Archive for Downtown Denver
Stapleton Neighbors Discuss Legal Marijuana
Posted 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→
Washington Park’s City Appeal
Posted 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?
Posted 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→
Downtown Denver Lofts, Condos Future Value
Posted 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
Posted 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→
Who Lives in Stapleton?
Posted by: | CommentsBy Brittney Phua, Stapleton and Northeast Denver Realtor
Stapleton Town Center Development in Denver
Most people think that Stapleton is a Mecca for young professionals with 2.2 kids and a dog.Or, maybe you think it of only a place for young, single people.
Stapleton appeals to many demographics for many different reasons. I recently began helping a couple moving to Stapleton to be closer to their daughter and granddaughter. Their family lives in neighboring Park Hill which is known as a quiet residential neighborhood with a somewhat aging population. Read More→
IRA Real Estate Purchase
Posted by: | CommentsBy Larry Hotz, Senior Editor
One of the many reasons I love and treasure my long-term friends ( I no longer call them ‘old’ friends) is because every once in a while I learn something from them. Mel and I been friends since college even shared season tickets to the Rockies. He actually lives in California where he works in the television business and has a small winery. But he loves to visit Colorado and now he’s found another way to do that.
My friend Mel taught me about using an IRA to invest in real estate. This is house he just bought near the University of Denver where we first met.
He just bought a small rental property near the University of Denver. But, he bought it with funds from his IRA account. That’s right, he thought he needed to diversify his retirement account by investing directly in real estate. Read More→
Pedestrian Neighborhoods
Posted by: | CommentsBy Larry Hotz, Senior Editor
Are you an avid pedestrian? Do you like to walk to the grocery store, the dry cleaners and the coffee shop without venturing too far from home?
Lo-Do in Downtown Denver
If you are an avid pedestrian, there’s a new website that ranks neighborhoods based on their “walkability”. It might help you find a “walker-friendly’ neighborhood where you’d like to live. WalkScore uses a mathematical formula to rank neighborhoods based on their walkability. Read More→
More Low Priced Homes Selling
Posted by: | CommentsBy Lon Welsh and Michael Canon, Your Castle Real Estate.
Lon Welsh, All Denver Real Estate
Comparing 2006 to 2007 in Denver and the suburbs such as Aurora, the average home price across the metro Denver area has dropped 3%, to $303,000. The average price in 2008 was $267,000: a 13% decrease. Comparing the 1st Quarter of 2008 ($271,000) to 1Q 2009 ($241,000), we saw an additional 11% drop.
Much of the overall decline isn’t a decline in actual homes prices. It is a mix issue. Read More→
Kentwood Awards Dinner
Posted by: | CommentsBy Larry Hotz, Senior Editor
Nancy and Bob Lee (Chief of Staff for former Governor Owens), Chuck Gargotto and John Fitzpatrick (Managing Broker) at Kentwood Dinner.
Every year the The Kentwood Company hosts an awards dinner for its top-selling real estate brokers. This year, the gala dinner was held at the phenomenal Barolo Grill in Cherry Creek. The restaurant closed to the public so that Elizabeth, I and the other 37 top Kentwood brokers could be honored in lavish style. Read More→
