“Walkable” Towns Like Aspen Fueling Western Real Estate Sales

According to a recent article in The Denver Post, “Walkable” communities like Aspen, Basalt, and Carbondale are driving the housing markets in Western Mountain towns.

A recent study by The Sonoran Institute, a non-profit that advocates for managed growth walking downtownin the West, found that while home buyers were willing to pay over 18% more for a home in a walkable Mountain neighborhood, the supply of homes was too small.

Read the full article from the Denver Post

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Magnificent Downtown Aspen Home for Sale

This Exquisite Home is in a quiet secluded location, but just a short walk to downtown Aspen! 

The views of Aspen Mountain are unsurpassed in this custom luxury mountain home. Living1Surrounded by beautiful tiered landscaping, fabulous outdoor entertaining and lounging areas, this home sits on a peaceful cul-de-sac in Oklahoma Flats, just a short walk to downtown Aspen.

Stunning views are enjoyed from all of the living areas and the four bedrooms. The top floor great room boasts vaulted ceilings, fantastic mountain views, wrap around deck, open entertaining areas, and a double-sided stacked stone gas fireplace. There is a formal dining room, gourmet kitchen, and breakfast nook that all access the sumptuous outdoor living area.

The spacious master suite with his and hers walk-in closets has an expansive deck, private pryorflagstone patio, gas fireplace, and spacious bath with steam shower and jet tub. The guest bedrooms all have en suite marble baths, private flagstone patios., and Aspen Mountain views.

On the first level is a mud/ski room, multiple storage areas, two car garage, and fourth bedroom with en suite bath, kitchenette, and private entrance. This home is exquisitely finished and complete with office, elevator, and 729 square foot two car, high ceiling garage with work area. Just a few steps to the Galena Street ski shuttle from the back door.

No subterranean living spaces!

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Aspen Ideas Festival 2013

Sponsored by the Aspen Institute and the Atlantic Monthly, The Aspen Ideas Festival is quickly approaching. Get your passes now for the annual event running from June 26th – Ideas Fest 2013July 2nd. The ninth annual ideas Fest brings leaders and influencers from around the world together to engage in dialogue and exchange. The week long festival is one of the highlights of the Aspen Summer. Visit aspenideas.org for more information, schedules, or to buy passes. Still need a place to stay while in Aspen this Summer? view our Aspen vacations rentals to find the perfect property to suite your needs and budget. And if you are looking to make a Real Estate investment, view our Aspen Real Estate listings.

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JAS June Lineup

tickets are still available for the Jazz Aspen Snowmass June Festival. The lineup includes Jackson Brown on Friday, Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite on Saturday, and the JASTedeschi Trucks band on Sunday. The June festival concerts are all held at the Benedict Music Tent. This year there will be a free night time lawn party beginning at 6 PM featuring food vendors, bars, and two live music stages. Visit the Jazz Aspen Snowmass website for more information or to buy tickets.

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Price Reduction – The Best Valued 2 Br. Aspen Condo For Sale

The best priced two bedroom plus loft condominium in Aspen.

This property boasts beautiful views of Aspen Mountain from the deck and living room, new hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling, and skylight for abundant natural light. The complex has a well manicured MINOLTA DIGITAL CAMERAlawn with lots of space to relax and entertain, and assigned off-street parking. Enjoy the Smuggler and Hunter Creek hiking and biking trails just a short walk away. This condo has fantastic remodel potential and an established rental history. This is a great property just a short walk to downtown across the Hopkins bridge  and on the Hunter Creek free ski shuttle.

Was $585,000, Now $579,000

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Aspen Gears Up For The Annual Food & Wine Classic

The 26th annual Food & Wine classic commences this weekend kicking off the Summer season in Food & WineAspen. Although passes are sold out, there are still many other events and activities to participate in. Visit foodandwine.com for more information and tickets to events including, The 25th Annual Best New Chefs party, The Last Bite hosted by Gail Simmons, The Celebrity Chef 5K, and special wine dinner at Chefs Club by Food & Wine.

Also check out our last minute lodging specials and Aspen condo rentals. We have a two bedroom, two bath top floor condo that just underwent a beautiful renovation and is just a block away from the Food & Wine tents. Call us at 888-793.7462 or 970.544.3771 to book your Aspen Summer rental.

 

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Aspen Summer Activities

Summer in Aspen is Under Way! Don’t miss out on these great summer activities. 

Summer passes for the Aspen Rec. Center are now on sale. Valid June 1 – August 31 for only $169 for adults and $99 for youths, the Summer pass offers admission to the Aspen Aspen Rec CenterRec Center facilities, The Red Brick fitness classes and climbing wall, and the Aspen Ice Garden free skate. Visit aspenrecreation.com for more information.

The Aspen Golf Club is open and in full swing. Hours are 7am – 7pm beginning June 10th. Golf now for just $79 through June 15th. visit aspengolf.com for tee times, rates, and season pass information.

The Aspen Tennis Club is also open. With new tennis pro Gary Quandt, there are a variety of adult and youth clinics, lessons, and weekly drop-ins. This season they are introducing a new pass for $29 that gets you discounted court fees, advance clay court reservations, and free clay court play until June 15th. Visit aspenrecreation.com for more information.

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Home Prices See Big Gains in 1st Quarter

Median home prices increased by 10.2% in the first quarter over last year according to the Home For SaleS&P / Case Schiller index. Cities with the highest gains were Phoenix, San Francisco, and Las Vegas all posting gains over 20%.

Read the entire article on housingwire.com

View the entire report at standardandpoors.com

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Aspen Mountain To Re-Open

Visit Aspen for Memorial Day and enjoy a rare Spring skiing opportunity!

Aspen Mountain will re-open Friday 24 – Monday 5/27 for Memorial Day weekend. Skico has reported over four feet of snow since the mountain officially closed mid-April. With Spring Skiingtemperatures expected to be in the 70′s for the rest of the week, locals and visitors can ski in the morning and hike, bike, or go fishing in the afternoon. Lift tickets will be free for premier pass holders, $18 for other pass holders, and $36 for the general public. Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of this rare Spring skiing opportunity. We have special Memorial Day weekend lodging rates for all of our rental condos and homes. Click to view our Aspen vacation rentals. Now is also the perfect time to make an Aspen Real Estate investment. click to view our Aspen Real Estate listings.

 

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April 2013 Aspen / Snowmass Occupancy Reports

April 2013 Occupancy Rates Up!

ACRA just released the lodging reports for April 2013 with positive results. Snowmass in particular saw an increase of over 7% over 2012, surpassing occupancy rates from 2007-8.

Westin SnowmassSnowmass saw a dramatic increase due in part to the new Westin & Wildwood resorts that opened for Winter 2012/2013 as well as special event and group bookings that saw an increase over previous years.

For more information visit the Aspen Chamber website or read the article in the Aspen Times.

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