Real estate blog entries tagged with breckenridge

Blog entries tagged with "breckenridge":

breckenridge: Market Update-August - 08/13/08 02:19 PM

It's a different market this year! Surprised? Well, the chart below shows what the market looked like last year and now what we are seeing today. While it may seem like a lot of inventory, we are really simply approaching normal levels of real estate for sale. Buyers now have more … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge | Alpharetta, Georgia | Market Update | June 2008 - 08/04/08 11:58 AM

Market Update for Breckenridge - July 2008(per FMLS and office records, as of August 4, 2008)
As of today, August 4, 2008, there are 8 active listings in Breckenridge, ranging in price from $245,000 to $289,900. There are currently no properties listed as foreclosures.
There are currently two pending sales, with list … (0 comments)

breckenridge: OREGONIAN COVERAGE - 07/30/08 04:23 PM

Saturday, July 26 Breckenridge subdivision was covered by the Oregonian. The article was very favorable--pictures looked great---and we've already received one phone call from an interested buyer!
The biggest battle ahead is bringing people to the east side of Bend. It's nothing like it used to be --- growing daily in … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Grand Opening Party a SUCCESS! - 07/29/08 03:27 PM

The Grand Opening of Breckenridge was a big success---not only did the home take away 8 of 9 awards in its catagory---but hundreds of folks turned up to celebrate Saturday evening.
Dawn G Events catered the buffet dinner of Lemon-Pepper Chicken, Salads and Pastas, while party-goers were entertained by the Bobby … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Despite National Trends, Summit County Colorado Continues to See Appreciation in Real Estate Values - 07/29/08 12:40 PM

I would like to take this opportunity to alert the media that not all areas in the United States of America are experiencing a "severe real estate crisis", a "landslide of real estate values, or "a foreclosure epidemic." I just read the newly released Standard and Poor's/Case Schiller 20 city … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Summit County Market Trends -- January to June Comparision Over 4 years. - 07/25/08 05:36 PM

In this edition of Amy's number crunching, I will break down residential real estate trends by community. The data below reflects sales from January through June for years 2005 through 2008. While sales activity has slowed in the first half of 2007 to 2008, most Summit County's properties continue to see increased … (1 comments)

breckenridge: BRECKENRIDGE WINS BIG - 07/23/08 07:38 PM

BRECKENRIDGE BY BRAATZ EARLE WINS BIG IN COBA'S TOUR OF HOMES 2008!!!
$400,000 to $450,000
Best Architectural Design- # 29 Braatz Earle
Best Kitchen- # 29 Braatz Earle
Best Interior Finish - # 29 Braatz Earle
Best Master Suite- # 43 AB Premier Homes
Best Landscaping- # 29 Braatz Earle
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breckenridge: Breckenridge | Alpharetta, Georgia | Market Update | June 2008 - 07/15/08 03:53 PM

Market Update for Breckenridge - June 2008(per FMLS and office records, as of July 11, 2008)
As of today, July 15, 2008, there are 9 active listings in Breckenridge, ranging in price from $254,700 to $292,000. There are currently no properties listed as foreclosures.
There are currently three pending sales, … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Grand Opening - 07/14/08 06:56 PM

It's coming!!!
The Grand Opening of Breckenridge is July 26 --- don't miss this opportunity to view Bend Oregon's best new subdivision AND listen to Bobby Simms live. The concert will be held right in front of our model home: 2330 NE Atherton, Bend OR 97701. All are welcome to partake … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Unlike Re/Max, Metro Brokers is still true to the original 100% concept - 06/04/08 06:29 PM

MetroBrokersTV : I am Mark Eibner and welcome to metrobrokerstv.com. Today, we are with Bruce Mitchell and Bruce has just recently opened an office up in the Breckenridge area and Bruce welcome to the show.
Bruce Mitchell: Thank you.
MetroBrokersTV : Just a quick question. With Metro … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Vail Resorts pulls out of state ski association - 05/28/08 10:07 PM

From the Summit Daily news: "Vail Resorts pulled out of Colorado Ski Country USA, a state trade association, over philosophical differences Wednesday, the chairman of Colorado Ski Country's board of directors confirmed."
It will be interesting to see how this organization can survive without the state's biggest player. Vail Resorts owns … (7 comments)

breckenridge: Keystone, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge current market snapshot - 05/26/08 11:30 AM

Here's a current snapshot of Summit County's available ski town properties. This only includes the ski communities of Keystone, Copper Mountain, and Breckenridge. Click here for a similar look at our three non-ski towns, Dillon, Frisco, & Silverthorne, Colorado.

