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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals | June 2021

June in the mountains starts out a bit quiet, like a lazy Sunday morning. By the end of the month, summer energy will begin to peak along with the wildflowers and warm afternoons. We will see activities and business return to the level we were familiar with in years past, maybe with a few tweaks. Visitorship will likely be higher than ever! If you plan to be in town, please stop in at our historic office in the heart of downtown Breckenridge just to say hello or take a look at one of these incredible homes or others we currently have on the market.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals for June 2021.

284 Davis Court
Come home to this charming 3 bedroom/3 bath featuring a spacious 3-car garage backing to the National Forest…

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Breckenridge Dining Guide

updated March 3, 2022

Restaurants are open and ready to serve you! Enjoy great food and a lively atmosphere at one of Breckenridge’s many restaurants and bars. Whether it’s a celebration, a casual get-together with friends, or grabbing a quick bite and beer after a skiing the mountain, a bike ride or quick hike, you’re sure to find your favorite spot to eat and drink.

The BRECKENRIDGE DINING GUIDE (click to open) provides easy viewing online or can be downloaded and printed, to help you discover all the food and drink options in Breckenridge. Listed alphabetically, this list gives you each Restaurants name, type of cuisine and libations, location, phone number, address and website as well as price, delivery and takeout options.   Go directly to…

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Summit County River Recreation Guide

Summit County is home to the highest chairlift in North America as well as the highest deep-water marina in the world. Summit County also has some of the highest rivers in Colorado. Three of the stunning rivers that flow through the high country of Summit County, the Blue River, the Snake River and the Swan River, offer residents and visitors some of the very best recreational opportunities for summer in the high country.

THE BLUE RIVER: The longest river in the county, running a distance of 65 miles, it originates near Quandary Peak in the Ten Mile Range and spills into the Dillon Reservoir just east of Frisco, resuming its northward run through Silverthorne and eventually joining the Colorado River in Kremmling.

Buried under tons of dredge rock…

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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals | May 2021

May is historically the quietest time of the year in Breckenridge, but with visitor demand on the rise since last summer, we are all waiting to see if “shoulder season” is a thing of times past. Snow or mud, restaurants open or closed, the beauty of our mountains remains the same. If you’re planning to be in Summit County this May and get a jump on summer sales, start by taking a look at these five incredible properties available now to make your mountain dreams come true.

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals for May 2021:

66 Green Jay Lane
A home like you've never seen before! This stunning Mathison new construction was completed in 2020 and sits on 5+ acres with unobstructed views of the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Just 10…

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Statistics 1st Quarter 2021 vs 2020

Real estate may seem to be all about numbers, but Breckenridge Associates realizes people are the number one ingredient in our business. However, to work strategically for our clients and remain at the top of our local market, keeping a close eye on numbers is an important component of how we work for you. To give you a picture of the market as well, we always share the quarterly statistics produced by the Summit County MLS.

1st Quarter 2021 vs 2020:

• In Breckenridge, the number of residential properties sold is up 23% (150 versus 122).
• In Summit County, the number of residential properties sold is up 48% (494 versus 334).
• Breckenridge Associates Real Estate sales are up 44% (46 properties in the first quarter of 2021 versus 32 in the first…

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2021-2022 Epic Pass Prices Reduced by 20%!

The past two ski seasons haven’t been perfect with the abrupt closure last year and the below-average snowfall this season, but you have to admit that even an imperfect ski season is still a good ski season in Summit County. Even better is a big cost savings for next year. Listen up, Epic Pass skiers and riders! 

Many of us stopped in our powder tracks when hearing the Vail Resorts broadcast teaser stating “This Changes Everything.” Speculation was rampant on social media with comical guesses ranging from black light night skiing to lifetime bans for anyone who causes the lift to stop. Vail Resorts left us all sitting on the edge of the chairlift for a few weeks before finally breaking the good news. The 2021-2022 Epic Pass prices have been slashed by…

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The Towns of Summit County

Whether you are a local, a second homeowner or a visitor to our area, it’s likely you have a favorite part of Summit County that you revisit again and again. Take some time in the warmer days and months ahead to explore the hidden gems and landmarks all over the county, including our largest towns of Breckenridge, Frisco, Silverthorne and Dillon. Maybe you’ll discover a new favorite spot you didn’t know was there.  

Each town has its own spin on modern mountain culture, western mining history or a mix of both. Each has unique perks. What they all have in common is the striking backdrop of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, featuring the Ten Mile Range to the south and the Gore Range to the north and a variety of outlets for both locals and visitors…

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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals | April 2021

Winter fans are hoping April showers will bring more powder while summer lovers are longing for warmer days. Summit County is such an amazing place that April often caters to both with opportunities for skiing or biking on the same day. As shown with the five new listings below, not everyone is waiting for summer to sell their home. Get a jump start on your mountain home ownership dreams and take a look at what is available right now- these won’t last long!

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals for April 2021:

 
622 Blue River Road - Pending
A beautifully and thoughtfully updated home at the end of the street on two lots, backing up to National Forest land!  This home has a large master suite addition with vaulted ceilings as…

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Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals | March 2021

March brings us days that continue to get brighter and longer. Spring Break festivities may be on hold this year, but no doubt we’re all celebrating each new snowfall and the opportunity to ride the spinning lifts at all Summit County ski resorts. Buyer demand is expected to increase even more in the coming summer months so today is a great time to seize one of the unique real estate opportunities on the market right now!

Here are Breckenridge Associates Real Estate Top 5 Deals for March 2021:

19 Cucumber Road #12
This end unit in the prestigious Shock Hill townhome is within the only Breckenridge neighborhood with exclusive access to the Breck Connect Gondola as well as hiking and cross-country ski trails. Completely remodeled and nicely…

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Style and Function for Your Home Office

Is the work-from-home phenomena here to stay? Whether your home office is temporary, evolving to flex or permanently remote, you need a space that fosters successful job performance. Rather than a physical transport to the office, the home office requires a mindset shift from sanctuary to productivity.

Where to put the home office? An extra living area, spare bedroom or loft are obvious choices, but if square footage is limited, put any extra space to work- a closet, nook, laundry room, or maybe just one wall. Take advantage of allotted wall space with a hanging organizer, sconce lighting, work boards or floating shelves. If space allows, check with your tax professional to find out about possible tax deductions for rooms that are solely dedicated to…

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