Compass
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
A 487-home CalAtlantic community at County Line Road and Arapahoe Road on Erie's Boulder County side, one of only a handful of Erie neighborhoods in the Boulder Valley School District. Homes range from 1,466 to 4,601 square feet with up to 6 bedrooms. A biking trail runs right past the community, and Erie is building a new town park on site.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Erie Community Center (63,000 sq ft, pools, lazy river, climbing wall, fitness, courts)
- Erie Community Library
- Colorado National Golf Club (NCAA-championship course)
- Coal Creek Trail (multi-use paved trail connecting neighborhoods)
- Thomas Reservoir (walking trails, open space)
- Old Town Erie (restaurants, breweries, shops on Briggs Street)
- Erie Town Center (emerging mixed-use retail/office district)
- Erie Community Park and sports fields
- Coal Creek Park and Coal Miners Park
- Dougherty Museum (local history)
- Erie Airpark (general aviation)
- St. Vrain Valley RE-1J School District (Weld County side)
- Boulder Valley RE-2 School District (Boulder County side)
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Where it sits
Inside Erie. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Compass
Where is Compass?
Compass is in Erie, about 2.3 miles south of the Erie center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Compass built?
Homes in Compass were built between 2016 and 2022 (new build). Builders on record include CalAtlantic Homes.
Is there an HOA in Compass, and what does it cost?
Compass has a homeowners association. Dues run about $60–$90/mo (estimated); confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Compass have?
Compass amenities include community greenspaces, biking trail adjacent to community, new Erie town park being built, and proximity to shopping and dining on County Line Rd.
How big are the lots in Compass?
Typical lots in Compass run 0.10–0.20 acres.
Which schools are near Compass?
Schools near Compass include Meadowlark School (PreK-8, BVSD) and Centaurus High School (BVSD). Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How high is Compass?
Compass sits at about 5,110 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Compass Park
- Thomas Reservoir
- Meadowlark School (PreK-8, BVSD)
- Centaurus High School (BVSD)
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 1 minCounty Line Rd
- 2 minArapahoe Rd
- 10 minI-25
Transit in Erie: RTD regional bus service (limited, Erie is car-dependent) · Via Mobility Services (on-demand transit for Erie) · Park-and-ride access at I-25 and Hwy 7
Other Neighborhoods in Erie
- Kenosha Farm$500K–$800K (estimated)
- Meadow Sweet Farm$550K–$750K (estimated)
- Vista Pointe$475K–$660K
- Cottonwood Vista$540K–$700K
- Sunwest$500K–$750K (estimated)
- Grandview$375K–$550K (estimated)
- Erie Village$525K–$775K (estimated)
- Northridge$475K–$650K (estimated)
- Country Meadows$420K–$550K (estimated)
- Baxter Farm$1.2M–$1.7M
About This Profile
This profile of Compass was researched in April 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range comes from listed and recently sold homes in the neighborhood. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.