Steamboat Homes

Living in downtown Steamboat Springs offers a different lifestyle than homes on the mountain.  Having the ability to bike or walk easily to so many restaurants, stores, some of the best trails and sections of river in town. Downtown Steamboat has excellent walkabilitiy scores because everything is so close.  Many downtown residents will tell you they enjoy the ability to stay out of their cars for days at a time.  Living in downtown Steamboat is a great place for families as well and people of all ages. Downtown is great for kids because once they get comfortable being out by themselves they can have the freedom to walk to school and bike to friends homes easily and safely. Steamboat’s downtown is very different than many cities from a safety perspective.  You do need to know where your kids are and have a system for checking in but kids can have the same freedoms many of us grew up with in small towns like mine in St. Joseph, MI.

The types of downtown living options varies as well. Single family homes can be found extending for blocks north of downtown. Or if you are looking to live right in the middle of Lincoln Ave, Steamboat’s main street, there are a few beautiful condos and townhomes. This allows you to decide what type of property best suits you. Homes north of downtown extend for blocks and with the different styles, layouts and neighborhoods if you are interested in finding a home near the schools, trails and Yampa River, living in downtown Steamboat could be the best place for you. Luxury  condos in Howelsen Place and The Olympian provide condos  that range from studios to 3 bedroom condos, allowing you to experience turnkeyurban living in a mountain town. For more information on living downtown in Steamboat Springs, feel free to check out our website or give us a call at 970.879.0879.

Whether you are looking to relocate in Steamboat Springs, purchase a Colorado vacation home or simply upgrade from the space you are in, Steamboat offers many options for help with your real estate needs. The major industries for Steamboat and the Yampa Valley are tourism, mining, agriculture and location-neutral businesses, which includes those folks who work from home. With a population estimated at about 12,000 people, Steamboat is the 38th largest municipality in Colorado – which means we’re still a small, friendly rural town with a deep affection for open landscapes and local agriculture not to mention very fun and heart-welcoming.

Steamboat has so much to offer to the community and to it’s people that visit. There are many inspiring places to visit, to make and call it your own, and simple to luxury homes in the gorgeous Valley and Mountain Areas of Steamboat! While deciding where to search and look for these perfect dream homes you may have in mind or just in the beginning of your search, there are easy ways to find exactly what you’re looking for online before making a life-changing decision.

Eagle Ridge is one of the most desirable locations on the mountain. You’ll have the convenience of front desk check in, a seasonal shuttle, outdoor heated pool and hot tub, fitness facilities, a day spa, and concierge.

If you are looking to live lavishly, affordable, just two blocks from the Steamboat Gondola, you’re in luck, with luxurious amenities, Trappeur’s Crossing units range greatly in the style and design. Each lodge, differs in size and design. But no matter which lodge you choose, at the end of the day, you will be ready to return, with each lodge featuring a gas fireplace, a balcony, spacious living and dining rooms and a fully-equipped kitchen.

If you are looking into Steamboat to play and live your dreams, we are here to help you succeed. Searching for homes in Steamboat sometimes can be a challenge in many, the Steamboat Group is to help you find what you are looking for and learn more about Steamboat. When you are ready, we are here to discuss your goals then guide you in making the best decisions for you and your family.

Feel free to look around and if you’re curious, just call, send us an email or search for Real Estate in Steamboat Springs. We take a low-key approach and would love the opportunity to discuss your goals, give you the insights you need and share some of the things we love about Steamboat.

The Denver Post released an article today describing new opportunity to become a condo owner in Steamboat. A new, luxury ski-in/ski-out, affordable option, the condos in First Tracks of Wildhorse Meadows are a short gondola ride away from the base. Truly a great combination. The Wildhorse Meadows complex is divided into three main areas Trailhead Lodge, First Tracks and.  Initially designed as affordable housing, the restrictions were lifted and now there are ‘no rules on permanent residency, appreciation, what you make, or whether you can rent it out’ Prices begin at $179,000 for a studio, $250 for a 1 bedroom and $295 for a two bedroom.

For more information on residencies in Wildhorse Meadows or more information on Steamboat Springs Real Estate, send me an email at jon@mybrokers.com or give me a call at 970.819.6930

The Highmark condominium project is set to auction off 15 unsold units on March 12th. ‘William Bone, president of the National Auction Group in Gadsen, Ala., said the owners’ intent is to sell one of the 15 condominiums with no minimum price but with reserves on the remaining units.’ Selling one unit with no reserve will result in a sale will that be at the highest bidding price. According to Bone, the other 14 units are set with reserves, meaning bidders must surpass a previously established minimum for the unit to be sold.

By not setting a reserve on one unit, this will help both developers and the community understand how these units are valued per square ft.

Highmark has had difficulty throughout its short history. Construction began in 2003, however the original developer abandoned the project after the realization that his funding was not sufficient to see the condo through to completion. Work began again in 2005, but a battle in the courtroom between the new developers and 7 of the contracted buyers, once again left many of the units were left unsold.

Since that time the ‘six-story condominium tower has been managed as a boutique hotel. The management is quoting a nightly rental rate of $1,100 for a four-night stay in a three-bedroom condo in mid-February.’

