Denver Real Estate ~ Highlands Ranch Real Estate ~ Douglas, Arapahoe, Denver, Jefferson Counties

Highlands Ranch Home For Sale - Westridge Pointe

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:17:37 -0500

Top of the line home!

2657 Cove Creek Ct., Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 View Map

This is the home you’ll be proud to call your own! What a gem. Situated at the end of a private cul de sac, this home sits on a large treed lot, professionally landscaped adding to a secluded feeling. Everything has been maintained and upgraded top notch by the original owners. Many of the major components have been upgraded or replaced! Unique landscaping and outdoor lighting add to the appeal of this beautiful home. Spend time outdoors on the large custom deck which covers the lower patio with its own outdoor lighting. Inside, enjoy the extensive wood floors, vaulted ceilings and a spacious, easy to live in floorplan. This is the largest floorplan in the neighborhood. The chef will enjoy the open kitchen with plenty of cabinetry and center island. Relax in the large family room with gas fireplace. This home has a main floor study with built in bookcases which can be used as a 5th bedroom. Upstairs you’ll find 3 large bedrooms which share a full bath and a master suite, complete with 2 walk in closets and a private 5 piece bath. The full garden level basement can be finished off to your taste, adding an additional 1039 square feet.

Details

Asking Price:

$315,000

MLS:

794257

Sq. Feet:

2093

Bedrooms:

Bathrooms:

2.5

# of Floors:

HOA/Maintenance Fees:

Garage Size:

2 car

Subdivision:

Westridge Pointe

Year Built:

1999

Property Amenities

Community Amenities

Contact Info

Steve Scheer
Broker Consultant

Cell 720-849-6101
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Steve Scheer, Denver Realty Partners
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Steve Scheer is a REALTOR® in the Denver area - serving Denver Colorado and the south suburbs including Denver, Highlands Ranch, Greenwood Village, Cherry Hills Village, Littleton, Lone Tree, Centennial, Parker, Englewood, Aurora, Castle Pines North, Castle Pines Village, Castle Rock. Steve is a Denver native and has been licensed in CO since 1994.

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Highlands Ranch Real Estate For Sale - 9411 Painted Canyon Circle - NOW SOLD!

Sat, 02 May 2009 22:39:15 -0500

Fantastic home!

9411 S. Painted Canyon Circle, Highlands Ranch, CO 80129 View Map

Look no further, you found your new home! Welcome to this beautiful Eclipse model in desirable Westridge Pointe. New paint and gorgeous landscaping makes this home stand out. Inside, a warm foyer with extensive wood floors and stunning staircase welcome you. Relax or entertain in the large family room with vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace and a wall of windows looking out to the private yard and patio. The chef will enjoy the spacious kitchen with maple cabinetry, huge pantry and custom upgrades. Upstairs, a large master suite has its own private luxury bath and is situated away from the additional bedrooms and bath for extra privacy. Enjoy outdoors in the private back yard with custom patio and beautiful landscape. Super clean and well maintained, this home is sure to please and you’ll be proud to call it home. Walk to nearby parks, school and recreation center and just minutes from shopping and entertainment. Take a very short ride to the commuter train or highway access to the mountains or downtown Denver, this home is in a perfect location.

Details

Asking Price:

$329,900

MLS:

766795

Sq. Feet:

2411

Bedrooms:

Bathrooms:

2.5

# of Floors:

HOA/Maintenance Fees:

Garage Size:

2 car

Subdivision:

Westridge Pointe

Year Built:

1999

Property Amenities

Community Amenities

Contact Info

Steve Scheer
RE/MAX Masters, Inc.

Main 303-771-9400
Cell 720-849-6101
Dir 303-930-5216
Email | Website

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Happy New Year Denver!

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:50:51 -0600

Happy New Year Denver!

There is still something about New year's Eve that I have thought ever since I was young, the flipping of the calendar page so to speak is actually quite eventful to me. The start of something new & fresh has always been a bit inspirational to me. Corny? Maybe. But true. Wrapping up one year and putting it in perspective, evaluating goals in life met, and others to still strive for - I like it. And I am not talking about your usual "resolutions" - its a bit more than that - most people don't meet their resolutions. These are goals and reviewing of them. Real written down goals with a plan of action. So, it should come as no surprise that I do enjoy the whole New Years Eve celebration since I have new goals each year. Now personally, I am not talking a big rockin' party kind of person - last year I spent New Year's Eve with my family enjoying a wonderful Beef Wellington dinner at a condo in Frisco, CO and then we skied at Copper Mountain New Year's Day. This year I will ring in 2009 with good friends at their home nearby. So although I do it a bit more quietly than some, I am still very much a New Year's Eve kind of guy.

