OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 FROM 1-3PM AT 1183 HALFMOON DR. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

Please join us for an Open House this Saturday, September 21 from 1-3PM at 1183 Halfmoon Dr. in Castle Rock!!  Refreshments will be served!

This home is priced at $375,000!! This beautiful 4+ bedroom, 2.5 bath home with 2,844 finished square feet is located on a large lot in the desirable Crystal Valley Ranch subdivision in Castle Rock. There is a large eat-in kitchen with an island, corian countertops, maple cabinets and a gorgeous mosaic tile backsplash. This home has an open floor plan and custom interior paint throughout. The spacious family room has built-in speakers for Home Entertainment.

The bonus room upstairs provides extra space that can be used as a home office or media room. There is also an unfinished basement and 3-car garage for plenty of storage. The large back patio and yard are perfect for entertaining and have magnificent mountain views. The lovely front porch is also a great place to relax and watch the kids play. This location is convenient to both Castle Rock and Parker, and is in the prestigious Douglas County School District.

The MLS # is:  1228237 and you can also tour this property at www.1183halfmoon.com.

 Call Jeff at 303-519-7967 for more details and to set up a showing!!






























  


 

























 

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 FROM 11-1PM AT 907 FOURSOME DR. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

Please join us this Saturday, September 21, from 11-1PM for an Open House at 907 Foursome Dr. in Castle Rock!!  Refreshments will be provided!!

Listed at $525,000!  This fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with 4,376 finished square feet is located in the Plum Creek Golf Course Neighborhood. The majestic two story entryway has 4" hand scraped solid Hickory wood floors that flow through the living room, dining room and main living area. The large eat in kitchen has maple cabinets, upgraded fixtures, and granite countertops. The spacious master suite has a 5-piece master bath with several upgrades.

The finished basement has upgrades galore!! There is natural stonework and integral colored, hand textured plaster walls throughout the basement. It is also sound proofed and the Home Theatre has a 100" screen and projector that are included. The beautifully designed wet bar provides a great space for entertaining! With over $200,000 in renovations, this is a must see!!!

The mls# is:  1223127 and you can tour this fabulous property at www.907foursome.com!
Please call Jeff Sams for more information or to schedule a showing at 303-993-6436!!
 






 

WINE WALKS IN PARKER FOR THE 2013 SEASON!!

As reported by Chrissy Morin on May 7, 2013, on Parkerbuzz.com,

Wine Walks ARE back this summer thanks to the Parker Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown area businesses.

The Wine Walks have been a very popular way for long time residents to meet new neighbors and new residents to make friends and learn about the wonderful restaurants and shops that are kind enough to share a glass of wine and open their doors for this monthly event.
The last Friday of each month May through October you can look forward to enjoying a fun night on Mainstreet.

Parker Wine Walk Dates 2013

Last Friday of the Month from 5-8 p.m.
$15 for 10 1 oz tastes of wine provided by the shop keepers along Mainstreet

• May 31st
• June 28th
• July 26th
  • SOLHEIM CUP SPECIAL WINE WALK AUGUST 12
• August 30th
• September 27
• October 25

Contact kam@parkerchamber.com for more information on how to volunteer or sponsor this event.
An added twist this year will be entertainment provided by the Parker Arts Council. A few acts are already in place but they are looking for more.

Wine Walk Entertainment 2013

• May 31 - Class Act Band
• June 28 (Jazz) - Golden Eagle Band
• July 26
• Aug 12 (Country/Western)
• Aug 30
• Sep 27
• Oct 25 (Halloween)

Proceeds from the Olde Town Parker Wine Walks on May 31st will benefit Parker Arts Council, which is an independent organization that aims to keep theatre, dance, music and culture alive.
If you are interested in performing at the ParkerChamber Wine Walks please send an email to contact@parkerartscouncil.org  with Wine Walk in the subject line
The Parker Chamber is also proud to host the Solheim Cup Wine Walk Spectacular Monday, August 12th, 2013

The Parker Wine Walks are another Parker Chamber of Commerce SIGNATURE Event

 

Only 2 Wine Walks left for the 2013 Season!!  Don't miss out on the fun in downtown Parker!!

 

 

OPEN HOUSE THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 FROM 1-3PM AT 1183 HALFMOON DR. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

Please join us this Sunday, September 8th from 1:00-3:00PM for an Open House at 1183 Halfmoon Dr. in Castle Rock!!  Refreshments will be served!!

Listed at $375,000!  This beautiful 4+ bedroom, 2.5 bath home with 2,844  finished square feet is located on a large lot in the desirable Crystal Valley Ranch subdivision in Castle Rock.  There is a large eat-in kitchen with an island, corian countertops, maple cabinets and a gorgeous mosaic tile backsplash.  This home has an open floor plan and custom interior paint throughout.  The spacious family room has built-in speakers for Home Entertainment.