RolandoTheRealtor, RE/MAX Properties of the Summit, works with buyers and sellers in … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Sub. Boise, Idaho 83716 - 04/29/08 05:56 PM

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breckenridge: Gilbert's Breckenridge Market Report as of 4/5/08 - 04/05/08 07:12 PM

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breckenridge: Second Homes - 04/01/08 04:48 PM

Second homes accounted for 33% of all new and existing home sales in 2007 according to NAR. Speculative buyers are disappearing and serious buyers are now emerging. Many people who had been looking for second homes and vacation retreats simply could not find what they were seeking because of the tight … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Congratulations To Janet Larsen, Remax Connection! - 03/21/08 10:28 PM

RE/MAX CONNECTION IN MANTUA WELCOMES NEW ASSOCIATE JANET LARSEN RE/MAX Connection in Mantua is proud to welcome their newest Sales Associate, Janet Larsen. Janet Larsen specializes in residential resale and services the areas of Gloucester Township, Sicklerville, Williamstown, Washington Township, and Pine Hill. In addition, Janet services all of these counties: … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Market Report of Activity @ 3-10-08 - 03/10/08 01:37 PM

New Page 1  AS OF 3-10-08 The average sales for the last 3 years are as follows:

As you can see from the historical sales, the average sales … (0 comments)

breckenridge: About the Colony West Subdivision - 03/10/08 01:28 PM

The Colony West Subdivision contains approximately 470 homes basically boarded by Rodney Parham Road on the south, Clapboard Hill on the east and I-430 on the west and about midway on Millbrook on the north. They have a very active and excellent Property Owners Association with a website located at … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Ski Home for Sale - 02/21/08 07:49 PM

For more information about this listing, please go to Ski Homes in Breckenridge Colorado. … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Your Dream House Delivered!! - 02/20/08 04:59 PM

[569 gold run road]
Breckenridge, CO 80424

Your dream house delivered! The graceful wooden arched beams adorning the great room set the theme for this remarkable home. A huge main level master suite features his and her walk-in closet and spa-like master bath. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Snow Sculpture Championship - 02/02/08 05:35 PM

Snow Sculpting in Breckenridge isn't a new thing.
Breckenridge's snow sculpting competition has been around since the late 70's. It started as part of UllrFest, a celebration of the mythical Norse god of snow. Breckenridge locals, businesses and civic organizations created amazing snow art, competing for a mention in the local paper and a … (10 comments)

breckenridge: Discover Villas at Swan's Nest - 12/03/07 04:30 PM

Located between Breckenridge and Frisco, Villas at Swan's Nest is a quaint, condo complex tucked just off the beaten path. Built in 1999 and 2000, the 138 unit complex backs to open space and has creeks and ponds surrounding it. Floor plans range from 848 to 1348 square feet and all … (3 comments)

breckenridge: One Ski Hill Place, Breckenridge, Colorado’s newest luxury residences - 11/28/07 02:04 PM

RockResorts comes to Breckenridge! Started by the Rockefeller family years ago, RockResorts is the leading brand in properties that are uniquely defined by their location. Unlike the consistent sameness of other luxury resorts, each RockResort really looks and feels like it belongs where it is. Vail Resorts acquired RockResorts recently, and … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Water House on Main Street Breckenridge - 11/14/07 04:14 PM

The Water House on Main Street is another spectacular condo development by Vail Resorts taking place in the heart of Breckenridge. This development is located on the south end on Main Street, directly between Hyatt at Main Street Station and The Marriott’s Hotel at Breckenridge. The development will be 55-units with … (4 comments)

breckenridge: The Shock Hill Lodge & Spa - Pre-Construction - Breckenridge, Colorado - 10/30/07 01:16 PM

