Unique Boulder Property with two Historic Homes! Located just below Chautauqua Park and minutes from CU Boulder, this Special property features two separate homes on a large lot with convenient alley access.844 12th St. is a charming Cottage-style bungalow built in 1920, offering 2 bedrooms and 2 baths, original wood floors, and vintage kitchen and bath details. 850 12th St. is a Mission-style home built in 1928 with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and wood floors.Both homes are currently in the process of being landmarked by the City of Boulder. Renovation work may be eligible for historic preservation tax credits, depending on the scope and nature of improvements. This is a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine two historic homes in one of Boulder's most desirable locations.Live in one home and use the other as a guest house or rental, or use an income-producing property, or explore other possibilities. Sold As Is. Bring your vision and imagination to this truly special Boulder property!
For sale
$1,580,000
844 12th St, Boulder, CO 80302
5beds
3,749sqft
Mixed Use
Built in 1920
9,092 Square Feet Lot
$1,510,200 Zestimate®
$421/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood floorsOriginal wood floors
- 9 days |
- 1,214 |
- 53 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dave Naber 303-875-6933,
Compass - Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1066132
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood
- Features: Shared Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 13
Bedroom 2
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Description: Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 16
Great room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 20
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Laundry
- Description: Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 6
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 20
Study
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Two or More, Living Room, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,892
- Total interior livable area: 3,749 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,892
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Off Street
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 9,092 Square Feet
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: R0007823
- Zoning: SFR
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Mixed Use
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: University Place
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $421/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,691,800
- Annual tax amount: $10,244
- Date on market: 8/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$1,510,200
$1.43M - $1.59M
$4,520/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,580,000$421/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,963 +1.8% | $105,737 -8.3% |
| 2024 | $9,785 +10.6% | $115,253 -1% |
| 2023 | $8,844 +4.8% | $116,372 +24.3% |
| 2022 | $8,440 +8.1% | $93,617 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $7,808 | $96,310 +7.4% |
| 2020 | $7,808 +12.2% | $89,697 |
| 2019 | $6,962 | $89,697 +11.7% |
| 2018 | $6,962 | $80,295 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $6,962 +13.9% | $88,771 +25.7% |
| 2016 | $6,111 +5.6% | $70,598 +17.5% |
| 2015 | $5,787 +14.5% | $60,098 |
| 2014 | $5,053 +0.2% | $60,098 |
| 2013 | $5,041 +0.9% | $60,098 -0.1% |
| 2012 | $4,997 +3.9% | $60,178 |
| 2011 | $4,811 +7.1% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,492 +12.9% | $59,520 |
| 2009 | $3,978 +3.5% | $59,520 -4.3% |
| 2008 | $3,843 -1.4% | $62,170 |
| 2007 | $3,898 +5% | $62,170 +2% |
| 2005 | $3,712 +0.7% | $60,980 +0.4% |
| 2004 | $3,686 +5.7% | $60,760 |
| 2003 | $3,486 +10.3% | $60,760 |
| 2002 | $3,159 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $478,800 |
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Neighborhood: University Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Flatirons Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Manhattan Middle School Of The Arts And AcademicsGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 9/10Boulder High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Flatirons
- Middle: Manhattan
- 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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