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Real estate’s new Pokéconomy BOULDER – In Redmond, Washington, a recent listing for a newly remodeled home features new hardwood floors, a tankless water heater, a new roof – and a Pokémon Gym less than five minutes away. In a small British Columbia town, a fresh listing advertised a single-family home as “conveniently located between two Pokémon Gyms and has eight Pokéstops within walking distance.” A Lansing, Michigan community is advertising its location as “within a mile of several Pokémon stops and home of recently captured Paras, Shellder, Drowzee, Squirtle, Bellsprout, Odish, and so many more!” We’re all familiar with real estate’s ubiquitous mantra, “location, location, location.” Walking distance to downtown is a definite plus, proximity to trendy coffee shops is key, and having a school nearby all add value to a home’s price. But with the rise in popularity of an augmented reality video game, what if walkability soon gains a virtual component? Welcome to the summer of 2016, where Pokémon Go reigns supreme as
SEAN MCILLWAIN Mod Boulder Real Estate the season’s monolithic cultural phenomenon. Pokémon Go, an augmented reality game played on your Android or iOS device, brings the world of Pokémon (short for “pocket monsters”) to life, allowing players to get outside and catch elusive creatures everywhere – at home, in their backyards and even in public places such as neighborhood sidewalks, local parks and stores. And just like many recent digi-trends, Pokémon Go has quickly found its way into the real estate market. Featured in Craigslist ads, Zillow listings and open house announcements, Pokémon Gyms, Pokéstops and rare Pokémon critters are being used to entice both renters and buyers to certain locations. “This game is sweeping the nation so fast that agents are referencing
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it in the description,” says Nick Baldwin, co-founder of Lab Coat Agents, an online real estate social learning group. “It’s amazing how pop culture can be used to sell homes.” But I’ll back up for a Poké-second. By now, almost everyone’s heard of Pokémon Go and many – many! – around the world are playing (the game has more registered users than Twitter). If you aren’t sure what Pokémon Go is, here’s a quick primer of the basics. “Trainers,” feel free to skip ahead. Pokémon Go basics There are two main focuses playing Pokémon Go: collecting all 145 different types of Pokémon or up-leveling to make your trainer as powerful as you can through various training exercises. And like any role-playing game, the more time you put into it, the better your character (known as a “trainer,” in Poké-speak) will become. Using your device’s GPS, the game scans your surroundings and locates any virtual Pokémon in the area. Some types of Pokémon are common and will pop up regularly, but others are quite rare – and all of them are constantly on the move. When critters appear on your
screen, you’re given the chance to catch it, adding it to your collection, also known as your Pokédex. There are locations that spawn wild Pokémon (offering up opportunities to rack up some of the rarer types), Pokéstops that reward players with extra items, and Gyms that allow players to participate in training exercises that build your Pokémon’s strength – and hopefully take control of the Gym. There’s a wealth of additional details and nuances to the game, but this, my Poké-friend, is the overall gist. A Poké-Listing near Boulder For Boulderites who need a good walking path to hatch eggs, a place buzzing with Pokéstops, and a hotspot with a reputation for spawning rarer Pokémon, make sure to check out Lafayette’s Waneka Lake. The 1.2 mile loop around the lake is great for those on two feet or two wheels, and boasts three Gyms and over a dozen Pokéstops around its shady perimeter. Pokémon’s effect on real estate While Pokémon’s initial effects may be
novel, there’s a definite lasting component to its popularity. In addition to restaurants offering specials on drinks and snacks for Pokémon players and ailing malls using its popularity to rejuvenate lagging foottraffic, both residential and commercial real estate are jumping aboard the Pokémon train. Weekend open houses are advertising nearby Pokéstops and shared office spaces – a growing trend among selfemployed millennials – are doing the same. “With the millennials and open office space, I wouldn’t be surprised if we see advertising office space as a Pokémon Gym now,” said Deborah Bruzzo, a DC-based commercial real estate agent, in a recent interview with CNBC. Above all, the main factor in using Pokémon Go’s popularity is increasing foot traffic. If Pokémon ushers in more feet, eyeballs and wallets into open houses, the foot traffic could give the impression of increased competition for that listing, driving the number of offers and possibly even the sale price. This trend, my Poké-friends, may be the latest way real estate agents are playing the game by using the game.
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Using social media to sell your home LOVELAND – When
it comes to marketing your home for sale, your listing agent will leverage a wide range of online marketing resources, social media being one of them. Although your agent may use social media to tap into his/her social network, it is important for you to take advantage of your own social network. Here are a few ways that you can help market your home for sale and compliment the efforts of your Realtor. Share listing details Ask your Realtor for the best link to use for your listing. It may be a link to MLS or perhaps your Realtor’s personal website. The link should include full details of your home along with photos and/or video tours. Be
sure to share this link on all of your social media accounts, and ask your friends to share it too! Take lifestyle shots Photos are huge when it comes to social media. Use this to your advantage! Share individual photos with captions, focusing on the great features of your home. For example, you may share a photo of your filled Jacuzzi tub surrounded by candles, you enjoying a refreshing beverage on your lovely patio, someone snuggling up to the fireplace with a hot cup of cocoa, or kids playing games in the backyard. Lifestyle photos may not be the shots used to formally market your listing but are key to social media marketing. Each time you share an image,
Record short videos Videos are another huge element of social media marketing. A formal video tour is great for professional marketing avenues, but won’t really work for personal social media networks. Instead, focus on short video snippets on individual benefits of your home. Similar to lifestyle shots, you’ll want to highlight the amenities in your home.
You can help market your home for sale and compliment the efforts of your Realtor in a number of ways.
Use humor Whenever possible, use humor in your personal marketing efforts. People love light-hearted posts that are creative and funny. You don’t have to be so formal when it comes to social media. In fact, it’s important not to be. By using your personal social network, you can play an active role in marketing your home for sale. Your Realtor can only
reach his/her network, but there’s so much value in your own network of friends and acquaintances. Maximum exposure for your listing ultimately leads to more buyers and potential offers. Suzanne Plewes is a broker associate at RE/ MAX Alliance. Write to 750 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland, CO 80537, call 970.290.0373 or e-mail suzanneplewes@remax.net.
