October Market Update
In October in Denver, the market tends to slow down as the weather cools off, but not surprisingly, 2020 was a little different. The record-low inventory continues with only 4,821 active listings. This spring’s pent-up demand continues to have a
BEFORE AND AFTER: BERKELEY RANCH
We love being able to show you how a little imagination during the buying process can make all the difference after closing. Adam’s clients were first time home buyers on the hunt for an updated home that still had opportunities
September Market Update
September is historically a month that we see a natural calming of the market as buyers and sellers often decide to stay put in the Fall and Winter months. September 2020 was a different story. Once again, the Denver market
Bienvenidos Food Bank
Bienvenidos has been serving Northwest Denver since 1976, and while Denver has grown and changed, so have they. I sat down for a (virtual) chat with, Executive Director Greg Pratt, last week to discuss the current status of their operations.
Crush Walls 2020
2020 might be the year that everything was canceled but art is not canceled! Especially outdoor art! This year’s CRUSH (Creative Rituals Under Social Harmony) will be the 11th year that artists take over RiNo and the surrounding area with
August Market Update
August broke most of the records set in July and then some. The strong buyer pool pushed average home sale prices to over $604,000 and kept inventory at a record low. At the end of August, there were 5,496 active
Summer 2020 Farmer’s Markets
It’s might be possible that there are even MORE farmer’s markets in the Denver area this summer! With many expanding their options to include meal kits and cocktails as well as delivery options, now is a better time than ever
Before and After: Cole Half Duplex
First-time homebuyer Katie had a limited budget but still wanted a yard to enjoy and upgrade potential in her future home. Zach helped her close on her cozy Cole half-duplex, “Things were a little rough around the edges but after
July Market Update
As we approach the peak of summer heat the Denver market has also continued to heat up. July saw record-breaking demand, limited inventory, and prices. More homes closed in July 2020 than any month ever in the Denver Metro area.
June Market Update
With June data in, we can confirm that prices are still increasing and demand is still high in the Denver real estate market. Under contract numbers in May were at record numbers and June has beat those records. The number
Sun Valley Kitchen & Community Center
When Glenn Harper found what he thought was the perfect spot for the expansion of his food truck, an old grocery store, he actually had found the perfect way to give back to his longtime neighborhood of Sun Valley. Even
Favorite Small Businesses
Denver has so many amazing small businesses that could use our support now more than ever. Check out Generator’s favorites! Zach Erol’s Tailoring in Cherry Creek has outstanding service and does exceptional work! Paul Meta, these awesome folks are
Popping Up in Denver
The current state of the world has opened up new opportunities for entrepreneurial chefs and existing restaurants to rev up what takeout can look like. Each of these is chef-driven, but mostly driven by the love of food and some
Get Outside!
Summer is basically in full swing so it’s time to bask in the great Colorado weather we brag to our midwestern friends about! Just remember to give your fellow outdoors people plenty of space whether you are on the trail
May Market Update
At first glance, the May stats reflect the market standstill that occurred in April. However, the most remarkable part of May was the record-breaking spike in under contract listings. Under contract listings this month were up 18.9% for single-family homes and
Stay at Home Refresh
We’ve never been at home more and it might be the perfect time to do some small projects that will make a big impact when you eventually list your home for sale. I talked to our brokers and got their
April Market Update
As in-person showings screeched to a halt in April, Buyers became comfortable with virtual showings pretty quickly. The average days on market for sold properties in April was just 20 days. This tells us that appropriately priced homes are moving
April Brunch and Learn: Creative Paths to Homeownership
Think rent prices are OUTRAGEOUS?!? Us too!! If you are on the fence about homeownership, our no BS discussion is worth an hour of your time. Grab a mimosa and join us for a light brunch while we discuss non-traditional
The Gathering Place
As we welcome spring, it’s a great time to remember the services in our community that support our neighbors. Generator has been proud to support The Gathering Place for the last few years. After a chilly morning cooking and serving
Plains Conservation Center
Visiting the Plains Conservation Center in Aurora offers a glimpse of pioneer life on the Colorado high plains. These 1,100 acres, at 21901 E. Hampden Avenue, have been preserved, with a mission of educating people about the natural wonder of
The Charm of Tennyson Street
It’s always enjoyable to stroll leisurely along Berkeley’s pedestrian-friendly Tennyson Street from 38th Avenue to 44th Avenue. It’s a quirky and often lively street lined with a mix of historic houses and brand new residences and businesses. Tennyson Street is
Thanksgiving at Bienvenidos Food Bank
As we reflect on the meaning of Thanksgiving, we give thanks to the help of so many who supported Generator Real Estate’s Turkey Drive. As a result of this community generosity, we collected 101 turkeys that have been distributed to
Fieldwork at the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art
Tara Donovan’s Fieldwork exhibit is something to be seen. This exhibit, which runs through January 27, 2019, is a full museum takeover of the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art. Donovan’s art, which includes sculptures, drawings, works on paper and site-specific
Same Cafe
Coconut Red Lentil and Thai Yellow Curry soup. Greek Quinoa and Feta Salad. Kohlrabi, Garlic Scape Pesto and Irish Cheddar Pizza. Made from scratch and mostly organic. This was my lunch last week at the SAME Café at 2023 E.
National Ballpark Museum
Does it surprise you to learn that Denver is home to the National Ballpark Museum, which is recognized by the Smithsonian as “one of the top 21 finest private baseball collections in the world”? This small, quirky museum is located