This Estin Report summary for the past week includes MLS (Multiple Listing Service) sales activity of all types of Aspen and Snowmass Village residential properties over $250,000 including vacant lots, but as usual does not include fractionals. In addition, these and other non-MLS but recorded transactions can be viewed from a recorded real estate transactions list from Jan 27 - Feb 1, 10 compiled by the Pitkin County Clerk's office and published by the Aspen Daily News.

Closed (1): #111337 This link is valid until 03/07/10

MLS #111337 - 734 Galena St #101, Fasching Haus Condo,Downtown Aspen: Ask Price: $625,000; Sold Price: $600,000/$958 sq ft (Original Price: $729,000). This is a beautifully remodeled 1 bdrm/1 bath,  626 sq ft condo at the base of Aspen Mountain, two blocks from the Gondola. The unit is located on the ground floor close to all amenities: parking, the complex entry, front desk management and steps away from swimming pool and jacuzzi. The 2009 HOA dues are $1,949 per quarter, and 2009 taxes are $1,221 for the year. It was on the market for 245 days.

Under Contract (4): #113186, 112758, 112755, 106866 This link is valid until 03/07/10. Photos and descriptions of Under Contract/Pending properties are not posted unless special circumstances dictate.

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