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RE/MAX of Boulder is pleased to welcome Donna Voss, again! By Tom Kalinski, RE/MAX of Boulder
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BOULDER – Originally hailing from the East Coast, Donna grew up in northeastern Connecticut and graduated from the University of Connecticut. After attending law school for one year, she moved to Boulder in 1984 because she thought it was an incredibly beautiful place to live in. She immediately started out in real estate in Colorado as an office manager for Bodin Realty. Later she raised her two daughters while also obtaining her MBA in finance and accounting with honors from Regis University in 1993. In 1994, Donna began working as a real estate assistant at RE/ MAX of Boulder and she became a licensed Realtor in 1995. She transferred to Colorado Group in 1999 and in 2009 she moved to Bodin Realty. Donna was recently welcomed
back to RE/MAX of Boulder. She says, “I’m happy to return to RE/MAX of Boulder to be surrounded by so many experienced professionals who are such a pleasure to work with and learn from.” To advance her real estate expertise, Donna has earned her Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) as well as Graduate of the Realtor Institute (GRI) designations. She loves working with clients whether they are buying or selling, and remarks, “It is always wonderful meeting new people, building friendly working relationships, and helping clients reach their goals.” Donna lives in Boulder with her husband Paul. Her younger daughter and grandson also live in Boulder, while her oldest daughter lives in California.
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Donna is a member of Mountain View Methodist Church, and is currently serving as the 2016 President of the Buffalo Belles, a CU-Boulder volunteer group, which raises scholarship money for CU student-athletes. Donna is an avid runner and has participated in numerous Boulder Bolders, several Steamboat halfmarathons, and a few sprint triathlons. She also enjoys being on the water, and delights in snow skiing, hiking and cooking. To learn more about RE/MAX of Boulder, visit boulderco.com or call 303.449.7000.
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Home loans for veterans: Everything you need to know By Michele Lerner, Bankrate.com (TNS) If you or your spouse has served in the military or the National Guard, chances are you’re eligible for a loan guaranty from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. “VA loans are a low risk for lenders and a great benefit for veterans,” said Patrick Cunningham, vice president and partner at Home Savings and Trust Mortgage in Fairfax, Va. The Department of Veterans Affairs reports that more than 631,000 loans for veterans were approved in 2015. The VA loan guaranty program, part of the 1944 GI Bill of Rights, was designed to ease the transition of veterans into civilian life while also spurring the U.S. economy, said Louise Thaxton, branch manager of Fairway Independent Mortgage Corp. in Leesville, La. Who can finance a home with a VA loan? Many veterans pay attention to their education and medical benefits but are unaware that they may qualify for this homeownership benefit, said Joseph J. Murin of NewDay USA, a VA mortgage lender based in Fulton, Md. Members of the military are eligible for a VA loan guaranty after they have actively served for 90 days during wartime or 180 days during peacetime. Murin said members of the National Guard and reservists are eligible after six years or, if they have been called for active service during wartime, 90 days. Surviving spouses of someone who died during active duty or due to a service-related disability are also eligible. Criteria for VA financing also includes meeting loan guidelines for credit and income eligibility.
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While Thaxton said that typically with a VA loan a co-borrower’s income can be considered only if the borrowers are married, two veterans who aren’t married can get a VA loan together. A veteran who wants to buy with a non-spouse, nonveteran co-borrower must make a down payment of at least 12.5 percent. Loans for veterans are generally available for primary residences only. Why choose a VA loan? Borrowers can finance 100 percent of their home purchase. “Not only is there no down payment requirement, but eligible borrowers don’t pay mortgage insurance as they would with any (Federal Housing Administration) loan or with a conventional mortgage with a down payment of less than 20 percent,” said Cunningham. Loans for veterans typically have interest rates comparable to the best conventional loan rates, he said. “There’s no rate adjustment for a lower credit score, so for someone with a low score that could mean as much as a 1 percent difference on a conventional loan,” said Cunningham. “The funding fee for the program pays for a government guarantee to protect lenders in case of a default.” Funding fees range from 1.25 percent to 2.4 percent for firsttime VA loan borrowers. “VA loans are underwritten specifically for veterans and rely on more than just a credit score,” said Murin. “We focus mostly on the disposable income of the borrowers since that’s the biggest
indicator of whether someone will default.” When should you use a VA loan? You can use your eligibility multiple times, said Thaxton. You can even have more than one VA loan at a time, depending on how much of your eligibility you used the first time. “The funding fee will be higher when you take out a second VA loan, sometimes as high as 3.3 percent,” said Thaxton. “Most of our borrowers are refinancing a VA loan with a cash-out refinance to consolidate their debt,” said Murin. “Our older borrowers benefit from this opportunity to clean up their finances.” But the 3.3 percent funding fee can be cost-prohibitive for veterans refinancing from an FHA or conventional loan into a VA loan, said Cunningham. A VA loan expert can help you compare other loan options and decide whether the funding fee is costlier than paying mortgage insurance, said Thaxton. Where can you use a VA loan? While loans for veterans are available throughout the U.S. for properties with one to four units, the limits on the loans vary according to housing costs in your county. The VA loan limits conform to the limits for conventional financing established by the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The limit is $417,000 in most areas and up to $625,500 in high-cost housing markets. “The ability to buy a house for as much as $625,500 in the D.C. area without a down payment
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is a great benefit for vets,” said Cunningham. “In addition, if you want to use a jumbo VA loan and buy a more expensive property, you just have to make a down payment of 25 percent of the difference between the home price and the loan limit.” For example, buyers of a $700,000 home would need to pay 25 percent of $74,500 (the difference between $700,000 and $625,500), or $18,625, a significant savings compared with a traditional jumbo loan. A 5 percent down payment on a $700,000 loan would be $35,000. How to apply for a VA loan The first step for borrowers is to obtain a certificate of eligibility for a VA loan through the VA office or a lender. Next, borrowers need to find a lender experienced with VA loans. “It’s important to find a lender experienced with VA loans who can also be an advocate for the veteran,” said Murin. Borrowers can work with a lender to decide how to pay the funding fee, which varies depending on your service and the amount of the down payment, if any. Some disabled veterans can get the fee waived, said Cunningham. Once borrowers have a loan preapproval, they can begin looking for a home to buy and make an offer. Loans for veterans require a VA appraisal and a VA home inspection to make sure the property is priced appropriately and is habitable. Up to 4 percent of closing costs can be paid by the seller, said Cunningham. Visit Bankrate at bankrate.com.
