1188 Forest Ave

Boulder, CO 80304

$1,680,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
3,410 Sq. Ft.
$493 / Sq. Ft.
3,410
Sq. Ft.
$493
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 7/26/22
Sold 7/26/22
Welcome to 1188 Forest Ave, watching Boulder grow and thrive since 1924!
Magnificent front entryway
The striking front door welcomes you home
Enter directly into the heart of the home: the high-ceilinged living room with fireplace
The freshly refinished antique quarter-sawn oak floors served as a dance floor when the original owners hosted parties
The bright, spacious dining area connects the living room and kitchen
Original windows have been insulated with custom modern storm windows
Modern kitchen with newer (2016) Bosch & Big Chill appliances, marble countertops & slate floor
Kitchen, with Flatiron views from the prep area
Breakfast nook adjacent to kitchen
Main level office
2 bedrooms on the main level feature built-in dressers and closets
Main level 3/4 bath
Walkout lower level with separate entrance features a primary suite and enormous closets
Lower level storage closets
Lower level primary bedroom walks out to private patio and garden area
Lower level bedroom
Incredible primary bathroom / laundry / shower suite
Primary bathroom suite shower - take your pick of 3 showerheads!
Primary bathroom with radiant floor heating
Generously sized laundry room
Lower level recreation area
The lower level was completely remodeled in 2014
More immense lower level storage closets
The original carriage house is now a finished 536 sf heated/ cooled studio with 3/4 bath + 210 sf loft
The bright carriage house studio provides an excellent opportunity for work from home or guests
Carriage house 3/4 bath
Carriage house wet bar
210 sf carriage house loft
Carriage house studio & storage space
Plenty of parking: 2 off street parking spots in the driveway between the main home and carriage house, and 2 additional spots behind the home in the alley
Side entrance and flagstone patio
Plenty of room to play and entertain on this 0.28 acre lot
Fully fenced and wooded yard creates your own private oasis in the heart of the city
Main house, Main level floor plan
Main house, Lower level floor plan
Main house floor plans
Carriage house floor plans

Description

At nearly 100 years old, this time-tested Newlands gem on 4 lots shines more magnificently than ever. Enter through the majestic stone foyer into the high ceilinged living room, where it is said the original owner hosted formal dances! The newly refinished antique quarter-sawn oak floors gleam like new, & the stunning fireplace invites cozy gatherings. A 2016 kitchen remodel includes Bosch & Big Chill appliances, marble countertops, pantry space, slate floors & Flatiron views! The walkout lower level...At nearly 100 years old, this time-tested Newlands gem on 4 lots shines more magnificently than ever. Enter through the majestic stone foyer into the high ceilinged living room, where it is said the original owner hosted formal dances! The newly refinished antique quarter-sawn oak floors gleam like new, & the stunning fireplace invites cozy gatherings. A 2016 kitchen remodel includes Bosch & Big Chill appliances, marble countertops, pantry space, slate floors & Flatiron views! The walkout lower level is a dream of a primary suite: remodeled in 2014, with a living/ recreation area, spacious bedroom, slate floors & incredible bathroom. Enormous closets keep your gear & memories organized. The heated/ cooled detached studio with 3/4 bath adds exceptional value for WFH or guests. The vast lawn is fully fenced for privacy, and the central location is walking distance to schools, dining, NoBo Rec Center, NoBo park, trails, shopping and more. You couldn't ask for a more iconic Boulder home.

Listing Agent

  1. Kate Blalack

    Kate Blalack

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    kate.blalack@compass.com

    P: (720)-938-4642

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Property Details for 1188 Forest Avenue

Locale
Boulder
Description 1
House
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 07:38 PM

Property Details for 1188 Forest Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #968035
Days on Compass26
Taxes$9,080 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
CountyBoulder County
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Location

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty 02, William Greig

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Building Information for 1188 Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

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$8,188

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Property Information for 1188 Forest Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Access 2: City Street
  • Latitude: 40.03
  • Longitude: -105.28
Parking
  • Total Parking: .00
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Has HOA: No
  • HOA Fee: $.00
  • Legal Description: LOTS 45-48 BLK 2 NEWLANDS
  • Tax Information: No
  • HOA2 Fee Amount: $0
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,080
  • Parcel Number: R0002606
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Improvements: Corner Lot, Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees, Level, Outbuildings, House Faces East, Paved, Curbs, Sidewalks, Alley
  • Lot Size Area: 12,386.00
  • Has Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Has Improvements: No
  • Vegetation: Wooded
Property and Assessments
  • Total Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Living SqFt: 3410
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: 3410
  • Sq Ft Apx: 0
  • Total Finished Area: 3410
  • Are Ditches Active: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Levels: One, Raised Ranch
Utilities
  • Electric: Xcel
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Wood Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Carriage House
  • Flooring: Wood
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Full Primary Bath, Luxury Features Primary Bath, Bidet
  • Laundry Features: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Fireplaces 1: Living Room
  • All Bedrooms Conform: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Rough-in Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarters Bathrooms: 2
  • Baths Full Additional: 0
  • Baths Full Basement: 0
  • Baths Full Upper: 0
  • Baths Full Main: 0
  • Baths Full Lower: 1
  • Baths Half Additional: 0
  • Baths Half Basement: 0
  • Baths Half Upper: 0
  • Baths Half Main: 0
  • Baths Half Lower: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Additional: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Basement: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Lower: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Upper: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Main: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 17.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Tile
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 19.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Tile
  • RoomLength: 7.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 25.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Tile
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
  • Room Features: Full Primary Bath, Luxury Features Primary Bath, Bidet
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Tile
  • RoomLength: 26.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Recreation Room
  • RoomWidth: 22.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Study
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Horse YN: No
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 1188 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 26, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494980398

$1,680,000

+8.1% / yr

May 31, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354404491

$824,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/26/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1494980398

$1,680,000

+8.1% / yr

05/31/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #354404491

$824,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1188 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$102,906Additions$17,163Total$120,069
Tax Record2025$11,448 ($954 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,664 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,482 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,182 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,371 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1995Zoning1112CountyBOULDERAPN1461-24-4-04-020

Schools near 1188 Forest Avenue

This home is within Boulder Valley Re 2 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Foothill Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Casey Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Boulder High School
Public - 9 to 12
University Hill Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Foothill Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Casey Middle School
Public6 to 8

Boulder High School
Public9 to 12

University Hill Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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