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Crossroads

Crossroads

Neighborhood in Boulder, Colorado

Boulder County 80301, 80302, 80304

$683,632 Average Value
$600 Average Price per Sq Ft
17 Homes For Sale

Boulder’s unofficial shopping and dining district

East of Downtown Boulder, Crossroads is a lively business district filled with hundreds of name-brand retailers and locally owned restaurants, situated where many of Boulder’s main roads meet. Access to Foothills Parkway and Arapahoe Avenue make it easy to navigate the area by car, though they add to the noise level. While housing options are limited, the area’s abundant access to food and nearby outdoor recreation make it a convenient place to live.

Escape into another world at Crossroads Century Theaters.
Escape into another world at Crossroads Century Theaters.
Get the latest athletic-waear and more at LuluLemon Crossroads.
Get the latest athletic-waear and more at LuluLemon Crossroads.
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Streets lined with box stores and restaurants

As Boulder’s primary area for everyday shopping and dining, Crossroads has multiple commercial plazas and business centers for browsing, buying and eating. The Twenty Ninth Street Mall is an open-air space with national brands like Lululemon, Nike and West Elm lining both sides. Cinemark Century Boulder is a movie theater in the mall showing recently released films. Across the street, The Village shopping area has several local restaurant options. The Buff is a brunch restaurant with a coffee bar, and Gurkhas Dumplings & Curry House specializes in Indian dishes. Aloy Thai cuisine is a local favorite featured on the Food Network TV show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives. For novelty shopping, Crossroads Commons has a Barnes and Noble store and Full Cycle Bikes, which sells racing, road and trail bicycles. In addition to the strip malls with storefronts, big-box stores like Target, Walgreens and Home Depot are standalone and accessible off the main roads. When it comes to grocery shopping, people can choose between King Soopers, Safeway, Sprouts Farmers Market and Whole Foods Market – all situated within Crossroads. There are also multiple breweries within the neighborhood for a fun night out with friends, including Sanitas Brewing Company with its taproom and outdoor patio, and Twisted Pine Brewing Co. with trivia and open mic nights.

Sprouts is only a short walk from anywhere in Crossroads.
Sprouts is only a short walk from anywhere in Crossroads.
Twenty-Ninth Street Mall in Crossroads has a variety f shopping and restaurants.
Twenty-Ninth Street Mall in Crossroads has a variety f shopping and restaurants.
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Available multi-family properties

Since most of Crossroads is comprised of offices and commercial businesses, residential properties are limited. North of Pearl Parkway, Boulder Junction is a neighborhood subdivision undergoing redevelopment that has a handful of townhouses off Bluff Street. These contemporary multi-level properties range from 700 to 1,300 square feet and can cost $550,000 to $1.3 million. There are also condos available within the Steelyards community. These are primarily one-bedroom-one-bathroom units priced around $450,000 to $550,000. Additional modern condo options can be found along Arapahoe Avenue. Peloton Condominiums has two-bed-two-bath units for $750,000 to $1 million. The community comes with amenities such as a heated rooftop pool, fitness center, yoga studio, movie theater and more. “The Peloton has always been popular because of its location and amenities. You won’t find what they offer anywhere else in Boulder,” says Real Estate Associate Carliss Erickson with Sotheby’s International Realty, who has over 40 years of experience. North of Valmont Road, there are manufactured home communities like Orchard Grove that offer affordable housing options for around $75,000.

Crossroads townhomes can be found in large communities with lots of amenities.
Crossroads townhomes can be found in large communities with lots of amenities.
Crossroads is known for high rise living.
Crossroads is known for high rise living.
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Sports and outdoor recreation

Crossroads has several neighborhood parks throughout the area that provide a break from the busy business atmosphere. Scott Carpenter Park is one of the more popular greenspaces near the University of Colorado Boulder campus (CU). There’s a skate park for practicing tricks, a jungle gym for little ones, an outdoor swimming pool with water slides and a lap pool that is the only 50-meter option in Boulder. Next to the YMCA on Mapleton Avenue, the East Mapleton Ball Fields is a sports park that hosts leagues and tournaments on its three softball fields. The Ted Allen Horseshoe Courts nearby have nine pits for the sport. Across the street, hikers and bikers can hop on the multi-use pathway along the Goose Creek Greenway to get their workout in. The path circles Goose Creek Pond and continues east to connect with the Two Mile Creek Greenway. For an indoor workout, The Spot Bouldering Gym is one of the first rock climbing facilities in the region, offering training sessions for bouldering, rope climbing, rappelling and more.

