University Hill

Welcome to University Hill

It’s the neighborhood that borders CU to the west. Filled with big trees, Victorian homes, and hilly streets, University Hill boasts some of the most beautiful architecture to be found in Boulder. And let’s not forget the fraternities and sororities that also make their homes in this neighborhood. Situated just south of downtown Boulder, The Hill, as it’s commonly called, is an interesting mix of college students and families, combining the best (and worst) of late-night parties and early-rising babies for the past century.

History: University Hill is one of the older neighborhoods in town, benefitting from its proximity to the university. In 1890, the first large-scale development began, and by 1906, there was enough residential growth to necessitate the opening of the neighborhood’s first school, University Hill Elementary. The boom times of the 1920s and the military presence of the Navy’s Japanese Language School brought many more people to the area and kept the neighborhood growing.

Housing: In this neighborhood, housing spans the spectrum from rundown student rentals to multi-million dollar single-family homes. There remain many of the original Bungalow-style houses, which were popular in the 1920s, and lots of large Victorians on sprawling lots. Rentals abound in this neighborhood but be prepared to fight the students for the opportunity to live this close to campus.

Overview for University Hill, CO

5,594 people live in University Hill, where the median age is 21 and the average individual income is $15,841. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

5,594

Total Population

21 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$15,841

Average individual Income

Around University Hill, CO

There's plenty to do around University Hill, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

88

Very Walkable

Walking Score

91

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score

63

Good Transit

Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Upstart Kombucha, Stick Around Skewers, and STRIDE Fitness.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Upstart Kombucha page on Yelp Search 3095 Sterling Cir on Google Maps	Dining · $$	3.07 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Stick Around Skewers page on Yelp	Dining	4.36 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the STRIDE Fitness page on Yelp Search 1895 28th St on Google Maps	Active	1.27 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Renaissance Adventures page on Yelp Search 5717 Arapahoe Ave on Google Maps	Active	3.12 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Customized Nutrition & Exercise page on Yelp Search 4770 Pearl St on Google Maps	Active	2.22 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Way of the Crane Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 1925 55th St on Google Maps	Active	2.85 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Boulder Karate page on Yelp Search 1672 30th St on Google Maps	Active	1.46 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Functional Fitness and Wellness Centers page on Yelp Search 2868 30th St on Google Maps	Active	1.95 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Angels & Icons page on Yelp Search 3280 28th St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.14 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Boulder Body Balance Acupuncture & Massage page on Yelp Search 3004 Folsom St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.75 miles	15 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shear Abby Salon page on Yelp Search 956 Pearl St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.72 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Schaller Hair page on Yelp Search 2900 Valmont Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	1.89 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Antler And The Hare page on Yelp Search 2299 Pearl St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.14 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Bolder Lashes page on Yelp Search 1800 Commerce St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.56 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shakti Lash Studio page on Yelp Search 4949 N Broadway St on Google Maps	Beauty	3.99 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Swell Hair Company page on Yelp Search 4800 Baseline Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	2.35 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Sasha's Skincare Studio page on Yelp Search 255 Canyon Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.94 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Studio Smoke and Mirrors page on Yelp	Beauty	2.14 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars

Schools in University Hill, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby University Hill. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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