So if you have just moved to Denver, are new in town and still looking for some ideas - here is a few for you to celebrate the new fresh year.

If you are headed downtown, there will be a chance to see fireworks in Denver at both 9:00 pm tonight and midnight of course as well. The earlier show is perfect for those with little ones that still want to catch the excitement but can't stay out as late. Anywhere on the 16th Street Mall will offer you prime fireworks viewing.

There are also many Denver area restaurants with reservations still available that have fabulous set menus for New Years and of course many places throughout the town with bands and other special events as well. There are also great concerts around town tonight as well, such as the annual Big Head Todd and the Monsters New Year's Eve concert and Widespread Panic as well. Good tickets for both may be hard to come by at this point. The Westword also has an extensive list of planned celebrations, check their for organized hotel celebrations, clubs and restaurants. You can also still get a cab voucher for tonight from many Denver restaurants - so if you are going to be our partying, this is a great way to get home, as well as Denver Light Rail. To see a list of participating restaurants, click here. There are also many Denver area hotels offering fabulous deals that still have availability tonight - so staying downtown is still a great option as well.

Many of the big holiday lights attractions are open tonight as well - some with special events. At the Denver Zoo, the Zoo Lights becomes Zoo Year's Eve from 5:00pm to 9pm with a special midnight countdown for the kids at 9:00 pm. Out in the south suburbs, the Chatfield Trail of Lights will be lit and cheery tonight as well at C470 and Wadsworth. Their hours tonight are 5 - 8:30. Both of these great attractions will remain open until January 4th.

Another great option would be at the newly opened Denver South Comedy Works at The Village Shops at Landmark. Comedian Chris Bliss will be entertaining with 3 shows this afternoon and tonight, and the 5pm show is marked as all ages. This paired with a celebration dinner at one of the numerous Landmark restaurants would be a great time!

If skiing is more your style, its not too late to pack it up and head to the hills today. Many resorts and condos still have great availability at reasonable rates for tonight. And skiing on New Years Day is a Denver local secret (shhhh….!) Resorts are often less crowded as those that were out all night celebrating skip New Years skiing. As I mentioned above, we were in Frisco last year and skiing at Copper Mountain on New Years Day was fantastic!

Whatever you do, have fun, be safe & happy New Year! See ya in 2009!

Steve Scheer, RE/MAX Masters, Inc.
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Yes, I Am Still Here

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 09:00:24 -0600

So, its been a little while since I have posted here on my Denver real estate blog. Truth be told, its just been busy.

Yes, the Denver housing market is slow - due to everything occurring around us and add to it the time of year. But I have been working with several buyers, all from out of state, and I have also been busy working on other areas of my business. I actual have several posts that I have written, but all in draft form and need some polishing, facts, etc.

I spent the day this week with a couple that will be relocating to Denver in 2009 from the east coast. A funny thing happened that has happened before. It brought me back to the realization of why I started posting here in the first place. It helps my future clients meet & know me & the community that they are about to buy a home in. Or perhaps they need to sell, and they need to find out more about who they are trusting their most likely largest investment with - especially now.

This couple I spent the day with knew me. They trusted me and they had a sense of who I am and how I do business. They recognized some of the places I took them by from the photos I have posted both here and on Flickr. They were already familiar with many areas in the south Denver suburbs and had a good feel for what they wanted and where they wanted to be. As I pointed out various landmarks, they were familiar with them from my blog posts. All in all, their vocalizing their appreciation of my blog could not have come at a better time.

So, look forward to more posts on Denver, the Denver suburbs and real estate in general, more often.

-Steve

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Denver Living - Perfect Fall Day

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 08:18:16 -0600

I originally posted this 2 weeks ago on my other Denver real estate blog, but since this weekend was again picture perfect and involved shorts, snow peaked mountains in the distance, near 80 degree temps, beautiful fall colors and soccer, I thought I would share here as well. - Steve

Just a quick picture to show you what it may look like in the fall if you were moving to Highlands Ranch.

I spent some time on Saturday taking a break from working with some Denver home buyers to watch my daughter's soccer game. This picture was taken in the "Eastridge" area of Highlands Ranch in Heritage Park, just south of the Highlands Ranch Post office.

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Colorado Voter Deadline is Monday October 6th

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:32:13 -0500

The deadline to vote this November is this Monday, October 6th. If you are planning on registering by mail, your registration must be postmarked by 5:00 pm on 10/6/08. Perhaps you have recently relocated to Denver and this has been on your list to do - you need to do it now.

Many are taking advantage of registering for the mail-in ballots this year, as many areas within the state will have an extremely long ballott.

