Ann,

I'm glad the initial info I gave was helpful!

As you begin to consider different areas, there is a lot of food for thought that I would like to offer. I sell a lot of homes throughout the greater Denver area due to referrals, and I have lived in the foothills for over 15 years. I can e-mail you a number of resources to help you gather information on many areas and opportunities that will be useful in the exploration process. Please send me an e-mail to jwagner@interolakepoint.com, and let me know what your first considerations and current wants and needs are that are driving this process, and I will help guide you towards the best resources for investigating.

Best regards,
Jody Wagner
EcoBroker
Intero Real Estate Services
Office (303) 670-3232

Thanks, Jody! This is very helpful. We are in the process of selling our home in the Washington, D.C. area and just getting an idea of the greater Denver metro area. Still not sure whether we want to move to Denver or just outside yet, or even another state altogether, so just trying to get a feel for prices and the market. If we end up in Denver, or go more toward the foothills, we'll certainly give you a call. Thanks again! Ann

Here are statistics for you based on solds between 8/1/07 and 8/18/08:

EVERGREEN
Comparable Averages

Average Days on Market: 112
Average List Price: $546,866
Average Sale Price: $521,917
Average Price Change: -3.70%
Average Square Feet: 2404
Price per Square Foot: $217

GOLDEN (Includes both the mountain areas such as Coal Creek Canyon as well as the city area)
Comparable Averages

Average Days on Market: 110
Average List Price: $431,165
Average Sale Price: $415,250
Average Price Change: -3.17%
Average Square Feet: 2120
Price per Square Foot: $196

MORRISON (Includes both the mountain areas including Highway 285 as well as the city area)
Comparable Averages

Average Days on Market: 95
Average List Price: $360,665
Average Sale Price: $350,619
Average Price Change: -1.95%
Average Square Feet: 1995
Price per Square Foot: $176

These statistics become more relevant as you become more specific in your comparison criteria. These areas are within my expertise, and I would be happy to help you process the information that might be most relevant.

Best regards,
Jody Wagner
EcoBroker
Intero Real Estate Services
jwagner@interolakepoint.com
(303) 670-3232

This question is a good one. Sometimes the days on market can be a little mis leading. It depends on the amount of short sales and the comps in the area. Morrison and Golden seem to be doing well and the right home at the right price will sell fast. Rita in our office spends most of her time researching market stats.
Contact her and she can answer this question in detail

Hi Ann,

Go to REALTOR.COM and e-mail a REALTOR in those areas. They should be able to provide you with all the stats you need from their local Multiple Listing Service.

Good luck!
Meredith Laws