Boulder Homes with Unimproved Land Subtype

Welcome to Boulder, Colorado – a vibrant city nestled at the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Boulder boasts a unique blend of outdoor adventure, cultural richness, and a vibrant community spirit. With over 300 days of sunshine each year, residents enjoy an active lifestyle, exploring the breathtaking trails, parks, and open spaces that surround this picturesque city. The historic Pearl Street Mall, with its eclectic shops, eateries, and street performers, is a hub of activity and a testament to Boulder's commitment to local businesses and cultural events.

For those seeking a piece of this enchanting city, homes with unimproved land present an incredible opportunity. These properties offer a blank canvas for homeowners and investors alike, allowing for the creation of a personalized haven in one of the most desirable locations in Colorado. Imagine designing your dream home surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Boulder County, where the mountains serve as your backdrop and the vibrant city life is just a stone’s throw away.

Living in Boulder means embracing a lifestyle that balances tranquility with adventure. Whether you’re hiking the Flatirons, enjoying a local craft brew, or attending one of the many festivals, there’s always something to explore. Investing in unimproved land here not only provides a chance to create your ideal living space but also a gateway to a community that values sustainability, wellness, and connection to nature. Discover the possibilities that await in Boulder, where your dream home can become a reality amidst the stunning Colorado landscape.

Newest Boulder Homes with Unimproved Land Subtype

$399,700

IR1064605 MLS

Discover a private 22-acre sanctuary in Sunshine Canyon - two separate lots (5.4 acres + 16.3 acres) offering a rare combination of open meadows, mature ponderosa pines and a secluded forest setting. Natural features include a seasonal stream and scenic gullies, with sweeping views to the east. Minimal tree clearing is needed to build your dream home. Located directly across from the Sunshine Canyon Fire Department and only a 10-minute paved drive to Broadway amenities (Ideal Market, Skratch Labs, Boulder Wine Merchant). A short additional drive brings you to Gold Hill for live music and dining. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts - immediate access to hiking and mountain bike trails and ample space to create your own private trail system. Wildlife abounds. Old mining cabin and outhouse in lower meadow, and associated primitive road for easy access to lower part of property. Unincorporated Boulder County-Forestry district. Tiny home onsite negotiable.

5550 Sunshine Canyon Drive, Boulder

$25,000

IR1064496 MLS

Private 5.16 acres & 1.835 acres are considered a legal inholding of private land within the National Forest. Both parcels, without deeded access. See maps in documents. Highest&Best use is as a Non-Federal land parcel exchange by a Small Tract Act within the USDA National Forest Districts. Thus, providing land to acquire a Federal land parcel to address existing encroachments by private owners within the USDA National Forest Service Districts. 2nd use, camping on as recreational property.

Pennsylvania Gulch Road, Boulder

$85,000

IR1063262 MLS

This dream lot in the historic Wall Street area of Fourmile Canyon is ready for your vision! This property is just a beautiful short 20 minute drive from downtown Boulder, yet feels a world away. Enjoy the peaceful stream running through. No current building lot determination. Seller is willing to provide up to date information on conversations with the county in order for Buyer to do due diligence to determine build-ability. No well or septic installed; this is unimproved land. ILC available. 6112 Fourmile Canyon Dr and 6122 Fourmile Canyon Dr (both across the street) are available to purchase as well - ask about a bundle deal if purchased together.

6055 Fourmile Canyon Drive, Boulder

$1,300,000

IR1062990 MLS

Rare Dual-Lot Development Opportunity! Builders, developers, investors and custom home buyers-this is an exceptional opportunity to acquire both 1920 & 1930 Grape Ave for $1,300,000, or purchase 1930 Grape Ave individually for $750,000. Rarely do two adjacent, separately buildable lots become available in an established Boulder neighborhood. Purchase both parcels to create an outstanding opportunity to design & construct 2 homes simultaneously-reducing costs & maximizing economies of scale in one of Boulder's most desirable infill locations. For custom home buyers, 1930 Grape Ave offers the ideal setting to build the home you've always envisioned. Or secure both lots to create a larger private estate, preserve additional privacy and outdoor space, or build one home while retaining or selling the second lot.Vacant residential lots in established Boulder neighborhoods are exceptionally scarce, and opportunities to acquire two side-by-side parcels are even rarer. Whether you're planning one extraordinary custom residence or a two-home development, this unique offering provides unmatched flexibility, long-term value, and exceptional investment potential. Renderings reflect artist's concept only. See Documents for Feasibility Study.

