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 […]
August 22, 2023
As published in DMAR Market Trends, August 2023 Out of 150 cities, Denver nosedived in ranking from #55 to #99 on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Places to Live annual survey. Boulder, Colorado Springs and Fort Collins all ranked higher. The Colorado average homeowners insurance premium jumped 23% in 2023 as Colorado ranks #2 […]
August 22, 2023
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Transform your home into a beautifully designed space — without the spendy price tag. Home improvement pros and DIYers tout a fresh coat of paint as a favorite among low-cost home upgrades that can make a huge impact. But what else can you do to accessorize and decorate? Sometimes the little […]
July 25, 2023
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 […]
July 25, 2023
As published in DMAR Market Trends, July 2023 Sellers who experienced hail damage should make timely claims and hire insured and licensed roofing companies to make repairs. Realtors® can help connect homeowners to trusted local professionals. Annual inflation in Metro Denver for May was reported at 51%, down from 5.7% in March. Metro Denver is […]
July 24, 2023
By: HouseLogic Find out if DIY or hiring a pro is right for your deck project. Building a deck expands your livable outdoor space so you can do more of what you love — entertaining, dining, or relaxing under the stars. But large projects like adding a new deck or repairing an existing one can be […]
June 23, 2023
Arguably no neighborhood on Denver’s Northside has undergone as many changes in the last 20 years as Sloan’s Lake. Bounded by Colfax on the south and 29th Avenues on the north and sandwiched between Federal and Sheridan Boulevards, Sloan’s Lake today is both a park and neighborhood: the park, a 177-acre city refuge comprised of […]
June 23, 2023
As published in DMAR Market Trends, June 2023 With higher interest rates and uncertainty around the economy, more buyers are biding their time and waiting for their “perfect” home to hit the market before making a move. Compared to previous years, the condo market is moving slower especially in downtown Denver. Demand for ranch homes […]
June 23, 2023
By Lynn Ettinger You can make a successful offer on a home even in a competitive market — with the right information and help. When you’re house hunting, the pressure of competition can move you from “Hmm, I like that, but it’s too pricey,” to “I have to have that!” You think, so what if paying […]
May 24, 2023
The Highlands, Potter Highlands, Highlands Park, Scottish Highlands, Upper Highlands, Lower Highlands, East Highland and West Highlands. These are all names associated with the neighborhoods the city recognizes as Highland and West Highland, which represent some of Denver’s earliest suburbs. This month we’re highlighting West Highland, the enclave between Federal and Sheridan Boulevards to the […]
May 24, 2023
