Original Town Superior
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Superior's historic core, originally a coal mining town founded in 1896, with homes dating from the 1930s through 1960s on generous lots. Several properties were lost to the Marshall Fire and have been rebuilt as modern custom homes at $350–$600/sqft construction costs. The mix of original cottages, mid-century ranches, and contemporary rebuilds creates a character unlike any other part of Superior.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Superior Marketplace (King Soopers, Target, Kohl's, restaurants)
- Downtown Superior (156-acre mixed-use master plan, retail, dining, offices)
- Rock Creek community pools (2) and 27 miles of trails
- Coal Creek Trail (14-mile regional trail to Erie via Louisville and Lafayette)
- Coalton Trailhead (hiking and biking, recently renovated)
- Boulder County Open Space (thousands of acres adjacent)
- Standley Lake Regional Park (3 miles, boating, fishing, paddleboarding)
- Coal Creek Golf Course (2.5 miles)
- Superior Elementary (National Blue Ribbon School 2022)
- Eldorado PK-8 (BVSD)
- Founders Park (Downtown Superior)
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Where it sits
Inside Superior. Approximate area.
Quick answersQuestions about Original Town Superior
Where is Original Town Superior?
Original Town Superior is in Superior, close to the Superior center. The map on this page shows its approximate location.
When was Original Town Superior built?
Homes in Original Town Superior were built between 1930 and 2026 (historic / mid-century / late 20th century / early 21st century / new build).
What amenities does Original Town Superior have?
Original Town Superior amenities include walkable to Downtown Superior shops and restaurants, historic mining-town character, larger lots than Rock Creek subdivisions, and mix of original cottages and new custom builds.
How big are the lots in Original Town Superior?
Typical lots in Original Town Superior run 0.15–0.50 acres.
Which schools are near Original Town Superior?
Schools near Original Town Superior include Superior Elementary and Eldorado PK-8. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
How high is Original Town Superior?
Original Town Superior sits at about 5,490 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Downtown Superior parks
- Coal Creek Trail
- Superior Elementary
- Eldorado PK-8
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 2 minMcCaslin Blvd
- 5 minUS-36
- Coal Creek Dr
Transit in Superior: RTD Flatiron Flyer bus rapid transit on US-36 (FF1, FF2, Boulder to Denver) · US-36 / Broomfield park-and-ride (3 miles) · RTD local bus routes along McCaslin Blvd corridor
Other Neighborhoods in Superior
- Heights at Downtown Superior$685K–$760K
- Edge at Downtown Superior$940K–$1.1M
- Remington at Downtown Superior$685K–$900K (estimated)
- Thrive at Downtown Superior$475K–$650K (estimated)
- Lanterns at Rock Creek$615K–$965K
- Montmere at Autrey Shores$800K–$1.6M
- The Ridge at Superior$400K–$550K (estimated)
- Rock Creek$500K–$1M+ (estimated)
- Rock Creek Ranch$600K–$1M (estimated)
- The Summit at Rock Creek$500K–$600K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Original Town Superior 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. Mix of 1930s–1960s originals and post-Marshall Fire custom rebuilds; wide price variance.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.