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How to keep your home from looking dated Trends happen to the best of us, as they should. Everyone should relish the style of their current era, live in the moment and make memories in their own heyday. Unfortunately style isn’t eternal, and sometimes no matter how much money and time you invest in decorating your home (or how few trends you fall for), your interior decor becomes dated, and the look you once loved doesn’t work as well. Despite your best efforts, that brightly colored accent wall you painted in the ‘90s just isn’t looking so fresh anymore, is it? This doesn’t mean you have bad taste or that your house is old; it’s just that this part of your home is starting to look a little dated. So how do you passe-proof your home? Ahead, we listed a few tips to keep your dwelling up-to-date. Figure out your personal style first You know which clothing styles work on your body, but do you know what decor suits your abode? Knowing your personal interior style is crucial if you want to create a home you’ll love beyond the current season.
No one can afford to take that risk. So ask yourself the following: What defines my personal taste? What colors do I love? And why? The key is to determine your personal style fundamentals first; then build on them.
to be white either; it just needs to be fresh. Painting is the simplest and cheapest way to update your home when it’s starting to feel a little unfashionable. Whether you do it yourself or hire a good contractor, you’ll hit a home run.
Have a flexible color theme as the base Pick a base color palette that allows for some flexibility as the trends change each season. While many will expect this to be a mostly neutral theme, leading Australian interior designer Shaynna Blaze says it’s all about warm and cool, and “whether you love white and gray or cream and stone as a base to build your colors on.” Once you settle on a preference, sticking to that constant color theme throughout your home should prevent it from looking dated too quickly and ensure it survives the seasonal trends. It’s the perfect backdrop to feature period pieces, so you can still have fun with timely styles.
Avoid themed rooms You might be in a Moroccan mood right now, but will you still love that boho vibe in five years’ time? It’s okay to throw in some Aztec accents and the odd printed pouf or exotic throw, but entire rooms built around just the one theme will become dated very quickly. Mix it up, and fuse elements of the look you love with modern and traditional decor that will complement each other and work together over the long term.
Keep your paint job fresh Nothing screams modern like a newly painted interior. It doesn’t have
ASK THE EXPERT BOULDER – As a buyer you should not expect a home to be delivered like it is new construction unless it is. If you are under the false impression that a home inspection is for creating a long punch list that will be remedied by the seller you are mistaken. Most sellers realize that a home inspection is not the buyer’s opportunity to change the contract terms. Sometimes buyers will ask for repairs of items that were clearly visible September 2-3, 2016
Layering is good, but have restraint So you’ve finally discovered your personal style. You’ve added a few sentimental trinkets to the room and a couple of themed decorations you’re into, but then your partner added theirs too. You added some furniture you just inherited, and you got a good deal on some
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cute decor at the local flea market... Okay, so now you have to stop. We love a little layering: It creates a diverse space that keeps the eye moving. But it can also restrict your home and add years to its appearance. Try to make some time every quarter, as the new season hits, to cull the items in each space of your home. It’s an easy yet impactful update that costs nothing! Be prepared to embrace change In the end, despite all of the above, you have to be adaptable and move with the times. Interiors are changing quicker than ever, and they’re not about to slow down anytime soon. If you’re open to change, you can adapt your home quickly to embrace the newness as it arrives and find a way to intersperse it. It can be simple things like changing your cushions, giving your living room a lift with some new artwork or updating the hardware in your bathroom to bring it from drab to fab. Budget for the next wave Interior trends have a habit of changing on us, but that shouldn’t stop you
from buying that “in” piece you really love. Put aside a budget that allows you to move within the times and enjoy those sporadic moments; it’s fun to play with what’s new. But really consider what you spend your money on because furniture trend cycles are shorter than ever before in the “Age of Disposable Decor.” We suggest a separate savings account for the major makeovers such as the bathroom or kitchen. These can be costly too; on average, a high-end kitchen can set you back over $50,000. As the two biggest and most frequented rooms of the house, they are the first thing to make your home look dated. Don’t say to yourself, “Oh well, I hired a designer five or 10 years ago.” We’re here to say it’s time for a refresh. That’s when that dedicated decor savings account will come in handy. Get the latest on home decor trends, design ideas, and more at DomaineHome.com.
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before an offer has been made. Buyers should not ask for repairs of items that were noticed before the writing of a contract. If they feel something needs to be addressed monetarily they should do it in the offer upfront. An example: The seller to fix or replace it after a home inspection. This negotiation should have place during contract negotiations. If you are the seller and negotiating home inspection items, it is best
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can be much stress and uncertainty involved in doing the repair work. It is best to avoid that if possible. Buyers are likely to be extremely picky about the quality of the work and may ask for even more work if they are unhappy. In most states the seller is not obligated to repair a home before selling it, as long as they are upfront and honest through the course of the sale.
