Sunday, February 19, 2012

Discounts and Incentives Offer Real Estate Deals for Buyers in Steamboat Springs, CO

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Buyers looking for high-end, luxury condominiums in Steamboat Springs are in a great position to find some deals. A recent surge of price reductions and developer incentives has increased interest in some of the best properties on the market. Demand is still lagging supply, however there have been 16 sales over $800,000 for condos and townhomes in the downtown and mountain areas since November 2011, and our busiest selling season is just beginning.

The relative abundance of luxury real estate has sellers competing for buyers to keep this recent condo buying trend in motion. For example, the developers of the ski-in/ski-out luxury condos at Edgemont are offering to pay three years of HOA dues on the next sale of any of the 13 remaining condos. They are also offering two years of paid HOA dues estimated at $22,000 annually for the next phase of to-be-built four and five bedroom townhomes. And while the townhomes are being built, they will provide use of Edgemont Ridge condos for up to two weeks in both the winter and summer seasons!

Two other properties, Cimmaron Townhomes across the street from the Steamboat Ski Area, and Norwegian Log, an older ski-in/ski-out are also offering a price reduction.

Bear Lodge at Trappeur’s Crossing is offering 25% off the next sale of their remaining new 3 or 4 bedroom luxury condominiums located one block from the base of the Steamboat Ski Resort. The offer also includes paid HOA dues for 3 years.
Recently discounted pricing makes these high-end condos an attractive deal for anyone looking for resort properties. Listing prices are less than $500 per square foot.

Newly constructed Trailhead Lodge at Wildhorse Meadows slashed prices of its fully-furnished condos up to 50% off the original listings with prices now in the mid-$400 per square foot range.

Deals don’t stop at the ski area. In downtown Steamboat Springs condos in the newly constructed Howelsen Place and Alpenglow Lofts have incentives also. Up to 25% off at Howelsen Place and 35% at Alpenglow on the next two sales at each property.

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Friday, January 6, 2012

Highmark and Trappeurs Crossing Condos close out 2011 with 15 sales in the Steamboat Springs Real Esate Market

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Deals at Highmark Steamboat Springs and Trappeur’s Crossing Condominiums in the Steamboat Springs real estate market were snatched up at nearly half the price/sq.ft. of other ski-in/ski-out real estate developments such as One Steamboat Place and Edgemont. Quality finishes and walk to the ski slope access made these deals even more attractive with Highmark selling from $355 to $455/sq.ft. in 2011; the price range was dependent on location and views, and 5 of the 6 sales at Highmark were distressed. Trappeur’s Crossing condos price ranges, including Timberline, Champagne, Aspen, Emerald and Bear Lodge, were from $320/sq.ft. for Timberline to the newer construction and higher quality finishes of Bear Lodge at $500/sq.ft. for a 5 bedroom. None of the Trappeur’s Crossings sales were distressed.

In contrast, One Steamboat place sales ranged from $629/sq.ft. to $926/sq.ft. for their premier property. These sale prices are 30-40% off their original release prices in 2007! Edgemont recently closed their 5 bedroom bunk house with the magnificant views for $780/sq.ft.; the top sale was $826/sq.ft.

Many more exceptional deals can be had at other ski-in/ski-out and close-to-the-slopes properties in Steamboat Springs. A few to watch include Trailhead at Wildhorse at about 50% off original list price, Eagleridge selling well below 2007 pricing and we’re beginning to see some better deals at Chateau Chamonix.

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

October Routt County Statistics for Steamboat Springs Real Estate

October is a mixed bag for the Steamboat Springs real estate market: down slightly from last month in volume, and down even more in transactions - however, all of the difference is in Interval closings, which were significantly lower than last month.

The residential market had a consistent and strong showing with close to the same numbers as last month, and a predominance of residential trend points that were trending higher. Also, you’ll find several upper end residential closings which are noted below.

Bank sales were down tremendously, with only 6 in October as opposed to 18 in September..