The bonus room upstairs provides extra space that can be used as a home office or media room.  There is also an unfinished basement and 3-car garage for plenty of storage.   The large back patio and yard are perfect for entertaining and have magnificent mountain views.  The lovely front porch is also a great place to relax and watch the kids play.   This location is convenient to both Castle Rock and Parker, and is in the prestigious Douglas County School District.

 

The MLS # is:  1228237 and you can tour this property at:  www.1183Halfmoon.com!!  Please call Jeff for more details and to schedule a showing at  303-993-6436!!

 

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 FROM 1-4PM AT 907 FOURSOME DR. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

Please join us this Saturday, September 7 from 1:00-4:00PM for an Open House at 907 Foursome Dr. in Castle Rock!!  Refreshments will be served!!

Priced at $525,000!  This fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with 4,376 finished square feet is located in the Plum Creek Golf Course Neighborhood. The majestic two-story entryway has 4" hand-scraped solid Hickory wood floors that flow through the living room, dining room and main living area. The large eat-in kitchen has maple cabinets, upgraded fixtures, and granite countertops. The spacious master suite has a 5-piece master bath with several upgrades.

The finished basement has upgrades galore!! There is natural stonework and integral colored, hand textured plaster walls throughout the basement. It is also sound proofed and the Home Theatre has a 100" screen and projector that are included. The beautifully designed wet bar provides a great space for entertaining! With over $200,000 in renovations, this is a must see!!!

The MLS# is:  1223127 and you can tour this property at: www.907Foursome.com!!  Please call Jeff for details at:  303-993-6436!

HOW TO TRANSFORM A ROOM WITH PAINT: Want to Make Your Pad Look Cozier, Cooler, or Larger? Find Out How.

                 

                                                Picture by Quentin Bacon
               
As reported in The Nest, in the article written by Miles Stiverson, and Danielle Hirsch from HGTV's Design Remix and Decorative Painting Techniques, paint can make a huge difference when it comes time to sell your home.

When it comes to painting your digs, it can be a real head-scratcher: What vibe do you go for? Something cozy that you can curl up in, an airy, open feel, or a mod palette that's perfect for entertaining? Read on and see which color m.o. is right for you.

Make Your Room Look Bigger
Use pale colors that reflect light, or cool colors (like blue, green, or purple) to add depth and openness. Try stripes: Horizontal bands of color will make a room feel longer, while vertical stripes will make it seem taller. Paint the crown molding darker than the ceiling or wall to draw the eye up, making the ceiling seem higher. Have a chair rail? Paint everything below it a deeper hue, and everything above it a light color to give the room more dimension.

Make Your Room Look Cozier
Painting a room in stark white can make it feel cold. Use texture to warm up a room and hide imperfections in your walls. Try a two-colored sponge effect. In a white room, think about using two colors of the same family but in different shades (like a poppy red and a dusty rose) on adjacent walls. The other walls should be white. You can also achieve a cozier effect by painting in warm yellow, rich brown, or deep red.

Make Your Room Look Cooler 
Looking to mix things up? Creating a neutral palette within the same color family that incorporates your walls, trim, floor covering, and furnishings is a minimalist yet modern way to pull a room together. Try painting bands of color in different widths around a room for eye-catching, interesting walls. A dusty blue wall with stripes of chocolate brown and cream is a great combo.

FOR SALE!! FABULOUS 4+ BED/ 4 BATH HOME AT 907 FOURSOME DR. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

This fabulous 4 bedroom, 4 bath home with 4,376 finished square feet is located in the Plum Creek Golf Course Neighborhood. The majestic two-story entryway has 4" hand scraped solid Hickory wood floors that flow through the living room, dining room and main living area. The large eat-in kitchen has maple cabinets, upgraded fixtures, and granite countertops. The spacious master suite has a 5-piece master bath with several upgrades.

The finished basement has upgrades galore!! There is natural stonework and integral colored, hand textured plaster walls throughout the basement. It is also sound proofed and the Home Theatre has a 100" screen and projector that are included. The beautifully designed wet bar provides a great space for entertaining! With over $200,000 in renovations, this is a must see!!!

The mls # is:  1223127.  You can also tour this fabulous property at: www.907foursome.com!

Call Jeff Sams at 303-993-6436 for more details and to set up a showing!!

PARKER, CO- RANKS 12 OUT OF 50 FOR THE BEST SMALL TOWNS IN AMERICA TO LIVE IN!!

According to the September 2013 issue of Money Magazine, Parker, CO  is ranked 12th for the best places to live in America!!