Crossroads' Scott Carpenter Park is a large park with a water park and multiple large fields.
Crossroads' Scott Carpenter Park is a large park with a water park and multiple large fields.
Not too far from Crossroads is the Chautauqua Trailhead for when you need to escape into Nature.
Not too far from Crossroads is the Chautauqua Trailhead for when you need to escape into Nature.
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Biking and driving through Crossroads

Getting around the neighborhood is easy with Crossroads’ central location and multiple available modes of transportation. Bike lanes follow several major roads, including 30th Street, Pearl Street and Walnut Street, contributing to the area’s Bike Score of 98 out of 100. Boulder BCycle has a handful of docking stations in the neighborhood for e-bike rental. “There are bike paths that you can take all the way to CU, or to the shops and restaurants nearby,” Erickson says. There are also sidewalks surrounding and within every shopping center, connecting them and helping pedestrians travel between them. Those who prefer public transportation can find bus stops along Arapahoe Avenue, 30th Street, Valmont Road and 28th Street. These roadways make it easy to drive through Crossroads too, but traffic can get congested at stoplights.

Full Cycle Bikes is an important retail for a bike friendly community like Crossroads.
Full Cycle Bikes is an important retail for a bike friendly community like Crossroads.
Goose Creek Greenway in Crossroads is a favorite bike trail of the residents.
Goose Creek Greenway in Crossroads is a favorite bike trail of the residents.
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A-rated public schools in Boulder

Children living in Crossroads can start their education at Creekside Elementary School at Martin Park. Earning an A grade by Niche, Creekside has an English Language Development program and after-school childcare provided by the neighborhood YMCA. From there, students can attend Casey Middle School, a Pre-Advanced Placement school with an A-minus grade. Boulder High School maintains an A grade and has one of the district’s largest Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education (CLDE) programs.

in the Sugarloaf neighborhood.
in the Sugarloaf neighborhood.
Boulder High School is a highly rated public school in Boulder, Colorado.
Boulder High School is a highly rated public school in Boulder, Colorado.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Denver International

52 min drive

Bus

Arapahoe Ave & 38th St

Bus

Pearl & Junction

Bus

30th St & Steelyard Pl

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30th St & Arapahoe Ave

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30th St & Canyon Blvd

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2100 Block 30th Street

Bus

Canyon Boulevard And 28th Street

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Crossroads US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 10 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 10 4
Larceny 10 4
Crime Score 9 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$577,500
Median Single Family Price
$548,000
Median Townhouse Price
$855,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$800,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$535,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$600
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
81
Months of Supply
2.50
Median List Price
$629,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-20%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
604
Median Year Built
2006
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,393
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,334
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,331
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
832
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
767
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
435

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    11am - 1pm

    3215 Foundry Place Unit 106N, Boulder, CO 80301

    $549,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 858 Sq Ft
    • 3215 Foundry Place
    • Unit 106N
    • New 8 days ago

    Sharp urban condo in the upbeat Steel Yards neighborhood, which is now part of growing Central and East Boulder! This 1 bedroom unit offers so much that's hard to find in Boulder at this price point: a fenced yard with grass and a nice size patio; dedicated underground parking; in-unit washer and dryer; an open kitchen with stainless appliances and maple cabinets--and living room on the main

    Eric Wright WK Real Estate

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    3401 Arapahoe Ave Unit 315, Boulder, CO 80303

    $855,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,211 Sq Ft
    • 3401 Arapahoe Ave
    • Unit 315
    • New 25 days ago

    Situated above the quiet courtyard of the vibrant Peloton community, this exquisite third-floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo offers a haven of light, style, and comfort. South-facing and bathed in sunshine, the home welcomes you with a spacious open layout and gleaming wood floors that flow seamlessly through the living space. Savor morning coffee by the cozy gas fireplace or unwind on the

    Vanessa Hilbert Compass - Boulder

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  • Sunday, Apr 27
    11am - 1pm

    3215 Foundry Place Unit 101N, Boulder, CO 80301

    $899,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,656 Sq Ft
    • 3215 Foundry Place
    • Unit 101N

    Stunning End-Unit Brownstone Condo with Flatiron Views! Nestled in the heart of Boulder, this rare end-unit Brownstone-style condo seamlessly blends modern elegance with classic charm. Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this light-filled home offers an inviting and open layout perfect for both relaxing and entertaining. Step inside to discover brand-new LVP flooring throughout, adding

    Lisa Wade RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,531
Median Age
36
Population under 18
14.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$74,451
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,115

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
66.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
56''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

95 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

44 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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