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utumn in Colorado is spectacular. But the changing colors and cooler evenings are also a good reminder that it is time to check your home’s heating system for the cold weather ahead. If you keep your furnace in good condition, it can last a decade or longer. But even heating systems that were built several years ago don’t deliver the same performance and cost savings that a new high efficiency unit can. These newer systems are designed to maximize the volume of warm air that is captured during each heating cycle. “Most standard heaters use a single primary heat exchanger that delivers about 80 percent efficiency,” explains Jeff Richard, general manager at Northern Colorado Air in Fort Collins and Longmont. “That means that you are sending 20 percent of your heat outside.” 10
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When the burners light up, the fire heats the air. Then 80% of the heated air goes into your house and 20% exits out of your home through an exhaust vent. The temperature of this exhaust air can exceed 375 degrees. Compare this to the latest high efficiency furnaces, designed to deliver 93 to 98.7% efficiency by using an advanced dual heat exchanger design. The primary exchanger captures most of the heat, but then the heated air takes an additional pass through a second stainless steel exchanger. This keeps more heat in your home and sends less back outside. The temperature of the exhaust air from a high efficiency system is around 95 degrees – an improvement that saves on utility bills and natural resources. Homes are more energy efficient than ever. Investing in technology upgrades like a high efficiency furnace can make a lot of
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sense. The team at Northern Colorado Air understands heating technologies and the latest consumer research. They are ready to share their knowledge and provide expert consultation on choosing the best furnace for your home. You may also qualify for rebates when you upgrade to a new high efficiency unit. Ask your Northern Colorado Air representative for more information. Higher efficiency, lower bills … and safety Most people are familiar with the older technology of heating. A heat exchanger is the other important part of the system. The exchanger keeps noxious gas fumes produced by combustion out of the heated air that is pushed into your home’s interior. To do that safely, it must have an airtight seal. A leaky exchanger can allow deadly carbon monoxide to escape into the air your family breathes. “The industry standard is, if there is a crack or hole in the heat exchanger, it has
to be replaced. These breaks are a result of metal fatigue, from all the repetitive heating cycles. You can’t weld or patch them,” Jeff Richard says. A damaged heat exchanger doesn’t automatically mean the whole furnace needs to be replaced, though. Furnace warranties can extend 15 to 20 years, so many homeowners are pleased to find that their heat exchanger is still under warranty and can be replaced at a nominal expense. If the damaged heat exchanger is out of warranty, it’s usually more cost effective to invest that money into a new heating system – and a brand new warranty. Scheduling an annual furnace checkup is the best way to ensure your home’s heating system is in good condition and operating safely. A Northern Colorado Air certified technician will examine the blower assembly and clean away any dirt and debris, which can interfere with proper ignition. Heat exchangers, venting and the gas pressure are all checked, then your furnace is put through its cycles as a final test. At the end of the visit, you know
your furnace is ready for the season. Take advantage of this furnace check-up special offer Keep your family warm this fall and save big time! Schedule an $89 furnace check today by calling 303-684-8875. Northern Colorado Air is locally owned and family operated, with more than 40 years experience in heating and air conditioning. The team is proud to serve loyal customers all along the Front Range corridor, from Boulder north to Wellington, Estes Park east to Greeley.
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A crack or hole in the heat exchanger is a result of metal fatigue, from repetitive heating cycles.
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OpenHomes Quick Guide
City
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Open House Street Time
Visit AtHomeColorado.com for a complete listing and map of open homes in the area.
Price
Agent
Company
Phone
Boulder
Saturday
11am-1pm
5126 Williams Fork Trail #201
$215,000
Marcia Cotlar
8z Real Estate
720-352-9755
Boulder
Sunday
12pm-2pm
5451 Crestone Cir
$580,000
Cheryl Shatz
RE/MAX Alliance
303-570-0949
Boulder
Saturday & Sunday
1pm-3pm
215 South 38th Street
$640,000
Judy Pitt
WK Real Estate
303-541-1937
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
4864 10th St
$725,000
Lorrie Trussell
RE/MAX Alliance
720-235-2409
Boulder
Saturday & Sunday
1pm-5pm
1107 Mountain Pines Road
$750,000
Jimmy Keith
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-898-2795
Boulder
Sunday
2pm-4pm
6611 Lakeview Drive
$795,000
Jeff Middaugh, Broker
Jeff Middaugh Real Estate
303-494-6148
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
875 Meadow Glen Drive
$825,000
Neil Kearney
Kearney Realty Co.
303-818-4055
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-5pm
4522 13th Street Unit E
$875,000
Michael Rebich
ReMax of Boulder
303-478-3207
Boulder
Saturday & Sunday
1pm-3pm
3971 Montclair Lane
$955,000
Mark Remington
WK Real Estate
303-489-8054
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
920 Grant Pl
$1,600,000
Catherine Burgess
Colorado Landmark, Realtors
303-506-5669
Boulder
Saturday
1pm-3pm
901 Hawthorn Ave
$1,695,000
Karen Barrocas
RE/MAX Alliance
303-817-6772
Boulder
Sunday
1pm-3pm
901 Hawthorn Ave
$1,695,000
Karen Barrocas
RE/MAX Alliance
303-817-6772
Boulder
Saturday & Sunday
10:30am-3pm
3763 Wonderland Hill Ave
$2,495,000
Jessica Wayman
Boulder
Daily
11am-5pm
3092 Big Horn St
$1M +
Roz Giannasi Pinon
Markel Homes: Kalmia38, Northfield Village & Northfield Commons
303-442-0309
Broomfield
Saturday
11am-2pm
9934 Garland Dr
$344,500
Christina Davies
RE/MAX Alliance on Walnut
720-273-3452
Erie
Sunday
1pm-2pm
2790 Fairway Pointe
$430,000
Kate O'Brien-Hansen
TrailRidge Realty
720-465-7005
Frederick
Saturday
11am-1pm
336 Walnut Drive
$285,000
Chad Martin
ERA Tradewind Real Estate
720-526-8811
Longmont
Saturday
1pm-3pm
801 Confidence Drive #17
$295,000
Suzy Williamson
RE/MAX Alliance
720-491-9885
Longmont
Saturday
12pm2pm
1412 Clover Creek Drive
$460,000
Alyson Canepa
RE/MAX Traditions
303-912-4663
Longmont
Sunday
11am-1pm
1895 3rd Ave
$589,000
Suzy Williamson
RE/MAX Alliance
720-491-9885
Longmont
Daily
11am-5pm
918 Half Measures Dr
$600k+
Marlita Lazo
Markel Homes: Prospect NewTown
303-522-7928
Longmont
Thursday - Sunday
12pm-4pm
1437 Moonlight Drive
Starting in the high$300,000's.
Chris Sweeney/ Stan Meade
Pedal To Properties
720-480-6106/ 303-817-7777
Louisville
Wednesday-Monday
11am-5pm
1805 Blue Star Lane - Model Home
$700k's+
Michele Steward
Markel Homes - North End
303-604-9196
Lyons
Saturday
11am-1pm
3141 Riverside Drive
$275,000
Lynne McDougal
WK Real Estate
303-947-1557
Lyons
Saturday & Sunday
12pm-2pm
1110 5th Avenue
$439,000
Mark Webber
Twin Peaks Living Colorado Real Estate
720-291-9812
Lyons
Sunday
12pm-2pm
152 Stone Canyon Drive
$695,000
Lydia Waskul
RE/MAX of Boulder, Inc.