Regardless of who or what you vote for: VOTE. Get Registered.

I have seen the voter registration volunteers out in full force in recent weeks - at stores, shopping centers and going door to door. Chances are, someone helped you get registered if you are not. But if youing out of time. kept putting it off, you are running out of time.

Here are a few links to help you out.

Click here to see if you are registered to vote: Colorado Secretary of State - Elections Center

Denver County Voting Information

Douglas County Election Information

Arapahoe County Voting Information

Jefferson County CO Voting Info

Elbert County CO Voting Information

Adams County Election Information

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New Hamburger Joint Coming to Highlands Ranch?

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 21:24:13 -0500

My blogger friend from across the country has given me a scoop to tell you about. Cindy Jones lives in Northern Virginia, and has told her readers about one of her favorite Hamburger hangouts - Five Guys. I actually know of them vaguely - I have family in her neck of the woods and my brother in law mentioned to me that he likes Five Guys. My wife visited this summer and became familiar with them as well.

Well, Cindy has family here in the Denver Suburbs - right in Highlands Ranch so she has shared that her family will soon be able to enjoy Five Guys. So I did a little web surfing and found the location - looks like Five Guys is going to be off of University where Colorado Blvd meets Highlands Ranch Parkway - or somewhere in that vicinity. Since there is shopping and restaurants on all four corners - I am not yet certain of the exact location, but I will find out and keep you posted.

Five Guys already has a location open in Aurora on Parker Rd at the Promenade on Parker and in Fort Collins. They will also be opening restaurants in Colorado Springs, Longmont and a second Fort Collins Location. I may need to head over to Aurora soon and see what the buzz is about.

According to the Five Guys web site - it is a Zagat rated Top 40 Bangs For The Buck." I am all about Bangs For the Buck, especially if its really good.

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Denver Races For The Cure 10/5/08

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 20:24:05 -0500

Denver Races For The Cure and So Do I

Tomorrow is a big day for my family.

Sunday, October 5^th is the Denver Komen Race for The Cure.

My wife has now participated in the Race for ten years here in Denver and while the kids and I have been supporters and even team members that Sleep In For The Cure, this year is the first year that we will all be active participants. We are completing the Co-Ed 5K together tomorrow.

Our team is over 70 members strong and has now raised close to $9,000 that goes straight to the Denver Race for A Cure. My wife Laura is captain for the 2^nd year of her team - Team FOJ is Friends of Julie - and if you know Julie, you know how special she is. The picture to the left is from my house earlier this week. There were similar piles in a few places.

I remember the first year Laura was a part of this, she was supporting maybe 2 or 3 people that were fighting breast cancer. Years have passed and all I can say is this is an awful disease. The amount of people that we have seen fight this is staggering. We have several close friends that are currently fighting and I know of 3 women this year that have passed on from this horrible disease. I know this year is been extremely important to our team members in so many ways. My pictures here are ones Laura took last year during the 2007 Denver Komen Race For The Cure.

I am really looking forward to tomorrow.

Although on line registration is now closed for the Race, you can still register in person tomorrow. Be there. Race for the Cure, so our kids don't have to.

Don't forget to support local businesses that are supporting the Race. REMAX is a national sponsor of the Race for The Cure and has been for some time and here is a post I wrote about another local business. Living in Denver ~ Gelazzi Is More Than Tasty Treats

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Living in Denver ~ Gelazzi Is More Than Tasty Treats

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 09:43:09 -0500

Gelazzi is Much More Than Tasty Treats - They Give Back

If you have been reading here for any length of time, you know that I do like to feature local businesses that I enjoy. I have received very positive feedback, particularly from those relocating to Denver that they truly enjoy having the "local scoop" so to speak on where to head for what they are looking for.

Here is one more scoop that is too good to share. And this time its a scoop quite literally. For a bit I have had a new local business on my list and I have just this week found out that there is a tiny connection to me.

Gelazzi, with its newest location at 9579 University Blvd in Highlands Ranch opened just a few months ago - I found it at the very first visit to be one of the best treats I have had…in I don't know how long, maybe ever. I could tell it was incredibly fresh, which was confirmed when I found out that it is made each day. But it was just really, really good. Last summer I spent some time in Europe and visiting Gelazzi quickly brought me back to the Gelatto that my family and I treated ourselves to every day while we were there. And Gelazzi serves more than Gelatto, their menu for their coffees and Gelatinis look incredible, and I will be back to try those.

Perusing their menu today I also noticed that they have a very fun option for the "bambinos" as they call them - kids 12 & under can be treated to Gelatto Spaghetti - a very fun looking treat where the Gelatto passes through the spaghetti press and is then covered in chocolate or caramel sauce and then M&M's. I know my kids will be all about that!

