Jenson Real Estate Group

Get rid of squeaky floors!

2010-09-11T06:43:00.000-07:00

As winter approaches it gets dryer and dryer here in Colorado, you may experience squeaker hardwood floors than normal. It's hard to sneak around the house without waking up the spouse and baby, and even the dog for that matter, when old mother floor board is moaning and groaning at every step.

What causes the floor boards to make such loud protests? The boards have become dry and contracted, and the problem will only get worse and winter advances. Click here to find out what to do.

You only get one chance to make a first impression!

2010-09-11T06:35:00.000-07:00

Want increase your home's appeal but not sure how to get the best bang for your back? Start with your home's curb appeal. That's one investment you're sure to recoup. Here are a few of the basics:

Fresh paint goes a long way. If you can't afford to re-paint the entire exterior of your home, focus on the trim around the doorways and windows.
Keep the grass green. If you're going to be putting your home on the market, add an extra cycle or two to the automatic sprinklers to make sure your grass is getting plenty of water. Use fertilizer!
Plant lots and lots of flowers. Fill up those flower beds!
Lay rock or refresh your mulch.
Get rid the weeds! Even in between the sidewalk and driveway cracks.
Wash the windows.

Here are some ways to dress up your porch and entryway.

Hang a wreath.
Get a new mailbox.
Put up new house numbers.
Paint the door.
Get new door hardware or shine the ones you've got.
Get a nice welcome mat.

For more ideas on how to put "your best house forward" click here

Total MLS Sales Statistics

2010-09-07T16:28:00.001-07:00

Click on Map for Most Recent Metrolist Real Estate Statistics

Click Here for Total MLS Sales Statistics

Based on Information from Metrolist, Inc. for the period Jan 2009 through present. Metrolist, Inc. Note: This representation is based in whole or in part on data supplied by Metrolist, Inc. does not guarantee nor is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by metrolist, Inc. may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

July Market Update

2010-08-18T03:39:00.000-07:00

In July 2010 there was a 7.4% increase, year-over-year, in the average sales price for single family homes. At the same time, there was a sharp decline in closed transactions as compared to July 2009, which reflects a challenging real estate market. The fall out from the now expired home buying tax credits lingers longer than expected.

On a positive note, buyers can get rates as low as 4.5 to 4.25% right now. On a loan amount of $230,000, a typical loan amount for a first-time home buyer, a borrower could save $1,600 a year due to having a rate at 4.25% rather than 5.25% (which is about where rates were when the tax credit was still available). After 5 years, the borrower will have saved over $8,000. After 10 years, $16,000! Even without the tax credit, there are plenty of good reasons to buy and lots of ways to save. So, let's get to it! Call me and we'll get started on finding you a great new home.

Residential Highlights:

24.5% decrease in closed sales for July 10 compared to July 09

13.6% increase in active listings (17,983)

45.3% increase in absorption rate (6.6 months)

7.4% increase in average sold price ($297,218)

Condo/Townhome Highlights:

34.4% decrease in closed sales month over month

14.7% decrease in average days on market (93 days)

61.2% increase in absorption rate (8.8 months)

Other News:

New Home Sales Surge in June, Inventory at 42-Year Low: Sales of new U.S. single-family homes rebounded strongly in June from the prior month's record low, driving the number of houses on the market to its lowest level in nearly 42 years. Read more here

FHA Fees Changing: In September of this year, up front mortgage insurance (MI) will move from the current 2.25% of the loan amount down to 1%. Good news, right? Not so fast. The monthly MI amount will be increasing from the current annual percentage of 0.55% up to 0.9%. On a $200,000 loan, at the old annual rate of 0.55%, a borrower would have paid $91.66 in monthly MI. With the new rate, a borrower will pay $150/month. Questions? Let me know.

Five Colorado Cities on CNN's Money's 'Best Places to Live' List: Five Colorado small cities are on Money magazine's latest list of America's 100 "best places to live," with Fort Collins at No. 6, Highlands Ranch at No. 12 and Broomfield at No. 19. Read more here

Just Listed:

2685 S Zurich Ct, Denver - 4 beds/3 baths, $323,500

9573 Castle Ridge Cir, Highlands Ranch - 4 beds/4 baths, $249,900

Price Reduced:

8580 S Nelson Ct, Littleton -3 beds/4 baths, $499,000

June Market Update

2010-07-27T05:56:00.001-07:00

Sales are up year to date over last year, days on market is down, and there has been a modest increase in the averages sales price for real estate the Greater Denver area. Here are some highlights and recent industry news.

