Mead, Colorado

Overview:

Mead is a small town northeast of Longmont in southwestern Weld County. Mead was the original site of Highlandlake community, one of the first farm irrigation systems in the country. Highlandlake still exists today approximately 1.5 miles west of Mead. Mead was incorporated in 1908 with a history tied to both farming and the railroad.

Attractions:

Mead is a quaint town that fosters community spirit and historical preservation. Events such as Community Day, a Fishing Derby and the Boil ‘n Boogie crawfish boil, offer food and entertainment for the whole family. An interesting trivia tidbit about Mead: Scenes from Die Hard 2 starring Bruce Willis were filmed in the area.

Real Estate:

Residential real estate in Mead covers a wide spectrum, from new construction to older homes in all shapes and sizes. Condominiums and townhomes can also be found in Mead. As a small town, commercial real estate is somewhat limited, but includes locally-owned retail shops, restaurants and services. Office space, light industrial and entities related to agriculture also dot the Mead landscape.