Breckenridge Real Estate Blog

It has been often repeated that 2017 was a once-in-a-generation sellers market in Summit County. That said, summer of 2018 continues the trend toward a healthy real estate market here in the high country. While July 2018 showed stronger numbers than July 2017 regarding number of sales, there was a 6.12% softening in sales year-to-date. Considering the record low number of available listings and the slight uptick in mortgage rates, that decline is slight and, on the whole, results indicate a strong market.

Seventy-two percent of all buyers in July of 2018 came from within Colorado, and only 1% of Summit County buyers are internationals. Interestingly, in Breckenridge this July, single family, duplex and condo sales all outpaced the July 2017 numbers,

Summit County is surrounded by open space and trails. From Forest Service, Wilderness areas, Bureau of Land Management lands and county and local facilities, there are close to 300 miles of natural surface trails and 55 miles of county bike paths. In fact, three-quarters of county land is federally managed as National Forest. 

All that land comes with amazing recreational opportunities and fuels an outdoor industry economic engine. But that’s not the only fuel that thousands of acres of trees provide. Yes, where there are trees there can be fire. (See our page on wildfire protection) In fact, lodge pole pines are prevalent in Summit County and count on fire as part of their regenerative cycle.  So how can you best prepare when living nestled

Summer in the high country can be shockingly short, and astoundingly beautiful. The abbreviated period of summer helps to concentrate all our high country warm weather fun seeking and forces us to focus as not to waste a precious moment. Summer at 9,000 feet means few insects, crisp mornings and cool evenings and bright, dry sunny days with the bluest skies you’ve ever seen. Here are some tips to help you wrestle every last drop out of summer at altitude.

If you’ve been thinking about climbing a peak, but haven’t done it yet- get out there now! Trails are dry and snow will start falling up high again soon. Be sure to get an early start to avoid the monsoon weather that typically shows up in the afternoon. Check with a local outdoor shop for trail,

859 BUSCH RUN, FAIRPLAY

360 degree views plus acreage! This Mountain Contemporary custom designed 4 bedroom, 3 bath home sits on nearly 12 acres and has views of 39 mountains - even Pikes Peak! Features include multiple decks with all day sun, 2 wood-burning stoves, 1 gas fireplace, passive solar design, exercise room, handicap access, and an over-sized 2-car garage with workshop. Use the finished lower level as a 2 bedroom guest suite or 2nd living space. 30 minutes to Breckenridge. Check out the drone video!

$575,000     MLS# S1009623

Subdivision: Fairplay

186 SPRING BEAUTY DRIVE, SILVERTHORNE

This custom log home was built by a family contractor and been in the family for 26 years. Views of Buffalo and Lake Dillon.

The Source Magazine is your go-to real estate information guide for Summit and Park Counties, provided by the expert team at Breckenridge Associates Real Estate. The Source will provide you with a snapshot of our current real estate listings and the real estate market in the area.

Is the hustle and bustle of summer getting to you? Then it is time to escape to Breckenridge and Summit County! Come enjoy the warm summer days and cooler nights. The wildlife and wildflowers are abundant. The rivers are running high and hiking and biking is magnificent. Summer is what keeps us here in the high country!

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

303 Main Street
This 1900’s Victorian home is charming, welcoming and has enough space for the entire family. Steps from the gondola for skiing and centrally located in the heart of Breckenridge just minutes from dining, the arts district and shopping. This home is finished in the genre of the mining era complete with a cozy front porch, a private hot tub

Since the beginning of Ski Bum Time™, which roughly corresponds with the advent of the annual Warren Miller ski movies in 1950, there have been summer high country festivals designed to keep the winter stoke flowing. It’s just not possible to have that much fun in winter and not channel it into something great for those snowless months. Our event calendar list the current ones.

And there is so much to fest about. Music, art, wine, food, biking, even suffering. Suffering? Yes, Breckenridge even hosts a Spartan Race on August 18 and 19th for those who are serious about testing the limits of human endurance. This multi-sport strength and endurance race gathers thousands of racers and their supporters, spectators and the gang of people it takes to create,

Unlike winter, which is all about business (if you mean skiing, snowboarding, Nordic skiing, skinning, fat biking…) summer is all about play in the high country. And high country play is play that you want to take seriously. So now that we’ve got that settled- what are we playing at 9000+ feet?

Let’s start with golf, since the altitude’s effect here is almost 100% in the pure benefit department. Unless your first connected drive ever happened above 9000 feet, you should immediately notice the 20% or so of additional yardage that this altitude unlocks. Less resistance equals more distance equals hero golfers equals fun. Get out there and crush some drives, folks.

So if the “less resistance equals more distance” can also be read as “lack of air”

500 S PARK AVENUE S #305, BRECKENRIDGE

Beautiful Breckenridge penthouse! This stunning, top floor, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom unit has views from every window and panoramic Ski Area views from the living room, deck and private hot tub. Located in the heart of downtown Breckenridge with restaurants, shopping, and entertainment at your doorstep! Unique layout is the largest floorplan and only 3 bed configuration in the building. Quicksilver Lift directly across the street allows superb access to slopes. Underground parking. Your kids/grand kids and YOU will love this place!

$1,200,000 MLS# S1008939

Subdivision: Park Avenue Lofts

76 LODGEPOLE CIRCLE, BRECKENRIDGE

This duplex is minutes to town and skiing. Listed at an excellent

Have the summer itch? We do too! The days are much warmer and the snow is melting quickly. We have pulled out the mountain bikes and hiking boots to start enjoying the season that keeps us in Breckenridge … summer! Take a look at our hot real estate deals and start enjoying a high country summer.  Reviewing our top 5, you'll see it is never the wrong season to buy a ski-in/ski out home, or your mountain get away. These days, properties aren’t on the market for long.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 deals.

Park Avenue Loft, Unit 305
Your penthouse awaits! This stunning, top floor, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo has views from every window and panoramic Ski Area views from the living room, deck and private hot tub. Located in the