Beautifully updated and thoughtfully remodeled, this spacious 4-bedroom home in desirable Martin Acres blends comfort, flexibility, and convenience. A substantial rear addition creates exceptional living space, featuring a bright and inviting family room along with an expansive primary suite complete with private exterior access and two oversized Elfa closets. The remodeled Kitchen is a chef's dream and offers recessed lighting, large granite island, Miele dishwasher, Dacor gas stove and Electrolux double oven. Hardwood flooring throughout, central A/C, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. New windows, new roof, new exterior paint and insulation! The home offers an ideal layout with excellent separation of space, abundant natural light, and seasonal mountain views. Step outside to a large fully fenced backyard with a big trex deck.Unbeatable access to Hwy 36, nearby paths, CU Boulder, Table Mesa shopping center, and RTD bus lines. This move-in-ready home combines charm, functionality, and an exceptional Boulder location-truly a must-see.
Sold for $975,000
$975,000
170 S 42nd St, Boulder, CO 80305
4beds
2,038sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
6,824 Square Feet Lot
$974,700 Zestimate®
$478/sqft
$3,896 Estimated rent
Home value
$974,700
$926,000 - $1.03M
$3,896/mo
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christina Davies 303-443-6161,
LIV Sotheby's Intl Realty
Bought with:
Michael Bader, 40026061
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1059190
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Hardwood
- Features: 3/4 Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 22
Bedroom 2
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 8
Bedroom 4
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Family room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Kitchen
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Living room
- Description: Hardwood
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 24
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Down Draft, Self Cleaning Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Open Floorplan
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,038
- Total interior livable area: 2,038 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,038
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,824 sqft
- Features: Paved, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: R0013139
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Xcel
- Gas: Xcel
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Boulder
- Subdivision: Martin Acres
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2026 | Sold | $975,000$478/sqft |
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| 5/17/2026 | Pending sale | $975,000$478/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1059190 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $975,000+146.2%$478/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1059190 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,675+18.5%$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2019 | Listing removed | $3,100$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,100+3.3%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2017 | Listing removed | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2017 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2009 | Sold | $396,000+0.3%$194/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2009 | Listed for sale | $395,000+96%$194/sqft |
Source: Colorado Landmark, Realtors #612227 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/1998 | Sold | $201,500+4.9%$99/sqft |
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| 4/30/1996 | Sold | $192,000$94/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,751 +1.8% | $59,438 -12.9% |
| 2024 | $5,649 +12.8% | $68,227 -1% |
| 2023 | $5,008 +4.9% | $68,888 +27.7% |
| 2022 | $4,776 +4.3% | $53,932 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $4,581 | $55,484 +5.4% |
| 2020 | $4,581 +9% | $52,625 |
| 2019 | $4,202 | $52,625 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $4,202 | $48,470 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $4,202 +15% | $53,587 +26.9% |
| 2016 | $3,654 +5.6% | $42,212 +17.5% |
| 2015 | $3,460 +14.6% | $35,916 |
| 2014 | $3,020 -1.8% | $35,916 |
| 2013 | $3,074 +0.9% | $35,916 -2.1% |
| 2012 | $3,047 +36.9% | $36,695 |
| 2011 | $2,225 +7.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,078 -8.3% | $27,530 |
| 2009 | $2,265 +3.5% | $27,530 -22.2% |
| 2008 | $2,188 +10.7% | $35,400 |
| 2007 | $1,976 +1% | $35,400 +11.3% |
| 2006 | $1,956 +3.8% | $31,800 |
| 2005 | $1,884 +0.7% | $31,800 +3.1% |
| 2004 | $1,871 -0.8% | $30,840 |
| 2003 | $1,887 +10.3% | $30,840 +14.1% |
| 2002 | $1,710 | $27,040 -90.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $295,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Martin Acres
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Creekside Elementary School At Martin ParkGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And AcademicsGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Fairview High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Creekside
- Middle: Manhattan
- High: Fairview
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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- Boulder County
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- 80305
- Martin Acres
- 170 S 42nd St
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