Boulder Neighborhoods | Whittier

In the heart of downtown Boulder, between the streets of Bluff, 28th, Broadway and Canyon, lies the neighborhood of Whittier. This relatively large area boasts a variety of homes in the most ideal of locations. Nestled between Pearl Street Mall and the 29th Street retail center, it doesn’t get much more central or convenient than Whittier.

Whittier is one of Boulder’s oldest neighborhoods. Established in 1859 with wide, tree-lined streets and large Victorian homes—some of which have been preserved through historic designation and restored to their former glory. But as Boulder grew, so too did Whittier, so you’ll find an eclectic mix of architecture here, including large single family homes, Accessory Dwelling Units perfect for rentals or mother-in-law suites, and multi-family condos and townhomes. There are a couple of pocket parks in the neighborhood, and there’s easy access to the expansive North Boulder Park, Central Park and the Boulder Creek Trail, making recreation options limitless.

If it’s shopping and dining you’re looking for, look no further than Whittier. Pearl Street Mall, with its plethora of restaurants and retail choices, is just to the south, and the 29th Street retail center lies just across 28th to the east. In fact, all along the eastern edge of the neighborhood you’ll find everything from groceries, to local restaurants to boutique shops offering one-of-a-kind finds. Whittier is also home to the Dairy Arts Center—a renovated milk processing center that today serves as a world-class venue for film, dance, theater, music and more. -Courtesy of Porchlight Group