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The Estin Report: 3rd Quarter 2011 (July 1 – Sept. 30, 2011)
State of the Aspen Real Estate Market

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Click image for executive summary and complete report pdf. Released Oct. 6, 2011

Last Week’s Market Highlights Aspen Snowmass real estate weekly sales statistics and under contract activity appears below for all Aspen, Snowmass Village, Woody Creek and Old Snowmass properties over $250,000 in the upper Roaring Fork Valley excluding fractionals. Because the MLS links below expire after 30 days, photos and written descriptions of closed properties with excellent photography are posted here to preserve a public archive of sold market activity. For past sales, scroll to page bottom and search by time period.
Aspen Market Commentary:

11/21/11 Aspen High End Surges Onward; Over $15MM Category +300% in 2011: : Read full blog post and Listen to KAJX/Aspen Public Radio Tues. 11/22/11 interview

Under Contract / Pending (3): MLS #s121326, 122662, 117227. This link is valid for 30 days until 01/04/2012. Photos and descriptions of under contracts are not posted unless special circumstances or significance dictate.

Closed (5): MLS #s 112413, 119497, 122848, 122265, 119958 . This link is valid for 30 days until 01/04/2012.

Aspen Snowmass Solds Last Week:

MLS #112413 – Aspen, Red Mountain single-family home, 379 & 389 Ridge Road, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $22,750,000/$1,470 sq ft unfurnished. More details below photos.





MLS #112413 – Aspen, Red Mountain single-family home, 379 & 389 Ridge Road, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $22,750,000/$1,470 sq ft unfurnished; Ask Price: $25,850,000. (Original Price: $35,000,000 and 830 days on the market since 07/27/2009.)
The “Sold” information has yet to be entered into the Aspen MLS. An 12/1 article in the Aspen Times stated this property had sold
just before Thanksgiving. This property consists of two, 2008 built homes. The main house has 5 bedrooms/5 baths/3 half baths, 11,300 sq ft with 3 car garage. The guest house has 5 bedrooms/5 baths/1 half bath, 4,848 sq ft with 2 car garage. Broker comments are, “Rare opportunity to own a luxury compound consisting of 2 contiguous lots on over 2 acres. “Front row” views of Ajax, Indy Pass, & the entire valley from this newly sustainable constructed, certified “built green”, Thermal solar-ready mountain contemporary estate with timeless finishes, 5 bedrooms, 5 full baths, 3 half-baths, 11,300 sq ft, open floor plan, hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen w/granite counters, gym/6th bedroom, theater w/8 ft Dolby hi def screen & surround sound, 1600 bottle wine enclave, gracious master suite, huge rec room, 4 fireplaces, 3 washers & dryers, resistance pool, A/C, 3 car garage, multiple decks & patios, & beautiful outdoor spaces. The 4,848 sq ft guest home w/5 bedrooms, 5.5 baths, & 2 car garage provides numerous options for an enhanced lifestyle. HERS energy rating is 57. Certified ”Built Green” with 260 accumulated points. Full PV system. Thermal Solar ready. Copper roof.” 2010 Taxes: $52,771. Under Contract Date: 11/01/2011; Sold Date: 11/23/2011. (Photos and broker comments courtesy of Morris & Fyrwald, Sotheby’s Intl Realty.)

MLS #119497 – Aspen, newly remodeled Central Core Aspen West condo, 104 W. Cooper Street, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $2,100,000/$1,597 sq ft furnished. More details below photos.