Residential Highlights:

7% increase in closed sales year to date

19.8% decrease in days on market (81 days)

5.1% increase in absorption rate (5.1 months)

5.7% increase in average sold price ($299,375)

Condo/Townhome Highlights:

14.1% increase in closed sales year over year

10.3% decrease in average days on market (87 days)

5.5% increase in absorption rate (6.2 months)

Industry News:

19% of Denver-Area Employers Plan Q3 Hiring: Nineteen percent of Denver-area employers plan to hire in the third quarter, while 8 percent expect to cut their payrolls, according to a new quarterly survey by Manpower Inc.

Denver is 'Most Improved' U.S. Housing Market, Businessweek Says: Denver is the "most improved U.S. housing market," according to a new report from Bloomberg Businessweek. "In Denver, the economy and employment slowed just as other areas did during the recession, but things appear to be moving in the right direction this year," the report says.

Union Station gets $300 million in funding. Read more here.

4.5 million buys a home with no A/C. Read more here.

Just Listed:

10430 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge - 3 beds/3 baths, $269,900

37500 Bluebird Lane, Elizabeth - 4 beds/2.5 baths, $338,900

Price Reduced:

10208 Cherryhurst Lane, Highlands Ranch - 3 bed/3 bath, $253,000

8500 E Jefferson Ave #10-I, Denver - 2 bed/2 bath, $138,900

1754 S Grant St #G2, Denver - 1 bed/1 bath, $109,000

Feel free to contact me any time with questions about any of this information or anything else related to real estate. And enjoy the rest of the summer before school starts back up again!

June Update

2010-07-27T05:42:00.001-07:00

Residential Highlights:

7% increase in closed sales year to date

19.8% decrease in days on market (81 days)

5.1% increase in absorption rate (5.1 months)

5.7% increase in average sold price ($299,375)

Condo/Townhome Highlights:

14.1% increase in closed sales year over year

10.3% decrease in average days on market (87 days)

5.5% increase in absorption rate (6.2 months)

Industry News:

Union Station gets $300 million in funding. Read more here.

4.5 million buys a home with no A/C. Read more here.

Just Listed:

10430 W 44th Ave, Wheat Ridge - 3 beds/3 baths, $269,900

37500 Bluebird Lane, Elizabeth - 4 beds/2.5 baths, $338,900

Price Reduced:

10208 Cherryhurst Lane, Highlands Ranch - 3 bed/3 bath, $253,000

8500 E Jefferson Ave #10-I, Denver - 2 bed/2 bath, $138,900

1754 S Grant St #G2, Denver - 1 bed/1 bath, $109,000

Feel free to contact me any time with questions about any of this information or anything else related to real estate. And enjoy the rest of the summer before school starts back up again!

Just Listed!

2010-06-25T08:50:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous upgrades and largest backyard on block! Finished basement. Backs to a greenbelt.
http://www.obeo.com/612243

Now Hiring!

2010-06-24T05:32:00.001-07:00

Immediate opening for assistant to real estate agent.
You should be an organizer, a positive person, a good
communicator – both written and verbal, have excellent computer
skills, have a good sense of humor, be a fast learner with a quick
mind and be willing to work hard and smart. You’ll work in a fast
paced real estate office in the DTC area. We offer an exciting
atmosphere in a people-oriented business.
This is NOT an entry-level position.
Please indicate salary desired.

The first step is to fax or email your resume to:
Fax: 303-796-0203 (Include coversheet to Seth Jenson)
Email: seth@jensonrealestate.com (Address email to Seth)

Requirements:
Extremely high proficiency with MS Office.
Hours are from 7 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. Start time and days worked not flexible.

Please do NOT apply if you want to work from home.
Please do NOT apply if you need benefits.
This is NOT an entry-level position.

Just Listed!

2010-06-04T12:20:00.000-07:00

Affordable urban living with gorgeous hardwoods, granite counters, newer paint and newer carpet!
http://www.Obeo.com/602379

Amazing location! Southern exposure. Great HOA, new roof and paint. Excellent layout.
http://www.Obeo.com/603049

Beautiful two story with three bedrooms and a loft! Cherry cabinets, surround sound and upgraded light fixtures.

