SUMMIT COUNTY - Top Vail executives will present their latest plans for Keystone at Wednesday's meeting of the Keystone Citizens League. The meeting is open to the public and will be an opportunity for residents of the area to learn about the redevelopment of the Mountain House base and the new gondola being built at River Run this summer. Full Story.
Breckenridge Real Estate
Spring is in the air here in Summit County Colorado. Just this morning I was looking down on the valley floor and realized there is dirt underneath all that snow we got. After a week of great temperatures and a warm breeze the south facing slopes are starting to re-emerge from there wintry tombs. My neighbor has a patch of what looks like green grass starting to emerge in the sun filled area of the yard.
Spring in Summit County is a time of reclimation to the beauty that has made us famous for views and Aspens trees alike. Soon the Aspens will begin to give forth their foliage and the flowers will emerge. It is also a time for activities. Many of us locals do two things in the winter Ski & Snowboard. But Spring & Summer is a time to have some fun. Summit county is called Colorado's play ground for good reason. We begin to get our boats ready, we shake off the dirt from our canoes and rafts. We take our bikes to the shop for tuning. We start to plan our vacations and the second wave of touri
sm begins to arrive in our resort communities of Breckenridge, Keystone, Frisco, & Dillon.
I thought it would be great to put together some activities for our readers, clients and fellow Summit County lovers alike.
One of our families favorite things to do is Colorado trail rides. The most popular excursion options at Copper Mountain Stables are the trail rides which are offered in one and two hour increments. Half day trips that include lunch are also available. Enjoy a scenic walking trail ride in the high country of Colorado that traverses the mountains through lush green meadows and forests. Picturesque wild flowers and wonderful views of the Ten Mile Range, Gore Range and Jacques Peak.
Another of our favorite things to do is white water rafting. Within an hour of Summit, you can experience everything from a mild, Class II float down the Colorado River, to a moderate Class III adventure on our own Blue River or down the famous Brown's Canyon on the Arkansas River, to the non-stop action of Clear Creek's Class IV stretches.
The Upper Colorado River offers a float that is more scenic than wild and great for families with younger kids, or 
those just looking for a relaxing trip along a beautiful stretch of river. The Class II Upper Colorado River trip takes you past natural hot springs, old cabins and dinosaur tracks near the headwaters of this famous river.
Brown's Canyon on the Arkansas River is one of the world's most popular whitewater rafting trips and is a great section for families and individuals alike. Offering unbelievable Rocky Mountain scenery and classic rapids such as Pinball, Zoom Flume, Widowmaker, and Sidell's Suckhole, these trips offer the perfect mix of whitewater, calm water and scenery.
The Blue River is located in the heart of Summit County. The perfect trip, mixing exhilarating whitewater and amazing Rocky Mountain scenery, the Blue River meanders through the Arapaho National Forest and offers over two miles of Class III whitewater, ending with continuous Class II rapids. Soon to be on the Blue is Silverthorne's white water park. located right in the downtown area we look for construction of the park and water features to begin soon.
Boating is another of our family favorites. With Lake Dillon running through the heart of the county it's hard to miss. For a relaxing boat ride we love to take the Lake Dillon Water Taxi. From Captain Mike's boat you can see the best views of Summit County from Lake Dillon. The Taxi runs from Frisco Bay Marina to Dillon Marina approximately on the hour. Fares start at $8.00 one way and travels between the Dillon and Frisco marinas. You also can take the boat one way, shop in Frisco and take the boat back to the Dillon marina later in the day.
One of Summit Counties hidden Gems is the Green Mountain reservoir. The area continues to be one of the County's best kept secrets. It is our summer playground and only 20 miles north of Silverthorne but many years away from the resorts. The mountain ranch land, most still undeveloped, is surrounded by spectacular views of the dramatic Gore Range and the Williams Peak Range.
The lake is a boater's paradise. June through September you will see fishing boats, jet skis, water skis and pontoon cruising. Although trout fishing is very good all summer, the lake is best known for its excellent kokanee salmon, some of the biggest in the state.
The Gold Medal Trout waters of the Blue River, located above the reservoir, challenge fly fishermen year around. The Wild Trout waters, below the dam, offers some of the best fishing in the whole state of Colorado.
