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The summer got off to a late start after lots of spring snow. Summer temperatures never climbed to their usual heights, which we all know are never scorching.  More rain than usual has kept Colorado exceedingly green and made recreating a little wetter. In spite of all this, real estate sales volume stayed relatively consistent. Compared to last year’s total number of transactions, 2014 is down a couple of percentage points in Breckenridge and up 3% over the entire county. This small change suggests some buyers didn’t get the ski-town home they were seeking and that winter season sales could be better than normal.


Breckenridge Associates compiles Summit County market data every month with the help of a local statistician and the MLS data.  Whether…

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Fall has officially arrived. The days are cooler and the nights are getting cold. Winter is knocking at the door. Last month, the high peaks received the first dusting of snow. Now is a great time of year to make Breckenridge a place where you can start creating family memories this ski season. Here are the Top 5 real estate deals for October 2014.

Sundowner Condo #C-105
This two bedroom Sundowner condo has been completely updated with new kitchen cabinets, counter tops, appliances, wood flooring, and a beautiful fireplace. Enjoy the premier location on the south side of 4 O'clock Rd just across the street from the ski run. Walk to the lifts, walk back from the trail and walk to everything in downtown Breckenridge. This first floor corner unit is…

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Snow has already made an appearance and the snow guns have already been turned on.  If you are trying to decide where you want to ski this season and which ski passes to buy for the 2014-2015, we've made it a little easier by doing the homework for you. We've compiled each of our local resorts' pass options for the season ahead. The countdown is on to opening day with targeted dates set for mid-October and early November.

Here's all the pass information you need for Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Copper Mountain, Loveland, Vail and Beaver Creek.

Vail Resorts (Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin - in Colorado) and (Park City, Heavenly, Kirkwood, Northstar, Canyons, Afton Alps, Mt. Brighton)

Summit Value Pass
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The summer nights are starting to get much cooler as the fall season in Breckenridge starts to show its face. The Top 5 properties featured for September are great opportunities to turn into your perfect mountain home so you can come and enjoy the fall foliage. Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Real Estate Deals for September 2014.

246 Broken Lance Drive
Asgard Haus Condo #802
Oversized studio with a lot of extra storage, nice views and an outstanding location! Enjoy the flexible floor plan that helps this condo live large. Relax on the nice deck. The large kitchen, bath and closet have been recently updated. A Murphy bed and fireplace all lend to a very homey feel. Garage parking is available on a first come, first serve basis.…

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The seasons are changing.  The warm days and nights are starting to be much cooler.  The signs of fall are starting to make their appearance and there are spots of gold to be found on the mountainside.  We are looking forward to the beautiful fall foliage, fall hikes and fall events.  So whether you are coming to the mountains to take in the fall colors, drinking at Breckenridge Oktoberfest, or taking a look at the Parade of Homes, you will want to spend time in Breckenridge this fall.  Make sure that you can escape to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.  

Breckenridge Fall Foliage

If you decide you would like to take an afternoon drive to look at the beautiful “Colorado Gold", September is a great time.  The aspen leaves will start to turn gold and…

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Summer is quickly flying by.  The days are starting to get shorter and school will be starting again soon.  The July statistics are starting to tickle in and the performance of the real estate market is maintaining when compared to the same time as 2013.    

Year to date, the Breckenridge residential real estate market has seen an almost one percent increase in the total number of properties sold, 312 properties sold, compared to 2013, when 309 properties sold.  Overall, July 2014 slightly outperformed July 2013, with 51 residential properties selling versus 45 residential properties selling, respectively.  Last month, 20 single family homes, 7 duplex homes, 15 condos and 6 townhomes sold.    Only the condo market saw a slight decline in the number of…

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The summer season is in full swing with plenty of activities happening all the time.  The July 4th holiday might have been the busiest in years and the hustle and bustle of visitors can be seen all the time.   There are still great events planned heading into the fall.  Don’t miss out on the USA Pro Cycling Challenge, Oktoberfest, and so much more!

The Top 5 properties featured for August would be wonderful mountain getaways for your family and friends.  Our summer real estate season seems to be maintaining compared to the same time in 2013.  There is still a little bit of summer left, so don’t let the time slip away.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Real Estate Deals for August 2014.

110 CALLE DE PLATA
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Where Germany meets the Breckenridge mountains- that is where you will find the best Oktoberfest in the Colorado High Country.  Breckenridge’s 20th annual Oktoberfest is returning again this year, September 12-14, 2014.  It will be a fun-fill weekend, so mark your calendars and get your travel plans arranged.   Main Street will be transformed into a mini Germany. 

The party officially starts on Friday, September 12th, 2014.  From 2-6 p.m., come out and enjoy an evening filled with German food, Polka music, Bavarian dancers, and a street party that you don’t want to miss.  The party will continue throughout the weekend, picking up again at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday morning.  There will be more than 24 food vendors serving up traditional German…

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