Step through the front door to breathtaking Continental Divide views stretching in every direction. Ideally positioned just 7 minutes from downtown Boulder, this architecturally masterful passive solar home basks in full sun and seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living through expansive windows and wraparound decks. The architect-designed eave system shades the south-facing windows in summer while maximizing solar heat gain in winter, and a Trombe wall with mechanical air circulation keeps the home naturally efficient year-round. The chef's kitchen is built for serious entertaining, while the grand primary suite features a luxurious 6-piece bath. A classic wood-burning fireplace anchors the living space for cozy evenings at home. The finished basement offers a cool retreat, an indoor cultivation area, and a spa-inspired bath with steam room and second shower. A private stone patio off the guest bedroom adds another layer of outdoor living. The studio is a standout space - featuring custom cabinetry, a catwalk designed for full window access, and a closet with existing water lines that could easily be converted to a darkroom or additional bath. The oversized 2-car garage goes well beyond parking, complete with an ingenious temperature-controlled wine room cooled naturally by well water circulation, a cedar closet, and additional attic storage - a rare combination of function and luxury seldom found at this level. Outside, the property is nothing short of extraordinary - a private nature trail winds through the grounds, thoughtfully built with accessibility in mind, while a zip line, ninja course, and treehouse offer endless outdoor adventure for the young and young at heart. Nestled in coveted Sunshine Canyon - known for its privacy, abundant sunshine, and unbeatable proximity to Boulder - this is a rare offering for the discerning buyer who appreciates inspired design, self-sufficient living, and a home that truly has it all.
For sale
Price cut: $200K (5/15)
$2,299,999
135 Poorman Rd, Boulder, CO 80302
4beds
3,912sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
1.8 Acres Lot
$2,364,600 Zestimate®
$588/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Breathtaking continental divide viewsArchitect-designed eave systemWraparound decksAdditional attic storageGrand primary suiteCedar closetExpansive windows
- 36 days |
- 463 |
- 11 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tom Kahn 303-579-4678,
RE/MAX Alliance-Boulder,
Kathryn Whelan 303-442-3180,
RE/MAX Alliance-Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 1056243
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Loft
Primary bedroom
- Description: Carpet
- Features: 3/4 Primary Bath
- Level: Main
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 20
Bedroom 2
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Dining room
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 10
Family room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Basement
- Area: 420 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 15
Kitchen
- Description: Wood
- Level: Main
- Area: 460 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 23
Laundry
- Description: Tile
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 12
Living room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Main
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 22
Recreation room
- Description: Carpet
- Level: Additional
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 24
Heating
- Hot Water
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Freezer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Hookup
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen, Separate Dining Room, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Jack & Jill Bathroom, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings, Wood Frames, Bay or Bow Window
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,912
- Total interior livable area: 3,912 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,891
- Finished area below ground: 1,021
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Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Details: Attached
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Main Floor Bath, Accessible Bedroom, Main Level Laundry
Features
- Levels: Raised Ranch
- Patio & porch: Patio, Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Hills, Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 1.8 Acres
- Features: Wooded, Evergreen Trees, Native Plants, Sloped, Rock Outcropping, Abuts Public Open Space, Unincorporated
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: R0023676
- Zoning: F
- Special conditions: Private Owner
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Horse(s) Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: XCEL
- Gas: Propane
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Cistern
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available, Cable Available, High Speed Avail
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Saxon Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boulder
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $588/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,329,100
- Annual tax amount: $7,494
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Seller's personal property.
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$2,364,600
$2.25M - $2.48M
$7,324/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Price change | $2,299,999-8%$588/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000-13.8%$639/sqft |
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| 2/24/2026 | Listing removed | $8,390$2/sqft |
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| 2/7/2026 | Price change | $8,390+11.9%$2/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $7,500$2/sqft |
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| 8/21/2024 | Listing removed | $2,899,000$741/sqft |
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| 6/3/2024 | Price change | $2,899,000-8%$741/sqft |
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| 4/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000$805/sqft |
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| 11/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $3,150,000+2001.4%$805/sqft |
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| 4/2/1980 | Sold | $149,900$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,698 +1.7% | $83,069 -13.3% |
| 2024 | $7,567 +16.3% | $95,836 -1% |
| 2023 | $6,505 +5.1% | $96,766 +28.4% |
| 2022 | $6,191 +25.5% | $75,380 -2.8% |
| 2021 | $4,932 | $77,549 +23.8% |
| 2020 | $4,932 +14.7% | $62,620 |
| 2019 | $4,299 | $62,620 +12.5% |
| 2018 | $4,299 | $55,642 -9.5% |
| 2017 | $4,299 -2.5% | $61,515 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $4,410 +5.4% | $57,639 +16.7% |
| 2015 | $4,182 +22.7% | $49,392 |
| 2014 | $3,407 +5.5% | $49,392 |
| 2013 | $3,229 -16.1% | $49,392 +4.3% |
| 2012 | $3,847 -12.5% | $47,362 |
| 2011 | $4,397 +6.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $4,133 +8.6% | $54,810 |
| 2009 | $3,807 +2.6% | $54,810 -7.4% |
| 2008 | $3,712 +6.1% | $59,200 |
| 2007 | $3,500 +9.6% | $59,200 +8.6% |
| 2006 | $3,193 +9.4% | $54,530 |
| 2005 | $2,917 +0.5% | $54,530 +8% |
| 2004 | $2,902 -11.9% | $50,470 |
| 2003 | $3,293 +10.3% | $50,470 |
| 2002 | $2,986 | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $542,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 80302
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Flatirons Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.8 mi
- 5/10Casey Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 10/10Boulder High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Flatirons
- Middle: Casey
- High: Boulder
Source: IRES as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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