Highest Priced Sale for October 2011:
10/27/2011 $3,375,000 Agate Creek Preserve Subdivision Lot 1 aka 35375 Humble Road – 5 Bedroom 5.5 Bath YOC 2004 with 8,137 SF Living Area. 7.57 AC Land Area. Price per square foot (PPSF) $414.77.

Highest PPSF for October 2011:
10/6/2011 $2,030,000 One Steambaot Place Condo @ Après Ski Way Condo Unit R-418 aka 2250 Après Ski Way – 4 Bedroom 4 Bath with 2,420 SF Living Area. PPSF is $838.84. This is a new construction sale that is located in the Steamboat Mountain Area.

Other sales over $1.5M:
10/12/2011 $2,155,000 Werner Ranch Subdivision #3 Lot 2 – aka 34225 State Highway 131 – 4 Bedroom 5 Bath YOC 2008 with 4,199 SF Living Area on 35.020 Acres of Land. PPSF is $513.22. This sale is located in the South Routt Area.

10/31/2011 $1,500,000 One Steamboat Place Condo @ Après Ski Way Condo Unit R-103 aka 2250 Après Ski Way – 4 Bedroom 4 Bath YOC 2009 with 2,384 SF Living Area. PPSF is $629.19. This is a new construction sale that is located in the Steamboat Mountain Area.

Contact me for more information.

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Monday, September 12, 2011

One Steamboat Place enjoys record real estate closings

In the last few weeks new pricing and financing have resulted in closed sales totaling $9 million. Another $8.9 million in sales are under contract and pending closing, and a large number more are in active negotiations!

Located slopeside at the gondola, One Steamboat Place’s convenient setting enables Owners to step out of their slippers and into their ski boots for a fun-filled day on the mountain. one_steamboat_place_ideus_art.jpg. Uniquely residential yet rich with five-star services and amenities, there is a sensational spa; wine cellar; a fitness and wellness center; valets for cars, bikes and skis; and fabulous mountain view dining at the Truffle Pig. Best of all, with ownership comes worldwide access to the incredible Timbers Resorts portfolio of properties.

Here is a snapshot of the offerings at One Steamboat Place:

  • Summit Club Memberships, $70,000
  • Three-Bedroom Interests, $220,000
  • Four-Bedroom Interests, $330,000
  • Whole Ownership, $1,395,000 to $3,495,000

Contact me for more information on these exciting opportunities to own Steamboat real estate

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Tuesday, July 26, 2011

One Steamboat Place restructures debt

The Steamboat Pilot reports that the cloud of a foreclosure filing by a consortium of seven lending banks has been removed and that Timbers Resorts can begin closing some pending contracts and pursuing new sales at reduced prices. This bodes well for steamboat real estate property.

Timbers Resorts CEO David Burden said

We and our investor group have made significant multimillion-dollar capital contributions to continue our forward momentum, as well as arranged financing for prospective owners at One Steamboat Place. With this loan restructure completed, the banks are now fully behind One Steamboat Place. The terms of the modified loan, along with additional capital invested from our partners, have provided a very solid footing for the continued sellout of the remaining units in the project. The original motion for foreclosure that had been made by the banks was not the result of poor performance at One Steamboat Place.

One Steamboat Place broke ground in late summer 2007 and continued construction through a record snow winter. It posted $15.25 million in sales during its first round of closings in November 2009. The project includes 80 large condominiums with 38 whole-ownership vacation homes among them.

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Thursday, June 16, 2011

Foreclosure sale of One Steamboat Place delayed for 6th time

The Steamboat Pilot reports that the scheduled foreclosure sale of the remaining unsold luxury condominium units at One Steamboat Place has been postponed for the sixth time, this time until June 29.

One Steamboat Place has continued to operate as a resort lodging property for both owners and guests, and was busy throughout the 2010-11 ski season. The managers of the property say it has a strong homeowners association.