America's top 50 small towns are not only thriving economically, they’ve also got all you could want in a place to raise a family: plenty of green space, good schools, and a strong sense of community.

12. Parker, CO

Top 50 rank: 12
Population: 47,790

Parker, established in 1981, may be young, but it already has more to offer than many older towns. Local favorites include the performing-arts center, which has a 500-seat theater and an outdoor amphitheater, and the H2O'Brien Pool water park.

The housing crash hit Parker hard, but the town's proximity to Denver (30 minutes) has helped the market rally; new construction is up, and entry-level homes priced at under $300,000 are selling quickly.

Parker, CO

Town stats

       

Median family income (per year)-  $104,625            

Job growth % (2010-2012)- 7.45%                 

Median home price (2012)- $285,500                    

Reading test scores(% above/below average)- 22.2%                      

Math test scores (% above/below average)- 30.7%                       

Personal crime incidents (per 1,000)- 1                      

Property crime incidents (per 1,000)- 11       

       

From the September 2013 issue of Money Magazine. 

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 FROM 12-2PM AT 861 ROCK MESA PT. IN CASTLE ROCK!!!

Please join us for an Open House this Saturday, August 17 from 12-2pm at 861 Rock Mesa Pt. in Castle Rock.  Refreshments will be provided. This spacious 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome with 1,434 finished square feet is located in the desirable Metzler Ranch Subdivision in Castle Rock.  The entryway opens into a bright living room with lots of windows and a 2-sided fireplace.  The gourmet kitchen has 42” cabinets and an oversized island for additional counter space.  

There is a large master suite with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet and a 5-piece master bath.  The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs. The unfinished basement provides plenty of storage, and the unit has a 2-car attached garage in the back.  The beautiful front porch has great views of the open space near the complex.  This townhome is close to the Castle Rock Outlet Mall, a variety of restaurants, schools, parks and I-25. The MLS # for this property is: 1218413.  Please contact Dave with any questions!

Dave Gardner

Broker Associate

Office: 303.993.6436

Mobile: 303.828.6242

Fax: 888.519.5575 Toll Free

dave@jtsrealty.com

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 10 FROM 1-3PM AT 861 ROCK MESA PT. IN CASTLE ROCK!!

Please join us for an Open House this Saturday, August 10 from 1-3pm at 861 Rock Mesa Pt. in Castle Rock.  Refreshments will be provided. This spacious 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome with 1,434 finished square feet is located in the desirable Metzler Ranch Subdivision in Castle Rock.  The entryway opens into a bright living room with lots of windows and a 2-sided fireplace.  The gourmet kitchen has 42” cabinets and an oversized island for additional counter space.  

There is a large master suite with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet and a 5-piece master bath.  The laundry room is conveniently located upstairs. The unfinished basement provides plenty of storage, and the unit has a 2-car attached garage in the back.  The beautiful front porch has great views of the open space near the complex.  This townhome is close to the Castle Rock Outlet Mall, a variety of restaurants, schools, parks and I-25. The MLS # for this property is: 1218413.  Please contact Dave with any questions!

Dave Gardner

Broker Associate

Office: 303.993.6436

Mobile: 303.828.6242

Fax: 888.519.5575 Toll Free

dave@jtsrealty.com

 

Open House for 43687 Evening Star Ct. in Elizabeth on Saturday, July 13 from 1-3PM has been cancelled due to the property being under contract!

This 5 bedroom, 3 bath home with approximately 2,300 finished square feet is located on a 2.2 acre lot in Sun Country Meadows in Elizabeth. An open kitchen and living room is great for family time. Enjoy summer evenings on the deck while taking in the fabulous views of the front range. There is a chicken coop on the property that adds some country charm (sale of chickens negotiable).

This home was remodeled in 2009. The finished basement provides extra space for family living. The 2.2 acre lot offers plenty of privacy and extra room for pets, horses and other livestock.

Offered at only $280,000, this is an exclusive opportunity to own acreage in such a wonderful location, in Elizabeth and close to Parker!
 


 
 
 
 
 

OPEN HOUSE THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 8 FROM 11-1 IN CASTLE ROCK

 

Please join us this Saturday, June 8 from 11-1 for an open house at 1577 Peridot Ct. in Castle Rock.  This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath home with approximately 3,500 finished square feet is located on almost a 1/4 acre cul-de-sac lot in the desirable Sapphire Pointe subdivision in Castle Rock and is listed at $390,000.  There is a large kitchen with an island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a breakfast nook.  This home has an open floor plan with formal living and dining rooms and a main-floor study.  The master bedroom has a 5-piece master bath, and the two additional bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bathroom.

