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For many years, Breckenridge Associates Real Estate has been a proud sponsor of the National Repertory Orchestra and their commitment to the performing arts. We were honored to host the National Repertory Orchestra Porch Series this past summer and look forward continuing to share the culture of our Breckenridge community with those around us.

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Summer is in full swing and Breckenridge is proving to be a great place to escape to. Here are Breckenridge Associates Monthly Top 5 Picks for July. This month highlights properties in all locations and all price ranges.

Sundance Lodge
Great afforable Condo. Last chance to buy a small inexpensive condo! This unit at Sundance Lodge is immaculate, top to bottom. It is being sold furnished and is ready for you to move in right now! Enjoy the convenient ground floor unit that has plenty of on-site parking. This one bedroom, one bathroom, 464 sq ft condo is located in central Summit County. Very convenient to Dillon, Silverthorne, and all Summit County Ski Resorts. Only a fifteen minute drive to all major ski areas- Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper and…

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With the first half of 2014 coming to an end, the real estate sales in Breckenridge and throughout Summit County have remained stable compared to the same time as 2013.   Overall, the Breckenridge Residential real estate market is slightly behind last year, down 1.52 percent.  The Summit County Residential real estate market is not even a full percentage point below 2013 sales.

Even though residential sales have remained stable in 2014, the number of active listings continues to dramatically decrease.  At the beginning of July 2011, there were 749 active listings compared to the same time in 2014, with only 511 active listings.  Showing totals for the month of June were up about 9 percent.

Breckenridge Associates Real Estate's office is…

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The Source 2014 E-Magazine is available online today! Check out hundreds of local Breckenridge, Summit and Park County, Colorado listings in the largest real estate listing guide around. Let the "Home Town Team" go to work for you to help you find your next perfect mountain property.

Stop by our Main Street, Breckenridge office, 229 S. Main Street, to take home a printed magazine anytime.

 

 

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Breckenridge is a host city again for the annual return of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge.  For seven days, the world's top cyclists with ride through majestic Rockies, reaching extreme elevations and enduring the mountain passes.  In its fourth year, the USA Pro Cycling Challenging is one of the largest cycling events in U.S. history and will have some of the best professional cyclists competing.  This race is amazing and you don't want to miss it!  If you plan on joining in on the fun, make your plans early because this is one of the largest spectator event that takes place.

From August 18th-24th, cyclists will be taking on the challenge of riding through the Colorado Mountains.  This year, Breckenridge will be hosting the Stage 5 Finish of the USA…

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Summertime is starting to make an appearance.  The snow is melting away and the river is running high.  Escape the Front Range high temperatures and spend some time in the high country during the summer months.  Enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing.   The mountains come alive with wildlife and wild flowers.  Here are the Top 5 real estate deals in Breckenridge for June 2014.

Pinemark Townhome
Pinemark Townhome a 3 bedroom, 3 level townhome in Warriors Mark.  This home is over 1,600 square feet and the kitchen has been updated with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.  The home is on the bus route, Breck Free Ride, and is within walking distance to everything in Breckenridge.  Great full time residence, vacation home or rental…

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The Breckenridge residential market is remaining stable as the summer buying season begins.  At the end of May 2014, residential sales are outperforming the same period in 2013 by 5.19 percent. Currently, the number of active listings is significantly lower than in past years.  Heading into the summer buying and selling season, Sellers will be seeing less competition, increasing their chances to get a better sales price.  Buyers will have less inventory, so getting all the bells and whistles, for the price they are willing to spend, may be more difficult.  Showings were down significantly, 21.37 percent, year-to-date, through the end of May. 

Following was the sales activity for May 2014 compared to May 2013.

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Join us this summer for the National Repertory Orchestra Porch Series Concerts on Thursday afternoons. Enjoy music featuring the Nation Reporetory Orchestra ensemble on the porch of our historic brick house on Main Street. We are located at 229 South Main Street, Breckenridge between Starbucks and Bubba Gumps and look forward to seeing you there!

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We've compiled a list of 4th of July events taking place around Summit County for the day. Hope you can join in the fun of this special celebration in the mountains.

BRECKENRIDGE

Independence Day 10K Trail Run, 7 am
Kickoff the July 4th weekend with this favorite event.  This scenic 10k trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area, while finishing at Carter Park, just in time to catch the Main Street parade and other festivities.  The race is limited to 350 participants, so register early.  Register at www.townofbreckenridge.com or call 970.453.1734.

The Firecracker 50 Mountain Bike Race, 9:30 am
The race is on!  Kickoff the 4th of July Parade with the annual Firecracker 50 Mountain Bike Race. Come cheer on riders as…

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According to a recent study completed by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation in Seattle, they ranked top areas throughout the United States for the highest life expectancy.  Summit County is one out of five counties in Colorado with the highest life expectancy.  The county ranked ninth overall in the longest lift expectancy for men.

A lot of life expectancy is contributed to lifestyle.  The lifestyle in the Colorado High Country is filled with hiking, biking, skiing, and outdoor recreation.  Here, we tend to do more activities than in other places around the country.  The high country is home to two National Forests and seven National Wilderness areas.  There is not a shortage of places to escape to take in the beauty of nature.   According…

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