Write a letter to go along with your offer

2010-06-03T05:33:00.000-07:00

When writing an offer you may want to consider writing up a letter telling the sellers what you like about their house. Go ahead and tell them a little bit about yourself and your family as well. As simple as it seems, these letters can go a long way in helping to put together a favorable deal!

Jumbo Loan Becoming More Available

2010-05-28T14:35:00.000-07:00

Jumbo loans are becoming more available. They still require a minimum down payment of 10%. Ask your mortgage broker about a 90% loan to value program with NO mortgage insurance. It's a very cool offering!

With jumbo loans the key is debt to income ratio. Ratios have to be at 45% or below.

Mortgage rates drop below 5%

2010-05-25T13:27:00.000-07:00

Just last week, rates dropped to 4.5% for the second time EVER. The last time was about a year and a half ago, but they only stayed that low for literally an hour or two. This time, it seems like rates are staying lower a little longer. Today’s rate is 4.625% on a 30 year fixed (certain restrictions apply).

“Consumer confidence is up, which means consumers are more optimistic about their personal financial situation and more likely to buy higher priced items. However, with unemployment also up and fear in the stock market, money is flowing into bonds and keeping mortgage rates low,” says Blair Weed of the Meridian Lending Group. “My recommendation to those considering financing/refinancing a home is to lock in your interest rate now. There is so little room for rates to go down, yet so much pressure for them to go up.”

*Market Highlights

Average sold price for single family homes up 7.8% over April 09.

Number of closed single family homes up 22.1% year over year.
*All numbers per the Denver MLS.

Coming Soon

4366 Perth Cir, Denver—3 beds/2 baths, $149,500

Just Listed

8500 E Jefferson Ave #10-I, Denver—2 bed/2 bath, $146,000—Under contract in 9 days!

269 Galapago St, Denver—1 bed/1 bath, $179,900

Price Reduced

3100 Huron St #2D, Denver—2 beds/2 baths, $299,000

594 Chandelle Rd, Castle Rock—4 beds/4 baths, 7 garage spaces, $649,900

5347 W Fremont Pl, Littleton—5 beds/4 baths, $299,900—Under contract!

11627 Bowles Cir, Littleton—5 beds/2 baths, $212,900

2232 E 100^th Pl, Thornton—5 beds/4 baths, $279,900

If you’d like more information on historically low interest rates for the purposes of purchasing or refinancing, let me know and I can help or put you in touch with someone who can.

In The Heights

2010-05-07T04:25:00.001-07:00

I adored this show from the opening scene! Never thought I'd say this, but it's got the perfect blend of rap and soaring ballads. Dancing that you can actually relate to. (Yeah, I guess I relate better to hip hop than tap). The characters are lovable and some are hilarious. I was laughing and talking out loud the whole time, much to Meg's delight I'm sure. If I talk out loud during a show, it's a sure sign that I love it. Besides, the guy next to me was chomping on his gum so loudly the whole time I had to in order for Meg to hear me!

Are you moved to tears sometimes, not because you're sad or overly happy, but just for the sheer fact that something you're witnessing is so well done and the people performing are so dang talented? That happens to me sometimes. I just get this overwhelming feeling and want to shout or cry or something because what I'm seeing is so cleverly, beautifully, joyfully executed. All this emotion wells up inside of me and starts leaking out in the form of laughter, a huge grin, tears or me talking out loud to the person next to me! I love seeing people throw everything they have into something and give it all they've got - especially when they're really, really, really talented. That's the way I felt during this show. It all came together really well for me. Best show I've seen in a long, long time!

The Great Bridge

2010-05-06T04:29:00.001-07:00

The Great Bridge: The Epic Story of the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge by David McCullough

My rating: 3 of 5 stars
I liked the latter half of this book better than the first. I got tired of the stories of political corruption in New York during that time as well as all the details about the the technical aspects of the construction and lowering of the caissons used for the foundations on the bridge on the New York and Brooklyn sides of the river. At the same time, I don't know how the author could've left much of it out. I guess I wish he would've made a bit more concise for guys like me that just wanna get to the good part.

My favorite part of the book was the characters. Absolutely fascinating men and women. People of such talent, brilliance, and incredible work ethic. These are the people we all lean upon. There are men and women like this in every era. They make our lives better in more ways than we can imagine.