The partially finished basement allows for lots of extra living space, and the 3-car garage provides lots of storage.  The yard is professionally landscaped with many trees and a gorgeous stamped concrete patio and walkway.  The location is convenient to both Castle Rock and Parker, and is in the prestigious Douglas County School District.  The MLS # is 1190195, and you can view the virtual tour at www.1577Peridot.com.

On Air with Castle Rock Radio at 12:00 Today

Please tune in today as I will be On Air with Castle Rock Radio for the Business for Lunch segment from 12:00 to 12:30.  We will be discussing the Denver Metro Real Estate market and Property Management opportunities.  To watch and listen, go to http://www.castlerockradio.com. 

Successful Grand Opening!

Thank you to all who attended our Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony last night.  We really appreciate your support - it was a great event!  And congratulations to our raffle winners, Amanda Quarles, Tony Mango and David Van Landschoot!

You're Invited - Grand Opening in Parker Next Wednesday!

We will be holding a Grand Opening on Wednesday, April 17th, from 5 to 7 PM to celebrate joining with United Country, and to answer any questions about the Denver Metro Real Estate Market.  We will be doing our Ribbon Cutting with the Parker Chamber of Commerce between 5 and 6 PM.  Beer, wine and appetizers will be served.  We will also raffle off prizes at the end.  

The Grand Opening will be hosted in the lobby at our office on the second floor of Parker Station:

19751 E. Mainstreet, Suite 256

Parker, CO  80138

Please visit www.jtsrealty.com for more information about our new brokerage, United Country JTS Realty & Property Management.

We hope to see you there!  Please call us at (303) 993-6436 with any questions.

Important Information for Potential Sellers

As reported in the Daily Real Estate News in REALTORMag, here is some important information for potential sellers:
 
Sellers Who Delay May Miss Out 
Daily Real Estate News | Monday, March 25, 2013

Some would-be move-up home sellers are eyeing home prices carefully. They’re waiting to see how much home prices appreciate more before they consider selling their home. But they may be missing their perfect opportunity, some housing experts say.
The best time to move may depend on when the home owner purchased their current residence, says Daren Blomquist, vice president of RealtyTrac. Blomquist says that home owners who purchased their home during the sluggish market the last two to three years may find moving up in 2013 may be their prime opportunity.
"Because they bought near the bottom, these home owners should have built up some good equity that can go toward the purchase of a new home, and waiting longer to build more equity likely won’t provide much advantage given that other homes that they might want to move up to will also be appreciating at roughly the same pace," Blomquist told HousingWire.
Home owners who wait much longer to sell their home may miss out.
"If you're selling one house just to move up to another, it does you no good to wait for prices to rise — the price of the move-up home will increase faster than the price of the place you're leaving behind," says Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman.
Plus, mortgage rates are expected to come off the 3.5 percent range and reach 4.4 percent in the next year, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. That will increase the costs of financing your next home.
Source: “The Time to Sell Is a Waiting Game for Some,” HousingWire (March 21, 2013)

Desirable 3 Bedroom in Willow Park For Rent in Parker!

Our newest rental is a 3 bedroom/3 bath home near downtown Parker in the Willow Park neighborhood.  There is newer carpet, granite countertops in the kitchen, a garden level basement and a corner lot with views from the back deck.  It is available April 1, 2013 and listed at $1800 per month.  Please give me a call for more information at (303) 993-6436. 

JTS Realty Joins United Country Real Estate

We are excited to announce that JTS Realty & Property Management is now an affiliate of United Country Real Estate.  United Country has unparalleled marketing services that cover the country and include the No. 1 rural real estate website, exclusive national real estate catalogs, national advertising of local properties in hundreds of newspapers and magazines, and a private database of more than 300,000 buyers.  This alliance will help us provide exemplary service to our clients and continue our mission to be "Your Complete Real Estate Solution". 

Mark your calendar, we will be holding a Grand Opening on Wednesday, April 17th, to celebrate joining with United Country, and to answer any questions about the Denver Metro Real Estate Market.  Please visit www.jtsrealty.com for more information about our new brokerage, United Country JTS Realty & Property Management.

About United Country: United Country Real Estate is the largest fully integrated network of conventional and auction real estate professionals in the United States.  The company has been an innovator in real estate marketing since 1925.  United Country supports nearly 550 offices across the U.S., Costa Rica, Panama and resort areas of Mexico, with a unique, comprehensive marketing program that includes one of the largest portfolios of property marketing websites (more than 3,000 separate sites and traffic of approximately 3 million visitors per month), multiple United Country real estate catalogs with national distribution, an extensive buyer database and national advertising of local properties that reaches more than 90 million homes per week.  United Country has recently been recognized by AllBusiness.com, The Land Report, Entrepreneur and The Wall Street Journal as one of the top U.S. real estate companies.