A bunch of you live in areas with seasonal population shifts - the snowbirds and the sunbirds show up, and all of a sudden, everything changes - traffic gets bad, the restaurants are crowded, and weird people want to look at condos. Here, we just get the birds. It starts in March with the ducks - they're just transients, on their way much further north, but we'll have as many as a couple of hundred passing through at once. They're reasonably well-behaved and only moderately noisy. And there are some additional geese to temporarily supplement our year-round guys - they're a bit rowdier. Around mid-April, the summer regulars show up. Our herons arrived last week - we usually have 2-3 pairs nesting on the far side of the lake. They're among the alpha predators here, bad news for anything... 04/23/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Brown Farm Fort Collins CO Homes for Sale  So far this year, we have seen a bit more activity in Brown Farm than in the last several quarters, as increasing prices have generated some much needed inventory. And while those same price increases have moved this neighborhood out of the comfortably affordable category, buyer interest remains higher than current inventory can satisfy.      Address: Style: Sq.Ft. Bedrooms: Price: Active:               2219  Karakul Tri-Level 1685 3 $325,000   2312  Hampshire Ranch 2166 4 $339,900   2433  Compass Bi-Level 2258 4 $380,000 Pending:               2230  Ayrshire Ranch 1990 4 $335,000   1913  Leicester Tri-Level 1511 4 $349,500   1900  Leicester Ranch 2100 4 $389,900 Sold:               2101  Ay... 04/22/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for New Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Home buyers attracted to the idea of a brand new home, never previously lived in, built with the latest concepts in home design and energy efficiency, and offering the opportunity to choose finishes, fixtures and appliances, will want to take a close look at the available inventory of New Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO.  There is a significant amount of new home construction in the Fort Collins real estate market, and there is a wide range of available and coming inventory to choose from - there are currently 100 new homes available for sale*, priced from a low of $199,500 to a high of $1,725,000, offering a good selection of locations, sizes, styles, features and price. Of these 100 homes, 31 ... 04/20/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Condos and Townhomes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Empty-nesters looking for a better fit for their reduced space needs, first-time home buyers looking for alternatives to more expensive single family homes, and those attracted to a low-maintenance lifestyle and access to amenities like a swimming pool, tennis courts or a fitness facility, will find some interesting options by browsing the available inventory of Condos and Townhomes for Sale in Fort Collins CO.  There are 61 condos and town homes currently on the market in Fort Collins CO, with prices ranging from a low of $194,700 to a high of $1,495,000, offering a good selection of sizes, locations and features. There are another 198 condos and townhomes under contract and waiting to... 04/19/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Luxury Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO If you are searching for a luxury home with a unique design, custom features, high quality fixtures and finishes and appliances, on a bigger lot with nice views, check out the available inventory of Luxury Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO. These homes are in good supply, in a mild buyer's market, so prices are very competitive and it should be possible to find a good match for your needs and tastes.   There are 170 luxury homes on the market in Fort Collins priced over $500,000 - our starting point for defining the luxury market - up to a high of $4,000,000, offering a good selection of styles, sizes and locations to choose from. There are another 103 luxury homes under contract and waiting to... 04/18/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Affordable Homes for sale in Fort Collins CO Renters seeking the financial advantages of home ownership, first-time home buyers and those working with budget constraints will want to take a close look at the current inventory of Affordable Homes for sale in Fort Collins CO. However, the inventory of affordable homes is very limited in the Fort Collins area, and there is significant competition from other buyers. A successful search requires an awareness of what's happening in the market, having financing in place and being willing to act quickly when a good opportunity arises. Please note that we have recently raised the ceiling for our definition of affordable homes to $300,000. This new level reflects the uncomfortable reality of a ... 04/17/2017