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Difficult Conversations

2010-05-06T04:18:00.001-07:00

Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss what Matters Most by Douglas Stone

My rating: 5 of 5 stars
Fantastic book. I'm gonna have to read it again and again. Could use the content for an amazing marriage improvement course. I'd sign up.

Lots of practical advice in this book. I loved the role plays. So easy to relate to. One of the best things I learned (or was reminded about) is that you should never blame someone else for a problem but instead find out how each party contributed to the problem and learn to talk it through openly and fairly.

I wish I'd read this book months ago! There are a number of difficult conversations I've had since then that would've gone a lot better. They still would've been difficult, because difficult conversations always are, but I would've been able to handle them more skillfully.

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Monthly Update

2010-05-03T15:50:00.001-07:00

Thank you for supporting me by sending me the contact information of anyone you know that’s thinking about buying or selling real estate.

Which part of the market is really moving right now? If you’ve heard that most of the activity in the Denver real estate market is at the lower end, you’re right. According to Metrolist data, almost 93% of the sales in the first quarter of 2010 were priced below $500,000. Of the 8,121 homes (and condos) sold in the first quarter of this year, 7.7% of the homes sold were priced at $500,000 or more. Homes priced at or below $100,000 accounted for 12% of the market. Those from $100,000 to $200,000 comprised 34%; $200,000 to $300,000, 27%; and $300,000 to $500,000, 19%.

That being said, the market is slowly shifting back towards equilibrium. Whereas there was an enormous amount of activity going on for properties priced below $100,000 a couple of years ago, those properties have mostly been gobbled up. There just isn’t a lot of activity in that price range anymore. As the numbers and percentages above show, most of the activity is taking place between $200,000 and $500,000.

Fact or fiction? There is little or no financing available for homes priced above $500,000. FICTION! There’s plenty of financing available. There were actually 834 closings in the first quarter for homes and condos priced above $500,000. A full 107 of them were priced at 1 million or more!

Click Here For Photos & Info On All My Active Listings

Coming Soon

269 Galapago Street, Denver—2 bed/2 bath, $179,900

Just Listed

948 Locust Street, Denver—6 bed/5 bath, $749,900

594 Chandelle Road, Castle Rock—4 bed/4 bath, $695,000

1725 Wild Rye Court, Castle Rock – 5 bed/3 bath, $374,000

16140 Martingale Drive W, Parker—3 bed/3 bath, $239,900

11627 W Bowles Circle, Littleton—4 bed/2 bath, $219,900

17139 E Neu Towne Parkway, Parker—3 bed/3 bath, $219,000

Price Reduced

9221 Weeping Willow Court, Highlands Ranch—4 bed/3 bath, $229,000

10208 Cherryhurst Lane, Highlands Ranch—3 bed/3 bath, $256,900

3435 S Ammons Street, #30-6, Lakewood—2 bed/3 bath, $169,900

23662 E Chenango Place, Aurora—2 bed/2 bath, $264,900

3100 Huron Street-2D, Denver—2 bed/2 bath, $309,000

2232 E 100th Place, Thornton—5 bed/4 bath, $289,900

1322 Beth Lane, Northglenn—3 bed/4 bath, $209,900

9095 Renoir Drive, Littleton—3 bed/3 bath, $254,900

838 Inca Street, Denver—2 bed/2 bath, $175,000

There is life after the tax credit. I will prove it! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to come out of the Great Recession together!

Just Listed!

2010-04-30T08:45:00.000-07:00

6 bedrooms with 7 bedroom on main or study!
http://www.Obeo.com/588212

Brand new flooring! New interior and exterior paint.
http://www.Obeo.com/588215

Awesome mountain views with fully finished walkout basement!
http://www.Obeo.com/593761

Move in ready! Much better than a new home.
http://www.Obeo.com/597200

Professionally finished basement in a pool community!

Fabulous 2 story in the heart of Montclair!
http://www.obeo.com/597998

Very clean 3 bedroom 3 bathroom with large backyard!

Columbine

2010-04-20T19:40:00.000-07:00

Just Listed!

2010-03-30T11:57:00.000-07:00

Newer home! 42K in upgrades! http://www.Obeo.com/589572

Primo unit! Really cute and updated. http://www.Obeo.com/588639

Great 5 bedroom ranch home with finished mother-in-law basement! http://www.Obeo.com/589275

Just Listed!

