom with a jetted soaking tub, and a sunny bonus that could be a great office or exercise room. The lower level also features Pella sliding doors that open onto a private stone patio overlooking the tremendous views. Extensive stonework, decking, and fencing are utilized to make the outdoor space ideal for privacy and entertaining. This tremendous location is the epi-center of town with easy access to all that Boulder has to offer while being perched on the ridge line to maximize the sensational landscape.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern, Ranch
Year Built: 1991
Stories: 1
Living Area: 3,164 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty 02
Office Phone: (303) 320-5733
Listing Agent: Stephen Remmert
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
Basement: Yes
Flooring Type: Wood Floors
Interior: Eat-in Kitchen, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen Island
Fireplace: Gas, Family/Recreation Room Fireplace
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
View: City
Exterior: Gas Grill
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Door Opener
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Curbs, Sidewalk, Sprinklers, Sloped
Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Boulder High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Casey Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Whittier Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: From Broadway, take Alpine Ave, cross over 19th St., go up the hill, go left onto Balsam Ave., to house on the left.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,795,000
Price Per SqFt: $567/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $9,547
Tax Year: 2020
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 29, 2015
May 29, 2015Home Sold
$1,150,000
Apr 01, 2015
Apr 01, 2015Home Sold
$800,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2020
$9,547
$109,674
2019
$8,791
$110,441
2018
$8,516
$101,398
2017
$7,837
$101,398
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
5
/10
Whittier Elementary School
2008 Pine St
Distance between this listing and this school0.48 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
3
/10
Casey Middle School
1301 High St
Distance between this listing and this school0.87 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
8
/10
Boulder High School
1604 Arapahoe Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Whittier Elementary School
2008 Pine St
Distance between this listing and this school0.48 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Columbine Elementary School
3130 Repplier St
Distance between this listing and this school0.43 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
8
/10
Foothill Elementary School
1001 Hawthorn Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
3
/10
Casey Middle School
1301 High St
Distance between this listing and this school0.87 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Centennial Middle School
2205 Norwood Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
8
/10
Horizons K-8 School
4545 Sioux Dr
Distance between this listing and this school2.72 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
8
/10
Boulder High School
1604 Arapahoe Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.04 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
6
/10
New Vista High School
700 20th St
Distance between this listing and this school1.82 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
1
/10
Halcyon School (Special Education)
3100 Bucknell Ct
Distance between this listing and this school2.45 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,938. The majority of Boulder, CO residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 2525 Balsam Dr
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 2525 Balsam Dr property is $1,795,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 2525 Balsam Dr is a house located in Boulder, Colorado, 80304.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 2525 Balsam Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 2525 Balsam Dr are: Whittier Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Casey Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Boulder High School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $9,547 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 29, 2015 for $1,150,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 2525 Balsam Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 2525 Balsam Dr is 3,164 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 2525 Balsam Dr is 1991.
This home is located at 2525 Balsam Dr in Boulder, CO and zip code 80304 in the North Central Boulder neighborhood. This 3,164 square foot home, which was built in 1991, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 18, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,795,000.
In April 2024 more than 28 listings in Boulder, CO were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 41 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 78 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Boulder, CO increased by 37% between March 2024 and April 2024. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 52 days, the median list price was $1,004,781.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.