Mapleton Hill is one of Boulder's most celebrated historic neighborhoods, occupying a gentle rise just west of downtown with tree-canopied streets, gracious Victorian and Craftsman homes, and direct views toward the Flatirons. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the neighborhood is defined by its architectural character and its sense of civic life. From the broad, walkable corridors of Mapleton Avenue to the annual Porchfest, a free community music event where dozens of local musicians perform on residents' porches each September, it offers a quality of life that is hard to replicate. With a Walk Score of 83, Mapleton Hill is one of Boulder's most walkable neighborhoods, placing Pearl Street, restaurants, coffee shops, and trail access all within easy reach on foot.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Central Boulder |
| Walk Score Score provided by Walk Score |
83 - very walkable |
| Bike Score Score provided by Walk Score |
86 - very bikeable |
| Transit Score Score provided by Walk Score |
52 - some transit |
| Nearby Schools BVSD RE-2: Schools vary by address |
Whittier Elementary School |
| Nearby Destinations | Mount Sanitas, Pearl Street Mall, Centennial Trailhead |
Mapleton Hill is one of Boulder's most historically significant and consistently sought-after neighborhoods. Homes range from carefully preserved Victorian cottages and Craftsman bungalows to fully renovated or newly constructed residences that maintain the neighborhood's architectural character. The combination of historic designation, proximity to downtown, and direct trail access to Boulder Canyon and the Flatirons creates enduring demand and a price point that reflects it. With a median sale price of $2,740,000 in 2025 and a median of $886 per square foot, Mapleton Hill ranks among the highest-value neighborhoods in Boulder County.
| # Single-Family Home Sales | 15 |
| Median Price | $2,740,000 |
| Lowest Sale | $1,000,000 |
| Highest Sale | $7,600,000 |
| Median $/Sq Ft | $886 |
Mapleton Hill sits at the edge of downtown Boulder, putting Pearl Street's full range of restaurants, shops, and coffee within easy walking distance. Some of our favorite downtown restaurants are Frasca, Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery, and Boxcar Coffee. North Boulder staples off Broadway like The Hungry Toad, Santo, and Sweet Cow are also nearby. The Mapleton Avenue corridor itself is a destination, lined with mature silver maples and one of Boulder's most pleasant streets for an evening walk.
Mapleton Hill PorchFest is a free, community-organized music event held each September that draws hundreds of residents and visitors to the neighborhood's historic porches for an afternoon of live music, food trucks, and community gathering. Founded in 2011, it has become one of Boulder's most beloved annual traditions and a genuine reflection of the neighborhood's civic character.
For outdoor recreation, Mapleton Hill offers some of the most direct trail access in Boulder. The Mapleton Avenue trailhead connects immediately to the Mount Sanitas trail system, and Boulder Canyon, with access to climbing, hiking, and cycling routes, is minutes away by foot or bike.
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