Before I jump into real estate this week, let’s talk end of summer…..
While some students will be back in school next week, the majority of DPS students have one more week of summer break. If you need ideas for fun things to do before school starts, take a look at the tried and true suggestions in this article. There are exciting outdoor options but the Hammonds Candy factory, WOW! Children’s Museum, and The Denver Aquarium offer great indoor options to avoid the smoky air. Kick off the week at the Stanley Marketplace this Sunday 9:00am-10:00am where puppies from the Mile High Lab Mission will join a Vinyasa (flow) yoga class hosted by Vibe Wellness. Register for Yoga with Puppies here and check out the newly opened Vibe Wellness studio in this video tour.
Maybe you prefer to spend this week gearing up and preparing for the school year ahead. If you still have clothes, supplies, laptops or tablets to buy, this list of back-to-school sales and deals might be useful to you. Getting your child back into a routine and helping them prepare, mentally and emotionally, is really important. This article offers some great advice for doing just that.
In addition to establishing new routines for the kids, consider revising your routine as well. Find ways to get more sleep, reduce your stress and be more efficient. Maybe you’re tired of working from home or just need an excuse to shower and wear something other than sweat pants. Maybe you miss interacting with adults or you want to network with other professionals. Progress Coworking might be the change in routine you need this school year. Progress is located just 1 block east of the Stanley Marketplace and offers memberships for as little as $150/month. See more in this recent tour with Joe Phillips.
Ok, onto the real estate update…..
9 new listings hit the market this week ranging in price from $474,900 to $1,350,000. We’ve seen a shift in the market this month with fewer showings and some price reductions. It’s too soon to know if this shift will continue. August is traditionally a slower month as families prep for school and take trips before summer break comes to an end. As long as homes are properly prepped for sale (cleaned, staged, etc.) and reasonably priced, there are still buyers ready to pounce. At Focus Real Estate, we help clients get their homes market-ready so they sell quickly at a great price. Learn about our process here. If energy efficiency is important to you, don’t miss this single-family Thrive home in Willow Park East:
This 4 bed, 3.5 bath home has tall ceilings, large windows and mountain views. A spacious open-concept main level includes all the extras like a butler’s pantry and mud room. The primary bedroom with tray ceiling, 5-piece ensuite bath and walk-in closet, 2 secondary bedrooms with a shared bath, and the laundry can be found on the second level. The 4th bedroom and 3rd full bath are located in the finished basement which also features a large living area with custom wet bar; perfect for entertaining. A slider off the dining space leads to a private outdoor oasis. The patio transitions onto a deck with built-in firepit that overlooks the lawn and raised garden beds with drip lines. Open house Saturday, August 14th from 12 – 4 pm. Listed for $745,000 by Ashley Faller with Focus Real Estate.
12 properties went under contract this week. While the median number of days on market is 5, it’s worth noting that the average number of days on market has crept up to 12; further highlighting the fact that homes are still going…..if priced right. If a home is priced even a bit too high, it could sit on the market for a couple of weeks.
14 home sales between $223k and $1.06M closed this week; 5 north of I-70 and 9 south of I-70. Welcome to our new neighbors.
There are currently 26 active listings. Prices start at $474,900 and top out at $1.45M. There is a mix of townhomes, paired homes and detached single-family homes. There are some truly great properties available and 8 of them have reduced their prices since they were first listed. So, if you had your eye on a recent listing, but it was over your budget, perhaps it’s worth another look.
There are 4 homes listed as Coming Soon. So, if you don’t see anything currently on the market that suits your needs, perhaps one of these will fit the bill.
That’s it this week! If there’s a property you’d like to see, or you’d like a free valuation of your property, send me an email [email protected] or call/text me at 720-633-6282. Have a great weekend.
**Focus sells homes for a 2.0 % listing commission. Neighborhood experts, flexible commissions**
