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We're going to be talking about the Whittier Neighborhood today. So Terri, can you tell
me what part of Boulder the Whittier Neighborhood is located in?
Yes, Whittier is one of the most established neighborhoods in Boulder. Basically it is
located downtown. When you look at central Boulder, Whittier is going to be the east
side of central Boulder.
Ok, so how close does that make it to something like Pearl Street Mall or some of the other
shopping and dining in Boulder?
The Pearl Street Mall, the four block pedestrian mall, is in Whittier. So, you're right downtown.
You're close to the Pearl Street Mall plus what's called Pearl Street East Side. So,
that's everything east of the Pearl Street Mall which actually has changed a lot in the
last few years. We have a lot of new restaurants, businesses, boutiques, it's really an up and
coming area in Boulder.
Well it sounds like a really awesome location to live in. So what is an average price range
that somebody would expect to live in that neighborhood?
In Whittier you're looking to spend around $850,000 but that's what's so great about
Whittier! That's an affordable price in Boulder to be living downtown.
Ok, what schools serve that neighborhood?
The schools are Whittier International Elementary, Casey Middle School, and Boulder High School.
Whittier is a very unique school in my opinion, it has some interesting facts. First of all
the school was built in 1882, so it's a historic landmark. Plus it's the oldest continuously
running school in Colorado! So, not just Boulder, but Colorado! It's an international school
so there's students from 29 different countries speaking 19 different languages. So if you're
looking for a school with international focus, it's definitely a good one to check out.
It definitely sounds unique and like a great school. I guess people who are interested
in schools may also be interested in what kind of parks and outdoor recreation are in
the area. Could you tell us about that?
There's a lot of outdoor recreations. Canyon park is probably the biggest park in Whittier.
It's located on Canyon between 20th and 21st. The city has actually upgraded that park quite
a bit in the last couple of years. They've added a playground, so you're going to see
a lot of families hanging out there. There's also the farmers market, which is huge in
Boulder. That starts in April and goes through November. It's open every Saturday and is
open on Wednesday evenings. You'll also find outdoor cinemas and outdoor concerts, so there's
a lot of outdoor activities to do.
Cool! So it sounds like there's not only a lot of things to do but there's the historical
school and I've heard through some rumors that there's also some historical sites in
the neighborhood, can you tell us about some of those?
Historical sites?
Or points of interest?
(laughter)
I'm confused! (laughter)
Are we talking about things that's great for families to do? Or something quirky in Boulder?
Either!
(laughter)
Well if I think of something quirky in Boulder, I think of the 70's sitcom Mork and Mindy!
That was actually filmed in Boulder! And the house that was filmed is in Whittier on Pine
Street.
Awesome! That is really cool! That's quite the draw for some people. What are some other
things in the area to do for fun?
You know, there's a lot for families to do together. In the spring and summer, you're
going to see a lot of festivals going on. There's also a lot of things for kids to do.
There's little rocks and sculptures that the kids climb on. There's an area where there's
water shooting out of the ground that they run through. Tivo has a train that I think
is for 10 year olds and below, that takes the children up and down Pearl Street Mall.
There's stores like Color Me Mine that lets the kids pick pottery and paint them and take
them home. There's outdoor entertainers, there's just lots of activities going on. Obviously
there's going to be more in the spring and summer just because of the warm weather, but
there's stuff going on in the fall and winter. Just earlier this month there was the Lights
of Christmas Parade. So there's always something going on downtown.
Well, that sounds like a really great place to live with lots of good activities. So how
would somebody interested in that neighborhood contact you?
They should call my mobile, which is 720-323-8460. I'd be happy to help them out!
Ok thanks Terri!