denver’s 2020 real estate market saw an unprecedented number of records broken

denver’s 2020 real estate market saw an unprecedented number of records broken

When coronavirus hit Colorado in March, an unprecedented number of listings were pulled from the market. In April, prices held steady and houses were selling faster than they were the previous year. By May, the real estate market picked up with 56 percent more new listings than April, but still 17 percent fewer than May 2019.

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the hot housing market in connecticut’s pricier areas shows no sign of slowing down after boom in 2020

the hot housing market in connecticut’s pricier areas shows no sign of slowing down after boom in 2020

Some of Connecticut’s pricier home buying markets — Fairfield County, the shoreline, Litchfield County and the Farmington Valley — saw a surprising surge in purchases last year as the grip of the pandemic tightened, with little let-up seen for at least the first part of 2021.

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exurbs across US see increased growth; douglas county ranks #1

exurbs across US see increased growth; douglas county ranks #1

CapRelo, a global mobility firm specializing in U.S. relocation, identified which exurbs are seeing the largest upticks in population. Researchers culled data from the American Communities Project and the Brookings Institution to analyze more than 300 exurban communities in each state.

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study: real estate prices in CT set to continue increasing in 2021

study: real estate prices in CT set to continue increasing in 2021

The Greenwich-Bridgeport corridor will see one of the half-dozen biggest increases in home prices in the nation next year, according to a Realtor.com study of the 100 largest metropolitan regions.

On the heels of a huge real estate market driven by an escape from cities during the COVID-19 pandemic, Realtor.com is projecting a 7.8 percent increase in prices next year for the coastal Fairfield County region. Silicon Valley was tops with a forecast 10.8 percent gain, followed by regions centered by Seattle, Boise, Idaho; Fresno, Calif.; and San Francisco.

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demand for denver condos remains strong

demand for denver condos remains strong

For many, the dream of living close to the majestic Rocky Mountains and all of the recreational opportunities afforded to residents of our hometown is now a very real possibility as transplants from other parts of the nation look to relocate to Colorado. The housing market in Denver has long been considered a seller’s market and the push to move into the area has only accelerated over the past nine months.

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new rochelle, N.Y.: a waterfront suburb with a socioeconomic mix

new rochelle, N.Y.: a waterfront suburb with a socioeconomic mix

Competition was also fierce in New Rochelle, which attracts buyers with its parks and beaches, an ethnically mixed population of 79,000, and by being a mere 20 miles north of Times Square. The house the Rothschilds bought — which has three bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms and a fireplace that is now working (after repairs), in the Beechmont neighborhood — received multiple bids before selling for $490,000, or $25,000 above the listing price.

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brighton, adams county preserve nearly 80 acres of farmland from development

brighton, adams county preserve nearly 80 acres of farmland from development

For those yearning for a bit more undisturbed acreage in a fast-growing metro area, look to the north.

Brighton and Adams County teamed up with The Conservation Fund this week to preserve 79 acres of farmland along 144th Avenue and Sable Boulevard, just south of Brighton, in a traditionally agricultural area recently designated as Historic Splendid Valley.

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boutique hotel opens in lower highlands

boutique hotel opens in lower highlands

“Denver has so much to offer,” he added. “The city’s booming restaurant and bar scene has granted it a great number of accolades making virtually every venue a destination in its own rights. In particular, we picked the neighborhood of Lower Highlands as it marries well with the Life House brand’s ethos being architecturally interesting, growing at a very fast pace, and with a story to tell.”

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U.S. news names boulder no. 1 & denver no. 2 in new best places to live rankings

U.S. news names boulder no. 1 & denver no. 2 in new best places to live rankings

U.S. News & World Report says four Colorado cities are in the Top 5 best places to live in the country. Boulder and Denver came in at No. 1 and No. 2 and Colorado Springs and Fort Collins came in at No. 4 and No. 5 in the 150 Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2020-21 list.

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metro denver’s housing market has staying power, but it will need to get through a bumpy winter.

metro denver’s housing market has staying power, but it will need to get through a bumpy winter.

In Denver, home sales last month rose only 16.3%, but likely because buyers couldn’t find enough to buy. The number of homes listed for sale at the end of October was down nearly 44% over the past year and the median price for a single-family home sold is up 14.3% over the year to $519,900, according to a report from the Denver Metro Association of Realtors.

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financial planning for young adults: mortgage basics and tips for buying your first home

financial planning for young adults: mortgage basics and tips for buying your first home

Are you tired of renting? Are you considering purchasing your first home? Do you dream of owning a house that can provide both you and your family a sense of stability and community?

For many Americans, home ownership is an important part of the American dream. Being a homeowner means having a space to call your own and a place where you belong. It also means being a part of a community. Owning a home may provide other financial benefits, such as the ability to build wealth through home equity, and potentially lower housing costs and savings over the cost of renting.

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