2010-02-26T09:18:00.001-08:00

Immaculate home at unbelievable price! 5 beds/4 baths & full fin bsmnt! 3-car garage. Great layout & beautiful upgrades.

Hardwoods, corian counters, butler's pantry & formal dining. Media center, vaulted 9' ceilings, new paint! Huge deck & mature landscaping.

http://www.Obeo.com/580572

Great two story with three car garage! On a cul-de-sac. Great mountain views with no neighbors behind. Big flat backyard. Perfect family home.

Finished basement with rec room/surround sound. 5th bed/office. Bay windows! Upgraded master with 5 piece bathroom. Shows really well! Must see!

http://www.Obeo.com/584207

Wonderful views of the front range! Nice two story with four bedrooms up. Lots of space for price. Near schools, pool and shopping. Finished basement. Great deck with big flat backyard.

Will go fast at this price!

Super Updates!

2010-01-07T06:17:00.000-08:00

New everything! Roof, windows, gutters, garage doors, hinges, knobs, kitchen hardware, & newer A/C! Gorgeous hardwoods on upper & main! Super quiet neighborhood on cul-de-sac! New paint! Tile in baths. Carpet in great shape. Fantastic condition inside & out.

Luxury, Downtown Living!

2009-12-22T10:04:00.000-08:00

Amazing downtown location just steps from Coors Field! Not far from Pepsi Center either. Rare floor plan with two bedrooms! Stylish, modern, open and light! Lots of windows! Extended custom kitchen with custom paint, hardwoods, custom counters, tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances! Two bedrooms, kitchen, eating space, laundry, and everything else you need!

MOVE IN READY!

2009-12-22T09:34:00.000-08:00

Wow! This one stands apart. Really cute! Move right in and enjoy! Great décor and paint! Extensive decking in spacious back yard. Charming front paver patio. Updated baths and fixtures. This is a must see! Updated and ready to go. All you need is a toothbrush.

Great Neighborhood!

2009-12-22T09:11:00.000-08:00

OWN AMAZING PIECE OF PROPERTY! OLD SCHOOLHOUSE CONVERSION! HIGH 11 FT CEILINGS! HUGE 6 FT DOUBLE HUNG WINDOWS! VINTAGE DOORS & HEXAGON TILE IN ENTRY & BATH! HRDWD FLOORS, TRIM & MOLDINGS! CLAWFOOT TUB & PEDASTAL SINK! COVETED NEIGHBORHOOD! WALK EVERYWHERE!

Amazing Mountain Views!

2009-12-22T08:18:00.000-08:00

AMAZING MOUNTAIN VIEWS FROM PIKES TO LONGS!! FULL W/O BASEMENT, 3-CAR GARAGE. NEW GRANITE SLAB, BACKSPLASH & S.S. APPLIANCES! TILE IN ALL BATHS. CLEAN, PLUSH CARPET & GORGEOUS HARDWOODS. NEWER PAINT & GLEAMING TRIM! NEW LIGHT FIXTURES, ROOF & GUTTERS!

QUIET LOCATION, MORE UPDATED THAN COMPETITION! GREAT VALUE AT THIS PRICE! WILL GO FAST

Free Holiday Pie!

2009-12-01T16:49:00.001-08:00

Happy Holidays!

My dear wife Megan and I would like to brighten your season with a free bakery pie! It’s our way of saying thanks for your friendship and referrals. We’ll have your pie fresh and ready for pickup at my office on December 23rd from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Pickup Time
Wednesday, December 23rd, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Pickup Location
Metro Brokers DTC Office 8101 E Belleview Ave Ste F Denver, CO 80237

When you arrive Meg, Max and I will greet you and hand you your free bakery pie! And no, these aren’t Meg’s pies, but they’re delicious! We’ll also be serving drinks, goodies and listening to the music of the season. We welcome you to stay and visit!

To reserve your pie simply email me at Seth@JensonRealEstate.com or call and leave a message at 720-989-1210 no later than December 18th. With your message please include your selection of pumpkin, apply or cherry.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!

Seth, Meg and Max

Just Listed!

2009-12-01T12:28:00.000-08:00

Whole house renovation! Eating space/kitchen. Huge fenced back yard. Gorgeous hardwoods. Walk-in closets. Huge pantry and oversized stainless steel fridge in ample kitchen. New everything: Plumbing, electrical, A/C roof, windows. Newer Paint. Poured Plaster walls. Lots of storage!