As the snow yields it's grip on our favorite spot in the world there will be more activities to do and more things to come for Summit County Colorado.
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Summit County Colorado continuous to buck the national trend. We look to be back on track after a rare down month in February. Transaction volume was up 3% over March of 2007. The two price categories that continue to perform very well are $300,000 to $500,000 and $1,000,000 to $1,500,000. The first price range represents the value condo segment of Summit County with Ski in / out, & slope side condos going for a much higher price. This segment has continued to perform very well over the last year and looks to continue to do so. The Second category represents primarily single family homes and on resort ski run's & luxury condos. Most of the performance here is in the single family homes. With second home owners and retirees the primary buying source for these homes. With The Highlands at Breckenridge and Eagles Nest & Three Peaks in Silverthorne being the most active in single family homes in this segment. With new homes soon to come on-line in Anglers Mountain Ranch in Silverthorne this category should have nice inventory for the summer selling season.
Volume was up and the number of transactions continue to decline and has so for several years. If you have read these reports before you may know I have noted that this is the trend at many resorts. As a market matures and land becomes less available the properties appreciate faster and thus pricing becomes higher causing each transaction to be higher and less transactions due to the cost of the properties.
Land is becoming more scarce around the county and we are seeing incredible appreciation on some of the properties as noticed by the average transaction amounts for vacant land at $573,000 in 2008. Most figure land cost for homes should be no more than 25-30 % of the home price. The resulting homes being built on these lots will be in the $2,000,000 and up category. Total build out for Summit County Colorado is still predicted in the 2012-2014 category. Once this happens appreciation is estimated to continue to escalate at an even faster clip.
Single family appreciation seems to be holding steady but we will get a clearer picture after the summer selling season when most of the nicest homes become available and sell during these months.
Breckenridge & Keystone Colorado were transaction volume leaders in the county for March followed closely by Silverthorne which includes Wildernest. This has been the trend for some time however Keystone is usually in the third spot. With all of the renovation and the new Gondola going in a Keystone this maybe something to watch as Keystone completes a major renovation.
Take a look at the following graphs and area info for March 2008 info and statistics.
Market analysis by area 3 months Summit County
| Area | $ Volume Transactions | % of $ Volume | # of Transactions | % of Transactions | Average $ Transaction Price |
| Blue River & South to County Line | $13,648,900 | 6% | 28 | 6% | $487,461 |
| Breckenridge | $73,536,300 | 30% | 114 | 25% | $645,055 |
| Breckenridge Golf Course | $27,740,800 | 11% | 34 | 7% | $815,906 |
| Central Summit County (non-town) | $0 | 0% | 0 | 0% | $0 |
| Copper Mountain | $12,333,700 | 5% | 26 | 6% | $474,373 |
| Corinthian Hills & Summerwood | $0 | 0% | 0 | 0% | $0 |
| Dillon Town & Lake | $3,156,000 | 1% | 9 | 2% | $350,667 |
| Dillon Valley | $3,789,300 | 2% | 19 | 4% | $199,437 |
| Farmers Corner | $420,000 | 0% | 1 | 0% | $0 |
| Frisco | $18,378,600 | 7% | 34 | 7% | $540,547 |
| Heeney | $1,200,000 | 0% | 1 | 0% | $0 |
| Keystone | $40,421,900 | 16% | 86 | 19% | $470,022 |
| Montezuma | $178,200 | 0% | 2 | 0% | $89,100 |
| North Summit County (rural) | $0 | 0% | 0 | 0% | $0 |
| Peak 7 | $1,145,000 | 0% | 2 | 0% | $572,500 |
| Silverthorne | $24,852,000 | 10% | 39 | 9% | $637,231 |
| Summit Cove | $6,891,300 | 3% | 13 | 3% | $530,100 |
| Wildernest | $10,894,900 | 4% | 37 | 8% | $294,457 |
| Woodmoor | $6,325,300 | 3% | 7 | 2% | $903,614 |
| Misc. & Out of County | $521,900 | 0% | 3 | 1% | $173,967 |
| TOTAL | $245,434,100 | 100.00% | 455 | 100.00% | $523,769 |
| Note: Average Transaction Price & Median Transaction Price do not include Quit Claim Deed Transactions, No Refi's | |||||
| Please note: The above figures do not include time share interests or Refis and are an unofficial tabulation of Summit County records that are believed to be reasonably accurate. | |||||
Cost Break Down March YTD 2008.