This is the April 2017 Market Report for Acreage Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Home buyers looking for a home on a bit of acreage, with some distance from the neighbors, more peace and quiet, nice views and maybe the chance to raise some horses or do a 4-H project with their kids, will want to check out the available inventory of Homes on Acreage in Fort Collins CO.  There are 67 homes on acreage currently available for sale in the Fort Collins area, priced from a low of $75,000 to a high of $4,000,000, providing a nice selection of locations, sizes, styles, features and prices. 31 of these homes, about 46%, are identified as horse property, and may already have barns, pastures, paddocks and other horse facilities in place. There are another 43 acreage homes under contract and waiti... 04/15/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Five Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Home buyers looking for a bigger home to accommodate their large or multi-generational family, a home office or hobby room, frequent house guests, or who just want more elbow room, will want to take a close look at the available inventory of Five Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO - there should be a variety of homes that would meet their needs.  There are 85 5-bedroom or larger homes on the market in Fort Collins, ranging in price from a low of $340,000 to a high of $4,000,000 - the majority of these homes are priced over $500,000. 29 of these homes - around 34% - are 1-story ranches, and most will provide finished basements with bedrooms. There are an additional 59 of these bigge... 04/14/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Four Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Home buyers searching for a larger home more suitable for the needs of their growing family, or to provide space for frequent house guests, a home office or a craft room, will find some interesting options by browsing the available inventory of Four Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO. These homes offer a wide selection of sizes, styles and prices, and can be found throughout the city.  There are 86 four bedroom homes currently for sale in Fort Collins, priced from a low of $299,900 to a high of $1,725,000. 26 of these homes, almost one third of them - are 1-story ranches, and may provide finished basements. There are another 123 four bedroom homes under contract and waiting to clos... 04/13/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Three Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO. If you are an empty-nester seeking a smaller, more easily managed home, a first-time home buyer, or a renter seeking the financial advantages of home ownership, you will find a variety of options for your consideration by taking a look at the current inventory of Three Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO. These homes make up the largest segment of the market - about 37% - and can be found in all areas of the city, in a variety of styles, sizes and prices.  There are currently 124 three bedroom homes offered for sale, ranging in price from a low of $124,900 to a high of $2,450,000. 67 of these homes - slightly less than half - are 1-story ranches, and may offer finished basements. ... 04/12/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Two Bedroom Homes for sale in Fort Collins CO If you're working with a limited budget, are currently renting but want the financial benefits of home ownership, are a first-time home buyer, or have limited space needs and want to downsize to a more manageable home, you may find it interesting to take a look at the available inventory of Two Bedroom Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO. There aren't a lot of these homes - they make up only a small percentage of all of the available homes, currently around 10% - but often provide interesting alternatives to condos or other small homes.  There are 34 two bedroom homes currently on the market, ranging in price from a low of $55,000 to a high of $774,900. 26 of these homes - around 76% - are 1... 04/11/2017

This is the April 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Sales:March 2017 home sales rose sharply to 231 homes sold, an increase of 46.2% over the 158 homes sold in January 2017, and 1.3% from the 228 homes sold a year ago in March 2016. We were expecting activity to increase as we move into the more active spring season, and this is an indication that buyer demand remains high.  Prices:Home prices were mixed in March 2017 - the median price gained 2.7%, up to $380K from $370K in February 2017, while the average price dropped 3.0% to $399K from $411K in January 2017. Individual monthly data reflects only the specific homes that sold during the month, and variations like these have little significance as single data points. However, the long-term trend clearly suggests a cont... 04/06/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Sales:The number of homes sold edged up a bit in February 2017 to 158 homes sold, a gain of 11.3% over the 142 homes sold in January 2017, but was down 10.1% from the 174 homes sold in February 2016. We’re still into our slower winter season, but this is an indication that demand remains strong and buyers are still active.  Prices:The prices of sold homes increased in February 2017 - the median price gained 2.5%, rising to $370K from $361K in January 2017, while the average price gained 4.6% to $411K from $393K in January 2017. These results are for those specific homes that sold during the month, but they are consistent with a long-term trend line that indicates continued rising home values.  Inventory:Inventory co... 03/06/2017

