A new survey shows that when renters buy a home, it will likely be a lifestyle change that motivates them – either getting married, starting a family or retiring. And according to one economist, as Millennial marriages and pregnancies rise in 2018, it should equal a rise in housing demand as well.

According to the Housing Opportunities and Market Experience survey from the National Association of Realtors, 32 percent of non-homeowners said a lifestyle change would be their motivation for buying a home down the line.

More marriage, more housing.

Thanks to Millennials – and this very sentiment, NAR's Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said housing demand may spike in 2018.

“Housing demand in 2018 will be fueled by more Millennials finally deciding…

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As Denver’s size and cost of living continue to grow, free days at area cultural institutions have become more important for budget-strapped residents, especially parents.

And, as with recent years, the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District — the seven-county metro area’s tax district that funds hundreds of arts and culture nonprofits — offers a handy interactive calendar at scfd.org that lists the free days by month.

But we figured we’d save you some clicking and tapping with this curated list of the most notable free days of 2018 from The Know at the Denver Post.

On a weekly basis, organizations such as Hudson Gardens (6115 S. Santa Fe Drive in Littleton) offer outdoor fun for those whose idea of a good time includes picnics, walks and…

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Many Denver residents have never even heard of Sun Valley...have you?

Meow Wolf kicked off 2018 with plans to invest roughly $50 million just outside of Sun Valley’s borders, but the nationally acclaimed art attraction is small potatoes relative to the Denver Housing Authority’s plans for the neighborhood. Buy tickets now.

DHA anticipates kicking off construction on the first two phases of its $240 million investment in Sun Valley later this year. The real estate community is watching and some predict that the historically low-income, diverse neighborhood west of Interstate 25 will not experience quite the same transformation seen in rapidly gentrified areas of Five Points and elsewhere.

In fact, Denver Housing Authority officials talk…

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SOME Denver residents, looking to make a move, are looking to move in-state, to areas with less expensive housing costs than Denver.

That's according to a new report from online real estate company Redfin, which analyzed homebuyer migration patterns from around the country.

Denver residents are looking mostly to moving to Colorado Springs (the choice of 11 percent of Denver leavers) and Fort Collins (10.6 percent), followed by Chicago (7 percent), Los Angeles (6 percent) and Phoenix (5.5 percent).

In August, Denver residents looked at Chicago more than anywhere else, including in-state cities, as a preferred destination.

On the other side, regarding people thinking of moving to Denver, the housing-expensive Bay Area was the top inflow origin…

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This is a true, high-quality, to-the-studs renovation that's as new as an existing home can get.


Electrical, plumbing, furnace, a/c, tankless water heater, floors, roof, drywall, light fixtures, plumbing fixtures, cabinets, counters, stainless appliances...it's all new. Mud/laundry room off the garage. Cook-out-ready new deck off the kitchen opens up to a huge, fenced back yard. This home is so well done and lives much larger than the square footage. Easy access to downtown, too.
Listed by Dave Christie for West + Main Homes. Please contact Dave for current pricing + availability. 

2727 S Knox Court, Denver, CO 80236

$340,000










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Home Prices continue to rise as inventory sets another record low in the denver metro area

The average and median sold price of homes in metro Denver were up 11.84 and 10.07 percent year over year respectively, reaching $449,429 and $385,203 last month. Active listings in the residential market were at 3,869 total units in January, which established a new low for any January on record.

“2018 is off to another fast start with surging home prices and low inventory picking up where 2017 left-off,” said Steve Danyliw, Chairman of the DMAR Market Trends Committee and Denver REALTOR®.

According to Danyliw, housing inventory lows in metro Denver will not change until new listings significantly outpace under contracts. In January, homes under…

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2-story Double E Ranch home for sale with stunning views, a spacious kitchen, and much more.


One of the best layouts in highly desirable Double E Ranch, this West Arvada 2-story also has the most amazing mountain views. Whether you're relaxing on the west-facing deck, waking up in your private master suite, or  cooking for a crowd in the spacious kitchen, you will love spotting snow-covered peaks out almost every window in this sun-filled home. Walk the kids to highly-rated schools, enjoy a productive day in your home office, squeeze in a workout at nearby Apex facilities, and hit miles of trails with the dogs...you are going to love living in Arvada!

Listed by Lisa Hoyer for West + Main Homes. Please contact Lisa for current pricing + availability. 

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Going bold on backsplash can change the appearance and vibe of your kitchen. Here are a few ideas on how to make a splash with your backsplash. 

1) Playful Shape

If you have simple white or gray cabinets, try adding a backsplash with a unique shape.

2) Contrasting Grout

If you love the classic subway tile look, try adding an unexpected grout color. 

3) Try Marble

A striking marble backsplash can add contrast to countertops

4) Go Green

Green tends to stand out in an unexpected way. Your kitchen will look unique and well thought out with some contrast against a natural colored kitchen. 

5) Select a Bold Pattern

Don't be afraid to mix it up and go bold

6) Choose an Intricate Pattern

An art Deco-inspired pattern will catch anyone's eye

Check out more fresh backsplash…

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To many residents of Denver’s older neighborhoods, the blocky modern “slot” homes that have packed sideways-oriented townhouses onto their blocks aren't ideal. And they have good reason.

“Nobody wants residences that have a door that doesn’t face the street,” said Margie Valdez, a neighborhood advocate who leads a zoning and planning committee for the group Inter-Neighborhood Cooperation.

City planners proposed a set of new zoning rules Monday after grappling for more than a year with how to address complaints surrounding the influx of slot homes in fast-redeveloping neighborhoods including Jefferson Park, Five Points and Cherry Creek North.

Slot homes have drawn the most complaints when developers buy up one or two lots in a residential…

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Colorado natives got a baby boost last year with the total number of people born and living in the state jumping to 2.37 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.

The nearly 2 percent increase — or 43,987 additional Colorado natives — was not anywhere close to enough to overtake the Centennial State’s transplant majority. Only 42.8 percent of 5.5 million Coloradans were born within the state in 2016, according to the federal government estimates released this fall.

Overall, Colorado added 83,971 people from 2015 to 2016, good enough for a 1.5 percent increase, the data show.

Where Colorado residents were born

The 2016 data still shows people born in another country make up the largest share (11 percent) of non-natives residing in the…

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