Lafayette, CO Real Estate
Home to over 28,000 people, Lafayette, Colorado is a lush residential community located east of Boulder. Lafayette real estate often offers panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains and proximity to serene Waneka Lake. Recreation can be found in the 19 neighborhood parks, 20 miles of trails and the Indian Peaks Golf Course – designed by three-time U.S. Open winner Hale Irwin. Lafayette is served with an award-winning middle school, day-care and preschools, and a K-12 charter school.
- Square Miles9.5
- Population28,328
- Per Capita Income$39,220
- Median Household Income$72,895
- Housing Units10,866
- Homeownership Rate79.4%
- Median Home Price$525,000
Lafayette, CO Homes for Sale
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Beds 4 Baths 4 SqFt 3,774
MLS 891748 | Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Res-CanyonBlvd
Beds 3 Baths 3 SqFt 2,594
MLS 891676 | Listing Courtesy of Casabella Realty
Beds 2 Baths 3 SqFt 1,250
MLS 891617 | Listing Courtesy of Markel Homes
Beds 2 Baths 3 SqFt 1,919
MLS 891616 | Listing Courtesy of Resident Realty
Beds 3 Baths 4 SqFt 1,250
MLS 891601 | Listing Courtesy of Markel Homes
MLS 891581 | Listing Courtesy of Cobalt Realty, Ltd.
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Beds 3 Baths 4 SqFt 4,194
MLS 875588 | Listing Courtesy of WK Real Estate
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History
The city of Lafayette was founded by Mary Miller and her husband Lafayette Miller in 1888. They acquired farming land through the Homestead Act in 1871, but moved to Boulder in 1874 where Lafayette owned and operated a butcher shop. Upon his death in 1878 his wife and six children moved back to their initial farmland and discovered coal on their land in 1887. This brought in the era of coal mining. One year later, Mary allocated 150 acres to be set aside for the town of Lafayette, named for her late husband.
By 1914 Lafayette was leading the coal-mining industry and had become a city large enough to accommodate four hotels, two river banks, and brickworks. This industry survived two strikes and almost 40 years, but began to decline in the 1950s due to natural gas becoming prominent and replacing coal as a fuel. It was in this decade that present-day Lafayette defined itself. Its population grew alongside the populations of Denver and Boulder, and its farming industry became small industrial, commercial, and manufacturing.
Schools
Eats & Sweets
A cozy, friendly space with homemade baked goods, ice cream, and snacks made with organic and...
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Proto’s Pizzeria Napolentana
A nationally recognized, locally owned pizzeria that compliments the traditional thin crust...
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Santiago’s
Authentic and fresh Mexican food in a casual dining environment with a welcoming, family...
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Tangerine
Innovative takes on classic breakfast, brunch, and lunch items using local farm fresh...
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The Community
An eatery by locals that makes all visitors feel like locals, specializing in local comfort food...
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The Post Brewing Company
Craft beers created to pair perfectly with the comfort food made by the kitchen’s passionate...
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Indian Peaks Golf Course
The 18-hole Indian Peaks Golf Course was designed by Hale Irwin to challenge golfers of all...
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Parks & Open Space
With over 20 miles of trails, 19 parks and 323 acres of open space, Lafayette offers a variety...
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Waneka Lake Park
A recreational refuge in a suburban setting, offering a variety of outdoor amenities including...
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Historic Homes
Numerous homes built in the late 1800s and early 1900s can still be found in Lafayette. The city...
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Lafayette Miners Museum
A tribute to Lafayette’s rich history, the Miners Museum contains artifacts and photos that...
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WOW! Children’s Museum
WOW! offers hands-on exhibits that teach kids about a wide variety of subjects, from STEM to...
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Chocolaterie Stam
Handcrafted chocolate, including truffles and hand-painted confections, in the old-world Dutch...
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Lafayette Florist, Gift Shop and Garden Center
Lafayette’s floral and gardening headquarters, with two floors overflowing with fresh flowers...
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Little Herbal Apothecary
A community herb shop offering handcrafted small-batch herbal products including teas,...
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Noble Treasures Antiques
With over 20 independent antique dealers in 6,200 square feet of space, Noble Treasures is a...
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Purple Poppy
A locally owned store offering a colorful selection of unique gifts and home goods for any...
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4th of July
An old-fashioned 4th of July celebration with kid’s activities, local food and wine garden,...
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Art on the Street
Lafayette has the largest art-on-loan sculpture walk in Boulder Country with its winding...
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Fall Festival
Three great fall events in one! Enjoy the annual pumpkin race, pumpkin decorating, window...
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Lafayette Brew Fest
Explore local craft breweries and cideries by sampling the brews from over 20 companies while...
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Peach Festival
Lafayette’s annual Peach Festival is a free event featuring live music, children’s...
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Special Events
Lafayette features festivals, annual events, dinners, and more all year round.
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Bus Services: RTD
RTD is the public transportation service provider for the Denver Metro region, and it includes...
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