Surrounded by aspen trees and overlooking the Indian Peaks, Bar-K Ranch is a secluded neighborhood in the Rocky Mountains west of Boulder. “Most people in the Bar-K have come up here to escape the fray of the city but still have a community,” says Broker Erika Archer with Archer Mountain Properties, who has lived in the neighborhood for over 20 years. “There’s room to breathe up here.” In addition to its friendly neighbors and panoramic views, the community has access to plenty of outdoor recreation.
Bar-K Ranch is a private community in the Rocky Mountains, west of Boulder.
Properties in Bar-K Ranch are large and expansive with many trees for privacy.
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Trails, lakes and private land
Bar-K Ranch’s mountainous landscape invites adventure. “The Bar-K is an absolute paradise for nearby hiking, biking, skiing, kayaking and fishing,” Archer says. “The surrounding area draws world-class athletes who want to train in high altitude.” The Ceran Saint Vrain Trail is right outside the neighborhood for hiking and horseback riding along the South Saint Vrain Creek. There’s also the Peaceful Valley Campground, about 5 miles away, with 17 campsites that fit trailers and recreational vehicles.
Bark-K Ranch itself provides access to numerous outdoor recreation opportunities. There are three fishing lakes, a community garden and miles of pastures with stables for horses. The Common Lands, as the community calls it, is private land only available to members of the Bark-K Association. Rock Lake is the largest of the three lakes and allows kayaking, paddleboarding, ice fishing and ice skating on its waters.
Rock Lake is a beautiful place to take in the outdoors in Bar-K Ranch.
Ceran Saint Vrain Trail is a beautiful hike that starts with a bridge near Bar-K Ranch.
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Perks from the neighborhood association
The Bar-K Association is an optional neighborhood organization, with annual fees, that come with perks. In addition to Common Lands access, there are a handful of community events that members can attend. There’s an annual neighborhood picnic, as well as several ice cream socials. “Someone always hosts a neighborhood-wide holiday party in the winter,” Archer says.
Bark-K Ranch provides access to numerous outdoor recreation opportunities.
The Common Lands is private property with stables and miles of pasture for horses.
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Rustic single-family homes with lots of land
Homes in Bar-K Ranch are spread out and often come with acres of land. “Mountains and plains views vary by house, but they are pretty incredible,” Archer says. Contemporary multi-story homes built between the 1970s and 2000s are common. Many have cabin-inspired features such as wood siding, large windows, porches and balconies. These properties range from 2,000 to 2,850 square feet and cost $575,000 to $875,000. Modern ranch-style homes with brightly colored exteriors are also found in the neighborhood, priced around $500,000 to $750,000. Rolling farmlands and thick forests create a sense of seclusion and privacy in the neighborhood. As such, the CAP Index crime score for Bar-K Ranch is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Contemporary multi-story homes are a common sight in Bar-K Ranch.
Many Bar-K Ranch homes feature wood siding, large windows, porches and balconies.
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Visiting nearby towns for retail and restaurants
Since Bar-K Ranch lacks commercial spaces, shopping and dining require traveling to other neighborhoods and towns. Jamestown is about 5 miles away and has a handful of options, including Jamestown Mercantile, called “The Merc” by locals. The bistro uses local ingredients and has live music on the weekends.
Additionally, North Boulder is roughly 17 miles away for more retail and restaurants. Spruce Confections specializes in house-made pastries for breakfast, while Tierra y Fuego Taqueria serves traditional Mexican cuisine. South on Broadway, Lucky’s Market is a neighborhood grocery store selling locally sourced products and made-to-order food. Continuing down Broadway leads to Downtown Boulder, about 19 miles total from Bar-K Ranch, with a wide variety of other shops and restaurants.
Jamestown Mercantile Cafe is a great dining option near Bar-K Ranch.
Tierra y Fuego Taqueria serves traditional Mexican cuisine near Bar-K Ranch.
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Quality schools in Nederland
Children living in Bar-K Ranch can get an education within the Boulder Valley School District. Nederland Elementary School earns an A-minus grade from Niche and provides before- and after-school care. Nederland Middle-Senior High School, for grades six through 12, maintains a B grade. The school offers a nationally recognized performing arts pathway.
Traveling in and out of Bar-K Ranch
Most of the residential streets in Bar-K Ranch are unpaved, dirt and gravel. Overland Road is the main thoroughfare and connects to Peak to Peak Highway in the west, also known as Colorado state Highway 72. Commuters can take this route north to Estes Park, or south to Ward and Nederland. Continuing east on Overland Road will also take commuters to Jamestown, nearly 5 miles away, and Downtown Boulder, about 19 miles.
Overland Road is the main thoroughfare in Bar-K Ranch and connects to Peak to Peak Highway.
Most of the residential streets in Bar-K Ranch are unpaved, dirt and gravel.
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The risks of mountain living
With Bar-K Ranch’s forested landscape and dry climate, the neighborhood may be at risk of potential wildfires. “Homes in the ranch tend to be wood construction, but over time people have begun to move toward more resilient features, such as rock walls, to discourage wildfires,” Archer says. The Jamestown Fire Department is the closest fire station to Bar-K Ranch and is connected to the Lefthand Fire Protection District.
Bar-K Ranch features a community garden.
Surrounded by aspen trees and overlooking the Indian Peaks, Bar-K Ranch is secluded and serene.
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Parks in this Area
Ceran Saint Vrain
Common Lands
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bar-K Ranch
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bar-K Ranch, Ward sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 46 days. The average sale price for homes in Bar-K Ranch, Ward over the last 12 months is $722,500, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$700,000
Median Single Family Price
$700,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$291
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$765,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
95
Median Year Built
1984
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,001
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
49,658
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
200
Median Age
50
Population under 18
16.5%
Below the national average
23.9%
Population over 65
27.5%
Above the national average
18.9%
Finances
Median Household Income
$134,821
Significantly above the national average
$70,947
Average Household Income
$152,668
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
64.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
-1°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
106''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
12/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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