Giving Thanks For Opportunity

As the crisp air settles in and Thanksgiving approaches, November often brings a renewed sense of focus—and that's certainly true in the real estate market! While many folks start cozying up for the holidays, those still in the market are often the most serious and motivated. This can create a fantastic environment for both buyers and sellers.

For buyers, fewer people house-hunting means less competition, which can be a huge relief compared to the frenzy of spring and summer. It's a great time to be a discerning shopper and perhaps even find a seller more open to negotiation.

For sellers, listing in November means your home stands out. The buyers who are looking now are typically those who need to close a deal before the end of the year, making them highly qualified and eager. Don't let the thought of the holidays stop you; your home might just be the best present someone receives this year!

Real Estate in the News

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Market Stats

Market Overview: October really highlighted how much the Denver market has shifted into its new rhythm. Instead of big swings, we’re seeing a steady recalibration. Inventory continues to rise, buyers are more thoughtful, and sellers are adjusting to today’s expectations.

Detached Homes: Detached homes moved a little quicker than last month, though we’re still in a calmer fall season. The median days on market landed at 31, and homes sold for about 98% of list price. Buyers are still motivated — they’re just making decisions with more intention.

Prices: Prices have been holding fairly steady overall. Detached home prices stayed flat year over year, while attached homes saw a gentle 2.95% dip. This isn’t a correction — it’s a healthy reset after several years of extreme appreciation. We’re settling back into long-term trend lines, which is a good thing for market stability.

Sales Volume: Even with more inventory entering the market, buyers are staying engaged at a steady pace. It’s not a race like 2021, but it’s also far from a stall. This is what a normalized market looks like.

Economic Factors & Buyer Behavior: Today’s buyer is cautious but confident when the numbers make sense. With more room for negotiation, clearer inspection timelines, and less competition at the offer table, buyers are taking their time to make smart, long-term decisions. For sellers, strategy matters: pricing realistically and presenting beautifully are absolutely essential.

Overall, the Denver market isn’t overheating or cooling dramatically — it’s resetting. And in this “new normal,” the clients who lean into the data, stay flexible, and make thoughtful moves are the ones who win.

Local Happenings

0ct 31 - nov 9

Denver Film Festival

Premiere events are held in the Buell Theatre and Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Performing Arts Complex.

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nov 7-16

Denver Arts Week

Denver Arts Week celebrates the Mile High City's arts and culture scene with hundreds of events around the city.

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Starts nov 21

Mile High Holidays

Feel the warmth of family-friendly performing arts classics, find the perfect gifts and marvel at elaborate light displays.

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ATS Buyer Needs

If you or anyone you know fits the bill for any of the below homes, please reach out! We have a lot of buyers right now ready to buy.

Type: "Tiny" house (up to $650K) or both sides of a duplex (up to $1M)

Location: Highlands, Platt Park, Wash Park or anything in a great location in between Highlands and Platt Park

Price: Up to $1M

Type: Single Family Residence

Location: Bigger Lot in Highlands Ranch

Price: Up to $650K

Type: Single Family Residence

Location: Highlands Ranch

Price: Up to $1.3M

Specs: 4+ Beds, Mountain views, Highlands Ranch only, walk out basement preferred, 4500+ sf, they are good to to do work and fix it up

Type: Patio Home or Similar

Location: Lone Tree/Highlands Ranch/Centennial/Lowry/Cherry Creek

Price: Up to $800K

Specs: Views are ideal

Type: Single Family Residence

Location: Cory-Merrill

Price: Up to $2.2M

Specs: Attached garage, laundry on same floor as primary, 4 beds above grade

Type: Bow Mar Home

Location: Bow Mar

Price: Up to $4M

Type: Single family home + studio

Location: Cherry Hills Village, Greenwood Village or South Denver

Price: Up to $2.5M

Specs: Space for an art studio (built or able to be built), 3 bedrooms + an office is ideal. Close to Kent, space for a pool is a plus but not required.

Type: 4+ bedroom home that is move in ready, little to no work needed, 1990 build or newer

Location: Parker, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock

Price: Up to $650K

Type: Single Family Home

Location: Platt Park or Wash Park is ideal, Highlands will also work

Price: Up to $1M

Specs: Must have 3 or more bedrooms and 2 or more full bathrooms

Featured Active Listings

Platt Park

1992 South Grant Street

3 BD 4 BA 2879 SF $1,140,000

University

2042 South Humboldt Street

3 BD 2 BA 1872 SF $775,000

Platt Park

2078 South Pennsylvania Street

3 BD 2 BA 1712 SF $825,000

Downtown littleton

5916 South Sycamore Street

3 BD 4 BA 3368 SF $1,500,000

Sterling Ranch

8376 Basalt Drive

4 BD 4 BA 4554 SF $924,900

October Sold Properties

Jefferson Park

2715 Decatur Street

2 BD 3 BA 1265 SF $630,000

Belmar Park

360 South Estes Street

2 BD 2 BA 964 SF $129,900

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