Ready for a really charming neighborhood that is close to both Downtown Denver and Boulder? Bradburn Village is a really fun pedestrian neighborhood of 125 acres of with four neighborhoods where single-family, townhomes and apartments share the nine community parks, formal gardens and the Dry Creek Open Space of 45 acres of trails. The homes are built in Denver-Prairie, Craftsman and Farmhouse architectual styles. Prices range from $200K to $1MM+. Shopping malls are nearby along with 4 golf courses. Adam county schools. Pat and I love this neighborhood. It really has class and is so close to everything!.

Yesterday, Pat and I decided that we had to see the Aspen tree leaves changing - time was running out. We needed to see some real estate in the mountains. We had planned on going on Sunday, but that didn't quite work out. We were a tad surprised as to what we saw. My daughter had gone on Saturday - lucky dogs - and took some pictures. I have to show them! But because we went on Monday, look at what was happening at Red Feather Lakes (close to Wyoming). I understand that Conifer actually had several inches. How fun.

Last Sunday we had a client appreciation event at our REMAX Southeast office in Denver. So take a few minutes and enjoy the video of some of the various cars we oogled at with our clients and perhaps even coveted. Take some downtime and enjoy. And if you are interested in including your car or attending next year's Client Appreciation Event, give us a call.
P.S. We also sell vintage and contemporary homes, too. www.ronandpat.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZmjCJBY4j4
Amy Brawand, the VP of Sales at Land Title, just provided us the latest stats on Highlands Ranch - Lone Tree area obtained from our MLS.* By the way, we prefer Land Title for our closings because they are a local independent business and their service has been stellar.

Aug-08 Aug-09 % Change 2008 2009
#Of Closed Sales - Month 173 vs. 146 -15.6%
#Of Closed Sales - YTD 1,310 vs. 1,008 -23.1%
Avg. Days On Market 67 vs 78 16.4%
# Of Active Listings 636 vs. 692 8.8%
# Of NEW Listings 362 vs. 367 1.4%
Absorption Rate (in months) 3.8 vs. 5. 30.7%
Average Price (Sold) 394,887 vs. 369,834 -6.3%
So what does this all mean? I think the key to these stats is the absorption rate. It has increased to a level 5 which indicates that Highlands Ranch - Lone Tree is in a "balanced market". Numbers below the 5 to 6 level indicates it is a "Seller's Market" (fewer houses on the market based on historical sales per month and numbers above indicate a "Buyer's Market" (more houses on the market meaning it will take longer for the market to absorb based on historical sales per month).
For all of the Denver area (limited to the Metrolist MLS), we saw the absorption rate actually decrease from last year for August from 5.5 to 5.2. Denver, you are looking good!
*Based on Information from Metrolist, Inc. for the period Jan 2007 through present.Note: This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Metrolist, Inc. Metrolist, Inc.does not guarantee nor is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by Metrolist, Inc. may not reflect all real estate activity in the market
If you are looking for a place where you can wave hello to your neighbors and walk to the neighborhood store in Highlands Ranch, then we have found the place for you: Town Center at Highlands Ranch. This 100 acre mixed development is essentially a "walking" village.
HOW MUCH FUN? Maybe too much! The Civic Green Park is five-acres that are used as a community gathering point. There are fountains, green space, amphitheater, and walking trails, all of which is home to activities, concerts and events. There is a Farmer's Market from the spring to fall, and several retail shops and restaurants. The 72 foot Clock Tower is located in the center of the area and can be seen miles around. The Veterans Memorial is within walking distance as well as the Library. So, without ever driving, there are plenty of activities for all of us to enjoy. Along with all of this fun, there is the simple beauty of the mountains to enjoy. Love those mountains!
THE HOMES: Shea built Stacked Brownstones, Covered Brownstones and Cornerstone Triplexes and are all available in the immediate area. Yes, they have luxury including patio balconies and 2 car garages. Single detached homes are nearby as well.
THE SCHOOLS: Typically, students will attend the Eldorado Elementary, Ranch View Middle School and the Thunderridge High School. To check out the latest on the schools and confirm the schools boundaries, be sure and visit Douglas School District. Private schools are nearby as well. For school ratings check out these websites: Great Schools , Local School Directory , City Data, School Matters, and Colorado School Accountability Reports.
HOME OWNER ASSOCIATIONS: Brownstones at Town Center residents enjoy the Highlands Ranch Community Association (check them out at Highlands Ranch Community Association ) and the Brownstones at Town Center/Hammersmith HOA.
HOW CLOSE?: This neighborhood is within walking distance of a Home Depot, a grocery store, coffee shop, barbershop, Tattered Cover Bookstore, several restaurants, , grocery stores, , coffee shops, and clothing stores. There is a RTD adjacent that can take you to downtown in about 20 minutes. . Park Meadows Shopping Mall, home to 160 retail shops and restaurants and the Vistas of Park Meadows, outdoor shopping and street park which are home currently to 11 retail shops is only about 6 miles. (IKEA announced in 2008 that they were planning on building near this mall.) Downtown Denver is about 20 miles away. The Denver International Airport is 39 miles. And the mountains? Probably around 20 to 30 minutes.
P.S. Want to know more or see more? Go to www.Ronandpat.com - 720-389-6833.
ActiveRain Corp. is not responsible for the accuracy of the site's content (which is written by members of the ActiveRain Real Estate Network) and does not endorse the views of the real estate agents, mortgage brokers, and others listed here.
Powered by the ActiveRain Real Estate Network
© 2009 ActiveRain Corp. All Rights Reserved