3231 11th St

Centrally located on one of Newlands' quietest streets is a distinctive turn-of-the-century stone-crafted home,landmarked as a Boulder historical residence.Yet this classic home equally celebrates Boulder's future.Completely renovated in 2011,the restoration of the original dwelling and the addition of 2,500 sq. ft. of new structures achieved the highest level of residential construction,earning the esteemed LEED Platinum Certification by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).It is one of 169 residential homes in all of Colorado to have earned this award.This distinctive property seamlessly blends timeless character w/modern sustainability,showcasing a design that harmonizes architecture w/an abundance of nature.The house sits on a 12,500-square-foot quadruple lot that features mature trees,large boulders & expansive sky views.This home is designed to promote wellness,featuring structurally integrated panel construction that regulates temperature,a 10-kW solar array,low-VOC finishes & a south-facing passive solar orientation.The ranch-style layout includes a lofted 2nd bedroom,ideal for guests or a private office,while an 850-square-foot flexible studio w/soaring ceilings inspires creativity & invites repurposing.It is currently configured as a fully operational professional photography studio w/built-in makeup station.Above on the 2nd floor is a light-filled,licensed,income-producing 1bed/1bath ADU w/unobstructed views of Sanitas Mountain.Four stone-crafted,raised organic garden beds & a sunlit indoor-outdoor flow create a truly magical balance of living space and nature.The home is within walking distance to North Boulder Park,the blossoming Alpine-Balsam development and Sanitas hiking trails.Pre-inspected & unlike any other home in Newlands,this residence is a fusion of history,innovation, & Boulder Open Space.This one-of-a-kind home honors both environmentalism & creativity.2027 heralds the international debut of the Sundance Film Festival in Boulder.