Stapleton Neighbors Discuss Legal Marijuana
By · CommentsBy Brittney Phua, Stapleton Real Estate
What I Learned at the Stapleton Community Meeting
Stapleton Forum discussed the issues around medical marijuana
OK, I admit it. I am a little concerned about how medical marijuana might impact the neighborhood I love so much in Stapleton. But, I have an open mind and I want to know as much as possible about the issues around it.
So, I recently attended the Stapleton Community Forum for an update on what is going on with the medical marijuana dispensary opening in Stapleton and also to get a pulse on what my neighbors were thinking. Read More→
Castle Pines North Update
By · CommentsStrong Sales of Entry Level Homes in Castle Pines
by Doug Hutchins, Douglas County Realtor
- Castle Pines North real estate market report.
Castle Pines North is a Denver suburb located in norther Douglas County. It’s where I work and it’s where I raise my family in a great, Colorado environment. 2009 has seen the real estate market in Castle Pines North, Colorado break into two distinct segments, the high end and low end.
The high end market encompasses homes that are priced above $500,000 and the low end encompasses homes priced below $500,000. The low end market has continued to hold steady, with units sold and prices staying stable. The high end, however, has suffered, Read More→
Home Inspector Selling Tips
By · CommentsCarl Brahe, CHI, CCI
One of the quickest, easiest ways to improve the looks of a kitchen or bathroom is to update the faucets and shower heads. Faucets and shower heads are no longer just pipes where water comes out. There is beauty and artistry in design never available before. Updated faucets and shower heads can instantly add improvements that set your baths and kitchen apart from your neighbors without major remodeling. Read More→
Washington Park’s City Appeal
By · CommentsDenver’s Loft and Condo Dwellers Love Washington Park
By John Stegner and Brian Lehnerz
Washington Park lakes apprear frozen solid. Not!
Washington Park already has tremendous appeal for single family home buyers who want to enjoy the rich lifestyle the park and it’s two lakes offer it’s residents. But, rarely do Denver loft and condo buyers consider ‘The Park”.
If you are considering purchasing a loft or condo in the Denver area you may want to check out Denver’s Washington Park neighborhood. Haven’t visited Washington Park yet? You should, but before you do, find out why Denver’s loft and condo dwellers love Washington Park!
Legal Marijuana in Stapleton?
By · CommentsBy Brittney Phua, Stapleton Resident and Realtor
Controversy in Denver's Stapleton neighborhood over medical marijuana.
Consternation and controversy among some Stapleton residents is brewing over a new use for a former coffee house. A medical marijuana dispensary is slated to occupy the former location of Perk and Play in Stapleton.
The irony is that Perk and Play was a neighborhood hang-out for mothers and their children. They served coffee, crepes and snacks and had a great indoor play area.
The medical marijuana dispensary is scheduled to open for business in the next few months. While the younger, single crowd at Stapleton might care less, families are more concerned about this new business and the risks it brings to our neighborhood. Read More→
2009 Denver Real Estate Market
By · Comments(Exclusive to All Denver Real Estate – Ed: Case-Shiller has already reported that Denver home prices dropped the least of all national real estate markets in October. But, October is their latest data set. Here our own Lon Welsh shows that there is more evidence that prices are turning upward and reversing their downward trend. He bases this on statistical analysis of our worst market segments in the metro area.)
By Lon Welsh, Your Castle Real Estate and All Denver Real Estate Contributor
Some Home Prices Begin Appreciation
As a statistician by education and background, I am drawn to make conclusions about the Denver real estate market based on numbers and charts. Let’s compare the overall housing market in metro Denver to the subsections that have suffered the worst price declines and the most foreclosures. Consider these following graphs compiled from Denver Metrolist MLS data.
Marijuana Grow Rooms
By · CommentsCarl Brahe, Guest Author, Certified Home Inspector, CCI
Growing marijuana can be legal in Colorado but it raises more home inspection issues.
As medical marijuana becomes legal in more states like Colorado, it also becomes legal to grow at home for certain people. The number of houses and commercial buildings that are used for growing marijuana is increasing. Grow rooms are becoming more common and can cause great damage if improperly built or operated.
Poorly wired or overloaded circuits can result in fire, shock or damage to electronic equipment. Read More→
Downtown Denver Lofts, Condos Future Value
By · Commentsby John Stegner and Brian Lehnerz , Downtown Lofts and Condos
Five Things That Will Insure the Future Value of a Denver Loft or Condo.
Downtown Denver Lofts and Condos: Buy for Resale Value too.
I love to find just the right loft or condo for a downtown Denver real estate buyer. Downtown has so much to offer as a lifestyle. It’s fun. It’s practical. It’s convenient to everything. But,I am always careful to look for five qualities that will insure my Buyer’s future condo value.
A Denver loft or condo can be a great investment for virtually any family. It can be an ideal choice for first-time buyers looking for roommates, newlyweds or anyone who desires a low-maintenance home. Lofts and condos also make great residences for empty nesters due to their low upkeep costs and manageable size. Also keep in mind that most condo and loft communities (if not all) take care of the exterior maintenance and yard work for their residents. Read More→
Schools In Stapleton
By · CommentsBy Brittney Phua, Stapleton Real Estate Expert
Roberts School Serves Stapleton as part of Denver Public School
You may have read about the controversy in Stapleton over the school shortage.
I recently heard about a Realtor whose clients weren’t even expecting a child yet, but ruled out Stapleton because they heard that their unborn child may need to be bussed/dropped off to an outside neighborhood.
The good news is that the residents of Stapleton, Forest City – the developer of Stapleton, and Denver Public Schools are all working together to solve this problem with the short term and long term in mind.
There are currently 4 schools in Stapleton. Westerly Creek Elementary , William Roberts , Read More→