By Liliana Gala, Loveland Real Estate Expert with Coldwell Banker Realty

Quick Facts: Lower Buckhorn Glade

• Location: Northwest Loveland, Colorado, near the intersection of W. 29th Street and N. Taft Avenue, northwest of Carter Lake
• Population: Approximately 1,349 residents in the broader Glade & Buckhorn area (U.S. Census data)
• Home sizes: Typically 2,463–3,660 square feet
• Income profile: Upper-middle income relative to the Loveland average
• Character: Rural-residential, low-density, foothills-adjacent
• Nearby recreation: Carter Lake, Horsetooth Reservoir, Devil’s Backbone Open Space, Bobcat Ridge Natural Area, Mariana Butte Golf Course

Where Is Lower Buckhorn Glade?

Lower Buckhorn Glade sits in the West Loveland foothills, part of the broader Glade & Buckhorn area northwest of Carter Lake. It’s one of several rural-residential pockets — alongside Buckhorn Creek and Buckhorn Village — that make up Loveland’s west-side acreage market. Homebuyers researching this pocket of Larimer County are usually comparing it against other West Loveland neighborhoods on lot size, privacy, and proximity to open space rather than to subdivisions inside city limits.

As a Loveland real estate expert who farms this specific territory, I track inventory, water rights, and zoning questions here on an ongoing basis — details that don’t always show up in a general MLS search.

What Kind of Homes Are in Lower Buckhorn Glade?

Homes in this pocket of Buckhorn Glade run larger than the Loveland city average, typically 2,463 to 3,660 square feet, on lots sized for privacy rather than density. Because this is unincorporated Larimer County land, buyers should expect:

• Well and septic systems on most properties, rather than city water/sewer
• Rural zoning with acreage or agricultural-adjacent parcels in some sections
• Longer average ownership tenure than in-town subdivisions, which keeps inventory tighter

These factors change the due-diligence checklist compared to a standard in-town purchase — well production reports, septic inspections, and access easements all matter more here than they would in a platted city subdivision.

Lifestyle and Recreation

Lower Buckhorn Glade’s biggest draw is proximity to Loveland’s western open space corridor. Residents are minutes from:

• Carter Lake — boating, fishing, and reservoir recreation
• Devil’s Backbone Open Space and Bobcat Ridge Natural Area — hiking and mountain biking trails
• Horsetooth Reservoir — a short drive north toward Fort Collins
• Mariana Butte Golf Course — public 18-hole course along the Big Thompson River

For buyers relocating from more urban markets, this combination of acreage-style living with quick access to trailheads is a primary reason clients cite for moving to Northern Colorado.

Who Tends to Buy in Lower Buckhorn Glade?

Based on the households I’ve worked with in this territory, the typical buyer profile is:

• Move-up buyers trading a smaller in-town lot for acreage or more separation from neighbors
• Remote workers relocating to Northern Colorado from Front Range cities or out of state
• Buyers prioritizing outdoor access — hiking, mountain biking, boating — over walkability to downtown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lower Buckhorn Glade part of the City of Loveland? Lower Buckhorn Glade is in unincorporated Larimer County, adjacent to Loveland city limits. Services such as water, septic, and some road maintenance are typically handled at the county or private-well level rather than by the city.

Do homes in Lower Buckhorn Glade have city water? Most properties in this area rely on private wells and septic systems rather than municipal water and sewer, which is standard for rural-residential parcels west of Loveland.

What’s the commute like from Lower Buckhorn Glade to Fort Collins or Loveland? The neighborhood sits within a roughly 15–20 minute drive of both downtown Loveland and south Fort Collins via Taft Avenue or Highway 287, depending on the specific parcel location.

Is this a good area for buyers moving to Northern Colorado from out of state? Lower Buckhorn Glade is a strong fit for out-of-state buyers seeking acreage, privacy, and mountain access without leaving the Loveland/Fort Collins job and amenity corridor. Well/septic due diligence and HOA-free ownership (in most sections) are the two biggest adjustments for buyers coming from municipal-utility markets.

Considering a move to Lower Buckhorn Glade or another West Loveland neighborhood? I’m Liliana Gala, a Loveland real estate expert with Coldwell Banker Realty in Johnstown, CO, and I actively farm this territory — meaning I track new listings, well/septic history, and comparable sales here in real time. If you’re curious to learn more, reach out directly to start a conversation at 970-795-8579 or Liliana.Gala@cbrealty.com.