The strip of West Colfax Avenue slicing through the neighborhood that shares its name is urban archeology writ large. Used auto dealerships. Mid-century motels converted to housing. Mexican restaurants. A ramen joint. Little Man Ice Cream Factory. A McDonald’s. Depending on the hour, you can score a slice of pizza, a hot pastrami sandwich, a […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, July 2024 The widely-held belief that a rate cut is coming in September is affecting both sellers and buyers. Buyers are waiting on the sidelines until the cut, while sellers are holding off on adjusting prices, anticipating the market will “improve” once rates drop. Buyers are becoming increasingly practical […]

By: Kelley Walters Now’s the time to stock up on paint.When it’s hot outside, smart homeowners focus their energies inside on these four tasks. You know, like taking advantage of your nice, cool basement. 1. Organize the Basement
The two most common types of clutter? Old clothes and seasonal items. Just the kind of stuff that winds […]

Settled by Jewish immigrants in the 1880s and home to Denver’s first public housing project, this strip of a neighborhood—one of the poorest in the state—is on the precipice of enormous change. Oddly named Sun Valley given its semi-industrial location and past, this narrow enclave bounded by Federal Boulevard on the West, the Platte River […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, June 2024 Home sellers are returning to the market but are finding buyers hesitant. While market dynamics have shifted in recent months with an influx of demand, it remains important to focus on area-specific micro-markets — which can vary significantly in activity — when pricing homes or helping buyers. […]

By Amy Howell Hirt When to look for sales on mattresses, appliances, tools, furnishings, and materials.Buying stuff can be stressful. Cheap out and you could regret it. Overspend and you’ll cut into your budget. Knowing the best time of year to buy appliances and other household items can lessen the anxiety. Here’s a list of the best time of year for sales: Furniture: January and […]

Love midcentury modern (MCM) architecture? Then tour the bumper crop of mid-mods in the west metro Applewood subdivisions. Located between 38th and Colfax Avenues north to south and from Kipling Street on the east up the slopes of South Table Mountain to the west, Applewood is for the prolific orchard founded by Myron Bunger. Because […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, May 2024 Denver’s real estate market is normalizing but continues to face persistent affordability challenges. This presents opportunities for serious buyers and sellers to negotiate favorable deals in the second half of the year. Governor Polis approved a bipartisan bill that will cut property taxes saving the average homeowner […]

By: Alaina Tweddale There are better ways to spend.“They were this gorgeous, greenish-teal, and they looked great in my laundry room,” says Eliesa Prettelt, avid DIYer and author of “A Pinterest Addict” blog. The washer/dryer combo was perfect. Such a delightful way to brighten laundry day — with a cheerfully colored front-loader set. They could actually make […]

Denver’s Chaffee Park neighborhood enjoys approval from the city council that allows accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Increasing the number of ADUs (aka carriage houses, casitas, granny flats or in-law suites) has the potential to add much-needed and more affordable housing to Denver’s inventory. (Denver City Council allows ADUs in the Sloan’s Lake and the West […]