| Home Sale | # of Transactions | Total Dollar Volume | Percentage Gross | Average Sales Price |
| <=200,000 | 39 | $ 5,998,500 | 3% | $ 153,808 |
| 200,001 to 300,000 | 56 | $ 14,360,000 | 7% | $ 256,429 |
| 300,001 to 400,000 | 73 | $ 25,614,600 | 13% | $ 350,885 |
| 400,001 to 500,000 | 52 | $ 23,467,900 | 12% | $ 451,306 |
| 500,001 to 600,000 | 29 | $ 16,202,500 | 8% | $ 558,707 |
| 600,001 to 700,000 | 23 | $ 15,244,100 | 8% | $ 662,787 |
| 700,001 to 800,000 | 19 | $ 14,343,900 | 7% | $ 754,942 |
| 800,001 to 900,000 | 14 | $ 11,957,200 | 6% | $ 854,086 |
| 900,001 to 1,000,000 | 14 | $ 13,232,900 | 7% | $ 945,207 |
| 1,000,001 to 1,500,000 | 25 | $ 28,861,300 | 15% | $ 1,154,452 |
| 1,500,001 to 2,000,000 | 8 | $ 13,941,000 | 7% | $ 1,742,625 |
| 2,000,001 to 2,500,000 | 4 | $ 9,133,000 | 5% | $ 2,283,250 |
| 2,500,001 to 3,000,000 | 2 | $ 5,600,000 | 3% | $ 2,800,000 |
| over $ 3 Million | 0 | 0% | N/A | |
| Total | 358 | $ 197,956,900 | 100% | $ 552,952 |
Market analysis % change.
| Month | 2004 | % Change 04 to 05 | 2005 | % Change 05 to 06 | 2006 | % Change 06 to 07 | 2007 | % Change 07 to 08 | 2008 |
| January | $41,825,900 | 93% | $80,788,900 | 6% | $85,701,700 | -3% | $82,933,400 | 3% | $85,497,600 |
| February | $62,725,300 | 15% | $72,151,200 | 6% | $76,698,900 | 15% | $88,392,000 | -27% | $64,539,900 |
| March | $69,129,000 | 30% | $90,177,800 | 20% | $108,018,500 | -14% | $92,555,500 | 3% | $95,396,600 |
| April | $77,378,000 | 22% | $94,438,600 | 17% | $110,949,200 | 21% | $133,878,100 | ||
| May | $88,236,800 | 19% | $104,834,400 | 31% | $137,133,800 | 16% | $158,745,300 | ||
| June | $111,700,400 | 0% | $112,232,799 | 45% | $162,725,600 | -13% | $141,802,500 | ||
| July | $89,310,400 | 37% | $122,040,800 | 0% | $122,097,500 | 13% | $138,251,700 | ||
| August | $102,320,900 | 45% | $148,269,200 | -12% | $130,811,400 | 42% | $186,302,600 | ||
| September | $116,154,100 | 39% | $161,353,500 | 36% | $219,939,000 | -23% | $168,704,900 | ||
| October | $117,417,900 | 30% | $152,693,400 | 24% | $188,770,200 | -22% | $146,546,900 | ||
| November | $116,352,500 | 66% | $193,562,600 | -29% | $138,233,900 | 14% | $156,934,000 | ||
| December | $135,624,700 | 6% | $143,084,300 | 10% | $156,795,100 | -13% | $135,691,900 | ||
| Year-to-Date TOTAL | $1,128,175,900 | 31% | $1,475,627,499 | 11% | $1,637,874,800 | 0% | $1,630,738,800 | N/A | $245,434,100 |
| Month to Date | $173,680,200 | 40% | $243,117,900 | 11% | $270,419,100 | -2% | $263,880,900 | -7% | $245,434,100 |
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Rolling Ridge Townhomes development is one of the last Townhome projects to be built in Silverthorne Colorado. Only 20 town homes will be built on the ridge of the gateway to Wildernest. There will be 5 phases with pase 1 now complete and phase 2 just released. Each building will consist of 4 units 2 interior units and 2 corner units. The views are spectacular with views from the Continental Divide to Dillon depending on location.
