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Neighborhood Pick of the Week: Homes in Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs
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Zip Code 80929
- Manitou Springs housing sales are up in 2010
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The Crystal Hills housing market continues to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 6 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET“.
Single Family Homes in Crystal Hills were primarily built from 1965 to 2006 with an average age built of 1984. The majority of the houses are 2-stories, ranches, and raised ranches, with 2-4 baths, with 2-3 car garages. The average home has appx. 2000 to 3000 square footage.
You can reach the neighborhood by going West on Manitou Blvd, South on Crystal Hills Dr, South on Crystal Hills under Highway 24, then up the hill to Crystal Hills.
There are also several townhome complexes in the area including; Cielito Lindo which are priced from $365,000 – $625,000; and Crystal Park which are priced from $97,500 to $160,000.
The Manitou Parks in the area include Bill Bauers and Deer Valley Nature Park. The school District is District 14.
Here’s a quick summary of the 2010 Real Estate Market for Crystal Hills
- Pricing decreased by 7% from 2010 to 2009
- Number of homes sold decreased by 13% from 2010 to 2009
- Days on Market decreased by 12% from 2010 to 2009
- Price per FINISHED square feet decreased by 5% from 2010 to 2009.
|
Year |
Price |
Total Sold |
Average Price per FINISHED square foot |
Average Days on Market |
Average Sold Per Month |
| 2010 |
$371,712 |
15 |
$125 |
121 |
1.3 |
| 2009 |
$356,283 |
19 |
$131 |
138 |
1.6 |
| 2008 |
$344,872 |
22 |
$137 |
156 |
1.9 |
| 2007 |
$310,893 |
17 |
$146 |
123 |
1.4 |
| 2006 |
$351,579 |
24 |
$145 |
73 |
2.0 |
| 2005 |
$297,923 |
17 |
$130 |
95 |
1.4 |
| 2004 |
$299,000 |
13 |
$121 |
34 |
1.1 |
This Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information on Single Family dwellings in Manitou Springs area of Colorado Springs
This information is taken from the Pikes Peak Realtor Services Corp and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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You can search by First name and Last Name, License #, of company name. As an example, if you search by Kathy, it will bring up 13 pages of people by the first name of Kathy. You can then look at each person and it will then tell you if their license is active, inactive, expired, deceased, relinquished, or revoked.
It will also tell you if the Licensee has been subject to any disciplinary action.
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Manitou Springs Real estate is continuing to stabilize
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The Manitou Springs housing market continues to be a Buyer’s Market, as there is currently a 13 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET”. Sales were only down 11% from 2009 to 2008, but average pricing was down 12% from 2009 to 2008. Sales have continued to increase in 2010, and pricing has continued to increase.
Recap of 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
| Number of Homes Sold | 36 | 51 | 62 | 63 | 90 | 80 | 82 |
| Average List Price | $296,333 | $288,154 | $292,931 | $326,757 | $290,533 | $269,743 | $254,814 |
| Average Days on Market | 158 | 100 | 101 | 105 | 97 | 97 | 61 |
| Average # of house sold per month | 4.5 | 4.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
Current Report as of 9-5-2010 in Manitou Springs
- Active listings: 59
- Absorption Rate: 4.5 homes per month, a 13 month supply of houses currently on the market.
This Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information on Single Family homes in Manitou Springs
This information is taken from the Pikes Peak Realtor Services Corp and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Manitou Springs homes, Market report as of June 30, 2010
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Zip Codes: 80829
The Manitou Springs homes continues to be a Buyer’s Market, as there is currently a 14 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET”. Sales were only down 11% from 2009 to 2008, but average pricing was down 12% from 2009 to 2008. Sales have continued to increase in 2010, but pricing has continued to decrease.
Recap of 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004
| 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
| Number of Homes Sold |
29 |
51 |
62 |
63 |
90 |
80 |
82 |
| Average List Price |
$269,434 |
$288,154 |
$292,931 |
$326,757 |
$290,533 |
$269,743 |
$254,814 |
| Average Days on Market |
120 |
100 |
101 |
105 |
97 |
97 |
61 |
| Average # of house sold per month |
4.8
|
4.3 |
5.2 |
5.3
|
7.5 |
6.7
|
6.8 |
Current Report as of 6-30-2010 for Manitou Springs homes
- Active listings: 68
- Absorption Rate: 4.8 homes per month, an 14 month supply of houses currently on the market.