And here is the best part and where we get back to that connection. I have spoken before about my family's participation in the Denver Komen Race for The Cure. This weekend ~ on Sunday, October 5th my entire family, along with about 70 of our friends will head to downtown Denver as the sun is just about to rise to participate in the 5K Co-ed race, along with all of Team FOJ. Our amazing team has raised a great deal of money this year and my wife just told me that one of the owners of Gelazzi was one of the many awesome sponsors that supported one of our team members. And there is more.

On Race Day - Sunday October 5th - Gelazzi is thanking all of the Denver Komen racers by giving back again. At both their new Highlands Ranch location and the Larimer location at 1411 Larimer St in downtown Denver, Gelazzi will treat each racer showing a Race Day bib to receive a free gellato or coffee with the purchase of one gellato or coffee. I have attached their flier for the details.

The Larimer location is very close to the Pepsi Center where you are finishing the Race, so what a great idea to head over and say hi and thank them for supporting the Denver Komen Race for the Cure. I personally will be heading over to the Highlands Ranch location in the afternoon with my kids. This is the first year my kids will be active participants and I want to definitely make sure they get a little treat later for a job well done.

I have since learned through my wife that Gelazzi partipates in other ways to support the community through Gelazzi Cares. I am thrilled to see Gelazzi give back to the community in the same fashion that I do and will definitely be supporting them!

Steve Scheer, RE/MAX Masters, Inc.
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Littleton Friends Craft Fair Next Weekend

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 09:45:57 -0500

Littleton Craft Fair Next Saturday 10/4

If you have lived in Littleton for any length of time, you for sure know how big the Littleton Friends of the Library and Museum Craft Fair is, even if you haven't been. Generally held the first Saturday in October, it is really one of the larger events throughout the year in Littleton and this year is no exception - there will be over 300 booths.

Its been a few years since I have attended myself but I have a new generation of craft fair go-ers - my daughter now is starting to enjoy perusing through the aisles of fairs & events such as these - so I see myself in attendance.

The Friends Craft Fair benefits the Littleton Historic Museum and the Bemis Public Library. The Museum in particular holds a special place in my heart as we attended many times when my kids were much smaller - visiting the historic grounds of a working 19th Century Farm. We have loads of photos climbing around on the trees, looking at the farm equipment, checking out the farm animals. Its been about a year now since we have visited and I look forward to the return.

Here's the details:

October 4th in Ketring Park

9:00 am - 4:00 pm Rain or Shine

Ketring Park is located on Gallup Street - next to the Littleton Historic Museum.

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Highlands Ranch Living - Highlands Ranch Trails Are For More Than Just Recreation

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:14:21 -0500

Living in Highlands Ranch - Trails Are Not Just For Recreation

I have written a few times in the past about how great the trail system is throughout Highlands Ranch Colorado and how the trails in Highlands Ranch even connect to other areas such as through the Highline Canal the East West Trail and the Back Country Wilderness. You can read some of those pieces here:

Highlands Ranch Real Estate - Firelight Neighborhood in Southridge on the BackCountry Wilderness Open Space

Living in Denver Suburbs - Biking the High Line Canal Trail

Living Along the High Line Canal - Summer is Really Here

Living in Douglas County - The Backcountry Wilderness Trail

On any given day throughout the entire year you can see a great number of people enjoying Highlands Ranch living on the trails - whether its a parent with a stroller, a jogger, a bike rider or a group of children taking their first nature walk.

But the trails in Highlands Ranch are for more than just recreation. They are for transportation! This has really come to light for me much more lately as my oldest child is getting a tad more freedom. For example, our home is approximately .8 of a mile from one of my oldest children's friends house. And to get there on a bike or by foot by following the roads - he would have to travel among the busy road of Highlands Ranch Parkway, something his mom is not keen on. He would also have to cross about 7 intersections. She put her foot down to that.

But Highlands Ranch is so well connected he can take the trail over that connects our neighborhood to his friends. By popping on the trail, he crosses one residential street with minimal traffic and is there is a flash - we get the "call me when you get there call" within about 4 minutes.

The fact of the matter is, Highlands Ranch is very well connected that way. Numerous neighborhoods are connected together through the wonderful trail system - allowing easy access to neighborhoods, parks, rec centers and more. In fact - the trails even make it possible for some to commute regularly by bike to jobs - allowing access to RTD stations, and even downtown and into the DTC.