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This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Sales:The traditional winter slowdown was very much in evidence in January 2017. Home sales fell 53.5% to 142 homes sold, down from 218 in December 2016, but only down 1.4% from 144 sales in January 2016. As the chart indicates, January sales are typically the lowest of the year.  Prices:Home prices declined a bit in January 2017 - the median price fell 1.1% to $361K from $365K in December 2016, while the average price fell 2.8% to $393K from $406K in December 2016. These numbers reflect the prices of those specific homes that sold during the month, and have little meaning on their own. The long-term trend line continues to suggest rising home values.  Inventory:Inventory was almost unchanged, dropping 1.0% in Janua... 02/08/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Homes for Sale in Fort Collins CO Zip Code 80528  The 80528 zip code for Fort Collins CO covers the southeast portion of the city, and is the site of most of the recent growth in Fort Collins. The area is highly popular with buyers, with many new and newer neighborhoods, substantial on-going new home construction, and extensive commercial development.  Home sales were good in the 80528 zip code in 2016 - there were 349 sales, priced from a low of $105,000 to a high of $1,540,380, with a median price of $465,500 and an average price of $496,414. Market performance was good, with an average days to offer of 45 and an average days on the market of 77. The sale price/list price ratio for these 349 homes was 99.8%, indicative of high bu... 02/07/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Homes for Sale in Zip Code 80526  The 80526 zip code for Fort Collins CO comprises the west central and southwest sections of the city, and contains established neighborhoods of existing homes, most built between 1950 and 2000, with a few newer neighborhoods, and some scattered commercial development.  Even with an ongoing shortage of homes on the market, homes sold strongly in the 80526 zip code area in 2016 - there were 466 sales, ranging in price from a low of $205,000 to a high of $830,000, with a median price of $345,000 and an average price of $370,965. Market performance was excellent, with an average days to offer of 17 and an average days on the market of 51. The sale price/list price ratio for these 466 ho... 02/06/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Homes for Sale in Zip Code 80525 The 80525 zip code for Fort Collins CO comprises the east central and near-southeast portions of the city, and contains established neighborhoods of existing homes, as well as new construction in developing subdivisions and substantial commercial development on the main thoroughfares.  Home sales were very strong in the 80525 zip code area in 2016 - there were 647 sales, priced from a low of $190,000 to a high of $1,970,000, with a median price of $396,000 and an average price of $420,389. Market performance was good, with an average days to offer of 31 and an average days on the market of 67. The sale price/list price ratio for these 647 homes was 99.9%, indicating high buyer demand... 02/04/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market report for Fort Collins CO Homes for Sale in Zip Code 80524  The 80524 zip code for Fort Collins CO includes the northeastern portion of the city, along with the east side of the Old Town neighborhood. It consists of older existing homes, new construction in developing neighborhoods to the east, and less dense semi-rural development to the north. Prices range from affordable to luxury, and all styles and sizes of homes can be found there.  Home sales were good in the 80524 zip code in 2016 - there were 573 sales, ranging in price from a low of 69,500 to a high of $1,850,000, with a median price of $355,000 and an average price of $410,709. Market performance was good, with an average days to offer of 34 and an average days on the market of 74... 02/03/2017

This is the February 2017 Real Estate Market Report for Fort Collins CO Homes for Sale in Zip Code 80521 The 80521 zip code consists of the northwestern areas of Fort Collins CO, including the west side of the Old Town neighborhood. It is characterized by older existing neighborhoods and some less dense semi-rural development. A substantial portion of Fort Collins' affordable housing stock is found in zip code 80521.  Homes sold well in the 80521 zip code in 2016 - there were 273 sales, ranging in price from a low of $200,000 to a high of $975,000, with a median price of $330,475 and an average price of $379,260. Market performance was very good, with an average days to offer of 21 and an average days on the market of 51. The sale price/list price ratio for these 273 homes was 100.0%, i... 02/02/2017