Living in Colorado - March, 2019

You're Invited! First Friday RINO Artwalk Event Featuring Local Artist Molly McClure

Join us at West + Main Homes to kick off Spring on April 5th! Come early for the Rockies Game Day Opening Party, 12-2 PM. After the game, check out a cool brand new First Friday show, 6-9 PM, featuring stunning portraits by Molly McClure. 

Special thanks to our April art sponsor, Wilson Miller (NMLS ID# 1568665), with Planet Home Lending. 

About the Artist:
"Creating portraiture gives me purpose. My intention is to depict the unique appearance of the individual; highlight their distinctive character and beauty. Each person is remarkable, and my portraiture is an attempt to capture and convey that beauty. Painting portraits is my way of connecting with people, connecting with life, and connecting with the rich history of self-identification."
-- Molly…

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Just Listed: Cute Wheat Ridge Bungalow in Fruitdale

Cute Wheat Ridge bungalow nestled in the quiet understated neighborhood of Fruitdale.

Well kept 2 bed 1 bath home with a light and bright open floor plan. One car attached garage and an additional over sized one car 380 sq ft detached garage great for another vehicle or a workshop, art studio, storage. Quiet street walking distance to bus, light rail, and the Clear Creek greenbelt. Central location near shopping, Sprouts, Luckys, King Soopers, Natural Grocers and minutes to Golden, highway to the mountains or downtown.

Listed by Tanya Pomponio for West + Main Homes. Please contact Tanya for current pricing + availability.

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Coming Soon: Gorgeous Penthouse in Uptown Neighborhood!

One of the best neighborhoods in Denver!

Gorgeous penthouse in the popular Uptown neighborhood! Bright open floor plan with gleaming new hardwood floors, updated kitchen and soaring ceilings. You will love the spacious master suite with private bath, as well as the second bedroom with another full bathroom. The great room is perfect for entertaining. Take in the views with a glass of wine or morning coffee on the large patio. Underground parking space and elevator access make give you the best of urban living. Large laundry area includes washer, dryer and lots of storage. Walk to all of your favorite hot spots such as Steubens, Beast and Bottle, Ace Eat Serve, DBar, coffee shops and summer Jazz in the Park concerts. One of the best neighborhoods in…

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Just Listed: Condo in Cherry Creek

Nestled in the heart of Cherry Creek, you'll enjoy being able to walk to Cherry Creek shopping, amazing restaurants and entertainment!

You will be blown away by the breathtaking mountain views the minute you walk into the open, spacious condo. This condo feels like your own cozy mountain oasis with the luxury of being in a great location in the city. Building amenities feature, gym, pool, hot tub, game/rec room and so much more! Don't miss the opportunity of owning a piece of Cherry Creek at an amazing value!

Listed by Michelle Szoke for West + Main Homes. Please contact Michelle for current pricing + availability.

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Just Listed: Castle Rock Two-Story with Walkout Basement

Welcome to your new Castle Rock home!

Enjoy an open floorplan with soaring vaulted ceilings. The large kitchen with center island opens up to the inviting family room which is great for entertaining and has lots of natural light from a picture window. The main floor opens up onto an extra large trex deck which is a great low maintenance space to bbq with friend and family. Laundry Room and half bath are conveniently tucked away on the main floor. Heading upstairs you'll love the 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, and loft area that can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. The master suite boasts walk-in closet with custom shelving and a large 5 piece master bathroom. Heading downstairs there is a Rare Walkout Basement! Unfinished, with bathroom…

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West + Main Open House Schedule March 29-31

Open House Schedule for March 29-31

Make sure to check this page for additions + updates throughout the weekend! Please contact listing agent for more information or a private showing.

2261 Blake Street Unit #2G, Denver, CO 80205 Listed by Sue Perrault + Mark Pledger

Fri Mar 29, 4:00PM-6:00PM

Sat Mar 30, 12:00PM-3:00PM

6182 Holland Street, Arvada, CO 80004 Listed by Kendra Lanterman

Sat Mar 30, 12:00PM-2:00PM

Sun Mar 31, 12:00PM-4:00PM

1256 N Calhan Avenue, Castle Rock, CO 80104 Listed by Megan Douglas

Sat Mar 30, 10:00AM-12:00PM

2 Adams Street Unit #903, Denver, CO 80206 Listed by Michelle Szoke + Ryleigh Gorman

Sat Mar 30, 12:00PM-2:00PM

19790 W 57th Lane, Golden, CO 80403 Listed by Cyndi Adams

Sat Mar 30, 1:00PM-3:00PM

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Save the Dates: Colorado's Best Food Fests - 2019

Spring may have just barely arrived, but we're already thinking about Summer Food Fests!

Here are a a dozen of the most promising summer food, beer and wine festivals, courtesy of our friends at The Know:

Colorado Spirits Trail Festival – May 17

Started last year by the Colorado Distiller’s Guild, the Spirits Trail is a guide to around 50 craft distilleries across the state, from Fort Collins to Durango. And now the Spirits Trail Festival is bringing them all together in one place for maximum tasting and sipping without all the travel. Early-bird tickets are on sale now ($35-$55). Starting April 1, prices jump to $45 for general admission and $65 for VIP. twoparts.com/event/colorado-spirits-trail-festival/

Truck Stop – May 18

Branding…

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Denver-area residents house hop faster than most of the U.S.

Big equity gains may explain why people aren’t staying around as long

Out of the 50 largest metros in the country, metro Denver residents stayed in their homes the fifth shortest amount of time on average, according to a new study from LendingTree, an online mortgage brokerage.

Metro Denver homeowners sit on their abodes an average of 6.63 years, according to the study, which is based on the latest American Community Survey put out by the U.S. Census Bureau. That average includes all the stalwarts who have stayed put 50 or 60 years. So the households that do move around are probably spending less time than that average in one place.

Only owners in Las Vegas at 6.36 years; Phoenix at 6.43 years; Austin, Texas at 6.49 years; and Orlando at 6.59…

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Just Listed: Alta Vista Mid-Mod

Shabby Chic at its finest!

This home is so well loved and cared for, walk into your large family room and enjoy an updated kitchen with granite countertops and beautiful cabinets, hardwood floors throughout the main level, 3 bedrooms upstairs (plus two more in the basement each WITH an egress window!). This all brick ranch has stunning details throughout. The yard is very private with tons of space to Garden and have some Chickens! Seller prefers carport, but a garage wouldn't be hard to add! Welcome home!

Listed by Kendra Lanterman for West + Main Homes. Please contact Kendra for current pricing + availability. 

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The Student Loan Crisis is Keeping an Entire Generation from Buying Homes

There are more than 44 million Americans with student loan debt.

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the youngest woman ever elected to Congress, said student debt is holding back America’s economy because employed college graduates are spending so much of their income on paying for their education, preventing them from moving up the property ladder.

“We have an entire generation that is delaying or forgoing purchasing houses,” Ocasio-Cortez, 29, who had around $25,000 student debt and made monthly payments of $300, despite meager earnings as a bartender and waitress, told Time in an interview.

The New York City Democrat also said her generation has never truly experienced “American prosperity.”

“Our entire economy is slowing down due…

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