Now of course I am not saying all kids should start wandering to their friends on the trails - you have to make decisions on what's best for your child - not only because of obvious concerns but remember that there is at times wildlife in Highlands Ranch including coyotes at times and even rattlesnakes here & there. If your kids are goign to travel on the trails without a parent, you definitely need to decide on your own when your kdis are ready for that. In the meantime, walk them there using the trails - you'll enjoy it too - not only will it be closer, but you will generally enjoy a beautiful stroll!

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Living in Denver Suburbs - Taste of Greenwood Village

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 23:34:28 -0500

Taste of Greenwood Village

The Taste of Greenwood Village is coming up and it will be held at the Hyatt Regency Tech Center on October 5th from 5:00 - 9:00 pm.

Just looking at the list of restaurants particpating - its deifnteiely event that will have some great food! Here's a few:

Cool River Cafe
Yia Yia's
Buenos Aires Grill
Arlene's American Bistro
McCormick & Schmick's
Bonefish Grill
Mel's Bar and Grill
Hyatt Regency Tech Center - The Cafe
Il Fornio
The Fresh Fish Company
Garbanzo Bean

The event is only open to those that are 21 and older. Yia Yia's has been a long time personal favorite and is right near my office in Greenwood Village. Many of the restaurants particpating I have not yet tried - events liek these are a great chance to try all sorts of new places.

Tickets are $25 in advance (click here to purchase) or can be bought at the door if not sold out for $30 each. There will also be a Silent Auction at teh Taste of Greenwood Vilalge and this year benefits The Beacon Center.

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Living in Highlands Ranch: HRCA Taking Memberships

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 22:21:18 -0500

Living in Highlands Ranch: HRCA Taking Memberships

I was a little surprised to read an article in the Highlands Ranch Herald this week that the HRCA is now taking memberships from those outside of the Highlands Ranch HOA boundaries for membership. You can read that article here.

Its not the idea that surprised me, I have heard this idea kicked around in thought speculation for some time now. But I was surprised that it has started so soon.

HRCA has begun a program that they are offering up to 200 memberships for people to join.

Highlands Ranch is almost built out - that is no surprise. So at some point in the non so distant future homeowners dues will come in from existing homes only and growth will no longer be an issue. So increasing revenue without memberships would really only come from increasing dues - so this also seemed like a logically alternative.

How do I feel about it?

Actually I am ok with it. I think 200 memberships is a good number to try out. I know there are times of day where the Rec Centers in Highlands Ranch can be crowded and I know that my wife always mentions that the outdoor pools in the summer are a bit crowded form time to time - but overall I feel that it is manageable to increase revenue in this fashion.

Here are just a few examples: My daughters basketball league was canceled this summer due to not enough players. There are times mid-morning when at least half of the exercise machines in the Westridge Rec Center are not being used when I am in.

I do like the idea that they are thinking of alternatives instead of just raising dues. It shows that many folks are really looking at alternatives instead of just blanket increases. I hope innovative thinking continues.

By the way, I am not sure how many have purchased memberships yet. It would be interesting to know how its going in a few months or so.

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Moving is a Pain

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 15:03:12 -0500

Its been 9 1/2 years since I have moved my own family from point A to Point B. And even that was just cross town from one side of Highlands Ranch to the other. Prior to that I had moved a few years beofre from one area of South East Denver to Highlands Ranch. Over those years I have had to move professionally a few times.

I finished another move of sorts today. I have not switched brokerages but have decided to home office 100%. I work from home a great deal anyway, and really only was spending about 4 - 6 hours a week in my office.

I liked my office - I mean I still do, but the physcial 4 walls, I liked it. It just didn't make sense anymore. At least for now. So I decided to home office and spend that money I will be saving on different things that will truly make a difference to my clients.

Its a good chunk of change.

I think every Realtor should move in some capacity every so often. Its a good reminder what our clients are subjected too. I didn't have to go through all of the personal changes necessary in packing a house and trying to keep things up to par with kids running around for showings. Of course its not realistic that every Realtor move all the time as an exercise - and I venture to guess that those that do are probably pretty good at being much more sensitive to the stress that is induced form moving.

But just getting things out for the deadline of October 1 while being extrememly busy was enough.

Its a good reminder.

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Living in Denver Suburbs - Streets of Southglenn Start to Open

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 21:04:33 -0500

I have been driving some Denver area home buyers around lately that were curious about the construction going on at the old Southglenn Mall. They were relocating from out of state and their current area as they put it had "ancient shopping centers".

The new development is called Streets of Southglenn and although much of the construction is still underway, some of the shops are now opened.

My buyers in particular were delighted there would be such a nice place to shop & dine nearby.