David Burden of Timbers Resorts, which led the construction and continues to manage the property, said last year

I’m positive we’re working this out. My partners are willing to invest many (additional) millions, but only on certain terms. … We’re very confident we’ll get this loan restructured

Routt County Public Trustee Jeanne Whiddon said Wednesday that in theory, the series of postponed sale dates could stretch into next year. The deadline for the lenders to either withdraw their notice of election demand, which constitutes a foreclosure filing, or take the property through to a foreclosure sale is March 16, 2012.

Sales since November have reduced the outstanding balance on the construction loan to less than $100 million. The last developer’s sale at One Steamboat Place was recorded on April 8.

Saturday, June 4, 2011

One Steamboat Place Guest Visit Program

Summertime in Steamboat Springs

After a tremendous winter ski season and extended thaw, summer is finally right around the corner. As the snow melts, the trees are budding, flowers are blooming and a gorgeous carpet of lush emerald green is beginning to cover the surrounding valley. There’s really nothing like summers in Steamboat Springs. The options of things to do are endless! Whether you prefer scenic hikes, tubing down the Yampa, mountain biking, golf, fishing or great music and arts……Steamboat has something for everyone.

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Some great summer events to look forward to:

· Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
· Steamboat Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K
· Steamboat Cowboy’s Roundup Days and 4th of July Celebration
· Hot Air Balloon Rodeo and Art in the Park
· Steamboat Wine Festival
· Wild West Air Fest
· Strings Music Festival
· Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup

One Steamboat Place is not only the most convenient and ideal location for accessing the ski slopes, but also the perfect summer setting as well. Nestled in the mountain village where Mt. Werner is our Owner’s backyard playground, One Steamboat Place is steps from shopping, dining options and endless recreational opportunities. If you are considering spending some time this summer in Steamboat Springs to continue exploring the possibilities of a Steamboat home away from home, come and enjoy the most luxurious residences in Steamboat Springs….

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Our Guest Visit Program is an amazing opportunity for you to experience One Steamboat Place first hand.
Details of the summer program have been released. Contact me today for information and availability.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

One Steamboat Place and bank owned, ski in real estate

Looking for a deal on the highest quality luxury ski-in condo Steamboat has to offer? You’ll want to watch the progress on One Steamboat Place which is currently making news.
Steamboat Today reports:

$100 million in unpaid construction debt at One Steamboat Place is two weeks away, and the deadline has passed for the original investors to cure or redeem the matter.

The article further states that

One Steamboat Place has been vibrant this winter even with the overlying challenge we’ve been dealing with.

I can echo that comment as I have several clients with interest in fractional and full ownership at One Steamboat Place. Currently there are no active listings on the Steamboat Springs MLS.
I believe the developers of One Steamboat Place is having trouble negotiating their debt because there are 7 construction lenders, some who jumped into the hype of our bustling market in 2006-07 without any experience in resort properties, and are now wondering what they should do. If the 2 equity investors and 7 construction lenders could all see eye-to-eye and had allowed the sales team to make some deals as the market soured, they wouldn’t be in this position. More than a year ago I presented an offer to them for a 3-bedroom whole ownership. The developer would have liked to make the deal, but per the sales representative for Timber Resorts, the banks were not allowing the discount. This has been a typical process since the start of the national real estate decline several year ago; why can’t they learn from others’ past experience? Wildhorse lenders should take note! Buyers out there are looking for deals - take a cut out of the boat’s bottom without puncturing the hull and the boat still floats!
Steamboat’s luxury development Highmark had several distressed or bank-owned listings all of which have sold. Buyers with cash who have been watching our market for the past 2 years are jumping at the opportunity to scoop up the deals as soon as they hit the market. I’m currently in negotiations on 2 bank-owned properties and both are in multiple offer situations. Since January I’ve presented over 10 offers for buyers on various bank owned properties and all have either sold or are under contract.
I’ll continue to keep an eye on One Steamboat Place. Feel free to give me call to talk more about our ski in ski out real estate offerings. Or check out my Ski condo website.

Dean Laird
Broker/Owner Colorado Group Realty
870-846-8284
Office at the base of the mountain, specializing in mountain area real estate

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