About 1016 Stearns Avenue
Build Your Dream Home in One of Boulder’s Most Iconic Neighborhoods Welcome to 1016 Stearns Avenue—an incredible opportunity to create your forever home in the highly sought-after Lake Shore Estates neighborhood. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, this rare .65-acre lot offers the space, setting, and flexibility to design a custom home that fits your lifestyle and vision. Currently home to a solidly built 1,714 sq ft Midcentury Modern ranch with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, this property offers an ideal starting point—or a blank canvas—for your next chapter. The expansive lot provides plenty of room for a stunning new build, a spacious yard, and luxury outdoor features like a pool, garden, or detached studio. This location blends peace and privacy with convenience—close to everything Boulder has to offer, from trails and open space to top-rated schools and restaurants. As a bonus, the property falls within the boundaries for potential membership to the exclusive Baseline Reservoir (waitlist required). Whether you’re dreaming of a modern masterpiece or a timeless retreat, 1016 Stearns offers the perfect foundation to bring your vision to life in one of Boulder’s most prestigious neighborhoods.
Features of 1016 Stearns Avenue
| MLS® # | 6220895 |
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| Price | $998,500 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Square Footage | 1,714 |
| Acres | 0.65 |
| Year Built | 1959 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Mid-Century Modern |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 1016 Stearns Avenue |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | Lake Shore Estates |
| City | Boulder |
| County | Boulder |
| State | CO |
| Zip Code | 80303 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Connected |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Asphalt, Concrete |
| View | Mountain(s) |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, Butcher Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, No Stairs, Open Floorplan, Primary Suite |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Cooktop, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer |
| Heating | Forced Air, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Living Room |
| Stories | One |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Irrigated, Landscaped, Level |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows |
| Roof | Membrane |
| Foundation | Block |
School Information
| District | Boulder Valley RE 2 |
|---|---|
| Elementary | Douglass |
| Middle | Platt |
| High | Fairview |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 18th, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Zoning | ER |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Keller Williams Advantage Realty LLC |
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