The Shock Hill Lodge & Spa in Breckenridge. Now pre-selling 1,2, 3 & Penthouse Units. Phases 1 & 2 sold out in 48 hours! Phase III pricing will be released in November 2007. Prices range from $1,200,000 to $2,800,000. 105 Luxury Ski-In Ski Out Wholly Owned Condominiums, World Class Spa designed by 4 … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Vote for your favorite Summit County ski area - 09/24/07 11:17 PM

For the last few weeks I have had a survey running on my Summit County real estate blog, asking people which is their favorite Summit County Ski Resort. Copper Mountain took the lead early on (I only voted once!) and is now way ahead of all the other resorts.
Today my SKI … (31 comments)

breckenridge: August Market Review for Breckenridge in Gilbert Arizona - 09/18/07 03:44 PM

Breckenridge Townhomes and Breckenridge Manor are in a great part of Gilbert close to everything. Located at Gilbert/Guadalupe and close to both the new San Tan Freeway as well as the Superstition Freeway. This community offers great prices for first time home buyers as well as investors that are looking to add … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Area Information for Breckenridge in Gilbert Arizona - 09/18/07 03:39 PM

breckenridge: My blog is gone already! - 09/14/07 01:49 PM

I just wrote what I thought to be a pretty good blog on investing in Real Estate and Investment properties in Breckenridge. Now when I go to look for it I can't even find anymore. I wrote it about 30 minutes ago. It seems like the blogs move so fast sometimes … (19 comments)

breckenridge: Why you should buy a vacation home in Summit County Colorado - 09/10/07 10:59 PM

This is a contest entry to the Active Rain Buyer Challenge:
Dear Miss Hilton,
I understand that you would like more information about the possible purchase of a vacation home here in the mountains of Colorado. I am a little unclear as to what your use of that home will be, so am attaching … (39 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge in Gilbert - 08/19/07 04:28 PM

Breckenridge Townhomes and Breckenridge Manor are in a great part of Gilbert close to everything. Located at Gilbert/Guadalupe and close to both the new San Tan Freeway as well as the Superstition Freeway. Below is the Current Market activity as of 8/19/07 - Give us a call at 480-899-2884 or email … (0 comments)

breckenridge: We have cheap houses but you probably can't buy one. - 08/14/07 12:27 AM

This was the title of a post I did a couple of months ago on my outside blog. I was reminded recently, when I read a post by Esko Kiuru about the lack of affordable housing in Las Vegas, that not every resort area has good programs to help locals get affordable housing. … (26 comments)

breckenridge: Summit County ski resorts are now wind powered. - 08/11/07 09:01 PM

The ski areas are working very hard to make sure that everyone knows that they are now using clean, natural resources as a source of electricity. Do you have any idea what it means for them to be wind powered? At first I visualized many big wind turbines sitting on top of the ski mountains. We … (24 comments)

breckenridge: Copper Mountain, Breckenridge or Keystone; where is the best place to buy a condo? - 08/07/07 11:33 PM

People often ask me, "where is the best place to buy my condo?" My answer is usually another question, "where do you like to ski?" Most times they are indirectly asking me for the area with the best appreciation, and, for that reason, I think I would have to say Breckenridge but qualify it … (26 comments)

breckenridge: Fourth of July, Summit County, Colorado - 07/04/07 07:15 PM

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!
Right now, it's late afternoon/evening here in Summit County, Colorado.
We went to the parade in Frisco, Colorado. They had a marching band from Minnesota, lots of horses and my favorite: local kids galore, leading the parade by riding their decorated bicycles.
Breckenridge had to cancel their fireworks … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Will Breckenridge be a Vail look-alike? - 06/23/07 03:22 PM

The construction activity in Breckenridge is moving quickly these days. The new "Breck Connect" gondola that opened last January and runs from downtown Breckenridge to the bottom of Peaks 7 and 8, has brought new energy to the interaction between the Town of Breckenridge and the Breckenridge Ski Resort. The local newspaper, The Summit Daily, recently … (4 comments)

breckenridge: Will Summit County property values be affected by the Pine Beetle epidemic? - 06/10/07 03:52 PM

The Pine Beetle has devastated our forests in Summit County and many Silverthorne, Frisco and Breckenridge homes have felt the effects as one after another, trees have died. I have experienced it first hand, as my home in Mesa Cortina, which backs to Forest Service land, has been in the thick … (10 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge land, for millionaires only - 06/03/07 05:03 PM

