Breckenridge Real Estate Blog

It’s hard to believe Halloween 2018 is over and we’re already looking ahead to the rest of the autumn season. But here we are already 1 day down in November with Thanksgiving and Christmas quickly approaching. 

Before we officially close the book on this year’s fun-filled Halloween celebration, however, why not take a quick look back at some of the funniest, spookiest, and coolest Halloween in Breckenridge posts we found on Instagram.

If this first one doesn't perfectly capture Halloween, we don't know what does. AMAZING!

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A post shared by vintage boho indie love (@sandybuns) on Nov 1, 2018 at 5:15am PDT

We can all agree these guys get the award for most creative costume,

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It’s just about that time of year where those of us in Breckenridge shift our outdoor recreational focus from hiking and mountain biking to skiing and snowboarding. And with that also comes those warm, cozy nights huddled in front of the fireplace, which of course is something most of us just can’t get enough of on a cold, snowy night. 

If you’re searching for the right Breckenridge condo and having a fireplace is listed somewhere on your wishlist, you’re in luck—plenty of options are usually available at any given time. But to help jump start your search, here’s a quick look at just a few locations that feature some of the coziest condos currently on the market. 

Atrium 

Located just 3 short blocks from Breckenridge’s Main Street, there’s hardly

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It’s brisk, it’s snowy, it’s the beginning of ski season, and it’s the perfect time of year for enjoying a yummy coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or basically anything warm to drink. In a seasonal tourist town as bustling as Breckenridge, there’s certainly no shortage of cozy tea houses, coffee shops, and cafes in the area that all serve up a great cup of Joe (or tea if that’s what you prefer). 

And if you’re wondering what some of our favorite spots are in town to frequent, here’s a closer look at just a few that come to mind. 

Cool River Coffee House & Bakery

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Cool River Coffee House & Bakery tops the list. Admittedly, I go here for the sweets just as much as I go for the coffee. But the lattes here are downright amazing. 

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With October nearly in the rearview mirror and the holiday season right around the corner, the residential real estate market throughout Summit County remains strong. The average sold price for all residential properties combined is up roughly 11 percent compared to this time last year, and homes are also selling quite quickly, averaging just 49 days on the market. 

If there is one segment of the market that some might say is struggling, most would point to condos. 

Outside of Keystone, condo sales have fallen in every town throughout Summit County, and condo sales countywide have also dropped by roughly 12 percent. 

Not helping is the fact that condo prices still continue to climb despite falling sales totals. Right now, the average sold price

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John Prine with Special Guest Nathaniel Rateliff

Date: November 7, 2018
Riverwalk Center

Doors: Show 7:30 pm – 12:00 am | All Ages
Tickets: $76 - $106

The critically acclaimed John Prine takes center stage at the Riverwalk Center this November. Famed for being the “songwriter’s songwriter”, Prine is unmatched in quality and will create a night to remember. A few key artists that have recorded Prine’s remarkable songs include: Johnny Cash, Bonnie Raitt, the Everly Brothers, John Denver, Kris Kristofferson, Carly Simon, Ben Harper, Joan Baez, George Strait, Old Crow Medicine Show, Norah Jones, Bette Midler, and Miranda Lambert.

As a special feature of the evening, Oh Boy Records announced that John Prine released an album of original music in the

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The 24th annual Summit County Parade of Homes will continue this weekend but the Summit Builders Association has already handed out this year’s awards. 

Like usual, single-family homes were divided into several different categories based square feet, then judged on eight different factors that include best exterior design and elevation, best kitchen, best master bedroom, best interior finish, best interior furnishings, best landscaping and outdoor living space, best builder concept and workmanship, and best overall home. 

Per the Summit Daily News, here are a few highlights: 

173 Campion Trail, Breckenridge won all criteria for Category 1, which included a home under 4,000 square feet. 

Category 3 included homes between 5,000 and 6,000 square

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Buying new construction has obvious advantages that certainly make it an appealing option for any home buyer in the market to consider. Being able to customize your home the way you want it before moving in is arguably the biggest upside, and there’s also something to be said for not having to worry about upgrades, updates, or maintenance for at least the foreseeable short-term.

Like anywhere, buying new construction often means paying a bit of a premium here in Summit County, but if you’re up for the added expense, here are just a few suggestions on where to start a new home search right now…

Summit Sky Ranch

The Summit Sky Ranch community is one of Silverthorne’s newest, not to mention one of the more impressive you’ll find anywhere in Summit

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Still on the Hill, Craft Spirits Festival

October 19-21, 2018
Riverwalk Center & Various Locations Throughout Breckenridge, Colorado

Still on the Hill, Breckenridge’s Craft Spirits Festival, is back for the 9th installment of this fall festival. The antithesis of a stuffy wine festival, Still on the Hill offers ample opportunities to fine-tune your spirits tasting abilities, along with a Historic Saloon Walking Tour, Scavenger Hunt & Bar Mix-Off, spirited cooking class, Preston Ghost Town & Gold Mine Tour, and of course the festival favorite: the Bloody Sunday Hangover Brunch.

Admission to the Grand Tasting is $45 i(n advance), granting you premier craft spirits tasting of over 40 distillers ranging from local to national brands, delicious

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Though the end of July, residential closings throughout Summit County are still slightly below 2017’s pace, according to the latest statistics from Summit Association of Realtors. Last month, 178 residential closings were recorded in Summit County, brining 2018’s year-to-date total to 913. 

To this point, the 913 closings still represent about a 4% decline compared to the first seven months in 2017. 

The overall dollar volume of $691 million is up from last year, however, thanks to a rather robust July. According to the data, July’s residential volume totaled a whopping $147 million, and 41 of the 178 closings were luxury properties listed at $1 million or above. That represents the highest number of luxury properties closed in a single month in

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Buying a home can be a fun yet stressful experience for a variety of reasons. Decisions regarding where to buy, what to buy, and how much you’ll want to spend will all have to be made along the way, and that’s really just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to navigating the whole home buying process.

Choosing when to buy is also something you’ll want consider as a prospective home buyer, which is often an overlooked part of the equation. 

By now, it’s fairly well-documented that spring and early summer tend to be among the busiest times of the year for just about every housing market across the country. But did you know that some statistics revealed fall could actually be the best time to get a great deal on a new home?

According to market

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