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Living in Downtown Boulder

Downtown is the 4th most walkable neighborhood in Boulder with 1,210 residents.

Downtown has good public transportation and is a biker’s paradise.

Nearby neighborhoods: Mapleton Hill, Lower Arapahoe, University Hill, Flagstaff, Whittier, Goss - Grove and Newlands.

Nearby Downtown Apartments on Redfin

84 Walk Score of Downtown, Boulder, CO

Downtown is Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot.

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Photo of Boulder Cafe in Downtown, Boulder

Boulder Cafe

Photo of Boulder Book Store in Downtown, Boulder

Boulder Book Store

Most errands can be accomplished on foot in Downtown Boulder.

Downtown is the 4th most walkable neighborhood in Boulder with a Walk Score of 84.

Find apartments in Boulder's most walkable neighborhoods: Goss - Grove, University Hill and Whittier.

Downtown Boulder Apartments for Rent

Downtown Neighborhood Ranking

Compare Downtown to other Boulder neighborhoods.

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Population

2 University Hill 88 60 89 4,793
3 Whittier 86 53 94 4,918
4 Downtown 84 52 90 1,210
5 Mapleton Hill 83 52 86 1,133
6 Lower Arapahoe 74 49 87 1,509

Eating & Drinking

There are about 123 restaurants, bars and coffee shops in Downtown.

People in Downtown can walk to an average of 21 restaurants, bars and coffee shops in 5 minutes.

Photo of Foolish Craig's Cafe in Downtown, Boulder

Foolish Craig's Cafe

Photo of Brasserie Ten Ten in Downtown, Boulder

Brasserie Ten Ten

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thumbnail for Boulder CafeSituated at the corner of the pedestrian mall and 13th in a historical building is the original Boulder Cafe. Enjoy street performers or just people watching on their mall side patio.

Lenny Maiocco
on Boulder Cafe

52 Transit Score of Downtown, Boulder, CO

Downtown has Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options. Find Downtown Boulder apartments for rent on Redfin.

Public Transit Routes

Downtown has good public transportation and about 1 bus lines passing through it.

Transit Time

The map above shows how far you can travel in 30 minutes from Downtown on public transit.

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Lenny Maiocco

A resident of Boulder County since 1984, Lenny Maiocco has sold a variety of downtown and rural properties; from single family homes and townhomes, to lofts and condominiums since 2003. He and his wife have raised their family here, and therefore can relate to the challenges families face when making real estate changes. His local knowledge, relationships, and experience go a long way in navigating Boulder County's intricate real estate market. Choosing the Right Realtor DOES Make a Difference!

Ask Lenny about Downtown

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Photo of Foolish Craig's Cafe in Downtown, Boulder

Foolish Craig's Cafe

Photo of The Attic Bar and Bistro in Downtown, Boulder

The Attic Bar and Bistro

Photo of Brasserie Ten Ten in Downtown, Boulder

Brasserie Ten Ten

90 Bike Score of Downtown, Boulder, CO

Downtown is a Biker’s Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike.

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Photo of The Attic Bar and Bistro in Downtown, Boulder

The Attic Bar and Bistro

Photo of Trattoria On Pearl in Downtown, Boulder

Trattoria On Pearl

Photo of Amante Walnut in Downtown, Boulder

Amante Walnut

Photo of Boulder Army Store in Downtown, Boulder

Boulder Army Store

Photo of Violette in Downtown, Boulder

Violette

Photo of Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy in Downtown, Boulder

Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy

thumbnail for Boulder Book Store3 Floors & 150,000+ books since 1973. If they don't have it they can find it.

Lenny Maiocco
on Boulder Book Store

Photo of Boulder Bazaar in Downtown, Boulder

Boulder Bazaar

Photo of Steve Madden in Downtown, Boulder

Steve Madden

Photo of Centro in Downtown, Boulder

Centro

Photo of RE/MAX Alliance On Walnut - Lenny Maiocco in Downtown, Boulder

RE/MAX Alliance On Walnut - Lenny Maiocco

thumbnail for Foolish Craig's CafeAround since 1998, Foolish Craig's is still kicking out 'made to order' breakfast and lunch specials. Featured on the Food Network.

Lenny Maiocco
on Foolish Craig's Cafe

Photo of Two Sole Sisters in Downtown, Boulder

Two Sole Sisters

Photo of Pizzeria Locale in Downtown, Boulder

Pizzeria Locale

Photo of St Julien Hotel & Spa in Downtown, Boulder

St Julien Hotel & Spa

Photo of Frasca Caffe in Downtown, Boulder

Frasca Caffe

thumbnail for The Attic Bar and BistroOne of my favorite 'local' pubs now that it's been under new ownership for a while. $5 signature burgers all day Mondays & other great specials throughout the week. Hip late night college hangout.

Lenny Maiocco
on The Attic Bar and Bistro

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