Charming Lower Chautauqua ranch-style bungalow just across the street from CU Boulder. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers single-level living with abundant natural light throughout and a cozy living room fireplace which provides the perfect spot to relax on chilly winter evenings. Outside, the spacious front and back yards offer plenty of room to enjoy the Colorado sunshine, garden, or entertain. An attached 2-car garage provides ample parking and storage. With close proximity to CU Boulder, NIST, the Boulder Bike Path, and trails, this location is outstanding! Because it's near public transportation, you can get around Boulder car-free if you choose. This home has been a successful student rental with its prime location. Investors, CU Parents and those who enjoy this highly coveted neighborhood, don't miss your chance to make this home your own! Currently leased through August 5, 2025 at $4,500 per month. All measurements to be verified by buyers.
Sold for $920,000
$920,000
2253 Columbine Ave, Boulder, CO 80302
3beds
1,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
6,970 Square Feet Lot
$1,055,700 Zestimate®
$846/sqft
$4,527 Estimated rent
Home value
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$940,000 - $1.19M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Janet Leap 720-938-4197,
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc
Bought with:
Brooke Meadows Engel, 40022376
Engel Realty Group LLC
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1025222
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: Full Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Kitchen
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 10
Living room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Separate Dining Room, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,088
- Total interior livable area: 1,088 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,088
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 6,970 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Wooded, Level, Paved, Curbs, Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Light, Alley
Details
- Parcel number: R0001551
- Zoning: LRE
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Xcel, Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
- Gas: Xcel
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Southern Exposure
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Interurban Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $846/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,094,400
- Annual tax amount: $5,767
- Date on market: 1/24/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: All tenant personal possessions.
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2025 | Listing removed | $4,950$5/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Sold | $920,000-5.6%$846/sqft |
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| 5/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,950+2.2%$5/sqft |
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| 3/7/2025 | Pending sale | $975,000$896/sqft |
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| 1/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $975,000+140.7%$896/sqft |
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| 12/5/2024 | Listing removed | $4,845$4/sqft |
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| 11/20/2024 | Price change | $4,845-2.1%$4/sqft |
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| 11/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,950$5/sqft |
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| 11/12/2024 | Listing removed | $4,950$5/sqft |
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| 10/31/2024 | Listed for rent | $4,950+10%$5/sqft |
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| 1/30/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/7/2023 | Listed for rent | $4,500+50.8%$4/sqft |
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| 12/11/2018 | Listing removed | $2,985$3/sqft |
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| 11/14/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,985+5.9%$3/sqft |
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| 12/14/2017 | Listing removed | $2,820$3/sqft |
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| 11/14/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,820+15.6%$3/sqft |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $2,440$2/sqft |
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| 1/11/2014 | Listed for rent | $2,440$2/sqft |
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| 11/15/2005 | Sold | $405,000+32.8%$372/sqft |
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| 11/14/2000 | Sold | $305,000+41.9%$280/sqft |
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| 11/15/1999 | Sold | $215,000-83.8%$198/sqft |
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| 11/10/1997 | Sold | $1,325,000$1,218/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,871 +1.8% | $68,401 -1.7% |
| 2024 | $5,767 +0.9% | $69,593 -1% |
| 2023 | $5,717 +4.8% | $70,268 +15.7% |
| 2022 | $5,455 +19.3% | $60,757 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $4,574 | $62,505 +18.9% |
| 2020 | $4,574 -1.5% | $52,553 |
| 2019 | $4,645 | $52,553 -1.9% |
| 2018 | $4,645 | $53,575 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $4,645 +18.4% | $59,230 +30.7% |
| 2016 | $3,924 +5.6% | $45,332 +20.4% |
| 2015 | $3,716 +17.4% | $37,658 |
| 2014 | $3,166 +1.9% | $37,658 |
| 2013 | $3,107 +0.9% | $37,658 +1.5% |
| 2012 | $3,080 +9.6% | $37,093 |
| 2011 | $2,811 +7.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,625 +2.3% | $34,780 |
| 2009 | $2,565 +3.5% | $34,780 -13.2% |
| 2008 | $2,477 +3% | $40,090 |
| 2007 | $2,406 +3.9% | $40,090 +6.5% |
| 2006 | $2,316 +6% | $37,640 |
| 2005 | $2,185 +0.7% | $37,640 +5.3% |
| 2004 | $2,169 +10.3% | $35,760 |
| 2003 | $1,967 +10.3% | $35,760 +26.9% |
| 2002 | $1,783 | $28,180 -90.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $308,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Chautauqua
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Creekside Elementary School At Martin ParkGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 5/10Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And AcademicsGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 10/10Boulder 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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