303-981-8432
Lyons
By appointment
11am-5pm
334 McConnell Drive
$500,000+
Marlita Lazo
Markel Homes
303-823-6814
Niwot
Sunday
1pm-4pm
6351 Somerset Drive
$1,995,000
Steven DeWitt
6351 Somerset Drive LLC
303-652-3353
303 895-6718
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open Homes Tues-Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-6
OPEN SATURDAY 11AM-1PM 3141 Riverside Drive, Lyons, (Raymond) $275,000
10266 Bluegrass St, Firestone
$599,000
Dream cabin on the River! A perfect summer retreat. Open Floor plan, vaulted ceilings, spiral staircase to loft. Charming screened porch & deck. Beautifully furnished. Directions: S on Hwy 7 from Lyons 13.2 mi. Left at Raymond 1 mile sign to Raymond General Store. R on Riverside 9/10 mi to Spruce Vale bridge. Left and left to end of road. Charming! Lynne McDougal 303-947-1557 Lynne@LynneMcDougal.com www.3141.wkre.com www.LynneMcDougal.com
Stunning 3-story, 7 bed, formal model home in the desirable Neighbor’s Point in Firestone! Private bedroom w bath on the main floor. Gourmet kitchen w/granite & stainless GE appliances, cooktop & double oven. Unique 3rd floor attic finish. Fully landscaped yard w/fence and custom granite BBQ. MLS #800828 Visit the model at 10280 Bluegrass St. Kathy Beck 970-213-8475
Model Home Located at 1437 Moonlight Drive, Longmont
Open Sunday 12PM-2PM
Office Hours: Thursday – Sunday 12pm-4pm Two-story and ranch plans available Homes starting in the high-$300,000’s Call for more information and inventory
2790 Fairway Point, Erie CO
$430,000
Stan Meade Chris Sweeney 303.817.7777 720.480.6106 www.pedaltoproperties.com
Leanne Goff • 720-465-7005
Open Saturday 12PM-2PM
JUST LISTED
1412 Clover Creek Drive ~ Longmont $460,000
www.AlysonSellsHomes.com
Open House Saturday 11am-1pm
336 Walnut Dr., Frederick $285,000
3 bedrooms, 4 baths, 3 car garage. Awesome & unique finished basement Backs to open space. Close for Boulder commute. Close to schools & shopping
Traditions
Brandi Garifi 720-291-0899
Nice Ranch with Fully Finished Basement. Including 2nd Kitchen. New Roof and Vinyl Floors. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2288 Sq Ft, 2 car garage. Directions: Hwy 52 East to Colorado Blvd, North on Colorado, East on Tipple North on Walnut Dr. MLS #799646
Alyson Canepa • 303-912-4663
Chad Martin • 720-526-8811
Open Sat & Sun 12pm-2pm 1110 5th Ave., Lyons
$439,000
Directions: Hwy 36 thru Lyons, north on 5th Ave (next to Stone Cup) to end of street.
Comfortable 1750sf 3bdrm, 2bath modular ranch home nestled on 1/2 acre lot. Walk to downtown. New roof, siding, air conditioner, furnace, flooring, front deck. Pellet stove, beautiful wood floor in family room. Oversized 22x30’ 2-car attached garage. Views of foothills.
Mark Webber • Twin Peaks Living Colorado Real Estate • 720-291-9812
For advertising information, please call Toni McNeill 303.684.5329 or Thais Hafer 303.473.1456 For a complete listing and map of open homes in the area visit AtHomeColorado.com September 2-3, 2016
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HOME AND GARDEN
Fitting tribute to Star Trek BOULDER COUNTY – In the pantheon of iconic television shows with lasting effect on our lives, one that stands out in my world is Star Trek. The science-fiction series was groundbreaking in its day, showcasing technologies that would actually come true, like communicators (cell phones), hologram conferencing (Telepresence technology), or tricorders (NASA’s LOCAD). On its 50th anniversary September 8, we celebrate the short-lived series that grew into a movie and television powerhouse. Star Trek boldly went where no man had gone before, bringing strange aliens, teleporters and telepathic rocks to our living rooms. It also launched at least one career – mine – when the bug-like lifeform from Ceti Alpha 5 crawled into Mr. Chekhov’s ear in a particularly nasty scene from The Wrath of Kahn. Who wouldn’t want to become an entomologist after watching that?
CAROL O’MEARA
Colorado State University Extension, Boulder County Fandom around this show helped it grow into the franchise that continues to produce movies. Inevitably, it’s spilled over into flowers and plants, so for those who want to honor the show in your yard’s outer space, here are a few garden ideas. And though we can’t have Talosian Singing plants with their flute-like sounds, these are still crowd pleasers.
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Captain Kirk hosta is a light and dark green, large leafed plant that’s hardy to zone 3. Named for the dashing, daring, haltingly-speaking leader, the hosta is a must have Star Trek plant.
If squirrels, raccoons and rabbits aren’t enough wildlife for you, pop in some Triticale, a hybrid of wheat and rye. The annual grain is attractive in dried flower arrangements and could possibly attract Tribbles, the cute fuzzballs that infested the Starship Enterprise. For those who say “Dang it, Carol, I’m a gardener, not a zookeeper,” read on for plants and flowers. Captain Kirk hosta is a light and dark green, large leafed plant that’s hardy to zone 3. Named for the dashing, daring, haltinglyspeaking leader, the hosta is a must have Star Trek plant. Introduced in 1999 the plant keeps a well-behaved, mounded habit and is resistant to slugs. It pairs nicely with the hostas Enterprise and Starship in a shady area of the yard. Spock’s Ears daylily sports crispate petals, which give this flower the pinched-tip look of the famous Vulcan’s ears. Fascinating. But unlike its namesake, the flower isn’t entirely green; the purple and lavender petals simply surround a chartreuse throat. Hardy to zone 4a. Pair Spock’s Ears with Photon Torpedo daylily, a fuchsia flower with yellow throat, and your garden will jump into warp speed with color. Keep the space theme flying with Moonflower (Ipomoea alba). An annual in our area, it’s huge, white flowers seem to shine at night. Be sure to give it a trellis, so it can climb for the heavens.
