What’s a Square Foot Worth in Downtown Boulder? | 337 Arapahoe #201 [Notable Sales]
337 Arapahoe Ave #201 | $1.15 M Built in the 80's, the Shadow Creek development is nestled against Boulder Creek on the west side of downtown Boulder. The buildings have stood the test of time quite well, with a few obvious signs of deferred maintenance. The primary value driver is the location; it's an easy walk to downtown shops and restaurants, the park, or the creek path. The City Club is just down the street and you can be sipping cocktails with friends on Corrida's spectacular rooftop in minutes. While nearby Eben G. Fine Park is popular with transients and the [...]
She Loves Me, She Loves Me Not | 531 Maxwell Avenue [Notable Sales]
Sometimes, people fall in love only to discover that their relationship isn't what they thought it would be. Perhaps their partner didn't have potential. Maybe they were simply too high maintenance. Either way, getting out comes at a price. Happy Valentines Day, Boulder! No, we're not talking about your old girlfriend or boyfriend. We're talking about Boulder real estate. In this recent sale, a mid century home in Boulder has sold multiple times in recent years. Buyer after buyer fell in love, only to dump their partner a short time later. What happened? 531 Maxwell Ave| $1.53M | Pics and Details It's a tasteful [...]
Cheap Flips vs. Value Investments [Notable Sales]
Over 70 listings hit the market this week in Boulder; from entry level ranches to luxury mountain homes. Want to see which fresh listings we recommend viewing? Subscribe. Our review of the latest fresh listings will be published later today (via email). This post is about recently sold homes in Boulder. Notable sales can help you better understand the Boulder real estate market and think through buying and selling decisions. Sitting in an armchair reading this post is not the same as seeing property with a House Einstein Realtor (read: Why Us?), but this should at least give you a taste of [...]
Well, It’s About Time [Boulder Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em HOT]
--- by Osman Parvez The latest batch of Fresh Listings and Notable Sales are out the door. This week's post includes a detailed analysis of real estate market conditions in Boulder and a close look at the following properties: 2211 6th Street 621 Pleasant Street 1822 Quince Avenue 889 14th Street 2235 Vassar Drive 419 16th Street 1946 Beacon Court 2800 Shadow Creek Drive #304 Want the details? You've got to SUBSCRIBE. Note: After you've completed the subscription form, we'll start sending you fresh listings automatically. --------- Ready to buy or sell? Schedule an appointment or call 303.746.6896. You can also [...]
Fresh Listings and Notable Sales
Dear Readers, Our goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Since 2005, we have provided detailed analysis on the Boulder Real Estate market. Over 2,000 posts have been published and shared. No happy talk, no hand waving - just detailed information and thoughtful commentary. Our efforts have been well received. We're deeply grateful for the support and the hundreds of clients who initially found us through this blog. We have immense gratitude and deeply appreciate your trust. In recent years, we went beyond data analysis and added weekly posts featuring new listings worth seeing (Fresh listings) and [...]
Could Your Cat Ruin Your Listing? [Boulder Notable Sales]
In this week's notable sales, I review recent sales in several Boulder neighborhoods including Table Mesa, Carolyn Heights, Keewaydin, and Eldorado Springs. The purpose of these posts is to help educate you on market conditions and tell you a little about the stories behind the listings. Here's a little video intro: For private showings and discussion of market conditions, valuation, and negotiation strategy, call Osman at 303.746.6896. My goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Sold Listings of Note 2140 Linden Ave | $2.5M | Pics and Details Why would a buyer pay $2.5M for a large [...]
Home Runs and Hobby Farms [Boulder Notable Sales]
As Babe Ruth once said, "Don't let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game." So swing batter, swing because this week we cover five notable sales, including a highly profitable spec home built on the bones of a basic ranch and a hobby farm that tested the market (and failed). Buy your peanuts and cracker jacks, we're taking you out to the ball game! For private showings and discussion of market conditions, valuation, and negotiation strategy, call Osman at 303.746.6896. My goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Sold Listings of Note 1250 Albion [...]
