This is your Boulder foothills zen retreat updated top to bottom with quality contemporary finishes, on a site capturing huge views to the eastern plains, and all within close proximity to boulder, longmont and lyons. The interior offers an open floorplan with vaulted ceilings. Full of natural light from expansive windows and well placed skylights. The central kitchen is updated with gas stove, stainless appliances, caesarstone countertops and clean white cabinets. From the main level there is a walkout deck perfect for relaxing outdoors among the evergreens. Enjoy your morning coffee in peace taking in the sunrise views or a private evening soak in the hot tub below the stars. The upper level has three bedrooms including the large primary suite. Primary suite serves as a quiet escape featuring a private balcony, dedicated nook for reading or work-space, walk-in closet, and en suite 3/4 bathroom. Nature views out of every window. The lower level is designed for flexibility, offering a finished space well-suited for a home office, yoga or peloton gym, creative studio, or guest space. Another walkout deck provides a connection to the outdoors and is complemented by the sound from an adjacent water feature. If you're looking for a move-in ready mountain home, combining high quality clean modern finishes with natural elements, and all with easy and convenient access to city amenities then this is the home for you!
For sale
Price cut: $11K (9/2)
$1,289,000
9042 Thunderhead Dr, Boulder, CO 80302
3beds
2,684sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.83 Acres Lot
$1,240,900 Zestimate®
$480/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sunrise viewsPrivate balconyWalkout deckAnother walkout deckLarge primary suiteVaulted ceilingsGas stove
- 51 days
- 397
- 19
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Julian Kirschenbaum 720-722-0221,
Compass - Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1064128
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: 3/4 Primary Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 441 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 21
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 8
Family room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 21
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 6
Living room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 18
Recreation room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Lower
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24 x 21
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Disposal
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partial,Partially Finished,Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,112
- Total interior livable area: 2,684 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,112
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Spa features: Heated
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills, Plains View, City, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.83 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Sloped, Unincorporated, Paved
Details
- Parcel number: R0054770
- Zoning: RR
- Special conditions: Private Owner
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: PVREA
- Gas: Xcel
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, High Speed Avail
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Southern Exposure, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Fire Alarm
- Subdivision: Crestview
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $480/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,233,400
- Annual tax amount: $8,623
- Date on market: 7/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan,1031 Exchange,USDA Loan
- Exclusions: Personal property and staging
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$1,240,900
$1.18M - $1.30M
$5,278/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/2/2026 | Price change | $1,289,000-0.8%$480/sqft |
Source:  IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #1064128 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+4.8%$484/sqft |
Source:  REcolorado as distributed by MLS GRID #IR1064128 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2021 | Sold | $1,240,000+59%$462/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #938134 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2018 | Sold | $780,000-3.6%$291/sqft |
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID #849435 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2018 | Listed for sale | $809,500+131.9%$302/sqft |
Source: Summit Real Estate & Marketing #849435 Report a problem | ||
| 8/22/1996 | Sold | $349,000$130/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,208 +1.3% | $77,087 -8.2% |
| 2024 | $8,104 +23.9% | $83,951 -1% |
| 2023 | $6,540 +18.1% | $84,765 +37% |
| 2022 | $5,536 +10.8% | $61,883 +12.6% |
| 2021 | $4,998 | $54,962 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $4,998 +24.9% | $49,735 |
| 2019 | $4,001 | $49,735 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $4,001 | $47,894 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $4,001 -7.2% | $52,950 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $4,313 +4.8% | $51,573 +19.3% |
| 2015 | $4,117 -11.3% | $43,246 |
| 2014 | $4,641 +13.8% | $43,246 |
| 2013 | $4,079 +7% | $43,246 -3.5% |
| 2012 | $3,812 +8.9% | $44,815 |
| 2011 | $3,499 +1.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $3,440 -4.3% | $41,490 -11.2% |
| 2009 | $3,594 +12.4% | $46,720 -7.2% |
| 2008 | $3,196 +3.7% | $50,340 -9.8% |
| 2007 | $3,081 -2% | $55,830 +15.4% |
| 2006 | $3,145 -0.1% | $48,360 |
| 2005 | $3,147 +1.2% | $48,360 -0.7% |
| 2004 | $3,110 -1.8% | $48,690 |
| 2003 | $3,166 +10.9% | $48,690 +12.9% |
| 2002 | $2,854 | $43,140 -90.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $471,500 |
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Neighborhood: 80302
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blue Mountain
- Middle: Altona
- High: Silver Creek
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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