Privacy, amazing light, generous sized rooms, and quality construction make this home sing! Quietly commanding one of the most private positions in an ultra-exclusive North Boulder enclave of just four homes, the residence is 7,500+ square feet of architectural seduction. Designed by award-winning architect David Waugh with interiors by the celebrated Mickey Ackerman, every room in this residence was crafted to stop you in your tracks. A dramatic double-height foyer greets you with a sweeping wood staircase, walls of glass, and the kind of presence that makes you exhale the moment you walk in - bold, warm, and unmistakably refined. Sun-drenched living spaces unfold with effortless rhythm, drawing you into the expansive kitchen anchored by a huge island, custom cabinetry, and a curated selection of premium appliances. Explore the elegant dining and living areas that pour out onto a covered stone patio made for long evenings and memorable gatherings. Then there's the showstopper - a dedicated bonus wing perched above the garage with floor-to-ceiling built-ins, rich hardwood floors, and an atmosphere that flat-out refuses to let you leave. Envision it as a private library, media room, a kids' play area, a creative studio - whatever your heart desires! There is absolutely nothing else like this stunning space anywhere on the market. Upstairs, four en-suite bedrooms deliver resort-level privacy, anchored by a primary suite that doesn't just retreat - it transcends! Soaring ceilings, a fireplace, a lounge area, and a stunning south-facing balcony that practically demands you welcome the day here with morning coffee. The lower level keeps the energy alive with a media lounge, wet bar, fitness space, guest suite, and all the storage you've always wanted. All of this, and only minutes from Pearl Street, hiking trails, Boulder's best markets, and top-tier schools. This is a rare address where absolute privacy and effortless access don't just coexist - they thrive together.
For sale
$4,950,000
1285 Meadow Pl, Boulder, CO 80304
5beds
7,817sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
0.36 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$633/sqft
$163/mo HOA
What's special
Media loungeStunning south-facing balconyGuest suiteHuge islandFour en-suite bedroomsGenerous sized roomsCustom cabinetry
- 133 days |
- 283 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marybeth Emerson 720-394-1997,
The Agency - Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1056204
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: Full Primary Bath, Luxury Features Primary Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 513 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 27
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 24
Bedroom 4
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Description: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Family room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 532 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 19
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 27
Recreation room
- Description: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 702 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 39
Study
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Heating
- Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant, 2 or more H20 Heaters
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Bar-B-Q, Disposal
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen Island, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Daylight,Built-In Radon,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Two or More, Gas, Living Room, Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,432
- Total interior livable area: 7,817 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,432
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Attached, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: Attached
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
- Waterfront features: Stream(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.36 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Level, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: R0507338
- Zoning: SFR
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Stucco
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: XCEL, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Gas: XCEL
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Southern Exposure, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park
- Security: Security System, Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Meadow Trail
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Common Amenities
- HOA fee: $1,950 annually
- HOA name: Meadow Trail HOA
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $633/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $6,687,100
- Annual tax amount: $39,255
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property and Any Staging Items
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Price change | $4,950,000-9.9%$633/sqft |
Source:  IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1056204 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $5,495,000-6.1%$703/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1041390 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $5,850,000+166.9%$748/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1041390 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2011 | Sold | $2,192,000$280/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $38,656 +1.8% | $417,944 -5.8% |
| 2024 | $37,985 +19.2% | $443,533 -1% |
| 2023 | $31,862 +4.9% | $447,836 +30.5% |
| 2022 | $30,383 +27.1% | $343,108 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $23,897 | $352,981 +28.6% |
| 2020 | $23,897 +2% | $274,531 |
| 2019 | $23,421 | $274,531 +1.6% |
| 2018 | $23,421 | $270,137 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $23,421 +10.3% | $298,652 +21.7% |
| 2016 | $21,237 +5.6% | $245,327 +28.1% |
| 2015 | $20,110 +24.9% | $191,557 |
| 2014 | $16,106 -8.3% | $191,557 |
| 2013 | $17,561 +8.6% | $191,557 -1.6% |
| 2012 | $16,167 +7.6% | $194,701 |
| 2011 | $15,029 +55.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $9,674 -21.4% | $197,020 +53.7% |
| 2009 | $12,311 | $128,180 |
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Neighborhood: Catalpa Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Crest View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Centennial Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Boulder High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crest View
- Middle: Centennial
- High: Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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