Today, June 3, 2007, with a total of 93 lots for sale in Breckenridge, only 12 are priced under $250,000. Of those, 3 are in RV parks and 5 are at an elevation of about 11,000' where summers are very short. Looking at the other end of the price range, 16 lots are priced over … (12 comments)

breckenridge: Summit County, Colorado busses are a history lesson - 06/02/07 06:31 PM

In Summit County we have an excellent free bus system called The Summit Stage. When we first moved here, I noticed that all the busses had names on them and I wondered what they meant. The names refer to Summit County history, and it wasn't until I read a book about … (3 comments)

breckenridge: Good fishing in the Blue River - 05/28/07 04:30 PM

Summit county has many gold medal fishing waters, almost all in the Blue River, which means that they are some of the best places to fish. But don't plan on having your catch for dinner, as you must throw it back if you are in a gold medal area. I am a fly fisherman … (5 comments)

breckenridge: Who is the King of Breckenridge, and why? - 05/19/07 01:08 AM

No one has proclaimed a king, at least not since Ullr Fest in January, but he is King of the week long party that is the tribute to the Norse god of snow, not the Town. We do have a town fool competition at the end of ski season each year, but … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Real Estate Professional - 05/04/07 04:00 PM

Resort Real Estate! The average sales price is up 35% in the first quarter of 2007 from 2006! With all the Real Estate hype of concern of a "bubble", we have not seen it. In the metropolitan areas, the real estate market has been seeing some changes, but Resort Real Estate … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Summit County Views - 05/02/07 01:18 PM

You will see there are many great reasons for owning property in Summit County.
1. This is a resort/second home area and as such people come here because they want to not because they are sent here. This means the people here have a lot in common. Friends are easily made through networking … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Hello from Colorado - 04/23/07 06:45 PM

I am the business manager and licensed agent for the Mountain Living team, in Frisco, Colorado. Our town was named by miners who came to Colorado from California during the gold rush. Naming places after their hometowns must have made them feel less homesick. Many of the old mining claims around here … (3 comments)

breckenridge: Easy referrals you are probably missing - 04/20/07 10:55 PM

Have you ever asked one of your clients if they have thought about buying a second home? Not just a rental property, but a vacation home at the beach or mountains. If your clients are baby boomers and they live in a nice house, chances are they already have a second home or they … (10 comments)

breckenridge: Where is the hottest spot for second homes? - 04/18/07 12:26 AM

In Summit County, it is Breckenridge. Although if Frisco had more residential units it might be a close second. The average sale is priced 16% higher than it was this time last year, but we have 15% less sales. It is the old law of supply and demand. We only have … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge's own Katie Uhlaendar Wins World Cup Championship - 03/02/07 04:40 PM

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breckenridge: Summit County verses Vail, a Rocky Mountain Resort Alliance Comparison - 03/02/07 04:35 PM

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breckenridge: Snow Place Like Home - 09/21/06 06:31 PM

At no time does this slogan of ours make more sense than at the first snow of the season. So, as we near the end of this day of our first snow of 2006, it’s a good time to reflect. Avid skiers and snowboarders are salivating. Golfers and mountain climbers are … (3 comments)

breckenridge: Paving Paradise? - 08/20/06 02:18 PM

This is for those of you who live in metro areas, cities, places where you expect to transport yourself, your kids and friends, over roads made of bituminous materials known as pavement, where you aren't bothered by dust (or at least its effects are minimal). Because you may not understand this … (0 comments)

breckenridge: The View From My Window - 08/14/06 10:25 AM

Gary Lindstrom is a good friend of mine. He is also our State Representative for Summit and adjoining counties. He posts regular observations and encourages their distribution. This is his most recent, and one I like, because it gives a look at the types of issues shared by so many … (0 comments)

breckenridge: New home for Colorado Mountain College? - 08/09/06 09:49 AM

Higher education takes on new meaning when it occurs in the - um - high country. Colorado Mountain College has several campuses in the Colorado Mountains, two in Summit County. These are located in Dillon and Breckenridge. But, there has been a long-held desire to combine the campuses into one large … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Ski area competition is growing - 08/06/06 06:48 PM

