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Sold for $1,760,000
  • $1,760,000

    178 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304

    3beds
    4,119sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1979
    0.89 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $427/sqft
    $6,613 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Panoramic viewsSun-drenched havenVaulted ceilingsSerene landscapeSpacious great roomArt studioOpen-concept design
    Discover the rarest of combinations in Boulder: a private compound with a detached carriage house featuring panoramic views all just 5 miles from the Pearl Street Mall. Welcome to this Pine Brook Hills sanctuary where luxury meets inspiration. At the heart of this nearly 1-acre estate is a beautifully remodeled main residence, a sun-drenched haven filled with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and panoramic foothill vistas from every window. The open-concept design features a spacious great room, a modern chef's kitchen, and two generous living areas. The primary suite feels like a secluded treehouse escape and includes direct deck access. Step outside to enjoy over 1,000sf of Trex decking, seamlessly connecting you to the serene landscape & remarkably flat, fenced yard space-a true mountain rarity. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with a brand new Class 4 impact-resistant Owens Corning STORM roof, which includes a transferable warranty & may qualify for significant homeowner insurance discounts. This mountain lifestyle is made effortless with paved roads, natural gas, community water, a voluntary HOA, a neighborhood fire station, & reliable school bus service. With nearly 5,000sf of space under roof, this property delivers the perfect blend of creative freedom, privacy, and convenient access to town. For the artist, entrepreneur, or anyone seeking an inspired haven, your search ends here.

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    Listed by:

    Jennifer Eiss 303-931-3477,

    Compass - Boulder

    Bought with:

    Peter Klein, 313751

    RealStars

    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1053965MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Description: Carpet
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 253 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 23
    Bedroom 2
    • Description: Carpet
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 13
    Bedroom 3
    • Description: Wood
    • Level: Additional
    • Area: 420 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20 x 21
    Dining room
    • Description: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 200 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10 x 20
    Family room
    • Description: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 484 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22 x 22
    Kitchen
    • Description: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 189 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9 x 21
    Laundry
    • Description: Vinyl
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 25 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5 x 5
    Living room
    • Description: Wood
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 575 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 23 x 25
    Recreation room
    • Description: Carpet
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10 x 15
    Study
    • Description: Carpet
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 143 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11 x 13
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Radiant
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Water Purifier Owned, Disposal
    • Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
    Features
    • Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island
    • Flooring: Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
    • Basement: None
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 4,119
    • Total interior livable area: 4,119 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 4,119

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, >8' Garage Door
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Details: Detached
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
    • Exterior features: Balcony
    • Fencing: Fenced
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Hills, Plains View, City
    Lot
    • Size: 0.89 Acres
    • Features: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Steep Slope, Rock Outcropping, Paved
    Details
    • Additional structures: Carriage House
    • Parcel number: R0034890
    • Zoning: F
    • Special conditions: Private Owner

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame, Composition, Painted/Stained
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1979

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Xcel Energy
    • Gas: Xcel Energy
    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: District
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Windows, High Efficiency Furnace, Thermostat

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Fire Alarm
    • Subdivision: Pine Brook Hills 7
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Services included: Management
    • HOA fee: $100 annually
    • HOA name: Pine Brook Hills
    Location
    • Region: Boulder

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $427/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,525,500
    • Annual tax amount: $9,299
    • Date on market: 3/16/2026
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Exclusions: Seller's personal property and staging items
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/24/2026Sold$1,760,000-11.8%$427/sqft
    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1053965 Report a problem
    6/2/2026Pending sale$1,995,000$484/sqft
    Source: REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1053965 Report a problem
    3/16/2026Price change$1,995,000-4.8%$484/sqft
    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1053965 Report a problem
    11/11/2025Price change$2,095,000-4.6%$509/sqft
    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1047180 Report a problem
    6/14/2025Listed for sale$2,195,000+128.6%$533/sqft
    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1036638 Report a problem
    5/26/2017Sold$960,000-1.8%$233/sqft
    Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #813908 Report a problem
    3/16/2017Price change$978,000-2%$237/sqft
    Source: Rocky Mountain RE Inc #813908 Report a problem
    1/20/2017Price change$998,000-4%$242/sqft
    Source: Rocky Mountain RE Inc #804399 Report a problem
    1/13/2017Listed for sale$1,040,000$252/sqft
    Source: Rocky Mountain RE Inc #804399 Report a problem
    11/21/2016Listing removed$1,040,000$252/sqft
    Source: Rocky Mountain RE Inc #804399 Report a problem
    10/7/2016Listed for sale$1,040,000+58.8%$252/sqft
    Source: Rocky Mountain RE Inc #804399 Report a problem
    1/31/2011Sold$655,000-12.6%$159/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/15/2010Price change$749,000-2.6%$182/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #618903 Report a problem
    4/15/2010Price change$769,000-2.5%$187/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #618903 Report a problem
    2/18/2010Listed for sale$789,000$192/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #618903 Report a problem
    1/16/2010Listing removed$789,000$192/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #592543 Report a problem
    9/6/2009Price change$789,000-1.3%$192/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #592543 Report a problem
    7/30/2009Listed for sale$799,000+135%$194/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX of Boulder #592543 Report a problem
    4/17/1997Sold$340,000$83/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,535 +1.7%$95,344 -13.3%
    2024$9,377 +21.1%$109,987 -1%
    2023$7,742 +5.2%$111,054 +38.3%
    2022$7,362 +12.6%$80,294 -2.8%
    2021$6,541 $82,604 +15.8%
    2020$6,541 +25.3%$71,336
    2019$5,219 $71,336 +26.2%
    2018$5,219 $56,527 -9.9%
    2017$5,219 -4.9%$62,756 +5.9%
    2016$5,486 +5.3%$59,279 +14%
    2015$5,212 -0.9%$51,995
    2014$5,258 +10.5%$51,995
    2013$4,758 +3.6%$51,995 +1.1%
    2012$4,594 +19.1%$51,410
    2011$3,856 +5.8%--
    2010$3,646 -3.8%$44,210
    2009$3,788 +2.5%$44,210 -17.1%
    2008$3,696 +3.7%$53,360
    2007$3,562 +3.2%$53,360 +7.3%
    2006$3,450 +5.9%$49,730
    2005$3,258 +11.3%$49,730 +3.9%
    2004$2,928 +0.2%$47,860
    2003$2,923 +9.1%$47,860 +15.6%
    2002$2,679 $41,390 -90.9%
    2001-- $452,400
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 80304

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Foothill
    • 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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