Localism: Monument, CO

Monument CO Housing Market for October 2008

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:19:20 -0600

The Monument CO real estate market for October 2008 includes the Tri-Lake areas of Monument, Palmer Lake, Woodmoor and Kings Deer.

Read Full Report: Monument CO Real Estate Market for October 2008

Single Family Homes:

Active homes for sale: 411
Homes sold in October 2008: 25
Average Sale Price: $374,023
Average Days on Market: 91 days

Townhomes and Condos:

Active homes for sale: 25
Homes sold in October 2008: 3
Average Sale Price: $213,333
Average Days on Market: 102 days

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"Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. ("RSC"), for the period October 1-31, 2008. RSC does not guarantee or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by RSC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market."

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Jackson Creek-Location and Convenience

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 18:01:30 -0600

Jackson Creek is popular residential community located close to the northern edge of El Paso County, Colorado. Jackson Creek is just minutes from the north end of Colorado Springs and approximately 30 minutes south of Denver, Jackson Creek is one of the fastest growing parts of the Front Range.

Jackson Creek is a master planned community featuring 1,200 acres of traditional neighborhood, featuring shopping, restaurants, schools, open space and some of the most awe inspiring views along the entire front range of Colorado.

Jackson Creek offers a wide range of housing options from maintenance free patio homes and smaller single family homes to large estate quality custom homes.

This map shows the boundaries and amenities of the Jackson Creek neighborhood.

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Provided by Joe Boylan: http://www.springshomes.com

King's Deer Colorado-Market Update November 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 18:56:09 -0600

There are currently 43 homes available for sale in the King's Deer area according to the Pike's Peak Multiple Listing Service. Click Here to see a complete list of homes.

King's Deer has seen 22 sales in the past 12 months according to the MLS as well. This means there is a 23 month inventory of homes for sale in the King's Deer area, according to the Pike's Peak MLS. Here is a brief outline of the homes that have sols in the last 12 months, Click Here

King's Deer's price point fits squarely into the Jumbo Money dead zone. So buyers have been few and far between, that's the bad news. The good news is that King's Deer has always been a cyclical area. King's Deer has historically sold well when it feels like a value when compared to the rest of the Tri-Lakes area.

Inflated land prices in the latter years of the development teams reign are going to make it difficult for newer homes to be priced at what seems like a reasonable number but older homes, the ones that rode the wave of appreciation should have more success in the market, as long as they price realistically and market aggressively.

October Sales Data for Monument, CO

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 20:05:42 -0600

Here's October Sales Date for solds in Monument, CO for the month of October, 2008.

MLS No.	Address	PT	FLR	Br/Ba/Gr	SqFt	CDOM	Sold Date	List Price	Sold Price
504479	267 Glenway	Single Family	Tri-Level	4/3/7	2922	78	10/29/2008	$185,000	$180,000
427352	1271 Paula CR	Condominium	2 Story	3/3/1	1782	69	10/24/2008	$185,000	$175,000
477559	56 Misty Creek DR	Single Family	2 Story	4/4/2	2055	105	10/30/2008	$235,000	$228,000
456280	801 Meadow LN	Single Family	Ranch	3/2/2	2952	93	10/29/2008	$249,500	$237,500
437065	236 Oxbow DR	Single Family	2 Story	4/3/3	3055	76	9/2/2008	$274,900	$265,000
540260	920 Lake Woodmoor DR	Single Family	1.5 Story	3/2/2	2277	299	10/24/2008	$313,900	$306,900
545356	19325 Spring Valley RD	Single Family	Ranch	4/2/6	3316	107	10/29/2008	$340,000	$310,000
547520	427 Whistler Creek CT	Single Family	Ranch	4/4/3	3169	41	10/24/2008	$416,032	$400,362
573622	111 Boundary RD	Single Family	Ranch	5/4/2	3874	139	10/24/2008	$425,000	$385,000
530917	645 Celtic CT	Single Family	2 Story	4/5/3	3890	27	10/21/2008	$475,000	$475,000
579544	3175 Schilling AV	Single Family	Ranch	5/4/3	6032	182	10/17/2008	$625,000	$560,000
583436	16181 Timber Meadow DR	Single Family	2 Story	5/4/3	5039	148	10/17/2008	$819,878	$739,500

It looks like the "blood-letting" has subsided. Agreed upon prices seem to be holding their own! (Except in the cases of homes on the market more than 100 days.)

Haunted Briarhurst Manor - Manitou Springs - On Ghost Hunters LIVE This Halloween

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 10:41:38 -0500

What is your favorite haunted location? On Friday, October 31, you will have a chance to vote. After thousands of entries, our own Briarhurst Manor in Manitou Springs, CO has been picked as one of three finalists on Sci Fi Channel's Ghost Hunters. If it wins, TAPS (The Atlantic Paranormal Society), will come out to Colorado and investigate our historical location. Tammila Wright, Keller Williams real estate agent and resident of Manitou Springs, submitted the location and will appear on the Ghost Hunter's LIVE event at Fort Delaware on Friday night where you will be able to vote by text message or online during the 7 hour long event which starts at 5pm MST.

"After spending so much time in the Briarhurst Manor and experiencing unexplained occurrences, they knew it would be a good candidate for "The Great American Ghost Hunt" contest. ‘I had heard stories all my life and then I was experiencing things for myself'" - Erick Wright

Check out the Haunted Briarhurst website

Tammila and her husband, Erick, have very intimate knowledge of the Briarhurst as generations of their families have lived in the area. Tammila was recently interviewed by Pilgrim Films for the segment on Friday and stated that:

"We are History Geeks that don't mind exploiting the "night" life of a property to get visitors interested in its history. It truly helps when the place is truly haunted like the Big "B". - Tammila Wright

The interview will talk a little about the history of the Briarhurst and the unusual occurrences that made it a finalist. She has set up a website, Haunted Briarhurst, for more information about the historic building.

Read the Briarhurst Ghost Stories

Do you want to own a bit of Manitou Springs history and a reported haunted landmark? You can!

The Briarhurst Manor is For Sale for a mere $7mil!

Tammila works in our Keller Williams Clients' Choice Commercial Division and is the listing agent for the property. She isn't worried about the "haunted house" reports hurting the sale of the property, in fact, it might help. TAPS has also investigated the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park several times and because of them and other ghost hunting teams, their hotel remains full most of the year and their business has tripled.

Read about the History of the Briarhurst Manor

Looking to buy a Historic Home in Manitou Springs, but can't afford the Briarhurst Manor?

There are many other properties in Manitou Springs for sale. The Wagner iTeam has two properties for sale in downtown Manitou. Tammila is co-listing with us on a Manitou Springs historic Victorian 4,700sq home at 102 Navajo Ave which has been used as Bed and Breakfast (The Keepsake Inn).

We also have another great home for sale in Manitou Springs at 833 Shoshone Pl which has that Manitou charm, but with modern conveniences and gorgeous views! Both are conveniently located just blocks off Manitou Ave.

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Make Sure You Check Out and VOTE FOR the Briarhurst Manor on
"Ghost Hunters Live" Event on the Sci-Fi Channel at 5pm this Halloween!

WATCH THE Sci-Fi Briarhurst VIDEO

This article was written by:
Kristen Senn - Wagner iTeam Military Relocation Specialist and Listing Manager

**All images taken by permission from HauntedBriarhurst.com