How many ski areas are in Colorado? Well, that depends - on whether you are asking about open resorts or if you want to include all those that used to operate but are now closed - what are known as ghost resorts.
To answer the first is easy. There are 23 … (0 comments)

breckenridge: It's a Seller's market! - 08/04/06 09:46 AM

The real estate market may be cooling off nationally. The Denver Metro area may still be flat. But, none of that has affected sales in Summit County, Colorado. Our sales are hot, our inventory is down, and prices are climbing. Difficult to control. Everyone wants a piece of this affluence. Even … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Performing miracles is all in a day's work for JoAnn Falletta - 08/03/06 11:18 PM

One of my favorite conductors is JoAnn Falletta. Of course, she is the favorite of others, as well. The New York Times, for example, called her ". . . one of the finest conductors of her generation." So, why am I enthralled? Well, for one, she has performed here in Summit … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Riding the wind - 08/02/06 06:18 PM

Vail Resorts became the second largest corporate buyer of wind energy on Tuesday when it announced it would offet 100 percent of its total electricity use by purchasing wind energy. That amounts to 152,000 megawatt hours of wind energ per year. This will (according to the EPA) avoid more than 211 … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Check your home from the sky. - 07/31/06 12:24 AM

If you haven't seen your home, your city, your market, from the sky, you should. It's an illuminating experience. Didn't go up in a plane today, but we did climb from Copper Mountain (9300 feet) over the Ten Mile Range (where we crossed over at 12300 feet) and down into Frisco. … (1 comments)

breckenridge: What is the National Repertory Orchestra? - 07/28/06 11:25 PM

Founded in 1960 by the late Walter Charles, the National Repertory Orchestra (NRO) performs in residence at the Riverwalk Center in the heart of Breckenridge, a Victorian town high in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.The NRO, a non-profit organization, has as its primary mission the training of talented young musicians for seats … (0 comments)

breckenridge: Breckenridge Backs Affordable Housing Initiative - 07/28/06 11:10 PM

Affordable housing is crucial. We are a resort. We attract people who love to recreate here and who can afford second (or third or fourth) homes. And in the process, we are squeezing our workforce, people who make all those recreational systems work, because they cannot afford to live here.
In … (3 comments)

breckenridge: What makes Summit County so hot? - 07/26/06 08:18 PM

We have lots to offer visitors and investors:
I've been interviewed a bit lately, reporters wanting to know "why Summit County?" or "why are so many people buying there?" So, I thought I'd share my thoughts - how best to answer the question - what makes Summit County so hot? Well, no … (2 comments)

breckenridge: Chasing little white balls in the high country. - 07/18/06 08:34 PM

Summit County, Colorado has some of the best golf courses in the country. I know. I’ve played them all. They are all championship courses, and will challenge even the best golfers. Yet, depending on the hole, the weather, the day, some of the holes can also be forgiving.
First, there is … (3 comments)

breckenridge: - 07/17/06 05:45 PM

So, where is our high-end market? When we compare sales of homes that actually sold for $1 million or more in the first six months of 2006 to the same period in 2005, here is what we find:
In 2006, we have had a total of 63 sales over $1 million … (4 comments)

breckenridge: Second homes can dominate the economy - 07/09/06 10:18 AM

Second homeowners bring lots of money, some worries, to Summit County Some second homes are huge mansions on vast acreage, castles that are perhaps smaller than their first homes, but with all the amenities. These tend to get most of the attention, being inhabited, albeit sporadically, by shieks and stars and … (4 comments)

breckenridge: Are Deed Restricted Units Second Homes? - 07/09/06 10:10 AM

Kirk and Pam Alter thought they had the cat's meow - a low-priced home in Breckenridge where they could vacation (live?). New construction as well. The problem was that the property was deed restricted to locals only.
You see, as prices rise in resorts, locals increasingly get priced out of real … (1 comments)

breckenridge: Where are the primary homes? - 07/09/06 12:47 AM

Where will the working class live? So, we have 2 out of 3 homeowners in Summit County who do not live here. They are second homeowners, investors, vacationers. They can afford to have at least one second home (some have 2-3 more), and often, they have found that putting their money … (0 comments)