Market Resources

This November Colorado voters will consider approving and funding the reintroduction of Grey Wolves into Colorado, with the goal of having a self-sustaining Gray Wolf population in the state. Wolves, of course, are some of the most controversial animals on the planet; old northern European fairytales are rife with frightening lupine references.  Wolves remain largely mis-understood. Their packs, hierarchy and behavior continue to be studied.  The question is what, if any, are the consequences of a wolf reintroduction plan in Colorado? In light of its significance, I’d like to evaluate the facts and history and consider what may be the unintended consequences of this vote, if it passes. Colorado Wildlife has reported regular wolf sightings over the last few years....

As we are in the middle of our summer season I would like to give a quick update on commercial activities in Telluride.

It has been a while since I did my last commercial property bulletin. A lot of this has been due to my personal involvement first with the Town of Telluride Town Council formed Commercial Zoning Task Force (CZTF) and subsequently initiative proposed by Planning and Zoning Commission members on residential restrictions in our commercial zone districts that ultimately led to these issues becoming election issues in this past months election.

Many of our clients that are looking for homes for sale in Telluride, CO are also intrigued in the prospect of purchasing land for their dream home or another future investment. Buying land is a great option but there are some things to consider when purchasing it or any piece of real estate.

Read the market report on Deep Creek Mesa which is about three miles west of Telluride and includes areas like the Aldasoro Ranch, Sunnyside, Last Dollar Subdivision, and more. Deep Creek Mesa properties have spectacular views and receive a lot of sun through their southern exposure.  

In 2013 and 2014, the Telluride region had some serious activity and momentum with sales in the commercial property market. See which properties were sold and their sale prices to get a better understanding of the commercial segment.  Contact our brokers about current commercial properties. 

Telluride, Colorado History These are a series of photos that can help you find particular property and analyze shape and configuration. Another good photo resource is Volume 2 of the Rio Grande Southern Story “Telluride, Pandora and the Mines Above”....

In 1966, the U.S. Senate enacted a bill that preserves and protects historic landmarks, places, and districts. A historic district includes buildings, properties, or historically rich land that is protected because of its history or architectural significance. Telluride is...

Historic Telluride, CO The Sanborn Insurance Company made maps of many towns and cities in the U.S. and these are valuable resources for historians and historic preservation analysis. This map is a compilation of a loose-leaf set of maps for Telluride and is dated 1908....

Historic Structures Map This map shows the current ratings of historic and non-historic structures in the town of Telluride.

View the last market report of 2012 on commercial properties in the historic core of Telluride. This report saw a change from the recent recession with sales and contracts. Get the inside details on the contracts and recent sale in this report.

Like a new pair of Solomon Shogun skis, the Telluride real estate market is getting its edge back. Read how transactions, both in volume and dollar amount, are on the rise in 2012. Commercial properties are also experiencing a growth in sales and contracts in Telluride.

Not unlike the rest of the nation’s real estate market, some pain is being felt by sellers in the Telluride region but positive changes are coming. Many however are becoming more realistic with asking prices and this market is opportune with exceptional value sales for cash or high equity buyers. 

Telluride Real Estate Brokers is printing its 2015 Telluride Community Calendar. This is the 10th year that this historic community calendar has been published. The calendar hosts historic photos and ephemerae and a thoroughly researched calendar of events in the region. Get more details!

Telluride Airport gets a major upgrade this year! It is hard to visualize that this once high alpine sheep pasture, which in recent years had been transformed into the Telluride Airport with its signature mid-runway dip, is now again being transformed into a new airport facility with a level runway.

As reported by Telluride Consulting, the 2008 real estate sales have slowed significantly. The 2007’s record volume of over $750 million was reduced by roughly 50% last year to $339.2 million with 338 transactions. Telluride prices seem to be lower now but are holding steady.