Boulder Homes with Unimproved Land Subtype

Welcome to Boulder County, Colorado, a picturesque region that seamlessly blends natural beauty with a vibrant community spirit. Nestled at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder County boasts stunning landscapes, rich cultural offerings, and a lifestyle that encourages both adventure and relaxation. Known for its stunning flatirons and expansive open spaces, this area is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With miles of hiking and biking trails, pristine parks, and access to the beautiful Boulder Creek, residents enjoy an active lifestyle surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

For those seeking a unique opportunity in real estate, Boulder County offers homes with unimproved land, presenting a blank canvas for your dreams. These properties provide the perfect chance to create your own sanctuary, whether you envision a rustic retreat, a modern masterpiece, or a sustainable homestead. With ample space to breathe and the freedom to design your ideal residence, the potential is limitless.

Imagine waking up to the sounds of nature, with expansive views of the mountains and valleys right outside your window. Unimproved land in Boulder County allows you to embrace the serenity of rural living while still being just a stone's throw away from the bustling downtown area, renowned for its eclectic shops, farm-to-table dining, and a lively arts scene.

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a first-time homebuyer, Boulder County’s homes with unimproved land offer a rare opportunity to invest in your future while enjoying the unparalleled lifestyle that this enchanting region has to offer. Explore the possibilities today!

Newest Boulder Homes with Unimproved Land Subtype

$99,000

IR1065132 MLS

Strategically located between the thriving city of Boulder and the awesome peaks of the Continental Divide, the Bar-K Ranch is a wonderful mountain community and this building site will provide the inspiration for your dream home. Backing to a large private parcel with views toward a quacking aspen grove, this is the blank canvas you've been looking for. Mostly open woods and gently sloping, this land is located on an easy county maintained road with reliable winter plowing. Residents of Bar-K Ranch benefit from optional, exclusive access to a variety of neighborhood amenities, including three stocked private lakes, community picnic and gardening areas, horse trails, and over 50 acres of dedicated common land. The community is directly bordered on multiple sides by the Roosevelt National Forest, providing hundreds of acres of public land to hike and bike. This is a wonderful community and you'll find that many neighbors have lived in and loved this place for decades. If you're thinking of building a getaway spot, this is a great place to escape to for the peace and quiet of mountain living. While offering a remote mountain feel, the property is just a 30-minute commute to Boulder and minutes from the vibrant local hamlet of Jamestown which considers the Bar-K part of the community. The lovely Ceran St Vrain trail is just a few minutes drive and Rocky Mtn National Park less than an hour. Building is managed by Boulder County and a call to the planning department will be useful to understand the process. Come check out this lovely property and discover the beauty of mountain living!

312 Ridge Road, Ward

$550,000

IR1064900 MLS

Views, Views, Views! Outstanding 37.8-acre building lot with impressive Back Range views. Unique opportunity to build your dream home on the graceful peak of the property. This property feels secluded, but is only a few miles from Lyons with all the town conveniences. A natural stone wall and two lion statues greet you at the driveway. The current water source is a 3200-gallon cistern.The driveway is marked 1313.

1285 Eagle Ridge Road, Lyons

$98,000

IR1064788 MLS

Located on a city-maintained street in Old Town Nederland, this rare, flat parcel provides a practical base for mountain construction, entirely bypassing the challenges of a steep-terrain site. The lot offers highly usable land in a central location in an eclectic neighborhood of modest homes. Nederland's downtown area - including local shops, a supermarket, great dining, coffee shops - is a short walk away. An RTD bus stop is located just one block from the property, offering direct transit to Eldora Mountain Resort and the greater Denver-Boulder area. As a major benefit, Nederland residents are eligible for the town's Community EcoPass program, which provides a free annual transit pass for unlimited rides on all regional RTD bus and rail services, including DIA! The highly-rated local K-12 schools are wonderful community assets. Part of the excellent Boulder Valley School District, both Nederland Elementary and Nederland Middle-Senior High School offer small class sizes and personalized education just minutes away. The Middle-Senior High is just a 10 min walk from this property! Eldora Ski Resort is a convenient 10 minute drive. Indian Peaks Wilderness trailheads are located just up the road for immediate access to hiking, biking, and camping. World class mountain bike trails surround Ned. While the property is set in this alpine environment, city conveniences remain highly accessible; downtown Boulder is located just 17 miles east, allowing for a commute of less than a half-hour along a stunningly beautiful canyon. Property is zoned HDR for a single family home. Water and sewer taps are available.