For dazzling daytimes, pop in Jupiter’s beard (Ceranthus ruber) or Cosmos. Both like sunny spots and are relatively carefree. Want an aggressive display of color? Add the iris Klingon Princess, a tough as nails yellow and lavender flower. A dwarf bearded iris, their beauty should be enjoyed but not ingested: they’re poisonous. Another iris to consider is Starship Enterprise. Starship Enterprise is a stunner: crisp white standards are held tall above gorgeous, magenta and yellow ringed falls. Rounding out the list is Celosia Star Trek Pink Adobe, an nice annual that adds a touch of fun to garden beds. There’s also a rhododendron named Star Trek, but let’s not get crazy; our dry, alkaline soils wouldn’t be a hospitable habitat for them. However you choose to celebrate the Star Trek anniversary, may your gardens live long and prosper. Colorado State University Extension, together with Boulder County Parks and Open Space, provides unbiased, research-based information about consumer and family issues, horticulture, natural resources, agriculture and 4-H youth development. For more information contact Extension at the Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Box B, Longmont, 303.678.6238, or visit ext.colostate.edu/boulder.
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DESIGN RECIPES
The art of downsizing By Cathy Hobbs, Tribune News Service (TNS) These days, for many homeowners, bigger isn’t always better. Many Americans are opting for minimalism and smaller homes over mega mansions and extravagance. Whether you prefer a small, cozy home over a larger, more cavernous one, are an empty nester or just prefer to live a more minimal lifestyle, downsizing is a current trend not only in real estate, but also in home decor. How to downsize? Downsizing can mean anything from living surrounded by fewer things to living in a smaller dwelling. Regardless, the approach is the same: Focus on what matters to you most. In many instances people purchase larger homes in which they are only using a part of it. Unused spare bedrooms, empty rooms and underused sections of a home, some may consider wasted space. Downsizing means eliminating waste and paring down.
Where to begin One of the best starting points in downsizing relates to asking yourself what you need and what matters the most to you. The following checklist may help as well. – Purge! Begin by getting rid of the excess. – Identify. Identify your favorite things, items you are not willing to sell or give away. – Separate. Separate items you wish to donate or sell from those you wish to keep and store. – Plan. In the case of downsizing from a larger space to a smaller one, pre-planning is key. Most homeowners make the mistake of believing their smaller space is larger than it is. The result? Transferring too many items from their current home to their new residence. In planning your downsized space, be sure to decide specifically how you wish to have all spaces within your residence
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Should I use task lighting in my kitchen? By Kaley Belakovich, Angie’s List (TNS) Looking for ways to spice up your kitchen? Consider task lighting. Task lighting performs a specific function in the designated space. Steve Wilcox, owner of Wilcox Electric in Hyattsville, Md., says task lighting essentially serves as work lighting. Benefits of task lighting In kitchens, task lighting most often appears as under cabinet lighting, illuminating the countertops so when you’re cooking, concentrated light focuses on your workspace. “Personally, I have always encouraged task lighting as opposed to over-lighting the ceiling,” Wilcox says. “You don’t want 50 recessed lights, because you’ll still get shades and shadows.” In addition to lighting your workspace, task lighting can improve the aesthetic appeal of your kitchen. “Everyone is spending so much money on countertops, so you get that ‘wow’ factor,” Wilcox says. Jerry Martin, owner of Jermar
Electric in Cape Coral, Fla., says task lighting can also double as accent lighting. “Some you can use as dual purpose, where it’s good lighting if you’re working, but if you have a nice backsplash in your kitchen, tile or granite or something like that, it highlights it at night when it’s lit up well,” Martin says. Cost of task lighting According to Martin, kitchen task lighting typically includes use of one of three types of light bulbs: hockey puck lights, LED strip lights and LED tape lights. Hockey puck halogen lights cost the least – about $350 or more for installing three lights. However, they tend to get hot when in use, and you have to replace the bulbs, so Martin says many don’t want to deal with the hassle if they can afford other options. LED strip lighting burns cool, so you don’t need to worry about extra heat in the kitchen. A couple of LED strip lights plus installation costs $500 or more. LED tape lights measure by the foot. According to Martin, these
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Task lighting allows you to use concentrated light over small spaces rather than overhead lights over large spaces. (Photo by Summer Galyan)
lights make countertops pop the most. Eight feet of LED tape lights plus installation costs $650 or more. Keep in mind that costs may increase due to the complexity of the job. No two kitchens feature the same counters, cabinets or wiring, so some jobs may prove more complicated, and the price will increase accordingly. Other considerations for task lighting Remember to think about light switch location when talking to your contractor about task lighting. Keep the light switch next to the area you’ll work in. You don’t want to need to turn the light on when you’re busy and have to walk across the room every time to do it. Consider an additional light switch around a wall leading out of the kitchen. That way, you can turn the light off as you leave the room. Also consider under which cabinets you want to include
lights and what you store in those cabinets. If you’re using lights that get hot, such as halogen lights, make sure you don’t store food in your cabinets. You don’t want to grab a bag of chocolate chips to make cookies only to find the chocolate at one time melted into one big clump because of your under cabinet lighting. Instead, make sure to store items that heat won’t affect in cabinets with lighting. Wilcox says homeowners should also search for task lighting that dims to get the most out of your lighting. “At that point, now I go from task lighting to accent lighting with the same fixture, same application,” Wilcox says. “You can do that through dimmers.” Kaley Belakovich is a reporter for Angie’s List, a trusted provider of local consumer reviews and an online marketplace of services from top-rated providers. Visit AngiesList.com.
