Moving to Erie, Colorado: Your 2026 Relocation Guide
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Erie sits between Boulder and Denver, straddling the Boulder and Weld county line. A historic main street on Briggs Street anchors one of the fastest-growing towns on the north Front Range.
Your First 90 Days: The Erie Move Checklist
| When | Task | Where to do it |
|---|---|---|
| Before move-in | Start water and sewer with the Town of Erie | Utility Billing, 303-926-2700 |
| Before move-in | Start electric and gas | Electric is United Power or Xcel Energy; gas is Xcel or Black Hills Energy. The Town's interactive map shows which serves your address. |
| Before move-in | Set up trash and recycling | The Town doesn't run trash collection. Check with your HOA first, then choose a private hauler. |
| Within 30 days | Transfer your driver license | A Colorado state DMV office (county offices do not issue licenses) |
| Within 90 days | Title and register your vehicles | Boulder County side: Boulder County Motor Vehicle (appointments required, closed Fridays). Weld County side: Southwest Weld office, 4209 County Road 24.5. |
| Before registering | Emissions test first if your vehicle is more than 7 model years old (this county is in the program area) | An Air Care Colorado station |
| Any time | Enroll your kids in school | St. Vrain Valley Schools |
| Any time | Register to vote at your new address | GoVoteColorado.gov |
Providers can change at the edge of town or between subdivisions. We'll confirm them for any address you're considering.
Where to Live in Erie
As of October 21, 2026, most single-family homes on our site were listed between about $550,000 and $900,000.
| If you want... | Look at |
|---|---|
| An entry price | Condos in Blue Sky at Vista Ridge from the high $200,000s; new townhomes from about $400,000 |
| New construction | Westerly, Colliers Hill, Erie Town Center and Parkdale |
| An established neighborhood | Canyon Creek, Morgan Hill, Compass and Erie Village |
| Luxury | Vista Ridge, Candlelight Estates, Flatiron Meadows and Westerly, past $1.5 million |
| Walkable, older homes | The historic blocks around Old Town |
Prices change daily and are not a guarantee of value. See current listings on our Erie homes for sale page.
Schools
St. Vrain Valley Schools. New families register online any time of year, then finish enrollment with the school. Every elementary school offers free full-day kindergarten (children must turn 5 by October 1). To attend a school other than your neighborhood school, apply through open enrollment.
Schools include Erie High School, Erie Middle School and several elementary schools. Parts of Erie on the Boulder County side are in the Boulder Valley School District instead. Browse homes in the Erie High School area.
School assignments depend on the exact address. Confirm boundaries with the district before you buy.
Getting Around
- By car: I-25 (exit 232) on the east, Highways 7 and 52, E-470 and the Northwest Parkway.
- Airport: Denver International is about 35 minutes away.
- Transit: bus service is limited, so most residents drive.
Healthcare
The nearest full-service hospitals are Good Samaritan in Lafayette and the two Longmont hospitals.
What It Costs to Live Here
- Property taxes: they depend on the address, school district and any metro district. Look up the actual tax bill for every home you consider.
- Sales tax: the state rate is 2.9%, and the city, county and special districts add their own, so the total varies by address.
- Insurance and radon: hail drives Colorado home insurance costs, and nearly half of Colorado homes test above the EPA radon action level. Get quotes and test during your inspection period.
Good to know: Because Erie sits in two counties, your motor vehicle office, property tax and school district depend on which side of the line you live on.
Read the full breakdown in The True Cost of Owning a Home in Colorado.
Things to Do Once You're Here
- About 82 miles of trails and more than 1,500 acres of open space
- Erie Community Park and Coal Creek Park, with a splash pad and seasonal ice rink
- Erie Town Fair, Balloon Festival and Biscuit Days
For the honest trade-offs, read Pros and Cons of Living in Erie.
Relocating for Work?
If your employer offers REAL Assistance, you may qualify for free relocation support and member benefits. Either way, we can help you narrow neighborhoods by video call, tour homes live or by video, and connect you with local lenders and inspectors.
Get a Free Relocation Consultation Search Erie Homes Free Buyer's GuideFrequently Asked Questions About Moving to Erie
Is Erie in Boulder County or Weld County?
Both. About 58 percent of residents live on the Weld County side and 42 percent in Boulder County, which affects your vehicle office, taxes and school district.
Who provides trash service in Erie?
The Town doesn't. Check with your HOA, then choose a private hauler.
Updated October 2026. Sources: local town and city websites, county motor vehicle offices, the Colorado DMV, school districts, RTD and the U.S. Census Bureau. Market figures from MLS listings as of October 21, 2026. General information, not legal, tax or financial advice; confirm details with the agency involved.
Header photo: Erie Town Hall by Bahooka, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