To see more details and photos go to http://JensonRealEstate.com and click on the Featured Listings Link.

Everything Upgraded! Remodeled!

2009-11-25T08:02:00.000-08:00

Positive Perspective in a Down Economy

2009-10-29T08:09:00.001-07:00

Average Sold Price Up 5.5%. Combined MLS Residential Absorption Rate is at 5.1 months - a 9.9% reduction. (Metrolist)

Home sales rise 9.4% in September. Home resales rose nationally in September to the highest level in more than two years, beating expectations, as buyers scrambled to complete their purchases before a tax credit for first-time owners expires. (USA Today)

Edie Marks sells Cherry Hills home for $6.7 million. The 16,000-square-foot, six-bedroom home on 5.25 acres is the former estate of golf pro Craig Stadler. The seller was Debra Toney, a local designer and architect, who gave the house a significant makeover. "The buyer was born in France, and he said the really lush acres reminded him of the French countryside," said Marks, who declined to name the buyer. Asking price for the property was $6,995,000. "I do believe every house has the right buyer, even in this economy," said Marks. (Denver Post)

Forbes Ranked Colorado Fourth Best State for Business: Forbes.com's latest ranking of the best states for business ranks Colorado at No. 4, up from No. 6 last year. The ranking measures six categories for businesses: costs, labor supply, regulatory environment, current economic climate, growth prospects and quality of life. Colorado finished in the top 15 in four of the six main categories, including quality of its workforce (1st), prospects for growth (2nd), and economic climate. read more here

Denver home prices rise for sixth straight month. August marked the sixth consecutive month that Denver-area home prices rose. Area housing prices were up 1% compared with July, but down 1.9% compared with August last year, according to the Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller home-price index.

Vestas Hiring Workers for Brighton Plant, Plans Job Fair: Vestas Nacelles America Inc. is recruiting workers for its planned Brighton wind-power factory and will hold a career fair Thursday. Vestas announced last year it will build a $290 million plant in Brighton for assembling wind-turbine nacelles and making blades. The facility is expected to be in operation by next year. The blade factory will employ about 650 people and the nacelle plant will have about 700 employees, Vestas has said. read more here

Record Streak Continues for Pending Home Sales: Pending home sales have increased for seven straight months, the longest in the series of the index which began in 2001, according to the National Association of Realtors®.Lawrence Yun, NAR chief economist, said the housing market momentum has clearly turned for the better. “The recovery is broad-based across many parts of the country. Housing affordability has been at record highs this year with the added stimulus of a first-time buyer tax credit,” he said. read more here

Is the Vail Valley Economy Starting to Rebound? The Vail Valley's giddy boom days of 2007 are long past, but there may be some signs the local economy is starting to show some signs of life. read more here

Denver No. 7 as Youth Magnet: The Wall Street Journal enlisted the help of six experts to determine the 10 most attractive cities that for attracting young professionals, and profiled the top 5. Denver ranked No. 7. read more here

Momentum for a new school at Stapleton grows

http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_13656986

Foreclosure filings drop in Denver area

http://denver.bizjournals.com/denver/stories/2009/10/26/daily18.html

Tax Credit Extension Seems Likely

http://www.realtor.org/RMODaily.nsf/pages/News2009102701

Just Listed!

2009-10-26T11:11:00.000-07:00

Beautiful brick ranch in desirable area! Incredible kitchen remodel. Out of this world! It just looks really, really good. Must see! All new kitchen has new cabinets, granite tile, canned lights. Gorgeous all around. New windows and blinds! New tile in entry. Lovely hardwood floors. All new light fixtures, fans, switches and plugs. New furnace and A/C. Newer roof and gutters. New outside lighting. Newly insulated and sheet rocked garage with new lights in garage too. New 200 outlet in garage. New insulated Martin garage door in garage. New glass front door. High quality storm French doors at back with screens that roll up and down. Stainless door handles throughout house. Remodeled master bath. Fence including car-size gate.

To see more details and photos go to http://www.jensonrealestate.com and click on the Featured Listings link.

Just Listed!

2009-10-06T13:35:00.000-07:00

Beautiful, Classic Home in Coveted San Rafael District!

Rare opportunity to own a stunning, classic, turn-of-the century home in the coveted San Rafael District in the heart of Denver! Superb location! Doesn't get any better than this. What a beautiful, special home. Must see! All the modern conveniences. Some updates, but you can still make it your own.