Staples and Best Buy and the Macy Home Furnishings Department opened first and Dick's Sporting Goods in now opened as well. I know that my wife commenting that shopping at this brand new Staples for the kid's school supplies was very nice, she said that at first not many knew that it was opened so she was able to find exactly what she needed. It seems that the word has gotten out though as the few times I have been in, it is starting to get a little busier. Busy is good!

The Streets of Southglenn is a welcome addition to the Centennial, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Cherry Hills Village and Greenwood Village areas, - its fresh open air shopping experience, coupled with a movie theater, restaurant and cafes is a welcome fresh change for the area. Many that I have spoken to are very excited about the Whole Foods that will be opening here. Residential units within The Street of Southglenn will be upscale apartment homes (it was once planned for condos, but that did change late last year). The Streets of Southglenn has a completion date of Spring 2009.

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Living in Denver - Fall Foliage Time

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 18:10:57 -0500

As I just posted this morning - the leaves are starting to turn here in Denver. You can read it here: Living in Denver - Fall Is In The Air.

And I have heard in the high country - things are just as starting as well. Things were very cool this past weekend in the mountians, even some snow on the peaks. I am hearing that between this weekend and the next 2 weeks it will be leaf viewing time. If you are here in Denver looking for a home and have some extra time, its a great opportunity to get out and enjoy the Colorado Outdoors.

Here is a post I originally wrote last fall (9/07) with some great areas for fall leaf viewing. I still think these are some of the great day trip for fall leaf viewing.

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As I was writing my recent Post, Why Aspens May Not be the Right Choice for Denver Home Owners, I was reminded that it is almost time to hit the car for the day, head to the west and view our flickering golden aspens.

The Fall is my favorite time in Colorado and making it up to the mountains to enjoy the fall floiage and the changing of the Colorado aspens is just something no one should ever miss, especially if you have only recently moved to Colorado. And if you are planning to move, now that it is something you will truly enjoy in the future.

Here are a few of my favorite day trips from Denver to enjoy the changing of the leaves. You can find many more suggestions here as well. You can see in the picture that the aspen leaves are just starting to turn here in the Denver Area, the next 2 weeks in the High Country should start to be grand and you will see lots of color generally through the first week or so of October in Denver.

Guanella Pass- Hands Down this is my favorite. Probably because I have such wonderful memories of the day my family spent driving this pass when my children were so young. There is a potion of the road that is unpaved (about 12 to 15 miles or so) but it is a very mild gravel road and most cars will be fine as long as the weather holds. There are numerous lakes along the pass and we stop often to get out, walk around and just relax and enjoy. There are also stunning views of Mount Evans in the distance. To reach Guanella Pass from Denver, take I70 to Georgetown and eventually you will be brought out to 285, which will lead you back to Denver.

Kenosha Pass- Take 285 west out of Denver (Hampden) and drive towards Fairplay. Another breathtaking pass which will allow you plenty of time to get out of the car and take beautiful photos of the aspens fluttering their golden leaves.

Golden Gate Canyon Sate Park - Located off of Highway 93 Between Golden and Boulder, Golden Gate Canyon State Park has a a great variety of activities and also has large aspen groves. There is also over 30 miles of hiking and biking trails in the park. Pack a picnic, if you plan to hike a bit, you are going to want to find that perfect spot to relax and enjoy such beautiful scenery.

Georgetown Colorado is one of the popular spots as well, and many are so glad that the Georgetown Loop Railroad is running again (after a short hiatus a few years ago) as this allows everyone a chance to get out of the car and sit and enjoy the Loop train ride from Georgetown to Silver Plume and back. Young children will especially enjoy the experience on this coal engine train. Georgetown is located off of I70, about 35 miles west of Denver.

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Living in the Denver Suburbs - Fall is In The Air

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 14:09:32 -0500

Denver Living - Fall Is In The Air

Its hard to know it with today's temperatures reaching into the mid 80's here in the Denver area, but fall is just around the corner.

Last week's cooler temps and the overnight cool down have started the leaves - I got my first real glimpse this morning while taking my morning walk around my Highlands Ranch neighborhood with my dog.

One of the things I have always really enjoyed about living in the Denver area is the wide range of temperatures - it can be in the 50's one day and much warmer the next. And once we get closer to that first snow, it can happen on the same day as a warmer morning begins - you just never know. But in the same way - a snowy morning can warm up and melt traces by mid afternoon and lead to a warmer afternoon. The climate is a bit erratic - but overall very mild, dry and pleasant here in Denver. If you are relocating to Denver, you will be in for a treat and I feel certain you will love the weather here.

See these leaves - a full patch of golden yellow. It won't be long before we see it everywhere.

Fall is in the air. And you know what that means...snow is just around the corner.

