Incredible new price! 1895 Balsam Ave is located in one of Boulder's most desirable neighborhoods - blocks to Ideal Shopping Center and Pearl Street Mall - and designed with an impeccable layout for easy, everyday living and entertaining. A stunning, elevated home with tremendous curb appeal that carries through to a happy, sun-filled interior and the most delightful backyard. Outside you'll enjoy multiple entertaining spaces with an expansive flagstone patio with bistro lights and a trickling fountain, well cared for mature trees, lush grassy areas and beautiful blooms - all fully fenced for the utmost privacy. Inside shines with brilliant hardwood floors, a hand-cut quartzite wall and vaulted ceilings with skylights accented by cedar beams. The gourmet kitchen boasts a double convection oven/microwave, five-burner gas stove, farmer's sink and striking poured concrete countertops with new marble tile backsplash, lighting and cabinet depth refrigerator. Upstairs features four of five bedrooms and three bathrooms (two ensuite). The tranquil primary bedroom suite shines with sunny bamboo flooring and skylights, a reimagined custom closet wall and the most exquisite bathroom remodel. A convenient home office plus a large family, recreation room with a cozy, new gas fireplace grace the garden level. The basement is the perfect retreat for guests and workouts with a fifth bedroom, its own full, huge bathroom and the bonus room/gym. The new washer, dryer and hot water heater add peace of mind. Outside, refined native front landscaping with irrigation and a new garage door enhance the facade, while the spacious backyard provides a serene escape. Located minutes from Boulder's best amenities, this home offers the perfect balance of city convenience and outdoor adventure. With its thoughtful updates, genius layout and prime location, 1895 Balsam Avenue is easily your forever home. Schedule your private showing today & experience the best of Boulder living.
Sold for $1,550,000
$1,550,000
1895 Balsam Ave, Boulder, CO 80304
5beds
3,388sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
9,431 Square Feet Lot
$1,536,000 Zestimate®
$457/sqft
$7,077 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,536,000
$1.43M - $1.66M
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Meghan Bach 619-955-2788,
Compass - Boulder
Bought with:
Alison Sirlin, 40016032
Live West Realty
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1025251
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Bamboo
- Features: 3/4 Primary Bath, Luxury Features Primary Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Family room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 391 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 23
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 19
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 17
Study
- Level: Lower
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,670
- Total interior livable area: 3,388 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,670
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stall Shower
Features
- Levels: Four
- Stories: 4
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,431 Square Feet
- Features: City Limits, Paved, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Fire Hydrant within 500 Feet
Details
- Parcel number: R0007959
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Stucco, Wood Siding, Cedar, Painted/Stained
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Xcel Energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, Satellite Avail, High Speed Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Beckers
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $457/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,876,300
- Annual tax amount: $10,894
- Date on market: 1/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/24/2025 | Listing removed | $6,500$2/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Price change | $6,500-7.1%$2/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,000-6.7%$2/sqft |
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| 5/2/2025 | Listing removed | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 4/21/2025 | Listing removed | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 4/14/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 4/11/2025 | Sold | $1,550,000-3.1%$457/sqft |
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| 3/17/2025 | Pending sale | $1,599,000$472/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1025251 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2025 | Price change | $1,599,000-5.7%$472/sqft |
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| 2/26/2025 | Price change | $1,695,000-2.7%$500/sqft |
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| 2/18/2025 | Price change | $1,742,500-0.4%$514/sqft |
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| 1/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000+40%$517/sqft |
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| 8/3/2020 | Sold | $1,250,000-3.8%$369/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #911421 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2020 | Pending sale | $1,300,000$384/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Golden West Realty #8944367 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000$384/sqft |
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| 6/30/2020 | Pending sale | $1,300,000$384/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Price change | $1,300,000-5.5%$384/sqft |
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| 5/22/2020 | Price change | $1,375,000-5.2%$406/sqft |
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| 5/12/2020 | Price change | $1,450,000-3.3%$428/sqft |
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| 4/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000+62.2%$443/sqft |
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| 11/6/2015 | Sold | $925,000+26.7%$273/sqft |
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| 4/24/2012 | Sold | $730,000-16.6%$215/sqft |
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| 8/13/2010 | Listing removed | $875,000$258/sqft |
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| 3/20/2010 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$258/sqft |
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| 8/12/2009 | Price change | $899,900-7.7%$266/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2009 | Listed for sale | $975,000+151.9%$288/sqft |
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| 9/18/2003 | Sold | $387,050+24.9%$114/sqft |
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| 4/20/1999 | Sold | $310,000$91/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,086 +1.8% | $117,269 -9.7% |
| 2024 | $10,894 +20.8% | $129,833 -1% |
| 2023 | $9,016 +4.9% | $131,092 +35% |
| 2022 | $8,598 +15.4% | $97,092 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $7,447 | $99,885 +16.7% |
| 2020 | $7,447 +11.2% | $85,557 |
| 2019 | $6,697 | $85,557 +10.8% |
| 2018 | $6,697 | $77,249 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $6,697 +22% | $85,403 +34.6% |
| 2016 | $5,491 +5.6% | $63,433 +13.3% |
| 2015 | $5,200 +10.5% | $55,983 |
| 2014 | $4,707 +9.1% | $55,983 |
| 2013 | $4,314 +0.9% | $55,983 +8.7% |
| 2012 | $4,276 -16.4% | $51,501 |
| 2011 | $5,115 +61% | -- |
| 2010 | $3,177 +5.5% | $63,280 +50.3% |
| 2009 | $3,010 +3.5% | $42,100 -10.5% |
| 2008 | $2,908 +27% | $47,050 |
| 2007 | $2,289 +3.9% | $47,050 +31.4% |
| 2006 | $2,204 +2.6% | $35,820 |
| 2005 | $2,148 +0.7% | $35,820 +1.9% |
| 2004 | $2,133 +1% | $35,150 |
| 2003 | $2,111 +10.3% | $35,150 |
| 2002 | $1,913 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $330,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old North Boulder
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Columbine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Casey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10Boulder High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Columbine
- Middle: Casey
- 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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