To see more details and photos go to http://www.JensonRealEstate.com and click on the Featured Listings link.

Just Listed!

2009-09-30T13:41:00.000-07:00

Rare opportunity to own a custom home with 2.09 acres in a fantastic location near DTC and the city! Feels like you’re out in the country. Zoned for horses, no covenants.
Coveted Sierra Vista Estate neighborhood.

Appealing ranch floor plan with main floor master, laundry and study. Excellent condition! Enjoy the privacy of a cul-de-sac location. Peace, quiet, and gorgeous mountain views! Two by six energy saving walls. Hardwood floors, see-through two-sided fireplace, formal dining, and a large kitchen with a kitchen island and granite counters.

Main Level: Front porch, entry, main floor study, master suite with full master bath, laundry, half bath, living room, dining room, kitchen with island and breakfast nook.

Upper Level: Two bedrooms and a full bath.

Lower Level: Open basement with a crawl space (great for
storage).

Drive up to your circle drive and enjoy a huge deck out back. Plenty of space! Attached 3-car garage. Additional detached 30x40 steel frame garage for 6 vehicles and/or RV parking.

To see more details and photos go to http://JensonRealEstate.com and click on Featured Listings link.

Just Listed!

2009-09-18T12:54:00.000-07:00

Beautiful, newer ranch home - inside and out! Great curb appeal. Hardwood floors in entry and kitchen. Beautiful paint and designer touches throughout home. Clean, bright, and open. Wonderful, function kitchen with huge island and pull out drawers in all the cabinets. Tons of storage space. Main floor laundry. Ceiling fans and window coverings. Master suite with five piece bath and an oversized tub. Adorable nursery. Open basement - finish it how you choose! Great back yard with ample deck. High quality siding - very low maintenance. All you need is a toothbrush!

Excellent schools. Cute community with friendly neighbors. Pride of ownership everywhere you look. Easy access to all the amenities you need. Parks, trails, and more!

To see more details and photos go to http://www.JensonRealEstate.com and click on the featured listings link.

Just Listed!

2009-09-10T08:33:00.000-07:00

Luxury living in the heart of heart of the Denver Tech Center! Compare the size of this unit, location and HOA value to any other high rise in Denver. Best kept secret in town! Faces West and affords sweeping, panoramic mountain views from every single window! Shows like a model! Great, open floor plan with open kitchen, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, convection oven, maple cabinets, slate floors, and custom moldings. Custom light fixtures and blinds throughout.

To see more details and photos go to http://www.JensonRealEstate.com and click on Featured Listings link.

Just Listed!

2009-07-21T09:54:00.001-07:00

Situated on a cul-de-sac in one of Littleton's wonderful, old neighborhoods. Mature trees, beautiful lot with fantastic front and back yards. Brand new paint and carpet. Pristine condition. Close to light rail, shops, restaurants, and everywhere you want to be.

Visit www.JensonRealEstate.com for more pics and details. Click on the Featured Listings section.

Blockbuster's Gettin' With It

2009-05-31T05:54:00.000-07:00

When Redbox came out I thought it was greatest thing ever. Movies for a buck! Wow!! Let's go to Redbox and get a movie!

Well, I got tired of it quick and here's why. The selection is terrible! They run out of the movies I want! You have to sit and wait while some indecisive guy picks out his movie! You wait the WAIT IN LINE TO RETURN A MOVIE! You have to go to McDonalds to get your movie! Eww, McDonalds.

I can now honestly say that I'm a Redbox hater, and so, last night, Meg and I decided to stop by Blockbuster again. We almost felt guilty. $5 for a movie when we can get one at Redbox? Who cares if it's not the one we wanted to see, it's only a dollar! But we decided to splurge last night, and so to Blockbuster we went. We drove up, parked, and I walked in to get a movie while Meg waited in the car with the Maxinator.

I noticed a big advertisement on the windows of the store that said, "Thousands of Movies for $1 a Day!" MUSIC TO MY EARS!

That's exactly what I would've wanted to hear on my first haj back to Blockbuster. Ladies and gentleman, it's true, Blockbuster is back. There are literally THOUSANDS of movies to choose from, and you don't have to wait in line to pick out your movie. You don't have to wait in line to return your movie either. You don't have to go to McDonald's, and it truly does cost a dollar a day to rent a movie (unless it's on the "wall" and then it's $2.50 for the first day).

