There’s been no shortage of conversation about office vacancy in Boulder lately. While the numbers may sound discouraging at first, they tell a very different story depending on which side of the lease you’re on. For businesses looking for office space, the current market may actually offer one of the better opportunities we’ve seen in […]

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Long-held property at 13th Street and College Avenue acquired by Colorado-based High Wave Holdings BOULDER, Colo. – August 6, 2026 – The Colorado Group, Inc. has completed the sale of a prominent commercial property at 13th Street and College Avenue in Boulder’s University Hill district. The transaction closed August 4, 2026, transferring ownership from University […]

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Boulder has always had a strong creative streak, but in January 2027, that energy is about to get a major international spotlight. The Sundance Film Festival will officially make Boulder, Colorado, its new home, with the first Boulder edition taking place January 21–31, 2027. For 11 days, filmmakers, actors, industry professionals, media, and movie lovers from around […]

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A Market Defined by Selective Demand Boulder County’s commercial real estate market in Q2 2026 continues to reflect a period of adjustment, resilience, and selective opportunity. While office remains challenged by elevated vacancy, shifting workplace needs, and cautious tenant decision-making, retail has remained comparatively stable, supported by strong local demand and limited available space in […]

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If you’ve lived in Boulder County for more than five minutes, you know we do summer a little differently here. Between the mountain views, bike traffic that somehow rivals car traffic, and enough sunscreen to stock a small pharmacy, Independence Day weekend is kind of our thing. Whether you’re planning to spend the weekend paddleboarding, […]

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Mid-Year 2026 Jason Kruse – Managing Broker at The Colorado Group, Inc. Market Overview The industrial market across the Northwest Corridor is best described as a tale of two markets. Demand from the outdoor recreation, aerospace, robotics and defense industries continues to drive a meaningful share of larger transactions, and the majority of that activity […]

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Stabilizing, but Still UnevenAs of Q1 2026, Boulder County’s commercial real estate market remainsmixed, with early signs of stabilization alongside ongoing divergence acrossasset classes. Office continues to face elevated vacancy, keeping tenantsin a position of leverage and driving deal activity through concessions andflexible lease terms rather than rent growth. Retail remains comparativelyresilient—especially in Downtown Boulder—supported […]

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by Layne McBride, Senior Commercial Broker with The Colorado Group, Inc. If you spend any time talking with commercial real estate brokers, developers, or city planners in Boulder, you’ll hear a very consistent message: the next decade is going to reshape the city. Despite a relatively “down” market for Boulder’s standards over the past few […]

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What Restaurants Are Missing in Boulder? A Local’s Food Wish ListLiving in Boulder means you’re pretty spoiled when it comes to food. For a relatively small city, the restaurant scene is impressive. You can have an incredible meal at places like Frasca Food and Wine, grab a slice at Cosmo’s Pizza after a night out, […]

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