223 Cardinal Way, Longmont, CO, 80501
About This Home
Charming "Wee Cottage" in southwest Longmont's desirable Blue Vista neighborhood. Don't let the cozy footprint fool you - this efficient floor plan delivers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a livability that punches well above its size. The screened-in porch is the showstopper: perfect for morning coffee, summer evenings, and Colorado outdoor living without the mosquitos. Walk to the Longmont Recreation Center and Longmont Museum, enjoy nearby open space and neighborhood trails, and reach Main Street (Hwy 287), shopping, dining, and the Boulder commute in minutes. Right-sized, character-rich, and ready for its next chapter. This property is part of Thistle Communities Affordable Housing Program. All potential buyers must first be income and asset qualified through Thistle Community Housing. Deadline for receipt of applications is May 26th close of business. See Broker Remarks for details.
Getting Around
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2010
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Range,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Microwave,Disposal
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,050
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,050
- Total interior livable area: 1,050 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8 x 7
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Property
Details
- Parcel number: R0600029
- Zoning: XLG
- Special condition: Private Owner,Permanent Affordable Housing
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Enclosed
Lot
- Lot size: 2,412 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Hail
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Strong Wind
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Colorado Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,205 | $14,460 |
| Home Insurance * | $112 | $1,344 |
| Property Taxes | $103 | $1,236 |
| Electricity | $186 | $2,232 |
| Total | $1,606 | $19,272 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Colorado FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Listed for sale | $238,323 |
| 2010-05-17 | Sold | $170,090 |
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