If you value your time and your right to choose, DON'T GO TO REDBOX EVER AGAIN! Because you deserve to find the movie you wanted. You deserve to get your movie with DIGNITY!

Life's too short to not be passionate about things.

Denver's On the Rebound!

2009-05-28T19:41:00.000-07:00

Good news for real estate! Denver was named #1 on a list of cities poised for real estate rebound by NBC's Today Show. Denver, more than any other U.S. city is "clearly on a rebound," said real estate expert Barbara Corcoran. "Everything about Denver is pointing up, up, up." The city has "a vibrant downtown, it has a high employment base, it has educated people, it has youth, [and] it has one of the biggest park systems in the country." The picks on the top cities list were based on eight factors:

1. Job growth potential

2. A growing population

3. Good weather

4. Lots of first time buyers

5. No overbuilding

6. A vital downtown

7. A well educated population

8. Foreclsoures earlier than other cities

*For more, click here: http://denver.bizjournals.com/denver/stories/2009/05/18/daily31.html

I personally have noticed an uptick in activity. Over half of my listings are selling in 45 days or less. I listed a home in Greenwood Village's Huntingon Acres earlier this month that probably would've moved a lot slower just a few months ago because of limited jumbo loan financing options. But jumbo loans are coming back! (Just ask for details if interested.) After a flurry of interest, I had this home under contract in just 7 days on the market! Unheard of. The virtual tour to that home can be viewed at http://www.Obeo.com/536803

Just for fun, here's a list of the neighborhoods with the highest average sale price increase in 2008:

Baker: Average Sold Price = $255,000; + 8%

Berkeley East: Average Sold Price = $314,000; + 7%

Cherry Creek: Average Sold Price = $1,161,000; + 11%

East Highland: Average Sold Price = $296,000; + 7%

Platt Park South: Average Sold Price = $402,000; + 4%

Rosedale: Average Sold Price = $360,000; +17%

University Hills: Average Sold Price = $303,000; + 6%

Wash Park East: Average Sold Price = $705,000; + 8%

Call me if you have questions about how your neighborhood is faring. I'll be happy to consult with you about your long-term and short-term real estate plans.

Go Nuggets! Go Denver!!

Seth Jenson

Broker | Owner

Jenson Real Estate Group

303-268-2024 (Direct)

303-564-5049 (Mobile)

Metro Brokers, Inc.

2009 Turning Out To Be Another Tough Year

2009-05-27T15:39:00.000-07:00

As we all know, Colorado’s economy went through a tough year in 2008. So far, 2009 is turning out to be another tough year. According to Metrolist, the Denver area’s Multiple Listing Service, closed residential sales were down 12% in March from March 2008 and 14% year to date. The average sold price is down 8% from a year ago.

But there’s light at the end of the tunnel! There are more than a few positive indicators to look to. The inventory of homes for sale is about 20% lower than it was 12 months ago, and new listings coming on the market are off by 16%. Absorption rate—an indicator of how quickly the supply of homes on the market is turning—is currently at 5.9 months, down 10% from this time last year. Both of these metrics indicate that the glut of homes on the market is clearing out. Buyers are snatching up homes, and for those of you contemplating putting your home on the market, you will have less competition to contend with.

Consider all of these positive market indicators:

• Low interest rates

• Pent up demand amongst Denver buyers

• Lower inventory of homes available in the Denver area

• Falling absorption rate

• Opportunity to get good deals (perceived or real)

• Buyer incentives like the $8,000 first-time home buyer tax credit

So, what does the future hold? Well, as usual, when making guesses about the future it’s important to realize a prediction is just that, a guess. But hopefully an educated one. I could be way off base, but when taking all of these indicators into account it would appear that we’re going to be one of the first markets to come out of the national real estate doldrums. But remember, I could be totally wrong here! Stay tuned.

If you have any questions about the current market or would like to discuss your situation, please call. That’s what I’m here for.

Warm regards,

Seth Jenson

Broker | Owner

Jenson Real Estate Services

303-268-2024 (direct)

303-564-5049 (mobile)

Metro Brokers, Inc.

P.S. Please call or email me if you know anyone that might want to buy, sell, or finance a property ANYWHERE. I'll take excellent care of them, or I'll find a top agent or broker or to help them. Thanks in advance for your referrals.