Highmark is a luxury condominium designed with elegant, Bavarian influences. Each unit includes ‘slate entries, sandstone fireplaces, coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, French doors, extensive moldings, large balconies and theater systems with surround sound — many with views of the Steamboat Ski Area.’

This auction and the surrounding circumstances represent an opportunity for a long troubled but well located development to take on a new life.  There are some interesting factors that you need to know to make your decision but these may present a good opportunity to those in the know.  If you would like to talk to someone who can help you make the best decision either way on participating in the auction and give you independent advice on values give me a call at 970-819-6930 or email jon@mybrokers.com

Edgemont luxury condos have reached their completion and getting those in the community and others around the US excited. A new, ski-in/ski-out residency located 200 meters above the base of the gondola, Edgemont will add to the changing base area, giving people a beautiful home and place to rest their feet while staying in Steamboat. The exterior of the facility is well-designed, integrating many aspects of contemporary and western architecture. The pool, featured below was intentionally designed to capitalize on the stunning views of the mountain and the valley. Check back on Sunday for a few pictures of the individual units and the common areas in Edgemont. For more information, or if you are interested in taking a tour of the facility, feel free to give me a call at 970.819.6930.

Edgemont Exterior

Edgemont Exterior

Edgemont Pool

A recent article in At Home in Steamboat Springs, One Steamboat Place, Edgemont and Wildhorse are commended for their successful efforts at increasing the luxury lodging available at the base of Mt. Werner. While similar in the quality of lodging and amenities offered, these three developments each have distinct qualities that distinguish one from another.

One Steamboat Place has designed the interior of the community to flow with a deep red motif. This theme begins ‘at the front door and continues through the kitchen to a dining room banquette and on into one of several individual bathrooms.” While Edgemont, on the other hand gives each individual owner the opportunity to to furnish and design the interior of their vacation home. Wildhorse Meadows allows owner to ‘choose from four different color palettes and fabric selections to suit [your] tastes.’

Despite the differences in interior design, the article’s author, Tom Ross, describes the change in style of developments, where instead of the ‘lodge look and cowboys-and-Indians motif’ these luxury communities exude an ‘understated Western look of reclaimed barn timbers married with sleek light fixtures and industrial steel [which] allows art enthusiasts to show off divergent art collections.’

Concluding the article, Tom Ross summarizes that  ‘taken as a group, Steamboat’s trio of new signature properties have put Steamboat well on the way to realizing its goal of reclaiming it stature as one of the most contemporary ski villages anywhere.’

For more information on the nuances between the developments, see the Steamboat Communities page

In celebration of the opening of One Steamboat Place, Timbers Resorts is throwing a Grand Opening Party on Saturday, February 6th at 6pm. Occurring during the 97th annual Winter Carnival, the Party is set to take place in a VIP tent, allowing you to watch the festivities while enjoying dinner and drinks

One Steamboat Place is a luxury, ski-in/ski-out development at the base of Mt. Werner in Steamboat Springs, CO. “With ski valet service during the winter and activities including golf, fly-fishing, kayaking and horseback riding the remainder of the year, One Steamboat Place is designed as a four-seasons vacation destination for the whole family. Amenities include a 10-treatment room Spa, fitness and motion studio, a heated outdoor pool and trio of Jacuzzis, daily housekeeping, 24-hour concierge service and an Owners’ wine cellar. ”

For more information about the Grand Opening Party on February 6th, please contact me at 970-819-6930 or at jon@mybrokers.com. Look forward to seeing you there.

Leading up to the opening day at One Steamboat Place I would like to show you a few more pictures that further demonstrate the inside of the community. The developers attention to detail and vision when laying out the design for this development shines through. Take a quick look at the photos below, the beautiful layout of the fireplace, the intricate designs on the ceiling in the spa, and the chandelier are these are just a few examples. If you are in town and are interested in taking a look for yourself, contact me at jon@mybrokers.com or 970-819-6930.

Chandelier in Main Lounge of One Steamboat Place

Fireplace in Lounge at One Steamboat Place

Cool Light in Spa at One Steamboat Place

In addition to yesterdays post that included pictures of many of the lounges built throughout One Steamboat Place i also want to highlight the beautiful facilities that will be a part of this community. The spa is scheduled to open with the rest of One Steamboat Place on January 9th. The Spa is set to include ‘massage, skin care, hair and scalp treatments, hand and feet rubs, herb-infused steam rooms, couple’s massage rooms, private locker rooms, an in-residence treatment menu and much more.’ The pool and hot tub are set below the sidewalk giving you privacy and comfort you desire at the end of the day. Take a look for yourself in the pictures below. If you have any questions about this community contact me at 970-819-6930 or Jon@mybrokers.com

Spa

Spa

One Steamboat Place Spa

OSP Spa

Spa One Steamboat Place

One Steamboat Place Pool

One Steamboat Place Amenities

The first round of closings at One Steamboat Place have finished with $15.25 million in combined sales. These closings represented 10 residence club sales totaling $4.45 million and three whole-ownership sales that combined for $10.8 million. Project Director Chris Burden says they expect “to close 100 transactions within 30 days… some buyers…have asked for additional days to work on the details of their financing.” Exciting to see the first successful steps for this development, and I am looking forward to seeing this continue throughout the winter. Chris Burden shares this optimism predicting 80% occupancy throughout ski season, fantastic for their inaugural season.