Reading Tea Leaves [Boulder Sales of Note]
NOTE: This week, Sales of Note launches as a series on its own instead of being a section in our weekly review of new listings. I'll run this as an experiment for a few months and see how it pans out. What makes for a notable sale? In short, notable sales are properties that are representative of a property type, price range, location, or are simply unique enough to justify the spotlight. Sometimes we have inside knowledge of a deal, which justifies its inclusion. Other times we're market observers, staring into the tea leaves and telling the story. Ready? It's [...]
Architectural Stunners and Mountain Dream Homes [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Organic architecture creates harmony between living spaces and the natural world around it. Designers utilize large portals to the outdoors with an orientation to views or geologic features, plus other elements inspired by natural forms. Some designs have been more enduring than others. This week, several homes with outstanding design features made the list. These include a Steve Dodd home in exclusive Lake of the Pines and a stunning mid-century Tician Papachristou off Lee Hill Rd. Note: It's spring break for BVSD. Many potential buyers are out of town, which is why this week is normally a slow one for Boulder [...]
It’s the Most Wonderful Time [Boulder – Fresh Listings]
December is the slowest time of year in Boulder real estate. Does that sound bad? Well, it's also when we have negotiated some of the best deals for our clients. As we've previously discussed and our analysis clearly supports (check out our Insta), the market is tapping the brakes. Accordingly, we've tightened our selection criteria, only focusing on listings that truly stand out. Only three new listings made the cut this week. Ready to see some houses? Let's go. Remember: For a private showing and a data driven discussion of valuation, negotiation strategy, and market conditions, call Osman at 303.746.6896. Our goal [...]
Niwot Unicorns and Historic Charmers [Boulder – Fresh Listings]
One of our buyers called us this week because she wasn't receiving new listing alerts. Nope, there wasn't anything wrong with our search setup; it's normal for this time of year. The Boulder real estate market is seasonal and December is normally a very slow month. Only motivated sellers list between Thanksgiving and New Years, which is why smart buyers don't wait until January to begin their search. Sometimes you can find a remarkable deal. So.. If you're thinking about buying a new home, get started early. And if you're considering listing your home for sale next year, interview Realtors [...]
Autumn Beauties and Bargains [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
It's late in the cycle and the end of the '18 real estate season in Boulder. House Einstein is getting more selective. This week only six new properties made our list of homes worth seeing. We also discuss three recent sales, plus there's a rare fire sale in Table Mesa. Ready to see what's new on the market? Let's go. Remember: For a private showing and a data driven discussion of valuation, negotiation strategy, and market conditions, call Osman at 303.746.6896. Our goal is to help you make a smarter real estate decision. Sold Listings of Note 3370 4th St [...]
Winter is Coming [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
Break out your sweaters. Year after year, the run-up to Thanksgiving is when we see the most motivated, reasonably priced listings hit the local real estate market. This year is no exception. Last week's Denver Post click-bait article about an algorithm predicting a market crash seems to have scared a bunch of people into listing their homes. Is it the start of the correction or the usual Autumn slow-down? Remember: human psychology drives markets in the short-term. Fundamentals rule the long-term. The market is showing some signs of cooling, even though appreciation rates maintained upward momentum through the third quarter [...]
Fall is in the Air [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
And we're back... The autumn real estate market in Boulder is typically slow, especially during the months of September and early October. Fewer buyers shopping means it can be a great time to find a bargain in the rough. Meanwhile, if you're a seller who blew the summer real estate season, I've got some tough talk for you: Take any offer you receive seriously. It's not uncommon for buyers to seek substantial discounts, especially if your property has been on the market for months. A low offer doesn't automatically mean you should capitulate, but you should think long and hard about [...]
Do You Value Money or Time? [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
"Do you value the money or your time?" That's what my old boss used to say at listing appointments when a seller was being unrealistic. Accurate property pricing is one of the most critical aspects of an effective marketing strategy. For luxury property, even if you price it right, you may still have to wait for the right buyer to come along. Price it wrong and you'll be faced with the negative emotional impact of price reductions, and likely end up lower than you would if you priced it right to start. This week, both of our notable sales were [...]
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