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Boulder Area Real Estate Statistics July 2016
Year to Date
HOUSE SALES Average Sales Price
Sold Listings Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total
Sold Inventory Listings 94 243 33 47 31 35 131 170 17 33 15 35 47 175 5 29 56 172 14 21 443 960
Avg. Sales Price $1,030,667 $523,687 $664,097 $384,320 $634,725 $501,267 $665,748 $1,353,800 $780,830 $587,985
Days on Market 62 57 47 41 41 57 70 109 39 43
Median Sales Price $833,000 $480,000 $570,000 $345,000 $542,000 $540,000 $470,000 $1,500,000 $305,000 $573,500
Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total
Thru Jul-15 625 284 192 836 121 58 245 52 83 54 2,550
Thru Jul-16 557 223 149 764 103 71 214 41 62 37 2,221
% Chg (10.9) (21.5) (22.4) (8.6) (14.9) 22.4 (12.7) (21.2) (25.3) (31.5)
Thru Jul-15 $915,462 $443,582 $495,248 $376,692 $562,004 $435,111 $512,206 $751,886 $663,278 $567,347
Thru Jul-16 $1,019,782 $484,902 $589,203 $414,633 $636,200 $440,655 $626,194 $1,103,700 $737,147 $625,218
CONDO & TOWNHOME SALES
Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total
Avg. Sales Price $482,514 $245,208 $335,698 $292,365 $375,000 $0 $0 $266,000 $294,430 $359,500
Days on Market 42 31 152 56 43 0 0 45 39 20
Median Sales Price $420,000 $244,880 $346,750 $263,250 $360,000 $0 $0 $266,000 $305,000 $359,500
Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior Total
Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior
Thru Jul-15 69 57 62 60 48 159 124 72 73 54
Thru Jul-16 72 63 54 51 55 103 106 106 76 37
% Chg 4.3 10.5 (12.9) (15.0) 14.6 (35.2) (14.5) 47.2 4.1 (31.5)
Thru Jul-15 $750,000 $409,250 $451,000 $325,000 $520,000 $471,250 $429,000 $627,450 $558,967 $508,800
Thru Jul-15 510 27 80 197 37 0 1 8 83 29 972
Thru Jul-16 368 31 93 153 32 2 1 8 62 20 770
Days on Market
Average Sales Price
Sold Listings Sold Inventory Listings 66 62 8 3 20 8 26 25 4 8 0 0 0 0 2 1 10 7 2 4 138 118
11.4 9.3 19.0 10.1 13.2 1.3 22.3 46.8 11.1 10.2
Location
Thru Jul-16 $863,000 $457,500 $503,500 $360,000 $645,000 $435,000 $470,000 $915,000 $608,750 $619,575
Year to Date
July 2016 Statistics Location
Median Sales Price
Days on Market % Chg
% Chg (27.8) 14.8 16.3 (22.3) (13.5) N/A 0.0 0.0 (25.3) (31.0)
Thru Jul-15 $380,161 $209,389 $253,420 $233,809 $358,168 0 $560,000 $200,375 $245,187 $268,483
Thru Jul-16 $462,251 $256,613 $325,106 $299,218 $360,056 315000 $156,672 $223,188 $309,197 $366,212
% Chg 21.6 22.6 28.3 28.0 0.5 N/A (72.0) 11.4 26.1 36.4
Location Boulder Erie Lafayette Longmont Louisville Lyons Mountains Niwot Plains Superior
Thru Jul-15 43 41 83 42 56 0 96 43 33 34
Median Sales Price
Thru Jul-16 40 35 124 97 43 40 40 31 30 38
% Chg (7.0) (14.6) 49.4 131.0 (23.2) N/A (58.3) (27.9) (9.1) 11.8
Thru Jul-15 $305,000 $205,000 $232,697 $219,000 $319,100 $0 $560,000 $181,000 $211,000 $262,500
Thru Jul-16 $405,500 $240,000 $346,700 $280,000 $299,000 $315,000 $156,672 $189,500 $287,500 $353,000
For more information contact: Kenneth Hotard *303.442.3585* khotard@barastaff.com Data Source: IRES- Information Real Estate Services
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3BR 3BA Tri-Level FSBO on 1/2 Acre in Loveland:
2-car garage + 3-car shop in rear w/ RV parking, living room w/ fireplace & family room w/ wood stove, new hardwood floors, new roof, gutters & skylights. $332,500.
970-227-8086.
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Mountain Real Estate
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FSBO 2 BR 1 & 1/4 BA Condo: Great Views. Occupied by Long Term AAA Tenant Who Would Like to Continue on Long Term Lease.
Well Maintained Ranch Style Home in Longmont:
1450 sq ft. 3 Bedroom 1.75 Bath 2-Car Garage, Covered Patio, Fenced Back Yard with Automatic Irrigation System.
$310,000, FSBO.
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Townhomes/ 5003 Condos for Sale
For Sale $54,900 or $49,900 Cash 2014 Legacy Mobile Home
3 Bedroom 2 Bath Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer.
Blue Spruce Village Mobile Home Park Berthoud. No Dogs. Park Space Rent: $450 per month , trash service incl.
970-532-2183
COMING SOON! West Pearl 2-story luxury townhome. End unit with single family character. Quiet street, 4 blocks to the mall. 3BR/2-Bath, 1612sf. $1.5M. By Owner - 303-443-9114
5007
Mobile Home For Sale
Double wide 3BR 2BA Mobile Home for Sale - $69,900: Large Kitchen w/ Laundry area, Large Living room, Split Floor plan w/ Master Bed/Bath on 1 end & 2 Beds/Bath on the other. Central A/C. Very Nice Home w/ Great Features.
Blue Spruce Village Mobile Home Park Beautiful Berthoud. Park Space Rent: $450 per month, trash service incl.
Pool (in summer), playground, tennis & horseshoe courts, softball diamond, hiking access to Roosevelt National forest. Beautiful stone fireplace(with blower), knotty pine decor & furniture inc., washer/dryer, satellite TV, fenced yard, front & back decks, gorgeous mountain views. Only 20 min. to Estes, 45 min. to Longmont. 600 sq ft 1Br in gorgeous
Devin O’Branagan
5% Return Long Term Investment. Nego. All Agents & Brokers Honored 3%.
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303-775-0710
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714-768-8566
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Misc. Real Estate
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2 acres. Zone R3. Avail. now. N. Longmont. 303-776-0403
5015
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One of a Kind Rare 1.1 Acres - W 156th Ave & Navajo St, Broomfield Area 80023! Paid Water Tap/ Broomfield Water.
oneacrelot@q.com (720) 899-0334 or (303) 451-9584
5201
Call Melissa Garcia, Broker, 303-823-0701 for info or appointment.