655 W Spruce Street, Nederland

$150,000

IR1064689 MLS

Stunning 2.5 acre lot in Nederland with beautiful mature trees, large aspen grove and open meadow. Located in this quiet and serene Cold Springs neighborhood for the ultimate mountain experience but only 4 miles from the center of downtown Nederland with shops, coffee, restaurants, and the incredible Carousel of Happiness. Endless outdoor adventures await with easy access to Eldora Mountain Resort, hiking trails, mountain biking trails, Brainard Lakes State Park and countless others.

Cold Springs Road, Nederland

$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

$175,000

2795176 MLS

Divide and Plains View. 2 sister lots in Kuhlmann Heights subdivision (Coal Creek Canyon). Same family for over 60 years. Both lots offer good solar gain, level topography, divide view, plains view. Lot 97 is .65 acre with superior views. Lot 98 is .70 acre with unimproved Trapper Cabin, power at site and driveway. PSM for new construction on each lot is 2521sqft (garage included). Zoning is Forestry. See Boulder County Land Use for guidelines. Seller does not have survey. Just 27 minutes to Boulder, Interlocken, Golden. Buyer must be accompanied by buyer broker. Buyer and Buyer agent to verify all measurements, data, comments, etc. Property being sold "As is, where is, with all faults". No well, no septic. Schedule a site visit today and start planning your vision in this sought-after area! Contact the listing agent for more information.

595 Divide View Drive, Golden

$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

$180,000

3921848 MLS

A rare opportunity to build on one of the few nearly flat homesites in the foothills, offering breathtaking panoramic views and exceptional privacy. Perched atop a hill, this remarkable 2-acre property captures stunning views of Mt. Meeker to the northwest, with the potential for city views from a future upper level. Enjoy the perfect balance of convenience and tranquility, close to Boulder, Golden, and Denver, yet tucked away enough to feel like a year-round retreat. With unobstructed sun exposure from every direction, this is an ideal setting for a solar-powered home. Situated on a private dead-end road, the HOA is limited to road maintenance and snow removal, allowing you the freedom to enjoy your property with minimal restrictions. Residents also benefit from access to 11 acres of community open space with hiking trails right outside their door. This truly one-of-a-kind property offers the opportunity to create your dream home in an extraordinary foothills setting. Schedule your showing today, properties like this are exceptionally hard to find. Please note that wildlife is common in the area, and all visitors enter at their own risk. Buyers must be accompanied by a licensed buyer's agent and have a confirmed showing appointment.

543 Crescent Lake Road, Golden

$100,000

IR1062572 MLS

Now offered at just $100,000, this vacant parcel presents an exceptional opportunity in Boulder County. Few properties at this price point combine such an easy building site with Continental Divide views, a beautiful meadow, mature old-growth ponderosa pines, and paved access. The fully level building site, minimal tree clearing, and electric service at the lot line can help keep development costs down. Paved access all the way from Boulder to Sparn Way. Thousands of acres of nearby public lands, including National Forest accessed via a short walk down Sparn Way, offering endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Conveniently located just minutes from Jamestown and approximately 30 minutes from Boulder. The adjacent one-acre lot at 73 Sparn Way is also available for purchase, offering additional privacy, expanded acreage, or future flexibility.

Sparn Way, Jamestown

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