Boulder Neighborhoods | Dakota Ridge
/Nestled in the northwest corner of Boulder city limits lies Dakota Ridge—a newer subdivision that has drawn homeowners with its value and eco-conscious, modern design. While home prices certainly aren’t low here, you’ll find some of the “biggest bang for your buck,” with new and near-new houses at a lower price point than central Boulder. The neighborhood’s prime location along both acres of open space and the foothills, coupled with its community-minded master plan make it a desirable spot to call home.
While the aesthetic of Dakota Ridge is decidedly new and “mountain modern,” you’ll find a variety of types of homes here, from one-bedroom condos to five-bedroom houses. Yards tend to be small, but the huge community park in the center of the neighborhood—and sprawling open space surrounding it—more than make up for it. Hiking or biking is as easy as picking a trail and heading out—up into the foothills for a mountain bike or walking trek, or up 36 toward Lyons on your road bike. Dakota Ridge Park offers its own recreational opportunities with three acres of open fields, paved walkways, sheltered picnic tables and an innovative, prehistoric-themed playground complete with dinosaur footprints imprinted in the cement.
As this community has developed, so too have the surrounding amenities. Today you’ll find cafes, bakeries, coffeeshops, and even a brewery right across Broadway. The “Skip”—one of Boulder’s über-convenient bus routes—runs down Broadway, making quick trips to Pearl Street, the CU campus, or even South Boulder, a breeze.