No Dogs. Call for Appointment
970-532-2183
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Water Rights
Fully furnished 3 BR (plus sleeping den), 1-3/4 bath townhome in Mountain Shadows. Incredible view over-looking Shanahan Ranch. Bus route. City’s best schools: Mesa, Southern Hills, Fairview. Pool, clubhouse. $3,000 per month. Robyn:
Want to purchase minerals and other oil/gas interests. Send details to: P.O. Box 13557, Denver, CO 80201
6000
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Homes for Rent
303-945-1090.
Big Elk Community (plowed year-round, social activities, Excellent Vol fire Dept./EMTs, more)!
(5 miles off Hwy 36/ County Road 47). See pics and agent contact info & owner descriptions on Zillow 153 Hemlock Dr., Lyons, CO
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Charming Mountain Getaway Only $169,900!
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267 W 4th Street, Silverthorne. $225K,
5009
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Own a Home for $O Down! 5366 Oak Tree Court, Boulder - 5BR 3.5BA Country Club Estates, Gunbarrel: 3600 sq ft, views, fully remodeled, quartz counters, cherry cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, W/D, DW, luxury master suite, fireplace, oversized 2-car garage & fenced yard. $2995/mo.
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303-775-0710
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Townhomes/ Condos for Rent
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2442 4th St $1350/mo
600 Manhattan B-2 $1495/mo 2 Bedroom Apt +Study 1065 University Ave $1695 /mo
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3 Bedroom Homes 4530 Martin Dr $1995/mo
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Apartments for Rent
1 & 2 BR Apt Homes Victoria Inn Apts, 2400 17th Ave. For price/availability,
Call 303-772-4667.
September 2-3, 2016
Call 303-588-5295.
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6006 1BR 2BR or 3BR Condos on the Hill in Boulder:
Twnhms./Condos for Rent Furnished
1.5 blocks to Campus & Starbucks. Pool,
Furnished 2 BR, 2 BA condo at Peloton. Conv. loc. Brand new. 1941 sq ft. Avail now. $2800. 720-517-7833
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Balcony, Mtn Views.
2 Bedroom 2 Bath
- This 2 Bed, 2 Bath condo was built in 2015 and is in perfect condition. The views from the western windows are fantastic with both Flatirons and Hogback views. It boasts an open floorplan, tons of sunlight, and a convenient location to NOBO. The kitchen is high end with breakfast bar, designer cabinets, stainless appliances and glass tile. Two blocks to Dakota Ridge Park and just steps to hiking / biking trails. Reserved parking with plenty of guest parking.
SEMI-FURN Rooms/Apts Wkly/mnthly from $125/ wk, Utils/micro/fridge incl (303) 931-7108
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303-589-4389
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Longmont 3BR 1.75BA:
Room for Rent in Longmont Home:
No Pets or Smoking. $550/mo + dep, Wifi, Cable & Utilities incl.
720-218-5587
Furnished Room:
S. Boulder near Bus, Stores & Restaurants. $650/mo. Incl. Utls. Female Pref. 303-499-7427.
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No Pets. No Smoking. Avail Now. $800/mo. 303-562-8891 Room for Rent in Longmont Home:
No Pets or Smoking. $550/mo + dep, Wifi, Cable & Utilities incl.
720-218-5587
Room for Rent.
Senior Preferred. Microwave/table incl. N/P. N/S. Car & refs req’d. 303-464-1170
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Wanted to Rent
Looking for 2BR Rental in Longmont & Adult Roomate to Share Expenses: Reliable, Dependable, Never Late Paying Rent. Looking for Clean Ground Floor unit that Allows 2 Very Well Behaved Dogs, I Have
Handyman Skills.
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Patio Yard, Hard Wood Floors, Pet Nego. Avail Now. $1375/mo. RMG Realty Inc 303-772-4466.
970-669-7850
Rooms for Rent
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Duplexes
234 Bowen Street,
Washer/Dryer in Unit $1100.00/month, Water, Sewer, Trash included. No Pets. 1 Year Lease. Available May 1st.
6010
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Foothills Apartments 2BR 1BA Apts in Loveland
Housemates/ Roommates
$75, 5 lines, 30 days
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Large Deluxe 3BR Duplex (1450 sq ft), 1.5BA, Fenced Back Yard, Full Garage, Evaporative Cooler, Sprinkler System. Near Diagonal Hwy, $1750. No Pets.
List your car and get ready to roll.
$10, 3 lines, 30 days
303-530-2966.
6009
Housemates/ Roommates
Mature male. N/S. To share home in Mead. Own BA, private room w/Direct TV. Use of kitchen.$400/mth, 1/2 util/dep. Ref. req. 970-371-2117
For sale by owner only. No refund for early cancellation.
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BOULDER | 2636 TABRIZ PLACE
SUPERIOR | 3168 CASTLE PEAK AVENUE
BOULDER | 1655 WALNUT STREET #107
2 BR * 1 BA * 856 TSF (800910) * $213,949
4 BR * 3 BA * 2514 TSF (800942) * $482,700
2 BR * 2 BA * 1523 TSF (801009) * $897,000
LYONS | 22259 S. SAINT VRAIN DRIVE
HENDERSON | 11453 E. 118TH PLACE
BOULDER | 4540 SIOUX DRIVE
4 BR * 2 BA * 2188 TSF (801074) * $299,900
4 BR * 3 BA * 4216 TSF (801149) * $424,900
3 BR * 3 BA * 2002 TSF (801154) * $799,000
BOULDER | 6960 FIREROCK COURT
BOULDER | 485 BASELINE ROAD
LONGMONT | 1404 CANNON MOUNTAIN
3 BR * 3 BA * 3140 TSF (801163) * $749,000
5 BR * 2 BA * 3456 TSF (801333) * $1,900,000
4 BR * 4 BA * 5690 TSF (801388) * $649,900
GOLDEN | 16359 W. 10TH AVENUE #T1
BOULDER | 470 JUNIPER AVENUE
LYONS | 211 CHEROKEE
2 BR * 1 BA * 773 TSF (801399) * $139,500
4 BR * 4 BA * 3462 TSF (801438) * $2,125,000
4 BR * 3 BA * 1956 TSF (801450) * $565,000
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