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Living in Denver - Chatfield State Park - Dogs Love It Too

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 10:10:28 -0500

The weather is starting to turn here in the Denver area - cool crisp mornings and evenings are still warm enough on most days for shorts & T-Shirts. So before the weather completely turns we decided to take a much needed adventure to Chatfield State Park.

This wasn't our ordinary visit with fishing in the south ponds, or a picnic on the beach or an afternoon on a boat or a hike on the trails - this time we decide to bring our dog for his first swim! It was also an excellent time for me to share an afternoon with my son.

Chatfield has a wonderful Dog Training Area that is an off-leash area for dogs and includes a very popular pond for the dogs to swim. I found out quickly that my 6 month old is a complete natural. A full swim off the bat and was retrieving in minutes. (Side note - Dogs must be leashed in all other areas of Chatfield State Park.)

The pond is extremely popular and I can see why - the dogs love it.

If you have recently moved to the Denver area, specifically the south Denver suburbs and you have a dog, you have to check out Chatfiled.

Chatfield State Park is only about an 8 minute drive from my home on the west side of Highlands Ranch. It is easily accessible from all parts of the Denver South suburbs and it is right off of C470. The dog training area is located on the north side of the park and will be most easily access from the Wadsworth entrance to the park.

Chatfield is a State Park, so there is a daily entrance fee of $7. You can also choose to purchase an annual pass for the Colorado State Parks for $60, which if you plan on going often, is well worth it.

We plan on heading back to the Chatfield Dog Training Area a few more times before the water is too cold.

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Living in the Denver Suburbs - IKEA Will Build A Store in Centennial

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:13:36 -0500

IKEA Is Coming To The South Denver Suburbs - Centennial CO To Be Exact

By noon yesterday, I had heard mention of the new IKEA store 3 times. And by 5pm - that number grew to at least 15. Word spread quickly that there would be an IKEA store opening in the Denver area and while shoppers that are familiar with IKEA are delighted, there are further implications of the news as well.

Let's face it - the media tells us every day how rough the economy is over and over across the board nation wide. But we have been hearing some other messages in the Denver area, such as this latest report that I posted about: The Health of the Denver Real Estate Market. The bottom line is, IKEA is not going to build a store where they see no promise for a lucrative future - so the fact that they are expanding into Colorado is good news.

So for those that like the IKEA style from Sweden - you will soon be able to shop without driving to Utah or Phoenix. IKEA has long been a favorite with first time home buyers as it offers a great selection of higher quality furniture and accessories at affordable prices. On more than one occasion I have had had home buyers in Denver- especially first time home buyers tell me that they are having furniture shipped into town from IKEA - so this is also good news for those IKEA fans. It will also create more jobs in the area and its a good indicator that the Denver area economy is doing better than other areas and can support this growth.

Its looking like IKEA will be located near I25 and County Line Road, just a bit north of Park Meadows Mall. An opening date has not yet been announced but its sounding like it is about 2 years out.

Living in Highlands Ranch - Picture Perfect

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 01:00:29 -0500

Every now and then there are storms that roll through, particularly in the summer. This photo was taken almost 2 weeks ago now, on August 17th. We had a few days of rain, and then it cleared.

That is the view of the sunset I have from my Highlands Ranch home.

Are you looking for a home in the Denver area with a view like that? Give me a call and we'll find one for you.

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Living in Highlands Ranch - Highlands Ranch Days Kicks Off This Week

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 23:29:39 -0500

This is an exciting week coming up for Highlands Ranch - the annual festivities of Highlands Ranch Days are just around the corner.

What is Highlands Ranch Days? Well, long ago, before Highlands Ranch was a community of homes, it was a ranch. And Highlands Ranch days is a chance for the community to see inside the mansion of the original Highlands Ranch and see the working ranch that still exists.

Festivities and events begin on Thursday September 4th and will continue through Saturday the 6th of September.

Some of the things that you and your families can look forward to at Highlands Ranch Days are:

Hay Rides
Petting Zoo & Livestock Displays
Western Entertainment
Gold Panning
Mansion Tours and more!

On Saturday its Family Day and there will be a full barbecue at the Ranch and is an additional $7.00.

You can read about all of the details here.

Admission is $3.00 for adults and $1.00 for children. Parking is limited at the Highlands Ranch Mansion, and although I have yet to see information stated as such I am going to guess there may be shuttle to the mansion. If I get further info on that, I will be sure to post it.

I live in Highlands Ranch and these types of quality community events are the reason I love to live here. There is always so much to do, so much to experience, for all ages.

If you are considering living in Highlands Ranch, I would love to discuss with you what's available and show you how I can assist you as your Realtor®.