This Colorado Springs Real Estate report contains information on Single Family homes in Manitou Springs.
This information is taken from the Pikes Peak Realtor Services Corp and is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Manitou Springs pricing holds strong
Manitou Springs Real Estate – Single Family Homes – Market Report for October 31, 2009
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The Manitou Springs Springs housing market continues to be a Buyer’s Market, as there is currently a 15 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET”. Sales were only 1% from 2008 to 2007, but average pricing was down 10% from 2008 to 2007. Sales have continued to decline in 2009, but pricing has increased.
Colorado Springs Home prices — similar to 2004
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Since a lot of my business is relocation, I talk to a lot of people who are looking at moving to the Colorado Springs area. Even though our average pricing is down in Colorado Springs, we certainly haven’t been hit as hard as many cities. The graph below really shows exactly where the current average pricing is, which is close to 2004 pricing. But like all cities, the average price varies vastly on a neighborhood by neighborhood basis. Some areas have held strong, and some areas have seen their pricing drop by 30% or more.
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Manitou Springs home sales are down 25% for 2009
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The Manitou Springs Springs housing market continues to be a Buyer’s Market, as there is currently a 18 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET”. Sales were only down 1% from 2008 to 2007, but average pricing was down 10% from 2008 to 2007. 35 Single family homes have been sold in 2009 vs. 44 for the same period in 2008; a decline of 25%.
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Homes in Crystal Hills, hidden gems
My neighborhood pick of the week– Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs
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Crystal Hills is a community that is tucked away in Manitou Springs and contains mostly semi custom and custom homes built in the foothills of Colorado Springs.
To get to Crystal Hills homes from I-25, turn west onto Colorado Blvd. which turns into Manitou Blvd. Turn south on Crystal Hills Blvd. (by the Comfort Inn at 45 Manitou Avenue).
Single family homes in Crystal Hills currently range in price from $275,000 to $500,000.
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Do your homework on building permits
Do your homework on Building Permits
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The El Paso County Assessor’s office is one of the web sites I frequently check when I’m getting ready to write an offer for a homebuyer in the Colorado Springs Area. I like to look at the square footage, the bedrooms, the baths, the garage, and the basement information listed on the assessor’s office and compare it to t
he information on the Multiple Listing Print-out. Also, out of curiosity, I also look at the assessed value listed on the property. (I’ll write more on this later.)
You may ask, why is all of this information important? The biggest reason it is important is that discrepancies may (and I underline the word may) mean that there has been additions and improvements to the property that have not been permitted. If the assessor’s records only show 2 bathrooms, and the property has 3, it may mean there was an additional bathroom added that wasn’t permitted. If the assessor shows the basement was unfinished and the property has a finished basement, again it may mean no permits.
The next step that I do is to check the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department and see what type of permits have been done on the property. Permits are important as they ensure Read the rest of this entry »
Colorado Springs townhome and condo sales continue to be slow, down 28% for the year
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The Colorado Springs townhome and condo market continue to be a BUYERS Market, as there is currently a 11.6 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET”. 427 townhomes/condos have been sold in 2009 vs. 579 for the same period in 2008; a decline of 28%.
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Manitou Springs is still a Buyer’s market for homes
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The Manitou Springs Springs housing market continues to be a Buyer’s Market, as there is currently a 15 month of supply of homes on the market. A 6 month supply of houses on the market is considered a “NEUTRAL MARKET“. Sales are only down 1% from 2008 to 2007, but average pricing is down 10% from 2008 to 2007.