MLS #119497 – Aspen, new remodeled Central Core Aspen Westcondo, 104 W. Cooper Street, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $2,100,000/$1,597 sq ft furnished; Ask Price: $2,275,000. (Original Price: $2,550,000 and 308 days on the market since 01/24/2011.) This is a 1972 built/2010 remodeled, 2 bedroom/2 bath, 1,424 sq ft condo. The exterior of the 6-8 unit complex was completely redone and expanded in 2008/2009. This is one of the very few “like-new” small complexes recently done over during the recession, and the location opposit Koch Park is superb. Broker comments are, “Stunning remodel completed in 2010, of one of the best condo locations in town. Elegant, chic European styling has transformed this property into Aspen’s newest A++ location. Overlooking Koch Park it’s an easy walk to the lifts or in for dinner. Top of the line appliances include Sub Zero and Wolfe. Air conditioning helps make this a good rental opportunity. Covered year round balcony; 2 off street parking spots.” 2010 Taxes: $3,816; HOA Dues: $1,800 Qtr. City of Aspen RETT Transfer Tax of approx. 1.5% payable by buyer. Under Contract Date: 10/04/2011; Sold Date: 11/28/2011. (Photos and broker comments courtesy of Morris & Fyrwald, Sotheby’s Intl Realty.)

MLS #122848 – Aspen, Central Core Chateau Chaumont condo, 731 E. Durant Avenue, #22, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $700,000/$682 sq ft furnished. More details below photos.

MLS #122848 – Aspen, Central Core Chateau Chaumont condo, 731 E. Durant Avenue, #22, Aspen, CO: Sold Price: $700,000/$682 sq ft furnished; Ask Price: $775,000. (Original Price: $1,695,000 and 1,407 days on the market since 01/24/2008.) This is a 1968 built/2008 remodeled, 2 bedroom/2 bath, 1,026 sq ft condo. Broker comments are, “Priced to Sell. 2008 remodel in one of the larger floor plans. Parking spaces available on 1st come basis. Excellent Rental possibilities with 1 block to the Gondola.” 2010 Taxes: $2,512; HOA Dues: $1,172 Qtr. City of Aspen RETT Transfer Tax of approx. 1.5% payable by buyer. Under Contract Date: 10/20/2011; Sold Date: 12/01/2011. (Photos and broker comments courtesy of Chaffin Light R.E.)

MLS #122265 – Aspen, Central Core condo, 819 E. Hyman Avenue, #2, Aspen CO: Sold Price: $365,000/$678 sq ft unfurnished. More details below photos.

MLS #122265 – Aspen, Central Core condo, 819 E. Hyman Avenue, #2, Aspen CO: Sold Price: $365,000/$678 sq ft unfurnished; Ask Price $399,000. (Original Price: $399,000 and 121 days on the market since 08/03/2011.) This is a 1973 built studio with 1 bath, 538 sq ft condo. Broker comments are, “This downtown condominium in the Mountain View Studio building has it all… AJAX views, wood burning fireplace, washer/dryer, assigned parking, enclosed patio, storage and a great price point. Plus, pets are allowed for owners and renters – which makes renting this unit a breeze! Generously sized, there is a separate sleeping area with a queen bed which could be converted to a proper bedroom. Great local’s pad or investment condo. Currently rents for $1800/mo LT.” 2010 Taxes: $1,522; HOA Dues: $300 Mo. City of Aspen RETT Transfere Tax of approx. 1.5% payable by buyer. Under Contract Date: 09/15/2011; Sold Date: 12/02/2011. (Photos and broker comments courtesy of BJ Adams & Co.)

MLS #119958 – Snowmass Village, Crestwood condo, 400 Wood Rd I-3207 Snowmass Village, CO: Sold Price: $290,000/$483 sq ft furnished. More details below photos.

MLS #119958 – Snowmass Village, Crestwood condo, 400 Wood Rd I-3207 Snowmass Village, CO: Sold Price: $290,000/$483 sq ft furnished; Ask Price: $320,000. (Original price: $525,000 and 276 days on the market since 03/01/2011.) this is a 1970 built 1 bedroom/1 bath, 600 sq ft condo. Broker comments are, “Located on the ski slopes of Snowmass. Easy access to ski hill. Pleasant one bedroom in the popular Ivy building which allows for decent views. Excellent management with rental potential. Crestwood is considered one of the best managed properties in Snowmass with a strong history of rentals. Pool and hot tub adjacent.” 2010 Taxes: 1,436; HOA Dues: $10,867 Yr. Town of Snowmass Transfer Tax of approx. 1% payable by buyer. Under Contract Date: 09/27/2011; Sold Date: 12/02/2011. (Photos and broker comments courtesy of Chaffin Light R.E.)

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