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Snowfall typically ushers in a seasonal slowdown for the real estate market, but since Denver didn’t get any dustings in November, real estate statistics remained fairly steady last month. Buyers and sellers “are doing what they’ve always done: transact,” according to the latest report from Denver Metro Association of Realtors (DMAR). Pending sales were up 6.54 percent year-over-year, but completed sales were down 2.2 percent. And median days in the MLS dropped from 38 to 33 days.
“The fundamentals of real estate remain unchanged: Price well, stay patient, and negotiate confidently. It may not always be pretty, but you can still pull off a win,” said Keri Duffy, a Denver realtor and member of the DMAR Market Trends Committee.
From a circa-1931 charmer in Denver’s Washington Park to a 40-acre organic farm in Boulder, these four properties capture the range of what’s luring luxury buyers back into the market this December.
1630 E. Virginia Ave., Denver
- Price: $1.3 million
- Neighborhood: Washington Park
- Listing Agent: Christine Nicholson of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
Half a block from Denver’s beloved Washington Park, this 1931 residence proves that a compact lot doesn’t eliminate the possibilities for outdoor living space. A slate tile patio anchors the backyard, where an outdoor kitchen with a gas grill, refrigerator and a freestanding stone fireplace beneath a pergola provide opportunities for entertaining year-round. Inside, arched passageways and recessed ceilings nod to the home’s original character, while the primary suite—one of four bedrooms—features vaulted ceilings and a spa-like bath with a steam shower and soaking tub. The finished basement adds flexible space for guests or game days. Historic South Gaylord Street’s coffee shops and restaurants sit a short walk away.
515 Cook St., Denver
- Price: $3.4 million
- Neighborhood: Cherry Creek
- Listing Agent: The Hoholiks team of milehimodern
Warm brick, crisp white stucco, and black-framed windows give this brand new Cherry Creek North duplex a European sensibility, with a mansard-style rooftop terrace adding to the curb appeal. Inside, four levels unfold with entertaining in mind. A folding glass door connects the living area to a patio with a fireplace, and the kitchen showcases high-end appliances and an expansive island. The primary suite impresses with an oversize wet room bath, while the top floor loft includes vaulted ceilings, a wet bar, and rooftop deck access. A basement with an arched bar, gym, and recreation area completes this four bedroom residence just steps from Cherry Creek’s boutiques and restaurants.
1275 Silver Tip Lane, Evergreen
- Price: $6.5 million
- City: Evergreen
- Listing Agent: John Jaster and Adam Jaster of Slifer Smith & Frampton
Behind a gated entrance in Soda Creek, this 14-acre Evergreen estate delivers the mountain compound experience. Sage green siding and natural stone accents give the 16,000-square-foot residence a refined lodge aesthetic. Inside, floor-to-ceiling pecan paneling wraps the vaulted great room, while the French country kitchen features a La Cornue range beneath a carved hood. Terraces with two fireplaces and a kitchen offer sweeping views of the surrounding mountains, and the grounds include a tennis court. But even when the weather won’t allow for outdoor unwinding, an indoor pool, spa, home theater, gym, temperature-controlled wine cellar, and library will keep you occupied.
6686 Jay Road, Boulder
- Price: $19.5 million
- City: Boulder
- Listing Agent: Marybeth Emerson of The Agency Boulder
Ten minutes from downtown Boulder, Shanidiin Farm offers 40 acres of working organic farmland, panoramic Flatiron views, and a net-zero residence designed by Gettliffe Architecture. The 7,832-square-foot bungalow, built in 2016, includes four bedrooms, a guest house, and a separate studio with a built-in sauna. Inside, polished concrete floors and exposed wood beams make the space feel grounded, while clerestory windows help the home live up to its name (“shanidiin” is the Navajo word for “ray of light”). A 24 kW solar array and extensive irrigation system sustain the 30 productive acres.