1930 Grape Avenue, Boulder

$725,000

IR1062989 MLS

Rare Dual-Lot Development Opportunity for builders, developers, investors & custom home buyers. This is an exceptional chance to secure one or both of two adjacent, separately buildable lots in an established Boulder neighborhood. Purchase 1920 Grape Ave individually for $725,000, or acquire both 1920 & 1930 Grape Ave for $1,300,000 and capitalize on the efficiencies of designing and constructing two homes simultaneously. Construct both homes to significantly reduce cost & maximize economies of scale-creating a compelling infill opportunity that's increasingly difficult to find in Boulder. For custom home buyers, this lot offers the perfect canvas to build the home you've always envisioned. Or purchase both lots to create a larger private estate & preserve additional open space and privacy, or develop one home while retaining or selling the other. Vacant residential lots in established Boulder neighborhoods are exceptionally scarce, and opportunities to acquire two side-by-side parcels are even rarer. Whether you're looking to build one extraordinary custom home or develop two signature residences, this offering provides outstanding flexibility, value, and long-term potential. Renderings reflect artist's concept only. See Documents for Feasibility Study.

1920 Grape Avenue, Boulder

$420,000

IR1062462 MLS

Perched in one of Sugarloaf's most sought-after mountain communities, this exceptional 2.41-acre homesite offers the perfect opportunity to build your Colorado dream home. Enjoy sweeping panoramic views of rolling meadows, forested hillsides, and snow-capped peaks stretching across the horizon. The gently sloping lot provides multiple potential building sites, allowing you to maximize both privacy and scenery.Experience the best of mountain living while remaining just 20 minutes from Boulder, offering easy access to world-class dining, shopping, recreation, and employment. Surrounded by natural beauty and abundant wildlife, this coveted location combines peaceful seclusion with everyday convenience. Whether you're envisioning a custom mountain retreat, modern getaway, or full-time residence, this rare Sugarloaf property provides the ideal setting to bring your vision to life. Don't miss this opportunity to own a stunning piece of Colorado and create the home you've always imagined.

730 Lost Angel Road, Boulder

$949,000

IR1059100 MLS

While strolling back from Chautauqua, consider stopping by 757 12th St - an approximately 6,116 sq ft building lot just three blocks from Chautauqua Park, nestled beneath the Flatirons on a quiet, mostly owner-occupied street. Established neighborhood with strong pride of ownership, lush foliage for privacy, and world-class hiking and biking trails, just minutes away. Level, buildable lot with alley access and utility hookups available. Water and sewer taps paid previously, cable TV available, partially fenced. The lot allows up to 3,323 sq ft of floor area and 2,273 sq ft of building coverage, with a 32.47 ft height limit. A basement, in addition to above-grade square footage, can be habitable with reasonable egress. Substantial entitlement work has been completed in the past. Previously approved plans (since voided for inactivity) called for a 2-story single-family home - 1,882 sq ft of interior living plus a 480 sq ft attached 2-car garage above grade, over a 1,418 sq ft finished basement - while preserving the existing 396 sq ft historic landmarked carriage house. The historic carriage house may have potential for ADU conversion (carrying historic designation; the lot itself does not), as previously confirmed by the city. Included in the sale: blueprints, soil reports, and the previously approved architectural plans. Boulder real estate has demonstrated strong appreciation, and, an opportunity in a location this hard to replicate, doesn't come along often. All information herein is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer and Buyer's Agent are responsible for independently verifying all information directly with the City of Boulder prior to closing.

