Blue Heron Estates

By Jessica Car · Updated April 2026

One of Boulder County's only true gated communities, custom-built homes of 4,600 to 5,600+ square feet on quarter-to-half-acre lots surrounding a four-acre central park. HOA covers pool, tennis courts, clubhouse, snow removal, and trash. Median resale consistently above $1.3 million.

Typical Lot	0.20–0.50 acres
Est. HOA	$200–$300/mo (estimated)
Home Types	Single-family, Custom, Luxury
Amenities	Gated community entrance, Four-acre central park, Community pool and spa, Tennis courts, Clubhouse, Open space borders

Community Anchors

Waneka Lake Park (1.3-mile trail, fishing, paddling, playground)
Indian Peaks Golf Course (18-hole public, Hale Irwin design)
Coal Creek Trail (multi-use path connecting Lafayette to Louisville and Superior)
Great Bark Dog Park
Lafayette Public Library
Old Town Lafayette (restaurants, breweries, farmers market)
Great Divide Brewing Company
Bob L. Burger Recreation Center (pool, gym, fitness)
Lafayette Marketplace and King Soopers shopping
30+ city parks and 25+ miles of trails

Nearby Schools