It comes as no surprise to most, as we reflect upon another summer real estate sales season, that the market up here was hot- and not just because at this altitude we are closer to the sun.

So what are the numbers to back up the armchair analysis that things really seemed to be moving?

The Land Title Company’s data, as compiled from the actual recorded transactions at the County Clerk and Recorder’s office, show this:

  • In 2017 vs 2016, the average single-family home sale price in Summit County was up 18%, and multi-family unit was up 12%.
  • The percentage change year to date change from 2017 as compared to 2016 shows a dollar volume increase of 41% and an 11% increase in volume.
  • The average sale price for all types of residential in all…

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While season pass pricing has pushed up past rock bottom pricing, season passes are a deal no matter how you slice it. With Epic Pass pricing starting at $419 for a four-day’er up to $859 for an unrestricted, unlimited Epic Pass with access to 15 resorts, it’s tough to go wrong. While Vail Resorts advertises the Epic Pass as up to 45% off lift ticket pricing, try this math on for size. Buy the Epic Local Pass for $639, ski just 150 days, and you’ll amortize that pass at UNDER FIVE BUCKS A DAY. We make no promises about how this may impact the rest of your life, but your quads, your goggle tan and your smile should all be cranked up to eleven.

Is this the year you catapult your skiing to the next level? Then this is the month to commit to the gym. Get…

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There are many moments at altitude that literally and figuratively take your breath away, but the changing of the aspen trees has to rate right up there with the best. So now that you’ve had a chance to recover from all your summer activities, it’s time to get back outside and experience the show. Hikes and rides in aspen groves should be at the very top of your list for fall in Summit County. Many travel experts list the Colorado high country amongst the best global bucket list leaf peeping options. So in other words, don’t miss it!

If you prefer to admire plants for the grapes, and then the wine, that they provide, be sure to plan to be in town for the Breckenridge Wine Classic. September 14-16th are the dates of this wine and food celebration.

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Cool crisp mountain air…shorter days…dusting of snow on the high mountain peaks. The seasons are rapidly changing. The aspen trees are starting to turn their vibrant yellow, orange, and red hues. Soon the mountains will beautiful waves of gold and orange. The winter ski season is just around the corner.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals.

191 Campion Trail
Build your dream home and walk downtown to celebrate! Just off Wellington Road and a short stroll to town. The free shuttle just across the street and it will whisk you to the gondola in two minutes. Great views of Peak 6 all the way through the jagged section of Peaks 3 and 2 to Buffalo Mountain. Private, quiet neighborhood, with only 12 lots on this exclusive…

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