Colorado Springs Real Estate

If you're relocating to the Colorado Springs area , the MacGuire Team would love to put our experience and knowledge of the Colorado Springs area to work for you! We can provide valuable information about Colorado Springs, neighborhoods, schools, places to play and explore, and more. Ready to take a look at homes? This week, we're spotlighting one of our beautiful featured properties that would be perfect for the relocating family. 2785 Heathrow Drive Area: Briargate  Price: $550,000  MLS: 1573869  Schools: District 20  # Bedrooms: 4  # Bathrooms: 3  Garage: 3-Car Take a look at this absolutely stunning home on an oversized lot that backs to a greenway in Summerfield at Briargate. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 car garage and 4,108 square feet with an open floor plan, this property is great for entertaining with comfortable livability. The fully renovated kitchen boasts granite counters, 42″ cabinets, oversized center islan...

Spring has finally sprung! The first portion of the year proved to be a bit on the slow side in real estate due to the historically low inventory available.  But with a new month means new local real estate market conditions in El Paso County, Colorado. Check out the market insights of what February looked like and how it may affect you if you are planning on  buying a Colorado Springs home . Average Days On Market As of February, we saw a lower average of inventory sitting just 43 days on the market, compared to the historically recorded 67 days. This means because there is a lack of inventory, homes are selling more quickly, leaving the market looking pretty bare. Low inventory tells us this quicker sell time could continue until the market sees a surge in available properties for sale. This is great news for the seller who's hoping to move their property quickly. Listing vs. Sales Prices Sales prices as of February have been just a hair under listing prices, averag...

One big perk of being in the military or retired from the military is the savings you can get with a Veterans Administration (VA) home loan.  A VA Loan is a great option for military buyers and their families as it can save you thousands up front as well as in the long run.  The information provided in this blog can also be found on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website .  As a Real Estate Agent in Colorado Springs , we see tons of military families moving into our beautiful area so in today's blog we are reviewing what a VA Loan is and the requirements to obtain this loan, as well as, the benefits. What is a VA Loan? The VA Loan was created in 1944 through the GI Bill which was signed into law by President Roosevelt to provide veterans and active military personnel with a more affordable home buying opportunity.  This government-based loan option provides a chance for more than 25 million active and retired military to buy a home.  VA Loa...

Whether you’re a Colorado Springs native who is coming back after time abroad, or you’re being transferred here for work - we think you’ll find that there are a lot of things to be thankful for when moving to Colorado Springs . Our city is diverse, eclectic, varied, and FUN! If you’ve ever lived here, you know what we’re talking about. Because of this, we are thankful for anyone who wants to move to Colorado Springs , and we’re thankful for such a wonderful place to be living. Here are five reasons we are thankful for Colorado Springs on this Thanksgiving week. 1. Incredible Neighbors There are over 12 incredible communities in the Colorado Springs area. These communities are filled with great neighbors, people who are working as hard as you are to make our great city a wonderful place to live, raise a family, and live an incredible life. We are so thankful for these individuals. They make selling Colorado Springs real estate an easy job, they own and care for great homes, crea...

The home mortgage. It's a confusing and intimidating topic to many - but it doesn't have to be. A large majority of American homeowners have a mortgage on their home, and with a trusted lender and a great real estate agent helping you on the homefront (literally), your mortgage can be a huge asset. Here are a few popular questions about mortgages, and whether you're a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned property owner, we hope that these can help you out. What documentation do I need to provide? Every loan is going to be a little bit different, and the documentation required can differ from one loan program to another. Several programs require your income, employment, and asset verification, while others require no documentation at all. It's important to work with your mortgage lender to learn what exactly will need to be provided. Do all loan programs require a down-payment? There are, in fact, programs that don't require you to pay a down payment. Depending...

We believe that one of the best things you can do is find a place you love to live. In fact, our motto is "love where you live." We believe in this statement, and believe that it's not hard to love where you live when you live in Colorado Springs . From families relocating for jobs to young people wanting to find their place and get their start in our area, we offer many benefits and advantages by settling down here. The MacGuire Team knows that buying a home in Colorado Springs could be a big step for you, so we want to give you a few simple reasons that show why living in Colorado Springs is amazing. 1. The Adventure Opportunities From rock climbing to horseback riding, there are many ways you can find adventure when you live in Colorado Springs. There are caves to explore, trails to hike, and many reasons to get out and enjoy the outdoors. If you like to take things a little slower, there are many festivals and concerts in Colorado Springs for many different in...

If there was ever one day that needed to be celebrated at least once a year (if not once a week!) it's Bathtub Day! While these fixtures in our house probably don't get a lot of praise or attention, we really don't know where we would be without them. Our day's typically begin and end in the bathroom and when showing homes in Colorado Spring s our clients are usually interested in the bathroom, and we love when we see a unique tub! Without further ado, here are a few things to keep in mind on Bathtub Day about this important fixture in your home. History of Bathtubs Before indoor plumbing was invented, bathtubs - like chamber pots and washbowls - were moveable features in a home. Many times they were made from copper or zinc. They were not generally installed in homes as a permanent feature until the latter 19th century when running water started becoming more common in homes. Indoor plumbing hit the market in the 1930's, and only spread throughout the countr...