The interior finishes are hi-end with rustic touches with an inviting yet elegant feel. The main entry way will be finished with natural slate flooring in keeping with Silverthorne's mountain feel. Bathrooms will be natural Travertine stone for the most discerning buyers. Kitchen Counter-tops will be finished in solid Granite slabs and kitchen appliances will be stainless steel including a refrigerator. The main living area flooring will be finished in a rustic hickory real hard wood floor that gives you the feeling you are in a quality residence. The main living area and upstairs bedrooms are vaulted with a large open feel for the ultra in open living. Each home is heated with an energy efficiant radiant baseboard heat system including a boiler separate from the homes fresh water supply. The HOA dues are currently set at an affordable $250 per month which includes snow removal in the winter months.
Interior units are 3 Bedrooms and 4.5 baths and include a single car garage. End units are 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths and also include a single car garage.
Sales on the rolling Ridge Townhomes have been robust, at just over 2000 sq-ft the 3 bedroom homes start at $550,000. One of the lowest price per square foot new home developments in the county investors and second home buyers have been the primary purchasers in the development. Located only minutes from world class skiing at Keystone, Breckenridge, & Copper Mountain.
Walk Out Level: Includes 2 Bedroom Suites , Laundry room w/hook-ups and Mechanical Room, Patio.
Main Level: Including Garage, Entry with coat closet, Powder room, Kitchen, Living room, Fireplace and deck.
Loft Level: Includes 2 Bed Suites.
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I must admit we are a bit biased living in Silverthorne but it just amazes us how our little city continues to move forward and in a big way. The newest addition to our town is Anglers Mountain Ranch.
The land, formerly known as Clark Ranch
, has been the subject of numerous development proposals over the years, most notably a high-end golf course community in 2003, but none were approved.
The ranch had been zoned for 507 housing units and a 350-room hotel. The previous PUD density was not fitting of Silverthorne's overall structure and layout.
The new PUD allows for 148 multi-family units, 62 single family home sites, 30 cabin-style homes, 92 acres of open space and a public trail-head with 12 parking spaces and a three-quarter acre trail leading hikers up to the Ptarmigan Trail.
A western ranch nestled between the Colorado Rocky Mountains and fronted by a gold medal trout stream. Approximately half of the ranches total property will be designated for cross-country skiing, hiking and snowshoeing. There will also be an addition to the Silverthorne's bike trail system.There will be a 13-acre lake which runs into the Blue River for those who love to fly fish for trophy brown and rainbow trout.
The ranch has been creatively designed to preserve the native wildlife as well as the beauty of the land. The
site has been carefully designed to ensure sensitive placement of homes in order to maximize the expansive views while protecting the natural environment.
To start there will be a set of 13 duplex buildings, some of which will be next to pond at the bottom of the development prices will start in the $700s, with three floor plans and upscale finishes, and two-car garages.
Going up the development are 17 lots for sale. This is the first phase of lots. With the design layout of the community properties will offer incredible views, primarily to the south, west, and north, and will display the beauty of the Gore range. Further lot releases will come as the community begins to take shape.
Deanna and I feel Anglers Mountain Ranch could be a great investment and will be one of the last developments in the city of Silverthorne and Summit County Colorado before reaching total build-out.
For More information about Anglers Mountain Ranch or to search available lots click here.
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If you are buying or selling real estate in Breckenridge or Summit County CO our goal is to provide you with the resources and tools you need to make a smart, and stress free real estate investment
Deanna Long
Deanna was raised in the small ski community of Wrightwood California. While growing up with a love for the outdoors, she became an avid skier and eventually a ski instructor at Mountain High Ski Resort. Living in Wrightwood taught her the values of living in a small town. One day she meet a young man at her father's church that eventually became her husband, Jason. For their honeymoon they spent a week near Silverton Colorado and instantly fell in love with the wonder and beauty that is Colorado.
Jason Long
Jason was born in the small Midwest City of Granite City Illinois. As a young man he moved to Southern California with his family. Using his upbringing of family values, personal attention and hard work he started his first company at the young age of 18 and went on to become a successful business owner. He met and married his lovely wife Deanna at her father's church and discovered his love for helping people with their dreams.
