178 Balsam Ln

Boulder, CO 80304

$2,095,000
Price
3
Beds
4,119 Sq. Ft.
$509 / Sq. Ft.
4,119
Sq. Ft.
$509
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Discover the rarest of combinations in Boulder: a private compound with an art studio and a detached guest 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...Discover the rarest of combinations in Boulder: a private compound with an art studio and a detached guest 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. What truly elevates this property are two distinct bonus spaces: a sprawling 800sf studio with a private entrance-perfect for an artist, home gym, or expansive office - and a charming 500sf guest house above the garage, ideal for visitors, remote work, or a private retreat. 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 finished 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 Agent

  1. Jenner Eiss

    Jenner Eiss

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    jenner.eiss@compass.com

    P: (303)-931-3477

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Forced Air
  • Garage
  • Laundry
  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Radiant Heating
  • Washer
LISTING UPDATED: 12/04/2025 09:23 AM

Property Details for 178 Balsam Lane

StatusActive
MLS #1047180
Days on Compass42
Taxes$9,535 / year
HOA Fees$100 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential-Detached
Year Built1979
Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,908 SF
CountyBoulder County

Location

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Building Information for 178 Balsam Lane

Stories2Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,908 SF

Payment Calculator

$11,155 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,352

Property Taxes

$795

HOA Dues

$8

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Property Information for 178 Balsam Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Access 1: Public Maintained Road
  • Longitude and Latitude: -105.322042, 40.046351
  • Latitude: 40.05
  • Longitude: -105.32
  • Elementary School District: Boulder Valley Dist RE2
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Boulder Valley Dist RE2
Parking
  • Garage SqFt: 500
  • Garage Type 1: No
  • # of Garage Spaces 1: 2
  • # of Garage Spaces 3: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, >8' Garage Door
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Fee Includes: Management
  • Tax Information: No
  • Has HOA 2: No
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Has HOA Covenants: Yes
  • HOA Transfer Fee: No
  • Association Name: Pine Brook Hills
  • Has Association Fee: Yes
  • Has Association Reserve: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,535
  • Parcel Number: R0034890
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Improvements: Wooded, Steep Slope, Rock Outcropping
  • Lot Size Area: 38,908.00
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Has Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Has Improvements: No
  • Vegetation: Evergreen Trees, Deciduous Trees
Property and Assessments
  • Total Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Total Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living SqFt: 4119
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Sq Ft Apx: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Total Finished Area: 4119
  • Location Description 2: No
  • Pano Url Position: 1
  • Are Ditches Active: No
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Property Styles: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • Home Warranty YN: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Utilities 1: No
  • Electric: Electric, Xcel Energy
  • Gas: Natural Gas, Xcel Energy
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Green Energy Efficient: HVAC, Thermostat
  • Heating YN: Yes
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Flooring: Wood Floors
Interior Features
  • ViewYN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Study Area, High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Hookups, Lower Level
  • Spa YN: No
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows
  • Fireplaces 1: 2+ Fireplaces, Gas, Family/Recreation Room Fireplace, Kitchen
  • All Bedrooms Conform: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.25
  • Rough-in Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarters Bathrooms: 1
  • Baths Full Additional: 1
  • Baths Full Basement: 0
  • Baths Half Additional: 0
  • Baths Half Basement: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Additional: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Basement: 0
  • Baths Three Quarters Lower: 1
  • Baths Three Quarters Upper: 0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Living Room
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Living Room Length: 25
  • Living Room Width: 23
  • Living Room Area: 575
  • Living Room Floor Covering: Wood Floor
Family Room
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Length: 25
  • Family Room Width: 22
  • Family Room Area: 550
  • Family Room Floor Covering: Carpet
  • Has Family Room: Yes
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Length: 21
  • Kitchen Width: 9
  • Kitchen Area: 189
  • Kitchen Floor Covering: Wood Floor
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Length: 20
  • Dining Room Width: 10
  • Dining Room Area: 200
  • Dining Room Floor Covering: Wood Floor
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Primary Bedroom Length: 23
  • Primary Bedroom Width: 11
  • Primary Bedroom Area: 253
  • Primary Bedroom Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Lower
  • Bedroom 2 Length: 13
  • Bedroom 2 Width: 11
  • Bedroom 2 Area: 143
  • Bedroom 2 Floor Covering: Carpet
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Additional Upper
  • Bedroom 3 Length: 21
  • Bedroom 3 Width: 20
  • Bedroom 3 Area: 420
  • Bedroom 3 Floor Covering: Hardwood
Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Length: 5
  • Laundry Room Width: 5
  • Laundry Room Floor Covering: Vinyl
Rec Room
  • Rec Room Length: 15
  • Rec Room Width: 10
  • Rec Room Level: Lower
  • Rec Room Floor Type Code: Carpet
Study
  • Study Length: 13
  • Study Width: 11
  • Study Level: Lower
  • Study Floor Covering: Carpet
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Sq Ft Unit: Square Feet
  • Horse YN: No

Property History for 178 Balsam Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 26, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596941456

$960,000

+6.2% / yr

Jan 28, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #303878059

$655,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/26/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #596941456

$960,000

+6.2% / yr

01/28/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #303878059

$655,000

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

Public Records for 178 Balsam Lane

Taxable ValueLand$14,050Additions$92,252Total$106,302
Tax Record2024$9,535 ($795 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.2Total Finished SqFt3,457 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,457 SqFtStories2Lot Size38,899 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated2000Zoning1112CountyBOULDERAPN1461-15-0-04-008

Schools near 178 Balsam Lane

This home is within Boulder Valley Re 2 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Foothill Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Centennial 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

Centennial 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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More information about 178 Balsam Lane, Boulder, CO 80304

178 Balsam Lane is a single family home for sale in Boulder, CO 80304. This property was listed for sale on November 11, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,095,000. It has been on the market for a total of 42 days and was last sold on May 26, 2017. This listing's school district is Boulder Valley Re 2 School District. Nearby schools include Foothill Elementary School, Centennial Middle School and Boulder High School. 178 Balsam Lane is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 4,119 sqft single family home built in 1979.

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