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Denver Real Estate - State Of The Market

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 20:34:25 -0500

Health Of The Denver Real Estate Market

So here we are on Labor Day Weekend. And I can tell you without hesitation - The question of the summer that I received - whether it was at a backyard barbecue, in the church parking lot, at a soccer game, at the pool, in an email or on the phone - was...

Well, Steve, really, how is the Denver real estate market, really.

And of course I tell people the truth. There are parts that are doing better than others and those are doing well. And then there are some areas doing worse than others, and those need some help.

Yes we have all heard the media hype of the nation wild housing crisis - and yes - there are some serious problems. And then there is the whole mortgage mess.

But if someone asks me, Steve- really - should I buy a home now? The answer is, it depends.

It depends on so many factors. We then spend time talking about if they have an idea how long they may stay, their price range, area of town interested it, and oh so many things. I want to make something clear - it is a good idea for many to buy right now. But there are some circumstances where I will tell you it is not.

And if they ask me, truly, is the market as bad as everyone says is it, here in the Denver area, specifically the Denver suburbs. I have to say no. Even my Highlands Ranch neighbors have been under the impressions the sky is falling and that just is not true.

Just this week the Case -Shiller Index was released - and even through this report, it stated that the Denver real estate market is the top market of the 20 metro markets in the index of top markets in the country. In fact, the headline in the Denver Business Journal was just that "Denver Home Price Rise Top 20 City List". In a time period that ranged from April through May, the real estate home prices in the Denver area actually rose 1%.

Here are some additional articles from the media that you can read more about the Case-Shiller Index

Denver Business Journal

Rocky Mountain News

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Highlands Ranch Real Estate & Living - Wag N' Wash Coming To Westridge

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 19:14:09 -0500

Since I have become a dog owner in May, I tend to notice more dog related things lately. And here's another.

They are building a new Wag N' Wash Healthy Pet Center in Highlands Ranch - a place where I can bathe my dog without stinking up the tub. Not bad!

The Wag N Wash will be in the King Soopers Shopping Center at the Corner of Highlands Ranch Parkway and Wildcat Reserve Parkway. According to the web site, the Wag N' Wash in Highlands Ranch will be opening this fall. I am not certain of the exact date, but it seems to be moving along.

I can literally walk from my home to the Wag N Wash - nice! The web site describes it as having self wash tub for dogs and plenty of brands of super premium dog food.

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Highlands Ranch Real Estate & Living - New Businesses Coming to Town Center

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:02:38 -0500

By now you have seen it, there are some new businesses that are coming to Town Center in Highlands Ranch at the corner of Lucent and Highlands Ranch Parkway. From what I can tell - here's what we've got.

Indulge Wine Bar - I was contacted back in April by one of the owners letting me know that Indulge Wine Bar was coming. While I still am uncertain of the opening date, the web site says late 2008. I remember hearing about an outdoor patio and tapas, that will be nice.

Chase Bank - Lots of banks in town, but there will be another here.

Corner Bakery Cafe - This looks good too - Again I don't know much about this although I have eaten at the one downtown at the Denver Pavilions on the 16th street mall. As I recall, I had a great sandwich.

If you are involved in one of these new businesses coming to Highlands Ranch Town Center, feel free to comment on opening date!

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Living in Denver - Ideas For Labor Day Weekend

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 17:13:53 -0500

Labor Day = Last Official Weekend of Summer.

For many, that will bring up different ideas of what to do in teh Denver area this weekend.

Here are a few ideas.

Ski Sales - Labor Day Weekend is THE weekend in Denver for ski sales. From the Famous Sniagrab (bargains spelled backwards) at Sports Authority to the sales at Colorado Ski and Golf Ski Rex sale and everywhere in between, you are sure to find some bargains to stock up on your skin and winter sports supplies this weekend. Even the Eskimo Ski shop is having a big sale as they are moving.

Taste of Colorado - The DNC has packed up and left downtown Denver but there's still lots going on. The Annual Taste of Colorado kicked off yesterday and continues through Monday. Loads of local restaurants from fine dinning to quick eats ave everything for you to enjoy plus tons of music & entertainment.

Parade of Homes - This is the last official weekend for the popular annual Denver area event. This years Parade is at Solterra in Lakewood, just below the south west side of Green Mountain.

Outdoor Fun - Probably the best idea, and the most popular is just to enjoy the wonderful Colorado outdoors. From hiking and biking, trails abound in the Denver area and will be busy all weekend. Many will head up to the high country, despite the gas prices, and Monday afternoon is sure to get a bit heavy traffic wise on I70. I think our family will be hiking tomorrow, barbecuing and getting some yard work done on Monday. That's the plan right now.

Enjoy your weekend!

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