How About Those Autumn Deals? [Analyze This]
--- by Osman Parvez Last month marked the beginning of bargain season. Are there still deals out there? Looking for our latest reviews for fresh listings? You'll need to subscribe. There's no charge, no annoying popup screen, and zero outside advertising. Just high quality, hyper local content. When you subscribe, you'll also have full access to the archives. Properties scored this week: 1602 Violet Ave 2232 Holyoke Dr 4775 McKinley Dr 2665 Sherwood Cir 766 Furrow Way Subscribe HERE. From writing the offer to sitting down at the closing table, most non-cash transactions take 30-45 days. In order for a [...]
Fourth Quarter Kickoff [Fresh Listings, Get ‘Em Hot]
--- by Osman Parvez Heads up. It's bargain season in Boulder real estate. The fourth quarter is a great time to look for diamonds in the rough. Sellers who list this time of year are extremely motivated. If a listing has been sitting stale for many months, sellers are much more receptive to a low offer. They're ready to get the deal done. Experienced agents know that to get the property sold this time of year, they have to be aggressive on pricing. Historically, my clients always get the best deals in the fourth quarter. Of course, there will those who [...]
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 [...]
Rare Locations and Trophy Estates [Boulder Fresh Listings]
IMPORTANT UPDATE 7/23/19: A listing agent complained to the MLS about our use of listing information and we were contacted with a request to remove the links. Given the traffic on this website, agents are usually thrilled we've independently decided to encourage buyers to consider their properties. Why would an agent act against the interests of their seller? If they didn't like the way we described their property, instead of whining to the MLS, why didn't they reach out to us to actually pitch us on their listing and invite us for a personal visit? This is why we can't have [...]
Who Wants a Zamboni? [Boulder Fresh Listings]
This week's fresh listings include drool worthy mountain estates, brand new spec homes, and adorable small-is-beautiful options. Remember, the market continues to cool. Prime locations and homes at the entry level are still seeing strong demand and bidding wars, but inventory is starting to pile up at the higher end. Careful property selection and disciplined negotiation are now critical to reducing risk of capital loss. Welcome to a buyer's market. Market update: Inventory was up 35% in the City of Boulder for houses last month, while sales slid 26.3% (YoY). Longmont fared better, with sales sliding only 7.5% and inventory increasing 12.4%. Remember, intelligent [...]
Farm Fantasies, Fairy Tales, and Bidding Wars [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Growing up in upstate New York, in a rural home with 40+ acres, I have a fondness for wide open spaces and the rough honesty of country living. The allure of acreage is strong but here in the west, soil and climate offer unique challenges. That doesn't stop buyers from coveting the the mountain homes, ranches, and farms that dot the landscape around Boulder. Many well heeled owners have invested in building dream homes in these places, but not every home is what it seems. This week, we highlight nine new listings that have just come on market in Boulder. [...]
A Vibrant City Summer [Denver – Fresh Listings]
--- by Sophie Kloor Happy official Summer! Despite the rain, inventory remains steady throughout Denver County. Buyers have a wider range of selection throughout various price points as we are seeing longer days on market and reduced competition across the board. That said, well priced and intelligently marketed properties are still moving quickly, but not as rapidly as previous years. As of last month, active detached Denver County inventory was up +8.8% from the previous year, while attached dwelling inventory was up a significant +23.1% from the previous year. Days on market was up +23.5% for detached properties year over year, and [...]
Summer Is Here – for Buyers [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Imagine living in a cinematic mountain retreat, with jaw dropping views, surrounded by acres and acres of privacy. You'll find it, as well as other worthy options in this week's fresh listings. It's now peak season. Nearly 200 listings hit the market last week in Boulder. Only 8 made the cut. Market update: Last month, inventory was up +31% YoY for detached single family houses and +29% for attached dwellings in the City of Boulder. In Boulder County, inventory was +19% for single family homes and +46% town homes and condos. When it comes to selection, this is the best year [...]
Live Like Royalty In Cherry Hills [Denver – Fresh Listings]
--- by Sophie Kloor Yesterday morning I had the joy of closing a deal with clients I met at an open house nearly two years ago. They went through a long journey of searching for the perfect home for their large and lovely family. Last September, they went under contract on a to be built new construction home in Longmont. It was recently completed, and yesterday we finally reached the finish line. Our closer and I chatted throughout the closing and she was pleasantly surprised to learn that I work all over Colorado. She expressed in detail how many agents she [...]
Choose Your Adventure [Boulder Fresh Listings]
The final push into the Boulder summer real estate market is about to kick off. This is peak season, people. Inventory will soon crescendo and buyers will become even more aggressive to lock down rare and desirable properties. For the next 4-6 weeks, at least. Yes, the market is also cooling so cautious and prudent target selection remains critical. For high-demand properties, just don't expect to be the only interested buyer. The key is knowing which ones are worth the bidding war and which ones you can safely let go. Just this morning, I helped potential buyers understand that the property [...]
Staying Hot with a Cooling Market [Boulder Fresh Listings]
At my Rotary meeting last week, another Realtor asked if I was starting to see my business slow down. I told him that the market was definitely cooler this spring but House Einstein was having a very busy season. Our best yet. Helping buyers and sellers understand local market conditions has always been a big part of our mission. If you ask a typical Realtor about market conditions, you'll likely hear more about their personal business activity rather than the market as a whole. Or you'll hear about market conditions for the entire County, not conditions for the city much [...]
Time to Smell The Flowers [Boulder Fresh Listings]
This week's fresh listings includes the rarest of the rare, one of the largest and most private estates on Sunset Blvd. In this post you'll also find good examples of improvable options throughout Boulder, everything from basic ranches to one of the oldest homes in the City. Inventory also continues to rise. For buyers, that means it's important to be more selective. Sellers should also be more judicious in utilizing professional marketing approaches and pricing ahead of the curve. Ready to go for a ride? Hop in, let's roll. Before we get started, a quick market note: Last month inventory [...]
A Rose By Any Other Name [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Here at House Einstein, our clients always come first. There was no Boulder fresh listings post last week. I was busy writing offers and negotiating contracts - three of them. In this week's post, we discuss notable sales at various price points in Boulder and new listings worth your time. No refreshed old listings, pretending to be new. No horrible locations. Just the best. Ready to see some houses? 176 listings hit the market in Boulder this week. Only 6 houses made the cut. Let's do this thing. For private showings and discussion of market conditions, valuation, and negotiation strategy, [...]
Winter Is NOT Coming [Boulder Fresh Listings]
Come on people, step away from HBO for a moment. We're in the SPRING market! There are over 1,500 listings on the market in Boulder County. Nearly two hundred more hit the market this week, alone. Can you read past the doctored listing photos and Realtor hyperbole? If you're a buyer, what's worth seeing and what should you skip over? Many listings are overpriced, poorly located or in compromised locations. Yet nearly 1 in 5 houses during the 1st quarter sold for more than asking in the City. Once again, it's a tale of two markets. To help guide you, I sifted [...]
