Free Concerts - "Concerts at the Crescent" - Greenwood Village, CO

Finally Denver is experiencing spring/summer weather and the FREE concerts in the park have been announced at Crescent Amphitheater in Greenwood Village. Did you hear ... FREE! The Goldsmith Metropolitan District presents this music series for their 17th year.

The line-up this summer has some big names, and you don't want to miss a free concert. The free concerts will be held on Tuesdays with music from 7:00 to 8:30. The park opens at 5:00 pm and ok to bring a picnic dinner with family and friends. No pets please. There is a designated area for lawn chairs.



If there is rain, it will be subject to rescheduling, and rain dates are August 6th and August 13th. FREE parking available.


JUNE 4, 2013 - TUNISIA

JUNE 11, 2013 - AMERICAN HONEY

JUNE 18, 2013 - SYNDICATE

JUNE 25, 2013 - CHASE N THE DREAM

JULY 2, 2013 - FOREVER IN BLUE JEANS

JULY 9, 2013 - THAT 80'S BAND

JULY 16, 2013 - MOSES JONES

JULY 23, 2013 - HOT LUNCH

JULY 30, 2013 - SOUL X


The Crescent Amphitheater is located at DTC Blvd. at Belleview Ave., just East of Yia Yia's Euro Cafe. Event staff will help with direction of traffic for parking. If the weather looks dicey day of concerts - the announcements for cancellations will be on this recording - 303-750-6111 x 136.

Denver Market News - April 2013

Denver Real Estate in the month of April showed another month of strong sales with a 8.79% increase. The days on market decreased again this month. Most homes priced under $500,000 are going under contract within a week, many within hours, especially those closer to downtown. As a Denver Realtor working with buyers and sellers, this market is tough on everyone. Buyers are most always competing with other offers, and sellers are worried they are accepting the wrong offer with so many to review.







Denver active listings increased 4% this month which is a good news! In 2008 we had over 20,000 active listings. Days on market have not changed much over the last several months - last August we had 64 days on market and today just a few days less with 56. The Denver Market News is looking like it will top 2013!




If you have thought about putting your home on the market, call me and we can talk about your options! Visit my web site to view any homes available in the Denver Metro area.

Neighborhood of Lowry in Denver

The Neighborhood of Lowry in Denver is conveniently located off Alameda and Quebec east of downtown Denver. Lowry was the location of the Parade of Homes in 1998, and has been a popular neighborhood ever since this event. Being located 7 minutes to Cherry Creek and 12 minutes to downtown Denver and a high walk score has been important to buyers.



Lowry offers many types of housing from condos and townhomes to low maintenance patio homes and detached single family homes.



Homes in Lowry








Homes ranging from $155,000 to $1,999,000

Average price per square foot is $255

Average list price $698,672



Condos/Townhomes available from $249,900 to $579,900

Average price per square foot is $225

Average list price $417,200



Here are listings currently available in Lowry



Sold homes in Lowry for the last 6 months -

Detached homes - 78 total

47 days on market

$220 per square foot

Sellers saw 98.52% to list price

Sold prices ranged from $157,415 - $1,080,000



Attached homes - 7 total

62 days on market

$187 per square foot

Sellers saw 96.88% to list price

Sold prices ranged from $234,000 - $415,000








Lowry is all about lifestyle, perfect for the busy executive desiring a low maintenance life. Many homes include yard maintenance in the HOA fee, yet have outdoor space to entertain. Lowry Town Center offers nine restaurants, 15 retail shops and a grocery store. There are many pocket parks for dog walking and kids to play, Lowry pool, Wings of the Rockies museum and ice skating rink.

Park Place Villas - Aurora, CO

Park Place Villas - Aurora CO





Park Place Villas are located in South Aurora off Parker Road just South of Quincy. This community is popular as ther are many units backing to Cherry Creek Park and absolutely stunning mountain views!



