Breckenridge Real Estate Blog

Ullr Fest

Date: January 9 - 12, 2019
Various events located throughout the Town of Breckenridge

Starting at the roots of post-mining day Breckenridge, Ullr Fest has been in practice for over 55 years to honor the Norse God of Snow. Whether you check the box of the over 21 crowd or have a gaggle of children, Ullr Fest provides snow-infused parties and activities for all ages.

Top Picks for Ullr 2019

Break the world’s longest shot ski record at Ullr Shot Ski
Thursday, 4pm
Hosted by Breckenridge Distillery, the masses with gather down Breckenridge’s lengthy Main Street in hopes of, yet again, breaking the current World Record for the longest Shot Ski. $10 to help Breck nab the record and of course you must be 21 to enter.  

Ullr Parade &

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The Thanksgiving holiday has come and gone, Christmas is right around the corner, and New Year’s Eve will no doubt be here before we know it. Yep—the holiday season is definitely in full swing right now and there’s no time like the present to plan ahead and make this year’s celebration the best yet. 

If you didn’t already know, Breckenridge is easily the best place to be of anywhere in the Colorado Rockies on New Year’s Eve. From its beautiful mountain scenery to its overall friendly and laid-back atmosphere, there’s truly nothing like ringing in the new year among friends right here America’s top ski town. This year, lots of fun events and festivities are in store for the last day of 2018, starting with the following: 

Torchlight Parage - 6:00

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There’s no better place to be this time of year than right here in Breckenridge, which of course is why the vacation condo market here continues to be so robust. But as you might imagine, condos in Breckenridge can often be quite pricey, unless you start your search at several of the locations listed below that regularly feature units on the market for under $600,000.

Liftside

It’s possible to find some incredible options in ski in/ski out condos in Liftside. The location also puts you within just steps of area shopping. Right now a cozy studio unit easily falls under this price point, allowing you to spend your spare time out on the slopes.

Riverbend Lodge

Riverbend Lodge also offers the advantage of a ski in/ski out location, just a few

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If you’re looking for that perfect seasonal condo here in ski heaven but don’t necessarily want to pay the Breckenridge premium, Keystone is a wonderful place to consider that offers plenty of outdoor recreational amenities of its own. And with Breckenridge also being just a quick 17 mile drive away, you’ll never be far from anything either town has to offer. So if you're open to buying in nearby Keystone, here are just several condo options that may be a great fit for a variety of different reasons...

Keystone Gulch

Backing up to trails and wooded terrain, Keystone Gulch presents a fantastic setting for a winter wonderland in the Keystone area. This relatively small condo complex offers many units containing wood burning fireplaces for a more cozy

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Known throughout Summit County as one of Breckenridge’s most reputable snowboard and bike rental shops, Mountain Wave will be celebrating their 26th year in business. Their sister shop, Blue River Sports, will be celebrating their 37th year in business where they offer high quality ski rentals in Breckenridge. Mountain Wave and its owner John George are this month’s Uniquely Breckenridge feature.

Like so many others, John George came to Breckenridge 35 years ago from Missouri to enjoy all that the mountains have to offer. After high school John entered the Marine Corps and was a drill sergeant for two years before completing his college education and heading to the mountains. An avid skier, snowboarder, and mountain biker John worked at Blue River

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Lighting of Breckenridge and Race of the Santas

Date: December 8, 2018
Main Street & Blue River Plaza

Head down to Main Street to see the magical transformation of Breckenridge into a glittering, festive, holiday scene. As a local’s favorite holiday-themed event, don't miss and, in fact, join in with the countless reindeers (kids under 12) and Santas as they cruise down Main Street signaling the kick-off to the holiday season.

Starting at 3pm with the Make Your Own Ornament, the afternoon quickly transforms as the dogs take to the street to show off their most inventive holiday costume, followed by the Reindeer Run at 4:20pm, and then the Race of the Santas at 4:30pm. 

Directly following the mob of Santas is the Lighting of Breckenridge.

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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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