Why Lafayette, Colorado Is One of Boulder County’s Best-Kept Secrets

Looking for a peaceful lifestyle that doesn’t sacrifice convenience? Lafayette, Colorado, may just be the perfect fit. With scenic landscapes, a close-knit community, and quick access to major cities like Boulder and Denver, Lafayette blends rural tranquility with urban accessibility.

A Cozy, Connected Community

With a population of around 30,000, Lafayette offers a welcoming small-town atmosphere where neighbors become friends. Located just east of Boulder, it offers easy access to both Denver (30 minutes) and Boulder (20 minutes), making it ideal for commuters and remote professionals alike.

Nature, Trails, and Outdoor Fun

Nature lovers will appreciate Waneka Lake and the area’s expansive biking and hiking trails. Indian Peaks Golf Course adds another layer of outdoor recreation, offering breathtaking views and a championship-level course.

A Downtown That Delivers

Old Town Lafayette is filled with charm—think locally-owned coffee shops, breweries like The Post, and top-rated restaurants. Annual events such as the Peach Festival, art nights, and farmers markets give the city a vibrant, year-round cultural pulse.

Affordable Real Estate Options

Whether you’re in the market for a historic bungalow or a modern townhome, Lafayette offers one of Boulder County’s more affordable real estate markets. Homes start in the mid-$500,000s and can exceed $2–3 million for premium properties.

Ideal for Families and Remote Workers

The Boulder Valley School District provides high-quality education with a focus on academic and personal development. Lafayette is also pet-friendly and tech-ready, with fast internet options that support home-based businesses and remote work lifestyles.

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Kim Byrne

Broker Associate

For two decades, Kim worked in advertising sales for The New York Times, Forbes, The Star Ledger and others before moving to Colorado to be closer to her family. In a highly competitive market, Kim is a buy-side specialist skilled in locating and closing on homes for her clients.

Kevin Byrne

Team Leader/Broker Associate

Founded in 1992, the award-winning Byrne Group has provided superior service to their real estate clients in the Boulder/Denver market. Led by Kevin Byrne, the team has sold over $450 million dollars in sales volume and helped over 1400 Buyers and Sellers get moved to their new lives and homes. His team has consistently ranked as one of the top teams in Colorado. Kevin and his team hustle for their clients, demonstrating their commitment to going the extra mile. Over their three decades in business, The Byrne Group consistently closes over 40 transactions per year, compared to the average 4 from local agents. The Byrne Group’s proven process results in faster sales with higher sales prices – which means less time on the market and more money at closing.

Skip Ledwith

Broker Associate

Skip has 18 years of Real Estate experience and has worked with The Byrne Group for that the entire time. Skip is a graduate of The Leeds School of Business at CU Boulder. He has received personal real estate coaching from the famed Mike Ferry Organization and Ninja Selling Company. He has worked with multimillion-dollar equestrian facility owners, investors, sellers and buyers of residential property, and first time buyers. His work has taken him from Ft. Collins to Conifer and all along the front range, however, most of his work is in the Boulder and Denver counties.
Skip lives in Lyons and is passionate about Colorado’s mountain lifestyle where you might find him skiing, mountain biking, rafting, and even sailing!