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Welcome To Lafayette
Located near Boulder, Lafayette is a small town community with lots to offer!
editoriaLafayette is a suburb of Denver with a population of 27,952. Lafayette is in Boulder County and is one of the best places to live in Colorado. Living in Lafayette offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lafayette there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lafayette and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Lafayette are highly rated.
Location
Located in the southeastern part of Boulder County, Lafayette, CO boasts a population of about 22,000 people.
Lafayette’s closest neighbors are Erie to the NE and Louisville to the SW and has a total of 9.3 square miles.
US Hwy. 287 runs through the town, making it easily accessible to Denver and surrounding suburbs. You can also easily access Boulder via State Hwy. 7.
5 Reasons You'll LOVE it:
- Lafayette is part of the Boulder County School district and their public school system is ranked top in the state.
- Lafayette is a short commute to Boulder and easily accessible to Denver.
- It has more affordable housing options in contrast to its Boulder neighbor.
- Lafayette has a charming downtown area, with cute shops and lots of dining options!
- You are only a 25 minute drive to the mountains and hiking adventures.
Fun Facts
- Lafayette, CO was founded in 1888 by Mary E. Miller.
- Lafayette was part of the coal mining boom in the late 1800s.
- Mary Miller of Lafayette became the only woman to own a bank in the U.S. in the year of 1902.
- Lafayette is home of the Oatmeal festival!
Home Styles In Lafayette
Newer build homes in the Northern part of Lafayette.
Family friendly neighborhoods in Lafayette.
Unique bungalows near downtown Lafayette.
Places of Interest
Check out Lafayette, CO’s favorite places of interest:
Schools
Lafayette, CO is part of the Boulder County Public School district, here are some of the top schools in this town: