Milwaukee moving to Boulder (Longmont, Golden: apartment, condo, house prices)

[taralr1711]

I am looking to relocate from Milwaukee (Bayview area) to Boulder. I would like to find a neighborhood that is similar to Bayview. I like to be able to go to independent bussiness. I love going to the Farmers Market, local coffee shops and my community garden. Can someone please recommend an area that would offer this lifestlye?

[Neditate]

I grew up in Milwaukee, actually spent my early childhood in Bayview.
But I have not been there in many years so I don't know what it is like now.
From what you describe, central Boulder, West Boulder and Whittier neighborhoods fit that description.
This website has descriptions and images of Boulder neighborhoods: Boulder Colorado Neighborhood Information

[Scott5280]

Trident Booksellers and Cafe http://www.boulderfarmers.org/ a couple of links to check out. There are literally dozens of independent coffee houses through out Boulder. I don't really know that much about Milwaukee or Bay View so I can't really give you any comparisons, but everything you mentioned is all there in Central Boulder. I believe they are talking about extending the farmers market to be year round. Highest quality organic food is in abundance in Boulder..

[DressageRider]

I agree with the recommendation of central Boulder, but keep in mind that Boulder is pretty small and dense.

[taralr1711]

What about outlying cities like Longmont? I was looking there are it seemed affordable.

[DressageRider]

Well, I am personally a big fan of Old Town Longmont, and we do have lots of independent businesses and coffee shops, and a really great farmer's market. It is about 15-20 miles from Boulder. I don't know what your situation is, but Longmont is particularly good for young families -- not so much for single people.

I will always suggest to people interested in moving to the area: come and visit and see for yourself!

[taralr1711]

life situation: single and lesbian. If that helps

[soscrewed]

The most important consideration is going to be $$$$$$. Getting anywhere withing walking distance of downtown Boulder is going to be very expensive, unless you are willing to live in student accomodations on the Hill, or live in a studio condo or apartment. I saw a house just north of Boulder High School last year that literally was an 800 sq ft. miner's shack and it sold for $550K. Rents are comparable.

If you have no particular connection to Boulder, then Golden is a little less expensive and has a nice little downtown.

On the plus side, if you are looking at buying, the house prices in Boulder are down to about 2003 levels now. Of course, this may not be the bottom.

People honestly used to think that houses in Boulder would *never* go down in price. They have been corrected.

[Bradburn1]

You might have a look at the Holiday neighborhood in north Boulder, it's a walkable neighborhood that is mixed-use and contains some great little restaurants you can walk to. You would find just what you are looking for in downtown Boulder, but housing close to that is fairly expensive. I also agree with the downtown Longmont option, love that area.

[taralr1711]

Yeah, looking for cheap right now. Thanks, you all have been very helpful.