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178 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304

$1,760,000

Last sold 07/24/2026 after 130 Days

3
bed
4
bath
4,119
Sqft ($427/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 178 Balsam Ln

Property type House

Neighborhood

Year built 1979

HOA fee $8/month

Lot size 0.89 Acre

Parking 2 garage spaces

Rental estimate

Property description

Discover the rarest of combinations in Boulder: a private compound with a detached carriage house featuring panoramic views all just 5 miles from the Pearl Street Mall. Welcome to this Pine Brook Hills sanctuary where luxury meets inspiration. At the heart of this nearly 1-acre estate is a beautifully remodeled main residence, a sun-drenched haven filled with vaulted ceilings, skylights, and panoramic foothill vistas from every window. The open-concept design features a spacious great room, a modern chef's kitchen, and two generous living areas. The primary suite feels like a secluded treehouse escape and includes direct deck access. Step outside to enjoy over 1,000sf of Trex decking, seamlessly connecting you to the serene landscape & remarkably flat, fenced yard space-a true mountain rarity. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with a brand new Class 4 impact-resistant Owens Corning STORM roof, which includes a transferable warranty & may qualify for significant homeowner insurance discounts. This mountain lifestyle is made effortless with paved roads, natural gas, community water, a voluntary HOA, a neighborhood fire station, & reliable school bus service. With nearly 5,000sf of space under roof, this property delivers the perfect blend of creative freedom, privacy, and convenient access to town. For the artist, entrepreneur, or anyone seeking an inspired haven, your search ends here.

Listed by

Listing Agent - Jennifer Eiss

Listing Agent Contact: 3039313477

Listing Office - Compas - Boulder

Source: IRESMLS

MLS#1053965 • last updated 1 month ago

Movoto checked IRESMLS for data 19 minutes ago

Overview
Cooling/AC	Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating	Forced Air, Radiant
Levels/Style	Two, Contemporary
MLS #	1053965
Type	Residential
Status	Sold
SubType	Single Family Residence
Living Area	4119
Lot Size (Acres)	0.89
Annual Tax	9299
HOA Fee	Annually, 100
HOA	Pine Brook Hills

Interior
# Three-Quarter Baths	1
Total # of Bathrooms	4
# Full Baths	2
# Half Baths	1
Total # of Bedrooms	3
Basement	None
Flooring	Wood
Window Features	Skylight(s), Window Coverings
Interior Features	Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Skylights, Kitchen Island

Exterior
Roof	Composition
Construction	Frame, Composition, Painted/Stained
Exterior Features	Balcony, >8' Garage Door, Carriage House
Patio & Porch	Patio, Deck
Lot Features	Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Steep Lot, Rock Outcropping, House Faces East, Paved
Fencing	Fenced

Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency	Windows, High Efficiency Furnace, Thermostat
Utilities	Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available
Sewer/ Septic	Septic Tank
Electricity	Xcel Energy
Water Source	District
Appliances	Electric Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Water Purifier Owned, Disposal, Fire Alarm
HOA Fee Includes	Management

Location
View	Hills, Plains View, City
County	Boulder
Subdivision	Pine Brook Hills 7
Middle School	Centennial
High School District	Boulder Valley Dist RE2
APN	R0034890

Lot/ Land Details
Possible Use	Single Family
Road Frontage	County Maintained
Road Surface	Asphalt

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Jul 2026
MLS # 1053965
Jul 24, 2026 Sold
$1,760,000 (-11.8%)
Jun 1, 2026 Active
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Mar 16, 2026 Listed
$1,995,000 (-4.8%)
Mar 2026
MLS # IR1053965
Mar 16, 2026 Listed
$1,995,000
Nov 2025
MLS # IR1047180
Nov 11, 2025 Listed
$2,095,000
Nov 2025
MLS # 1047180
Nov 11, 2025 Listed
$2,095,000 (-4.6%)
Jun 2025
MLS # 1036638
Jun 12, 2025 Coming Soon
$2,195,000
Jun 2025
MLS # IR1036638
Jun 12, 2025 Listed
$2,195,000 (+128.6%)
May 2017
MLS # 813908
May 26, 2017 Sold
$960,000
Mar 16, 2017 Listed
$978,000 (-2.0%)
May 2017
Public Records
May 26, 2017 Sold
$960,000 (-1.8%)
Jan 2017
MLS # 804399
Jan 19, 2017 Price Change
$998,000 (-4.0%)
Oct 7, 2016 Listed
$1,040,000 (+58.8%)
Jan 2011
Public Records
Jan 31, 2011 Sold
$655,000

Year Property taxes Tax assessment
2024
$9,535 +1.7%

$106,302 +32.39%
2023
$9,377 +21.1%

$80,294 -2.8%
2022
$7,742 +5.2%

$82,604
2021
$7,362 +12.6%

$82,604 +15.8%
2020
$6,541 +1.6%

$71,336
2019
$6,440 +23.4%

$71,336 +26.2%
2018
$5,219 -4.9%

$56,527 -9.93%
2016
$5,486 +5.3%

$62,756
2015
$5,212

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178 Balsam Ln
$1.76M
Pine Brook Hills
$2.25M +18% y/y
80304
$1.59M -28% y/y
Boulder
$1.05M -26% y/y

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Statistics calculated by Movoto

	Est. value	Bed/bath	Sqft	mi
132 Wildcat Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$2,495,000	4/4	2,938	0.04
420 Alpine Way, Boulder, CO 80304	$1,374,000	4/2	1,472	0.04
225 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$1,686,000	3/2	1,809	0.05
100 Wildcat Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$1,057,000	3/2	1,976	0.06
151 Wildcat Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$519,000	2/3	2,111	0.07
138 Wildcat Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$1,346,000	4/2	2,336	0.08
298 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304	$1,768,000	3/1	2,857	0.08
382 Alpine Way, Boulder, CO 80304	$2,665,000	3/2	4,200	0.08

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.