A friend from the Bay Area recently visited Colorado for the first time. He was, of course, taken by the natural beauty and the healthy lifestyle, but was breathless about the real estate. Why didn't anyone tell me real estate was so affordable in Colorado? My brothers house is 1000 square feet larger than mine and cost 30% of what I paid! His perception of our market came down to not just to home sale pricing, but our low taxes and lifestyle. This is of course, coming from one of the most expensive markets in the world, but is a great glimpse into the mindset of our out-of-state buyers.

The average sales price of a single family home in Breckenridge through the end of September 2018 was $1,347,303.00 or $422.04 a square foot. The average sales price…

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Winter is knocking…and in a blink of an eye, the mountains are covered in snow. Now is a great time to start thinking about getting your slice of Breckenridge heaven. Deals can be found this time of year before the ski resorts open. Get settled into your mountain getaway as the snow starts falling.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals for October 2018.

264 Little Sallie Barber Trail
Paradise found! If extraordinary views, incredible hikes, abundant wildlife & unparalleled privacy are on your list of "must haves"...your family retreat awaits! Located in an exclusive gated community, this property is an entertainer's dream with a well-planned kitchen, large great room & soaring ceilings throughout. Keep all your toys in the big…

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With the cooler fall weather comes the changing of the leaves and tundra, cozy evenings cuddled up with the dogs, the start of our ski-specific workouts (so many squats!) and the appetite to match. Whether it's the weather or the squats, we know you are hungry, and the Breckenridge Restaurant Association is here to help -both you and the local organization Summit County Cares- through the sales of the Breckenridge Dining Passport. Summit County Cares includes the Summit Community Care Clinic, Summit FIRC, Advocates for Victims of Assault and Summit County Social Services- critical resources in our community.

For a mere $10 donation, the Breckenridge Dining Passport unlocks a variety of specials for two guests at many Breckenridge restaurants.…

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Think about your ski gear as the body and tires of your car, and the season pass or ticket as your driver’s license- that leaves your body as the engine and your motivation as the gasoline. Do you need a tune up?

Ski conditioning workouts help keep us out on the snow longer and stronger. From building strength, endurance, stamina, and creating stability in the body, a well-rounded conditioning program can help create longer days, seasons and lifetimes on snow. Local experts recommend a head-to-toe approach, including total body strength building, core work, stretching and aerobic workouts... And squats. Always the squats.

All our Summit County area recreation centers, gyms, and studios have resources to help you prepare for your season.

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