Sitting on a bluff just to the northwest of downtown Denver sits Jefferson Park, a bourgeoning urban neighborhood named for the beautiful 6.7-acre public park that lies at its heart. Just west of I-25 and bounded by Speer Boulevard and Colfax Avenue to the north and south, and Federal Boulevard and the Platte River to […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, June 2026 Buyer activity slowed somewhat compared to earlier this spring. Showings are taking longer to generate and agents are following up more frequently to obtain feedback after appointments. Sellers currently on the market should have realistic expectations heading into the July 4 holiday weekend, which historically brings a […]

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, contributing editor for REALTOR® Magazine and editor of the Styled, Staged & Sold blog. Here’s how not to design a bathroom, and what designers suggest favoring instead. Designers and home stagers say the era of overly sterile bathrooms is fading. Instead, warmer tones, natural materials and more personality-driven and wellness design choices […]

Archaeological evidence suggests that the site where the Cherry Creek Shopping Center currently stands may have been a cross-cultural trading site, indicating that people have shopped along the banks of Cherry Creek for centuries—long before white settlers colonized the region that now houses the aforementioned destination mall, the Cherry Creek North dining and shopping district, […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, May 2026 Sellers are finding it difficult to accept concessions and buyers’ inspection requests, but without these incentives, buyers often move on to properties that are better prepared for today’s market. ”Coming Soon” listings continue to gain popularity and can be especially effective around holiday weekends such as Memorial […]

In just a few days, you can transform a home’s yard from overlooked to unforgettable.NAR REALTOR® News—Styled, Staged & Sold blog FIRST IMPRESSIONS MATTER, especially when you’re selling a home. Long before buyers step inside, they’re forming opinions based on your lawn, your entryway and the overall look from the street. Strong curb appeal can […]

Back when Denver was a young burg, the city had a less-than-savory reputation, which is why more upright-leaning (uptight?) folks found themselves drawn to the area surrounding the Methodist-founded University of Denver. Incorporated in 1886 as the Town of South Denver—far above the saloons and roadhouses of the rambunctious young Denver—South Denver sprawled from Colorado […]

As published in DMAR Market Trends, April 2026 We’re seeing a clear pattern where homes that don’t go under contract the first weekend often align more closely with the area’s average days on market before securing a buyer. A slower start in showings isn’t necessarily a red flag. Many buyers are intentionally taking a wait-and-see […]

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey, contributing editor for REALTOR® Magazine and editor of the Styled, Staged & Sold blog. Wellness, nature and personal expression are restyling homes and redefining how people live. What homeowners want from their spaces is evolving. According to a new design outlook report from the luxury brokerage Engel & Völkers, homes in 2026 are expected […]

The Denverite recognizes it for fighting unwanted development. 5280 magazine calls it one of Denver’s top 25 neighborhoods. Homebuyers love it for its access to I-25, the Denver Tech Center, downtown and the Highline Canal. Ever hear of Southmoor Park? Southmoor Park is an odd, polygonal-shaped area bounded loosely by I-25, East Hampden Avenue, Happy […]