520 Spruce St

Boulder, CO 80302

$4,650,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,611 Sq. Ft.
$1,008 / Sq. Ft.
4,611
Sq. Ft.
$1,008
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 8/23/24
Sold 8/23/24
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Description

Once in a lifetime opportunity! Located on famed Mapleton Hill perched over West Pearl Street with jaw-dropping Flatiron views, this stunning home is in the heart of Boulder. Nestled into 8,581 SF lot, with mature trees, extensive gardens, multiple outdoor living spaces, and water rights, this home is an oasis within the city. The sound of water greets you as you enter the home through a small footbridge. Immediately surrounded by the privacy of trees and gardens, the home opens onto the main level...Once in a lifetime opportunity! Located on famed Mapleton Hill perched over West Pearl Street with jaw-dropping Flatiron views, this stunning home is in the heart of Boulder. Nestled into 8,581 SF lot, with mature trees, extensive gardens, multiple outdoor living spaces, and water rights, this home is an oasis within the city. The sound of water greets you as you enter the home through a small footbridge. Immediately surrounded by the privacy of trees and gardens, the home opens onto the main level with paramount views of the Flatirons. The main level is perfect for entertaining guests with a large open concept kitchen, dining and living room. The balcony from the living room is perfect for enjoying coffee and stunning views. The chef's kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances. Sub-Zero refrigerator and freezer, Miele dishwasher, Dacor double French oven, full copper Mico Design farm sink and ample custom cabinetry. The primary suite, also located on the main level, is tucked away into a quiet section of the house offering a full primary suite bathroom, all glass shower, sun lit soaking tub and walk-in closet. Each level of this home offers immense living space and accessibility via a commercial size elevator and gorgeous maple wood staircase. The second level boasts two bedrooms, a library, office, two full bathrooms, a laundry room and family room. Another large, wrap around balcony offers panoramic views and more outdoor living space. In the bottom level, a walkout finished basement offers two more bedrooms, a full bath, wine cellar and kitchenette. Once on the bottom level, walk out in a private fully fenced in backyard with multiple places to enjoy the outdoors. A gated walkway offers access to a large two car garage and private alleyway. This gorgeous home offers the highest quality details and finishes with access to the best of Boulder living. Steps to trails, parks, high end dining & shopping with the privacy of a quiet residential neighborhood.

Listing Agent

  1. Patrick Brown

    Patrick Brown

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    p.brown@compass.com

    P: (303)-242-6012

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Property Details for 520 Spruce Street

Locale
Boulder
Description 1
House
LISTING UPDATED: 10/20/2025 07:46 PM

Property Details for 520 Spruce Street

StatusSold
MLS #995916
Days on Compass306
Taxes$28,537 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF
CountyBoulder County
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Location

Sold By Compass - Denver, Lori Abbey

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Building Information for 520 Spruce Street

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,712 SF

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$22,663

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Property Information for 520 Spruce Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Access 2: City Street
  • Latitude: 40.02
  • Longitude: -105.29
Parking
  • Garage SqFt: 576
  • Total Parking: 2.00
  • Parking Features: Oversized
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Has HOA: No
  • HOA Fee: $.00
  • Legal Description: W 10 FT LOT 7 & ALL LOT 8 BLK 101 BOULDER WEST
  • Tax Information: No
  • HOA2 Fee Amount: $0
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: $28,537
  • Parcel Number: R0006948
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Improvements: Abuts Ditch, Abuts Public Open Space, Water Rights Included
  • Lot Size Area: 8,603.00
  • Has Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Has Improvements: No
Property and Assessments
  • Total Finished Area Source: Other
  • Living SqFt: 4611
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: 4611
  • Sq Ft Apx: 0
  • Total Finished Area: 4611
  • Are Ditches Active: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Levels: Three Or More
Utilities
  • Electric: Xcel
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Green Energy Efficient: Southern Exposure
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Sprinkler System, Balcony, Oversized Garage
  • Flooring: Wood
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Wood Windows, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Kitchen Island, Two Primary Suites, Beamed Ceilings, Central Vacuum, Luxury Features Primary Bath, 5 Piece Primary Bath
  • Laundry Features: Gas Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Sink
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Fireplaces 1: Two or More, Gas, Bedroom
  • All Bedrooms Conform: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Rough-in Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarters Bathrooms: 0
  • Baths Full Additional: 0
  • Baths Full Basement: 0
  • Baths Full Upper: 0
  • Baths Full Main: 1
  • Baths Full Lower: 3
  • Baths Half Additional: 0
  • Baths Half Basement: 0
  • Baths Half Upper: 0
  • Baths Half Main: 1
  • 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: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Carpet
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 17.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Carpet
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Carpet
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom 4
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Carpet
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom 5
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomWidth: 19.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 19.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Tile
  • RoomLength: 6.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 19.0
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
  • Room Features: Luxury Features Primary Bath, 5 Piece Primary Bath
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: Wood
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Study
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Horse YN: No
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 520 Spruce Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 23, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1543066120

$4,650,000

+6.1% / yr

Dec 28, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #281173826

$1,950,000

-1.8% / yr

Aug 20, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #142468992

$2,150,000

+59.8% / yr

Jul 17, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #97726619

$805,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/23/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1543066120

$4,650,000

+6.1% / yr

12/28/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #281173826

$1,950,000

-1.8% / yr

08/20/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #142468992

$2,150,000

+59.8% / yr

07/17/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #97726619

$805,000

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

Public Records for 520 Spruce Street

Taxable ValueLand$128,975Additions$159,713Total$288,688
Tax Record2025$27,526 ($2,294 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,616 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,440 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,176 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt504 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,581 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003Year Renovated2005Zoning1112CountyBOULDERAPN1461-25-4-36-007

Schools near 520 Spruce Street

This home is within Boulder Valley Re 2 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Whittier 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
Whittier 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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