Recap of 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004
| 1-1-2009 to 3-31-09 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
| Number of Homes Sold | 6 | 62 | 63 | 90 | 80 | 82 |
| Average Sale Price | $222,583 | $288,634 | $331,214 | $293,955 | $268,868 | $251,372 |
| Sales Price to List Price | 92.2% | 95.3% | 94.9% | 96.3% | 97% | 97.1% |
| Average Days on Market | 244 | 138 | 133 | 101 | 99 | 70 |
| Average # of house sold per month | 2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 7.5 | 6.7 | 6.8 |
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Manitou Springs celebrates annual Fruitcake Toss to benefit Food Bank and end of holiday season
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Come one, come all to the 14th annual fruitcake toss held in Manitou Springs. The launch is set to begin at 9:30 am on January 3, 2009. So, come to Manitou Springs Memorial Park with your canned food entry fee (to be donated to the local food bank) and you too, can participate in getting rid of your unwanted fruitcakes.
Fruitcakes can be hurled, tossed or launched by a pneumatic device, the winner of each category actually wins a trophy. Who wouldn’t want one of these on the mantle? There are age classes as well, so do check out the rules. If you don’t have a fruitcake, you can rent one there. All fruitcakes must be edible (do you know anyone that REALLY eats them?). They must be visible to the Toss Tech Inspectors, though no one will actually taste test it (ugh!).
There are two weight categories, 2lb and the heavy division at 4 lbs. If your cake is underweight, it will be disqualified and if its too heavy it must be cut to the proper weight. Read the rest of this entry »
Carbon Monoxide Alert
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Colorado Springs Vintage Homes is happy to feature an article by our NEWEST Guest Blogger
Mark W. Baxley with Brick and Mortar Home Inspections, Inc.
Why Should I Open a Window When Using a Wood Burning Fireplace?
It is important that your home has sufficient outside air for combustion when using a wood burning fireplace. Insufficient outside air could cause the fireplace to steal combustion air from another source inside the home; typically from the furnace and water heater vents. When this occurs, down drafts in the flues (known as back venting) permit combustion byproducts, to include carbon monoxide, to enter the home. This is unsafe and could cause harm to the home’s occupants.
There is a simple solution to prevent back venting from occurring. Simply open a nearby window approximately 1″ – 2″ when using a wood burning fireplace. This will ensure the home is provided with sufficient outside air. It is also a good idea to ensure the home is equipped with a carbon monoxide monitor.
Have a question? Contact Mark at 719-380-0171
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Colorado Springs Building Permits — Part II
Everything you want to know
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(1) QUESTION: What type of building codes does the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department enforce?
ANSWER; They enforce Building Codes, including the State Electrical Code, the State Plumbing Code, the Fuel Gas Code, the Energy Code, the Mechanical Code, and the Elevator Code. They also enforce Floodplain and Enumeration regulations.
(2) QUESTION: What is the Dangerous Building Code? Is there such a Code?
ANSWER: The explanation posted on the Regional Building Site is ” ………… part of the Regional Building Code, includes buildings that have been burned, damaged by a vehicle running into it, or a natural disaster that may render the structure unsafe. The property owner is given the opportunity to correct the items that make the building unsafe, either by fixing it, boarding it up or having it demolished.” The Building Code is posted online and you can go to the site and read the Dangerous Building Code.
(3) QUESTION: Is there any type of code about dilapidated buildings?
Colorado Springs Homes, Average Sales Price Comparison
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The Colorado Springs Area continues to be a a BUYER’s market for single family homes in almost all communities. But it’s important to remember that real estate is regional, and varies on a neighborhood by neighborhood basis. Prices have continued to move downward, and the current prices are similar to where they were in 2004 and 2005.
Date Ave. Sales Price
Sep-08 ……. $242,939
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Manitou Springs celebrates Emma Crawford with annual coffin races and wake
Coffin Races are one of a kind
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Come one, come all!!! Manitou Springs is celebrating one of its most famous residents, Emma Crawford! She 
came to Manitou around the 1880’s suffering from tuberculosis then know as consumption. She was a lovely young woman and was accompanied by her Mother and fiancee. Low and behold, she started to improve in the crisp mountain air and loved to hike on Red Mountain. She was busy with planning her wedding when she took a turn for the worst. Her fiancee promised to bury her atop her favorite mountain and so when she died (1891) he did indeed bury her up there. Over the years, with all the rains, her coffin came to the top of the land and she slid down her mountain. She was then buried in an unmarked grave in the local cemetery, but the townspeople refused to forget about her.
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