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August 2022: Denver Real Estate Market Update

August 2022 Denver Market Update

As anticipated, given the increase in mortgage rates and recent economic news, July saw a bump up in active inventory, a drop in pending listings and an increase in days on market. Prices decreased when viewed month-over-month but were still high when viewed historically, with the median sales price at $650,000 for July.

These data points indicate that now might be a good time for buyers to make a move if they have been holding out. While July does tend to slow down in real estate, anecdotally, we hear that another contributor to slowing demand was an uptick in vacations this July versus last year at this time.

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Continued good news for patient…

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July 2022: Denver Real Estate Market Update

July 2022 Denver Market Update

June data indicated that the Greater Metro Denver market is returning to more "normal" levels across inventory, percent closed to list price, and days on market. Pricing was still very high when viewed historically with the median sales price at $666,963 for June - while this is only a 0.1% increase when compared to last month it is an 11.2% increase when viewed YoY.

Active listings came onto the market, indicating that sellers still seek to profit from the recent buying frenzy. But, demand is down when compared to May 2022, and days on market continued to increase.

Supply - Active Listings

Continued good news for buyers is that active listings increased 44.2% when compared to…

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April 2022: Denver Real Estate Market Update

April 2022 Denver Market Update: 

HOME VALUES ARE AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH!

March continued the trend of very high demand, an overall shortage of inventory, and skyrocketing home prices. The Spring market is starting with a big bump in new listings - March saw an increase of 42.4% as compared to last month - but they are moving very quickly with just 11 days on market, on average.

Buyers are facing high prices - the average price for a single-family home in March was $793,445 (an increase of 8% over last month) and the percent closed price to list price jumped to an astounding 106.5% from 104.8% from February.  In March, 21% of closings were cash buyers.

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Active listings saw an increase of 31.6% over February - a…

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Things to Do in and Around Denver this Spring

It's time to put away the puffy jackets and pull out the flip flops (or more likely Birkenstocks). It's Springtime in Colorado! We've got festivals, theater, concerts, and more! The masks have been ripped off and it's time to go enjoy each other's company once again.

What are we going to be up to this Spring? Likely taking in a few of these fun activities.

April 8th - Opening Day! A yearly reminder that Spring is here. Come on down to Coor's Field and watch the Rockies take on the Los Angeles Dodgers for the first game of the season. Get Tickets Here

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April 14 - Nov 24th - The Art of Banksy - After 5 years of vacancy, The Denver Sports Castle is getting a new tenant this month.  Arguably, the most intriguing and…

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March 2022: Denver Real Estate Market Update

If you need help navigating this market, call us at (303) 532-4742. Buyer fatigue is real at the moment, with lots of buyers giving up on their search. Sellers are getting bad advice, listing with no plan or execution. When you work with us, you are working with the very best Denver real estate agents. Don't leave such a huge financial decision to chance.

March 2022 Denver Market Update: 

Home Values at an ALL-TIME HIGH!

The February market continued to be jaw-dropping with record-high prices and ongoing low inventory. The average price for single-family homes was up 18% year-over-year to $738,961. Additionally, the median price for single-family increased to $634,747 - up 21% YoY.

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Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers

Contemplating dipping your toe in the market? Tired of paying rent? Wondering how to get started? You can watch hours of HGTV, talk to friends & family, read blog articles, consult social media, etc.  With so much information to sift through, it can be tough to distinguish fiction from fact. That’s why we’re revealing the truth behind some of the most common home buyer myths and misconceptions.

Buying a home is a big decision, but it doesn’t have to be a scary one. If you arm yourself with knowledge and a qualified team of support professionals, you’ll be well equipped to make the right choices for your family and financial future.

DON’T FALL FOR THESE COMMON HOME BUYER MYTHS

Myth #1: You need a 20% down payment.

Plenty of buyers are…

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The River Mile in Denver, Development Update

The River Mile

The next great place in the evolution of Denver. Located along a mile of the South Platte River, it’s envisioned as a sustainable, walkable downtown neighborhood. It will feature state-of-the-art residences for everyone – with public parks and promenades, a new elementary school, and a variety of shopping, dining, entertainment, and cultural destinations essential for family life in the city. Build-to-suit workspaces will range from business incubators to regional corporate headquarters. And public transit will be facilitated by two light rail stations. This is truly a one-of-a-kind project – the largest in downtown Denver – spanning 62 acres and expected to take up to 25 years to complete. Restoration of the river is now underway.…

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10 Unique Ski Experiences in Colorado

When you think of skiing in Colorado, you think of Vail, Breckenridge, Aspen, and all of the other big-name resorts owned by major corporations. These are amazing mountains, don't get me wrong, but if you don't want to be elbow to elbow with your fellow skiers, there are some out-of-the-way / off-the-beaten-path options to optimize your experience. In many cases, you may have the mountain to yourself! So ditch the crowds and the terrors of I-70 and check out these unique Colorado ski experiences instead.

1. TAKE THE CHICAGO RIDGE SNOWCAT at ski cooper

Ski Cooper is known as a family-friendly resort, with low prices and mostly mild terrain at a resort small enough to turn the kids loose without them getting lost. Chicago Ridge is a whole…

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Top 22 Things to do in Colorado in 2022

Are you looking to try something new in Colorado in 2022? We've created a bucket list, if you will, of some commonly know things that every Colorado resident should see, as well as some "hidden" or off-the-beaten-path gems that may take you to something you didn't realize even existed. So, if you are looking for some unique things to do in Colorado this year, check out our top 22 things to do in colorado in 2022. 

And if you are looking for a checklist to keep track as you check items off the Colorado to-do list, you can download it here. 

1.  Take the Ski Train to Winter Park - Even if you don't ski, the Winter Park Express is one of the most unique experiences in Colorado. Sip your morning coffee as you pass through beautiful mountain terrain.…

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January 2022: Denver Real Estate Market Update

If you need help navigating this market, call us at (303) 532-4742. Buyer fatigue is real at the moment, with lots of buyers giving up on their search. Sellers are getting bad advice, listing with no plan or execution. When you work with us, you are working with the very best Denver real estate agents. Don't leave such a huge financial decision to chance.

January 2022 Denver Market Update: 

2021 proved that nothing is predictable in the Greater Metro Denver real estate market. The red hot market broke records and defied prior trends. Case in point: the average price for a single-family home was up 17% YoY in December to $702,373. 2021 also saw a record low level of inventory and a sky-high percent of closed price to list price.

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