Old Town Erie

By Jessica Car · Updated April 2026

Erie's historic heart, housing spans from early-1900s miner cabins to 1970s ranchers to modern infill, often on large lots with mature oak trees. Walking distance to Briggs Street's dining scene (The Old Mine, 24 Carrot Bistro), local breweries, and shops. Coal Miners Park, The Ballpark at Erie, and the skate park are all within the neighborhood. The most architecturally diverse area in town.

Typical Lot0.15–0.50 acres
Home TypesSingle-family, Townhome
AmenitiesWalkable to restaurants, breweries, and shops on Briggs St, Historic architecture from miner cabins to modern remodels, Large lots with mature trees, Coal Miners Park and Coal Creek Park, The Ballpark at Erie, Mitchell Field and skate park
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)
Nearby Schools
  • Erie Elementary
  • Erie Middle School
  • Erie High School
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Price Range
$450K$1M
$350K–$700K
More accessible end of Erie
Era Built
1900–2026
19002026
Historic / Mid-Century / Late 20th Century / Early 21st Century / New Build

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