FOR SALE: 13949 Cook St, Thornton

Move-in ready or take your time making plans for a cosmetic upgrade! This well-maintained 2-story in The Vistas at Cherrywood Park backs to a greenbelt that can take you to Cherrywood Park in just moments. The large primary bedroom has a full bath with dual sinks and walk-in closet with organizer. Doing laundry is convenient when it's upstairs, and the loft with built-in shelving will keep your office tidy, provide a third common area or convert to a third bedroom! 

1620 square feet, wood floors on the main level, gas fireplace, security system, extra storage in the garage, newer carpet and water heater, fenced-in patio, close to I-25 and the Orchard Town Center where you can enjoy shopping, restaurants and breweries.

Showings have begun - don't hesitate to reach out! At $510,000, this house is the lowest priced in the neighborhood. Why rent when you can buy?

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@elevatedrealestate.com

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FOR SALE: 2214 W 101st Circle, Thornton

If you want less exterior maintenance but also some elbow room, this Hunter's Chase 2-story is for you. The HOA maintains the front landscaping and the snow shoveling and leaves you to enjoy your lovely back patio and fire pit. With over 2800 sqft, it's one of the largest in the neighborhood. When you need a little more space, head to the end of the block to the park and playground and get your frisbee on!

Four bedrooms upstairs keeps kids close to you, or provides plenty of space for guest rooms and offices. The master suite has an updated bathroom with natural slate tile and a space for quietly reading a book or binging the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in private. The finished basement has room for a theater, pool table or the hundreds of stuffed animals and puzzles you somehow accumulated over the years. Don't worry - when the children get older their toys get smaller. And more expensive.

 The main living space has wood floors, a gas fireplace and separate dining room. The kitchen has granite counters and new stainless steel appliances. The furnace and roof are new and the water heater is just 3 years old, so you don't have to worry about those large expenses for a long while. 

Minutes to both US-36 and I-25, you can work, eat or play in Denver or Boulder. Take a walk on the nearby Northwest Open Space trails or enjoy a date night at the Adventure Golf and Raceway in the beautiful Colorado weather.

Listing price is If you'd like to see it in person, don't hesitate to text me for your private showing!
  

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@elevatedrealestate.com

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FOR SALE: 10163 Wyandott Circle N, Thornton

Low maintenance, close to the park, shopping and I-25 - lots of house for the money!

This Hunters Chase 2-story home just hit the market! Four bedrooms (three upstairs with a fourth on the main level that could be an office), two and three-quarter baths, separate dining room, large living room, upstairs laundry facilities and a giant master bedroom! With 2000sqft there is room for everyone to get together for movie night and still find a place for quiet reading. 

No need to worry about spending a lot of money on old systems after closing. This house has a new roof, new central A/C, new carpet upstairs, new microwave and water filter in the kitchen last year, new water heater the year before that. In addition, the sellers are providing a Platinum Blue Ribbon Home Warranty to give the new buyers some peace of mind as they check on Pinterest ideas for the back patio!

This home is just steps to a city park and conveniently located near I-25. The HOA takes care of the front landscaping and sprinklers, and plows the snow right up to your garage door in the winter!

The property is available to tour immediately, and I'll be hosting an Open House on Saturday, July 14, 2pm-4pm, or call me for a private showing!
  

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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COMING SOON - Thornton!

COMING SOON! Two-story in Thornton. Text 1038 to 720-358-2460 for more details!

  

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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Fracking Updates

The anti-fracking movement recently suffered a disappointment when measures failed to make the fall Colorado ballot. Not enough signatures were collected, and some are alleging forgery for many that were collected. The proposals included increased setbacks for new oil and gas facilities from homes and other buildings, as well as more power for local governments to control or restrict the process.

All of the action taken against fracking the past few years has been an uphill battle. The bottom line is this: most of us, especially those in city or suburban areas, do not own the mineral and oil rights under our properties. Typically, those subsurface rights were severed from the properties years ago and sold to oil and gas companies who reserve the right to explore and remove anything they may find worth removing. Both the surface and subsurface owners have an equal right to "enjoy" their interest. In other words, homeowners cannot prevent oil and gas companies from extracting minerals and oil from under their properties. 


The most that can be done is to govern how and when it is mined, since having subsurface rights does not allow that owner to interfere or devalue the rights of those on the surface. Moratoriums on drilling wells have had some success in delaying new facilities from operating, giving cities time to more closely examine the effects of fracking on the environment and residents. These measures have been extremely controversial and have resulted in several lawsuits from the Colorado Oil and Gas Association as well as Colorado's Supreme Court striking down some cities' ordinances. The court ruling does leave opportunities for home rule municipalities to regulate some aspects of oil and gas operations in the future.

Colorado oil and gas permits, courtesy of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.