757 12th Street, Boulder

$550,000

IR1057792 MLS

Set on nearly 18 acres in the gated community of Carriage Hill Estates, this exceptional homesite offers privacy, scale and sweeping views from Denver's skyline to a sea of evergreens. The land unfolds across a mix of meadow, forest and striking rock outcroppings, creating a dynamic and usable setting just minutes from North Boulder. Offered at $550,000, the value is rooted in the land itself - a rare, large parcel in an established mountain enclave with access and infrastructure in place. Buyers also have the option to purchase a fully approved building permit set in addition to the land, featuring an incredible modern design by acclaimed Boulder-based bldg.collective. Thoughtfully conceived for this site, the plans reflect a refined, contemporary mountain aesthetic and offer a meaningful head start toward construction, significantly streamlining the building process. Move forward with this architectural vision or bring your own plans. A rare opportunity to secure land, design and flexibility in one of Boulder's most sought-after mountain communities.

695 Cutter Lane, Boulder

$250,000

3905776 MLS

A rare 1.6-acre foothills parcel just minutes from Boulder, Lot 3 at Middle Fork Rd offers a beautiful blend of privacy, natural surroundings, and future possibility. Tucked into a peaceful mountain setting with mature trees and Colorado scenery, this vacant lot invites vision — whether held as a standalone parcel, explored for future use, or purchased together with the adjoining improved Lot 2 for expanded privacy and flexibility. The location delivers the best of foothills living: a quiet, natural backdrop with convenient access to Boulder, Nederland, trails, open space, and year-round outdoor recreation. A recorded driveway easement is in place, and the ILC, driveway easement, plat map, and Boulder County building determination letter are available for buyer review. Opportunities to secure land in this setting are increasingly rare, especially with the option to pair it with the neighboring home parcel for a more expansive Boulder foothills retreat. No HOA. Crestview Estates has a voluntary homeowner’s group with a $25 annual donation, primarily used for neighborhood emails, updates & community communications.

8664 Middle Fork, Boulder

$2,300,000

4033815 MLS

For 10 years, this nearly one-acre lot was our beloved home. Every day, we woke up and appreciated the glorious views of the majestic Front Range and Rocky Mountains. We never tired of it. We knew what we had was rare and special. We are moving on to a new chapter of our lives. But the city of Boulder, the neighborhood of Spanish Hills and the address of 7351 Panorama Drive will always be near and dear to our hearts. This is a special lot that more than lives up to the name "Panorama." The location of this property is absolutely ideal. The Davidson Mesa Open Space, with its three-mile loop, is across the street. Douglass, Platt and Fairview are all 15 minutes or less away. Costco is 12 minutes down McCaslin Road. Denver International Airport is a quick 37-minute trip. Plus, you have all the beauty and desirability of Boulder close by — hiking trails, restaurants and the Pearl Street Mall.

7351 Panorama Drive, Boulder

$1,200,000

IR1056239 MLS

One of 3 "Boulder County Approved" Building sites, a part of the 95 acre north portion of Bald Mountain Reserve was sold by the state of Colorado in 2019. This "never before on the market, 95 acre piece of land went into private ownership. The new owners subdivided this land into 3 separate parcels. A 5,000 sq ft home can be built on each one. Perfectly situated less than a half mile from paved Sunshine Canyon Dr. and near the end of a quiet, well-maintained road, this property is 10 minutes from Boulder. Watch the morning sun rising over Nebraska. Enjoy the breathtaking views in every direction. Enjoy the starry dark night skies. It's such a short easy ride down to Boulder's vibrant lifestyle with so many things to do. Great Restaurants, Live Music, Farmers Markets, the University of Colorado, and coming soon, in January 2027, The "International Sundance Film Festival". Envision your Private Mountain Getaway, Legacy Property, or a Land Investment in Boulder County? Come hike this land with me. I'll show you around. Please view the video tour for a remarkable preview of the property! You will see that this property has a long listing history because it showed a price of $2,995,000 for buying all 3 separate listings, that could only be sold together. Now this beautiful Property can be sold by itself.

4444 Sunshine Canyon Drive, Boulder

$1,200,000

IR1056237 MLS

4394 Sunshine Canyon Drive, Boulder

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