Melody Heights
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Melody Heights holds single-family houses built between about 1955 and 1975 on lots of 0.12 to 0.20 acres, mid century plans on the grid near 19th Street and Kalmia Avenue in north Boulder. Melody Park, the neighborhood green at 16th Street and Kingwood Place, carries a playground built for ages 2 to 12 along with open turf and a picnic shelter. North Boulder Park at 800 Dellwood Avenue is about a mile southwest and holds the Tot Track bike loop marking the Red Zinger and Coors Classic racing years, plus a memorial fountain dedicated in 1976. Broadway is three minutes west and Pearl Street Mall roughly a mile and a half south.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Pearl Street Mall (4-block pedestrian promenade, 200+ shops/restaurants)
- CU Boulder campus (flagship state university, 35,000 students)
- Chautauqua Park and Auditorium (National Historic Landmark)
- Flatirons (iconic rock formations, 40+ miles of hiking trails)
- Boulder Creek Path (7.5-mile multi-use trail through city center)
- NCAR (National Center for Atmospheric Research) and Mesa Trail
- 46,000 acres of Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP)
- Boulder Reservoir (swimming, boating, fishing)
- 29th Street Mall (open-air shopping and dining)
- NoBo Art District (Colorado Creative District)
- Boulder Public Library (main and branch locations)
- North, South, and East Boulder Recreation Centers
- Valmont Bike Park
- Boulder Farmers Market (Saturday, April-November)
- Boulder Country Club (27-hole golf course, Gunbarrel)
- 300+ miles of bike lanes and multi-use paths (Bike Score 86)
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Where it sits
Inside Boulder. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Melody Heights
Where is Melody Heights?
Melody Heights is in Boulder, about 1.8 miles north of the Boulder center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Melody Heights built?
Homes in Melody Heights were built between 1955 and 1975 (mid-century / late 20th century).
What amenities does Melody Heights have?
Melody Heights amenities include mountain views from many homes, quiet residential streets, central north Boulder location, and proximity to Ideal Broadway shops.
How big are the lots in Melody Heights?
Typical lots in Melody Heights run 0.12–0.20 acres.
Which schools are near Melody Heights?
Schools near Melody Heights include Columbine Elementary, Centennial Middle School, and Boulder High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How high is Melody Heights?
Melody Heights sits at about 5,440 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Melody Park
- North Boulder Park
- Columbine Elementary
- Centennial Middle School
- Boulder High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 3 minBroadway
- 2 minIris Ave
- 19th St
Transit in Boulder: RTD Flatiron Flyer (FF1, FF2), express bus to Denver via US-36 (50-65 min) · RTD BOLT, express bus to Denver (limited stops) · RTD DASH, downtown Boulder circulator · RTD SKIP, Broadway high-frequency route · RTD HOP, Broadway-to-campus circulator · RTD JUMP, Table Mesa to Gunbarrel crosstown · Community Cycles bike share stations · Boulder B-Cycle stations throughout downtown and university area
Other Neighborhoods in Boulder
- Iris Hollow$300K–$650K (estimated)
- Rolling Hills$900K–$2M (estimated)
- Baseline Sub$500K–$900K (estimated)
- Aurora 7$650K–$1.1M (estimated)
- Hillcrest / Panorama Heights$500K–$3M+
- Spring Valley$750K–$1.8M (estimated)
- Heatherwood$650K–$1.1M (estimated)
- Mapleton Hill$1.5M–$5M+
- Newlands$1.4M–$7.5M (estimated)
- Chautauqua$1M–$4M
About This Profile
This profile of Melody Heights was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is limited because few public sources describe this neighborhood. Melody Park confirmed at 16th and Kingwood; price still a neighborhood median estimate.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.