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Beds

Baths

Sqft

4,119

Acres

0.89

Year

1979

Close Date

Jul 24, 2026

Property Type

Residential

Sub Type

Single Family Residence

Per Square Foot

$427

Date Listed

Mar 16, 2026

Description of 178 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304

Listing details for 178 Balsam Ln, Boulder, CO 80304 : 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.

Listing Updated : 07-24-2026 at 1:00 PM MDT

Property Details

Property Overview

Listing Price

$1,995,000

MLS #ID

RECIR1053965

Close Price

$1,760,000

Close Date

Jul 24, 2026

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Square Footage

4,119

Acres

0.89

Year

1979

Days on Site

168 Days

Property Type

Residential

Property Sub Type

Single-Family

Price per Sq Ft

$427

Date Listed

Mar 16, 2026

Location

Street Address

178 Balsam Ln

City

Boulder

State

Colorado

ZIP Code

80304

County

Boulder

Neighborhood / Subdivision

Pine Brook Hills 7

Schools

Elementary School

Middle School

High School

School District

Home Specification

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

2 Full / 1 Half

Total Square Feet

4,119

Above Grade Square Feet

4,119

Construction / Architecture

Year Built

1979

Style

Contemporary

Construction Materials

Frame

Roof

Composition

New Construction

Price per Sq Ft

$427

Lot Features

Rock Outcropping and Steep Slope

Lot Size (Sq Ft)

38,908

Lot Size (Acres)

0.89

Zoning

Interior Details

Interior Features

Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Smart Thermostat and Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven and Washer

Flooring

Vinyl and Wood

Window Features

Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s) and Window Coverings

Fireplace

Heating

Forced Air and Radiant

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s) and Central Air

Exterior Details

Garage

Yes

Garage Spaces

Total Parking

Parking Features

Oversized Door

Patio & Porch Features

Deck and Patio

Exterior Features

Balcony

Fencing

None

View

City, Mountain(s) and Plains

Water Source

Public

Sewer

Septic Tank

Additional Features

Utilities

Cable Available, Electricity Available and Natural Gas Available

Road Surface Type

Paved

Road Frontage Type

Public

Taxes, HOA & Financing

Annual Property Tax

$9,299.00

HOA Fee

$100 Annually

HOA Frequency

Annually

HOA Fee Includes

None

Room Details

Room Type	Level	Dimensions
Bedroom	Lower	23 × 11
Bedroom	Lower	13 × 11
Bedroom	—	21 × 20
Dining Room	Main	20 × 10
Kitchen	Main	21 × 9
Laundry	Lower	5 × 5
Living Room	Main	25 × 23
Game Room	Lower	15 × 10
Office	Lower	13 × 11
Family Room	Main	22 × 22
Bathroom Full	Lower	—
Bathroom Half	Main	—
Bathroom Three Quarter	Lower	—

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Jennifer Eiss, 3034875472, Compass - Boulder

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Property History

DateEventPrice

7/24/2026

Sold

$1,995,000 0%

$484/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1053965

6/1/2026

Status change

$1,995,000 0%

$484/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1053965

3/16/2026

Listed for sale

$1,995,000 -4.8%

$484/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1053965

3/10/2026

Listing removed

$2,095,000 0%

$509/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1047180

11/10/2025

Listed for sale

$2,095,000

$509/sqft

Source:

recolorado #RECIR1047180

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