Another new project in Boulder is The Flats Condos just east of C.U. campus.

I think this condo project will be another good possibility for students and parents smart enough to consider buying something rather than just renting. With lots of new condo choices in this area near the old First Christian Church, The Flats Condos could be the perfect addition to the mix.

With pricing coming in the mid $400′s for a 3 bedroom, 3 bath townhome, it will fit some budgets. Looks like there will be some lower priced models also since they’re intending to offer lofts and flats as well as the townhomes.

The project was built in the very early 1980′s and only a couple of units have seen some decent remodeling so choose carefully. One unit, 1812 #204, is fully remodeled to what I’d consider current standards, with quartz counters, new cabinets, tile, stainless appliances, etc. The Walnut Boulder is just a half block away.

If you’re not in college anymore, keep looking.

Buyer’s looking at Boulder condos in the North part of Boulder will have to keep their eye out for pre-owned at Uptown Broadway. Enjoy proximity to Amante’ coffee and Lee Hill Drive if you’re a cyclist. Proto’s pizza, and many other attractive retail options abound.

Landmark lofts has proven to be attractive to buyers looking for an investment that’s convenient to the University Of Colorado campus.

Many buyers have told me that they think it’s a little high-priced for a ‘student’ housing development. I’d say take a look if that’s the market you’re in, and see for yourself if you think the value is there relative to your lifestyle.

I think this project will roll towards the same direction that Spanish Towers eventually did: staring off perceived as high-end, ending up roughed up and full of CU students.

Steel Yards is now a very vibrant community, mixing residential, retail, office and light-industrial uses in 22 buildings. According to Coburn Development, “the project illustrates how a live-work neighborhood, with real architectural character, can replace the soul-less strip malls otherwise found on the fringes of our Cities”.

I tend to agree. I’ve shown many and sold in there as well and from what I’ve seen and heard people really love what’s been done with this project. The architectural style and interior finishes are really cool and the location is a great plus with the proximity to 29th st, Whole Foods, Barnes and Noble, Trails and the planned transit village.

When buyers looking at Boulder were getting priced out of the market or when buyers looking for something new and contemporary when searching for Boulder condos or single family homes, the Holiday neighborhood seemed to give them just what they wanted.

You can’t miss this project if you drive north on 28th street past the Elks Lodge and the VFW as the original Holiday Drive-In sign is still standing. In fact, it was renovated in 2007 back to its original glory.

With a nice variety of architectural styles, close proximity to the foothills and associated trails, the Dakota Ridge Village is certainly a desirable and attractive community for many buyers. While there are only a few homes left, relatively speaking, it looks to be great product. With 2 bedroom, 1600 sq foot units averaging about $725,000, it’s not as affordable as some other projects but people looking at Dakota Ridge aren’t generally looking for affordable as much as location, and quality over all.

Other than that, Northfield Commons looks like a reasonably nice project that includes traditional condo units, townhouse style units and detached homes. Markel’s a great builder with some fine products around the Boulder area. Like many projects around town, there are a number of units being sold at below market rate through the City of Boulder Affordable Housing program.

Northfield Village

Markel homes is at it again. Here you have a new neighborhood tucked into the residential area at Jay Road and 47th Street in north Boulder. Variety in architecture and home styles (single family to condo lofts) makes a place interesting, and gives it character, according the the folks at Northfield.

Northfield Village offers traditional, craftsman and contemporary residences, all built green to ensure a more comfortable, better built home.
I’ve always been a fan of the product Markel delivers, and I’m excited to see what they’re bringing us for 2010 in Northfield Village.