Walk Score
Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
47
/ 100
Golden West
Golden West
Surrounded by convenient local amenities in Boulder, CO, Golden West is a welcoming 62+ community that offers independent living. Featuring purposely built and spacious studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures residents are comfortable and safe. Residents enjoy hassle-free living with the community’s maintenance services and convenient apartment features.
Residents are encouraged to live actively and make new friends with cozy communal and recreational spaces. Pets are also allowed to accompany residents to ease their loneliness. The community’s warm and nurturing environment creates the ideal setting for residents to make the most of their independence.
By The Numbers
Community insights.
Admission CriteriaApplicants and household members must be free of evictions within the past seven years and be able to provide two years of satisfactory rental history from a third party. All applicants will be required to pass a criminal background check.
Minimum Age62
Community Kitchen
Library
Patio
Garden
Pet Friendly
Cable Tv
Computers
Wellness Center
In Unit Storage Closet
Comfortable Public Space On Each Floor
Wall-To-Wall Windows
Touring HoursMain Office Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Office Hours for Remote Services: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Housing Choice Voucher Team Walk-in Schedule: Wednesday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; Property Management Leasing Team Office
Starting Price$1146 per month
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed
Building Type: High-rise
Social and Recreational Activities
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Golden West
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1.9 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Boulder's city center to Golden West's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Description of bed or unit types offered (e.g. assisted living, memory care), as reported in state or facility disclosures.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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A named contact for the facility. Hover the name to see their role — Administrator (state administrator of record or facility-provided administrator), Nursing Director, Medical Director, or Staff. The most authoritative available is shown.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Payment methods or payer types accepted (e.g. private pay, Medicaid), as reported in state or survey data.
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| The Pearl at Boulder Creek | IL AL MC | Boulder | 135 | Yes | 79 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | Kelly Dwyer | Hsre-Dial Xi Trs, LLC | Private pay |
| Frasier Retirement Community | IL AL CCRC NH SNF | Boulder (Frasier Meadows) | 54
Facility
54
CO AVG
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#190 / 233 | Yes |
65
Facility
65
CO AVG
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#125 / 256 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Golden West | IL | Boulder (Baseline Sub) | - | Yes | 47 | Studio / 1 Bed | - | - | - | - |
| Academy Boulder Communities | IL AL MC | Boulder (Lower Chautauqua) | - | No | 73 | 2 Bed / 3 Bed | A+ | - | - | - |
| Brookdale Meridian Boulder | IL AL CCRC MC NH SNF | Boulder (Table Mesa) | - | Yes |
84
Facility
84
CO AVG
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#44 / 256 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed | - | - | - | - |
Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every CO community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Colorado
Golden West is located in Boulder, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.
Frequently Asked Questions about Golden West
What neighborhood is Golden West in?
Golden West is in the Baseline Sub neighborhood of Boulder.
Is Golden West in a walkable area?
Golden West has a walk score of 47. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Does Golden West have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Golden West on this page.
Are pets allowed at Golden West?
Yes, Golden West allows residents to bring their pets.
How much does Golden West cost per month?
Pricing at Golden West starts at $1,146 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.
Are there photos of Golden West?
Yes — there are 10 photos of Golden West in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Golden West?
Golden West is located at 1055 Adams Cir, Boulder, CO 80303.
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