Haven't heard of this complex - here are some facts about Park Place Villas -





A small community of 70 units with very few rentals
Located in Cherry Creek School District
Newer construction - built 2000-2001
All Two-Story units with basements and two-car garages
Pool Community
Easy access to Light Rail, highways & retail



The homes in Park Place Villas are vaulted, have tile roofs and HOA fees are only $235/month that includes trash, snow removal, ground maintenance, insurance for the exterior building, water/sewer and pool.



Currently there are 3 active listings ranging from $239,000 to $265,000 with 1,491 square feet to 2,031 square feet, not including basement square footage. There is one under contract listed at $368,000 and one has sold in the last six months for $325,000 with 1,718 square feet.



Those units backing to Cherry Creek Park not only have the open space of 3900 acres, but have spectacular views of the mountains, Cherry Creek Reservoir and the most stunning sunsets around!

Denver Market News - April 2013

Denver Real Estate in the month of April showed another month of strong sales with a 8.79% increase. The days on market decreased again this month. Most homes priced under $500,000 are going under contract within a week, many within hours, especially those closer to downtown. As a Denver Realtor working with buyers and sellers, this market is tough on everyone. Buyers are most always competing with other offers, and sellers are worried they are accepting the wrong offer with so many to review.






Denver active listings increased 4% this month which is a good news! In 2008 we had over 20,000 active listings. Days on market have not changed much over the last several months - last August we had 64 days on market and today just a few days less with 56. The Denver Market News is looking like it will top 2013!





If you have thought about putting your home on the market, call me and we can talk about your options! Visit my web site to view any homes available in the Denver Metro area. (http://www.JoanCox.com)

When the Seller says no to Repairs....

Denver’s real estate market is still on FIRE, and many sellers are sitting high on their horse feeling like King of the Mountain. It is a fact, if a buyer walks, there will be another..... but.... you have to disclose those inspection issues identified!

Working with buyers in this market is challenging when you are competing, and buyers are assuming they need to accept a property AS IS. Not all sellers are this greedy, hopefully with a good offer, they will work with the buyers on any serious inspection issues.


I remember a fix n flip last year that was exceptional (on the surface) and the buyers absolutely knew this was the one ... until the inspection. Serious items were found, plugged drains in most of the sinks, dishwasher flooded the kitchen, no venting in the laundry, piping stopped in attic when it should go through the roof, decking was "squishy" and the list went on and on. The red flag was when the agent never changed status in MLS. I hope the new buyers knew all we knew....



Blue Ribbon home warranty

A couple of great tools to use when you have a stubborn seller, Lowe’s has given us REALTORS® a benefit of offering buyers and sellers a one-time 10% off coupon. Another tool I use when inspection issues are not corrected, is purchase a home warranty. This gives a buyer a year (or 14 month with Blue Ribbon) a sense of calm knowing if the water heater goes out, the expense is only $50 for the service call.



Lowe's Realtor Benefits

A Balanced Market is best for both buyers and sellers, but nice to come up with Plan B during a market that swings towards the buyer or the seller! As a Denver Realtor, I have assisted many buyers through this process.

Neighborhood of Greenfield & Greenfield Estates

Greenfield and Greenfield Estates are neighborhoods located in South Aurora. In this popular neighborhood you will find a few housing options - single family, townhomes and patio homes.


Here are some stats for the neighborhood for the first 4 months of 2013:


10 homes sold - 53 avg days on market & sellers have seen 97.27% to list price
$348,092 avg sales price
$431,000 highest sale price
5 current listings - $254,900 to $574,000
7 under contract - $255,000 - $420,000



Village Homes was the builder and was the #1 Best Builder Award in the early 2000’s. Homes in Greenfield were built from 1995 to 2002.



Greenfield students attend Cherry Creek Schools -
Elementary - Rollings Hills
Middle School - Falcon Creek
High School - Grandview

If you should wish to see any or all of the available listings within Greenfield and Greenfield Estates, give me a call - 720-231-6373.