Soon after being married in 1993 Jason and Deanna moved down the mountain to the hustle and bustle of Southern California life. They now have 5 beautiful children Cortney, Joshua, Justin, Samuel, and Nathanael.
Jason and Deanna operated a successful contracting company with a focus on energy efficient and smart homes in Southern California for more than 10 years. During this time they became active in developing and investing in the local real estate market and found their true passion is in helping people find the home and property of their dreams.
One day we realized we missed the beautiful scenery and the slower pace of the mountain lifestyle. Since our honeymoon It had always been a dream of ours to live in the Colorado Rockies. 
That dream became a reality when we sold our company and moved to Colorado to focus full time on our real estate endeavors, and we have come to realize it's just better up here.
Let us The Long Group put our expertise in investing and building to work for you. Our first hand knowledge has taught us how to buy, market, sell and profit based on real world experience. With our unique perspective of contracting we can guide you from a remodel to a new home purchase. At the Long Group we don't take shortcuts.
If you're looking for a Ski Home in Breckenridge or Vacation Home in Breckenridge or surrounding areas, we will be a valuable resource for you during and after your search. We are Summit County Realtors® specializing in the Breckenridge Vacation Ski 
Home market. Our Agents and support staff are especially atuned to the special needs of those purchasing vacation homes and second homes. We understand that you may need additional services not traditionally granted by Realtors in other parts of the country. We can be a valuable resource throughout your home search and buying process.
The Long group's unique marketing approach for home sales in resort area communities allows us to expose your home to thousands of affluent clients looking for a vacation, retirement or a permanent home.
We have developed an extensive way to market our client's homes to the largest possible market available today. This process allows us to maximize our client's sales price and allows you to make more money.
With 2 brokers working full time for you we can devote more time to your homes and give you the proper attention you should expect.
Over the years The Long Group and Omni Real Estate has been instrumental in getting homes sold throughout our community. Perhaps you'll allow us to help you, when the time comes.
If you have any questions don't hesitate to call us at 1-800-620-1009 ex 199. Thank you and much success.
Sincerely yours,
Jason & Deanna Long
Some of what we do for our Clients
Custom 800 Voice mail
Allows us to track and keep in contact with potential buyers 24/7. Each of your homes will receive its own unique extension giving potential buyers information at all times. We track and personally speak to these buyers allowing us to effectively communicate your homes attributes.
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Extensive local and online marketing
Google, Yahoo, Realtor.com, Homes.com, Trulia.com, Summit daily, & Local MLS system.
Direct Marketing to Past and Current Second Home Buyers
We will direct market your homes to affluent households to capture prospective buyers.
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Professional looking pictures to market your property to its fullest. Over 80% of people shopping look online only consider homes with the right pictures.
Large Network of referrals
We have built a large network of agents to work with both in and out of the area.
"One quality that really impressed me was that we never felt rushed to look quickly or decide quickly. I was impressed with how knowledgeable Deanna was about all things in and out of each house. I felt that She was truly trying to help us find a house that would suit our needs and bring happiness to my family. -Thomas & Becky G
We recently bought a new home through Jason and Deanna. Since we were not living in the area at the time, and were not even familiar with it, we thought that it may be a long and difficult process to find and purchase a home from long distance. But we were pleasantly surprised with the service that we received from Jason and Deanna. They helped us find a good neighborhood that suited our needs and a home that is just perfect for our family. We appreciated the quick responses we received to all of our questions. They were also very accommodating to our schedule, as we were so limited on time to come and tour homes. Without a doubt, we would use Jason again as our REALTOR®!" - Chet & Darlene R
"We couldn't have possibly had a better realtor. There is no one we will ever use again!" - Tom & Debbi P
Overall my real estate experience was effortless and timely! Deanna always put my interests first. She was very helpful in providing options on how to show my property. The best service she provided was her availability. I always had access to her. Very little demands were placed on me as a seller, it was an easy sale. I would definitely recommend friends and family to Deanna and the Long Group. - Richard D
Jason is one of the few real estate agents that I have dealt with who is truly interested in representing his clients in an honest and very competent manner. I was looking for a second home, and he spent many hours with me finding just the right home for our family. His years of experience helped me tremendously throughout the entire process. -Dave & Meg O
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