 
Current developments for gas and oil development in the Denver metro area can be found here:

• Boulder County
• City of Brighton 
• City and County of Broomfield
• Town of Erie
• City of Fort Collins
• City of Lafayette 
• City of Longmont  
• City of Thornton

 
image: WildEarth Guardians

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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FOR SALE: 9933 Gaylord Street, Thornton

Brand new listing in Wind Dance! This 2404sqft home sits on a corner lot, affording a huge yard. The property boasts several fruit trees and a huge flagstone patio. Enjoy the Colorado seasons, toasting with friends around the fire pit.

Inside, you'll find the main floor both comfortable and open, with vaulted ceilings, natural light, wood floors, new ceiling fans and decorative lighting. The kitchen has granite counters, new stainless steel oven, built in desk, and a breakfast counter.

With four bedrooms up and an unfinished basement down, there's plenty of room to live and play. The basement has a built-in work bench for your projects with lots of open space to work while still allowing storage. The master bedroom enjoys a 5-piece master bath with walk-in closet.

A small loft office at the top of the stairs allows you to pay your bills and still hear when dinner is ready. The home has been well-loved and maintained, and the location is convenient for access to I-25 and other amenities. At $299,000, can't you see yourself living here? 

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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Thornton Under $200,000

The City of Thornton has some good deals if you've got the time to weed through the listings on the market under $200,000.  For some, the location and price are the only deciding factors, as they are willing and able to put in some sweat equity.  But even if you aren't handy or don't have the budget for extensive repairs, you can find a solid - if basic - house in a good neighborhood to start your real estate journey.

12587 3rd Street - $150,000
This 1936 home sits on 4 lots in west Thornton.  It's near both older and newer homes and is across the street from a pocket park.  With only 572sqft but a new water and sewer line, this could be a great opportunity for someone to scrape the existing structures and develop the over half acre property.

9755 Elizabeth Street - $189,900
With 1728sqft, 4 beds and 2 baths, this house is clean and shows nicely.  The kitchen could use some updating but is functional and bright.  The carpet is showing it's age but replacement could be postponed.  The features are basic but the yard is large and the house boasts a new sump pump, triple glazed vinyl windows and central air.

10947 Grape Way - $199,000
Located on a cul-de-sac, this 3 bed, 2 bath property has some updating with tile floors, newer windows and a heated addition.  The kitchen needs renovating and the large yard has potential.  The tri-level layout can be a challenge for some folks, especially with only two of the bedrooms upstairs.

11249 Madison Street - $200,000
This 1700sqft home has a full, finished basement and sits on a bumped-out cul-de-sac, it's large front and side yard buffering it some from traffic.  It's a stone's throw from the city's rec center, skate park and pond.  The kitchen and baths have been renovated, but there is some work to do in the other living spaces.

I'm out every Friday touring homes, checking out new inventory and getting a feel for value is this fast-paced market.  If you'd ever like to join me, just give me a shout and let me know what you'd like to see!

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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A Tour of Hunters Chase

Hunters Chase is a great subdivision tucked away on the southwest edge of the city.  Comprised primarily of 2-story patio homes from 1466 to over 3000 square feet, the neighborhood is well cared for and boasts a park in the middle and HOA-maintained front yards.  If you'd like to peek inside a few of the properties, you can tag along with my tomorrow morning.

10175 Wyandott Circle - $215,000
At 1466sqft, this is one of the smallest homes in the development.  No basement, but it does have 3 bedrooms up with 3 baths including a 5-piece master bath.  While it's at the end of a cul-de-sac, it also backs to an apartment complex on the north side of the neighborhood.  The seller claims to have mountain views, and has spruced up the property with new paint and carpet.

10025 Wyandott Circle - $224,500
This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has almost 3000sqft, but only 1874 of that is finished.  The good news is there is room to grow and customize the basement to a family's specific needs.  The kitchen has been updated with stainless appliances and the common living area enjoys a double-sided fireplace.  The bathrooms are also updated, leaving less work for a potential buyer, but backing to 100th Avenue could mean more noise.

10106 Wyandott Circle - $224,900
While this home has only 1466sqft, it's the highest priced property in the neighborhood that isn't currently under contract.  Also a 3 bedroom, 3 bath home, the finishes are basic and the basement is unfinished.  It's also been on the market for 72 days with a $10,000 price reduction about a month ago.  It's bank owned, which usually means a good deal, but given the comps I think there's still some wiggle room.


I always recommend setting up listing alerts for my buyers, so they can begin to narrow down the property types and neighborhoods they want to visit.  The earlier they can start this process, the better, as it will help them recognize a good value when it does pop up.  It also helps them make a confident final decision, having already reviewed many properties online.  If you are interested in learning about a particular neighborhood, give me a call and I'll get you set up.

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I would love to help you with your real estate journey. 

Please contact me at 303-917-7143 or robbin@stauferteam.com

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