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Good Design Fits the Neighborhood

Dated: October 10, 2016 This article was written by Slifer Designs, the design firm that outfitted our beautiful townhomes! Posted October 7, 2016 by Heidi Krzebietke Gypsum used to get a bad rap in the design world – but no more! There’s been a building boom taking place. and we’re thrilled to be part of a team that is bringing good design down valley. Starting in spring of 2015, the Villas at Cotton Ranch broke ground with 13 units in phase one. These duplexes and triplexes sold out quickly and phase two, consisting of 14 more villas, broke ground this fall. Kim Toms, senior designer and interior fixed finish expert, curated the design specifications that include tiles, wood flooring, countertops and cabinets for bathrooms and kitchens. Although the look is definitely high end, Kim noted that she worked within a very set budget, creating a strong value for the dollar. “This was a fun project to work on, being able to create a few specs and stick within a budget,” Kim said of the

Press Release – The Villas at Cotton Ranch Launches Phase 2 of Construction

Dated: September 16, 2016 Press contact: Tim Hamilton | Matter Communications 720.577.5409 villas@matternow.com The Villas at Cotton Ranch Launches Phase 2 of Construction NorthPoint Builders LLC constructing 72 beautifully crafted homes with mountain views in Vail Valley GYPSUM, Colo. (Sept. 13, 2016) — The Villas at Cotton Ranch, Vail Valley’s newest community of impressive, upscale mountain villas, is launching Phase 2 of construction. After selling out of 13 villas in Phase 1, NorthPoint Builders LLC is starting construction of 14 more, and has released the first several units for sale starting at $360,000 for 2BRs and $439,500 for 3BRs. “We can’t build them fast enough,” said developer JT Landreth, principal of NorthPoint Builders LLC. “We’re seeing a huge demand for Vail Valley real estate that offers a care-free lifestyle with upscale, high quality craftsmanship at a price people can afford.” Once all three phases are completed, The Villas at Cotton Ranch will consist of 72

Real Estate Market “Balance”

Dated: September 14, 2016 EAGLE COUNTY — Area real estate brokers have been saying for some time now that the local market is “balanced.” But what does that really mean? A look at some of the latest data from the Vail Board of Realtors provides some insight. Here are a few factors: Days on the market In August of this year, a home that sold had spent an average of 110 days on the market. That’s an average, though. Some homes — particularly those priced at $500,000 or less, moved from listing to closing more quickly. Homes in the higher end of the market — $3 million or more — can take some time to sell. “But I don’t think there’s anything we can do at a local level to ensure a stable market.”Crissy RumfordVail Board of Realtors board of directors chair-elect Crissy Rumford, the chair-elect on the Vail Board of Realtors board of directors, said time on the market is also driven by available inventory. As the days on the market figures have declined — the 2010 average was about

Vail Valley Real Estate | Prepare To Be Surprised

Dated: August 19, 2016 By Kathy Filgo If you think you can no longer be surprised by anything in Vail Valley real estate, think again - newly built golf course community; HOA-maintained exteriors; beautiful mountain views; standard finishes that rival the finest anywhere; two bedrooms priced from the upper $300,000s and three bedrooms priced from $475,000s through the upper $500,000's for the most premier lots with unobstructed views located in the western end of the Vail Valley. Welcome to The Villas at Cotton Ranch. This new luxury mountain community, located on the beautiful  Pete Dye golf course in Cotton Ranch, is a pastoral delight that, once seen, is difficult to resist - and the sold out Phase 1 confirms this claim. Every square foot has been designed to provide the most calculated living space and be the most aesthetically pleasing, workable place for your everyday life. A very well thought-out, award-winning floor plan begins with a true entry from both the front entrance, as wel

Economic Report: Gypsum Is On The Rise

Dated: June 25, 2016 By Pam Boyd GYPSUM — According to the latest economic report from the Vail Valley Partnership, things are looking good in the town of Gypsum. Gypsum Mayor Steve Carver agrees with that sentiment. “Things are looking up here. They are looking good in the town of Gypsum,” said Carver. He noted so far this year, Gypsum’s sales tax revenues are climbing. “We also have a lot of building permits out,” said Carver. While the improved national economy is definitely part of that growth, Carver said Gypsum also does its part to boost economic growth. “Things are looking up here. They are looking good in the town of Gypsum.”Steve Carver Mayor of Gypsum “I think a lot of it has to do with how the town works with people and encourages people to come in an talk with us,” said Carver. The report detailed the success of three recently launched residential projects along with noting seven new business starts this year. Additionally, it details a pair of town-led projects.