Special Government Home Renovation Loan Program using Grand Junction Colorado FHA 203k Rehab Loans.Many people are not aware of a special government loan program that is part of the Federal Housing Administration or FHA (a department within HUD). A buyer or existing home owner can do meaningful amounts of remodeling or updates to their existing home without having a higher cost second lien thanks to this special FHA loan program.However, this loan program doesn't allow for "luxury items" in your home such as a swimming pool, hot tub, or other accessories. Although, you can repaint, replace flooring and appliances, add a room to an existing structure (which can add to value tremendously as you increase the square feet of your home) as well as remodel cabinetry in kitchens and bathrooms.T... 09/11/2019

New Custom Homes in Granite FallsOver seven builders are offering spec homes and built-to-suit homes in the Redlands.  The Redlands is known for the spectacular views of the Colorado National Monument, biking and hiking trails and the world-class Redlands Mesa Golf Course.Grand Junction, Colorado is the largest city between Denver and Salt Lakek City and is a popular destinatiion for mountain biking and outdoor recreation.  New attractions like the Riverfront Trail, and Cameo Shooting Complex add to the long list of things to do.A budding restaurant scene and the just announced new headquarters for the government Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has created a lot of demand for homes.Granite Falls is a 117 lot subdivision that lets you work directly with the builder on the lot, design and... 07/21/2019

Grand Junction, ColoradoFood Truck Fridays Food Truck Friday is a twice monthly event all summer long in Grand Junction.  With the sun out until 8;30 pm, who wants to go home on Friday?  Twice a month you can come to Food Truck Friday, grab something to eat, listen to live music and enjoy a beverage from the beer garden. The event rotates between Grand Junction, Fruita and Palisade. 05/28/2019

GRAND RE-OPENINGRed Lion Arts Gallery & Studio will celebrate its new location with a reception from 6–9 p.m. Friday, April 5, on the lower level of The Mercantile Building, 546 Main St. Meet the gallery owners, learn about their vision for the gallery and view the artwork from the gallery's featured artists.There will be wine to taste and food catered by MX Tapas.For information about the gallery, call 424-5556 or 260-5896 or look for "Red Lion Gallery & Studio" on Facebook. A list of the gallery's featured artists can be found at the Facebook page and the gallery is accepting more artists.The gallery's regular hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and 1–9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.UPCOMING SHOWS"What Were You Wearing?" will be on display from 1–9 p.m. Friday and Saturd... 04/15/2019

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Home / Blog / New Home Subdivision Sales Grand Junction Colorado New Home Subdivision Sales Grand Junction ColoradoNovember 7, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson   To read previous months and years of Grand Junction New Home Subdivision Sales Gross Total Volume for Sales was $12,498,400 Grand Junction builders recorded for 40 sales for the month of September 2018.  The average price was $312,460 with average price per square foot of $177.16. Subdivisions with the most sales were Adove View North 3;  Mountain View Estates 3;  Heritage Heights 3:  Copper Creek North 3 and Willow Wood 2. Are you looking for more information on new home builders and subdivisions in the Grand Valley?  Give me a call, I am a Certified New Home Specialist. Bed Bath Sq.Ft. Price Subdivision PPSF Address 2 3 2143 $646,000... 11/07/2018

Grand Junction Colorado Subdivision SalesNovember 6, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson Grand Junction delivered an unbelievable 50 homes for the month. Gross volume was $15,042,200.00. The average new home price was $300,844.00 and an average of $172.83 per square foot. Top sselling subdivisions were Halls Estates with 5 sales, Walnut Estates 3 sales, Copper Creek North 3 sales, Aspen Village in Fruita 3 sales, Apple Acres 2 sales and Willow Wood 3 sales.   Bed Bath SQFT Price Subdivision PPSF Address 3 2.50 N/A $499,000.00 SEC 34 T2N R3W N/A 1392 M RD N/A N/A N/A $440,000.00 FAIRWAY VILLAS N/A 2075 TWO WOOD DR N/A N/A N/A $310,000.00 WOODRIDGE N/A 748 WOODRIDGE CT 3 3.00 1536 $475,000.00 CRYSTAL BROOKE $309.24 246 CRYSTAL BROOK WAY 3 2.00 2114 $560,000.00 ADOBE FALLS $264.90 1488 ADOBE FALLS WA... 11/06/2018

Strolling Downtown Grand Junction is a favorite for locals and tourist alike.  But, on the first Friday of every month (year-round) it is an extra special night.  It's a great way to experience the wide variety of artistic talent in town.  The many art venues and galleries throughout Grand Junction are open late on the first Friday of each month.  Many people will come early, get a parking spot and have dinner before visiting the galleries around 6 pm.  Several of the galleries offer drinks and appetizers with live music.  This particular evening, the beautiful fall colors of Downtown Grand Junction are vibrant.   Enjoy!                       11/06/2018

Commercial Real Estate Sales Grand Junction August 2018November 2, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson Commercial Real Estate Sales for August 2018 recorded a total of 30 sales. Grand Junction's commercial sales by category: Retail 6      Office Building 8     Apartment Building 9     Warehouse 4 Church 1     Lodging 1     Vacant Land 1   SQ. FT LANDSIZE PRICE STYLE PPSF STREET ADDRESS 996 0.2918 $302,400.00 RETAIL $303.61 1351 UTE AVE 1200 0.5164 $350,000.00 WHSE $291.67 378 28 RD 1450 0.2476 $308,500.00 OFFICE $212.76 721 & 725 PITKIN AVE 1274 0.1442 $269,000.00 OFFICE $211.15 329 OURAY AVE 2000 0.2925 $335,000.00 OFFICE $167.50 2609 BUNTING AVE 2164 0.1793 $300,000.00 APARTMENT $138.63 1160 MAIN ST 1110 0.0266 $150,000.00 RETAIL $135.14 627 24 1/2 RD #G 2990 0.0737 $385,000.00 RETAIL $128.76 29... 11/02/2018

   How To Buy And Sell A Home At The Same Time November 1, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson Selling your current home and buying a new home at the same time requires a strategy and skill. Evaluate the local housing market: The state of the real estate market in your area is the biggest factor in timing your home purchase and sale correctly.  Knowing what kind of market you are in is important whether you are just moving locally, or if you're moving to another town. Understanding the market you are interested in will help ensure you don't miss out on a home you want because you waited too long to put in an offer in a seller's market. If you are thinking of selling your home first, you should know how much homes in your neighborhood are selling for.  When it comes to knowing your market, your mos... 11/01/2018

 Grand Junction is, in a business sense, exhibiting similarieties to Boulder.  Software companies are moving to town,  Newcomers opt for relatively few traffic headaches, for affordability and for not having to travel far to be able to recreate in the Colorado National Monument. Year-round events like the Downtown Grand Junction Car Show showcase all that Grand Junction has to offer!      10/29/2018

10 Best Orchard Mesa NeighborhoodsOctober 26, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson Orchard Mesa Living on the Other Side of the River! Orchard Mesa Homes For Sale $200,000-$300,000 $300,000-$400,000 $400,000-$500,000 $500,000-$600,000 $600,000-$700,000 $700,000 and up        10 Best Neighborhoods in Orchard Mesa Looking for more information on top neighborhoods in Orchard Mesa?  Family, young professionals, or retirees, there are great subdivisions in Orchard Mesa for everyone ! Orchard Mesa is an unincorporated community adjacent to and part of Grand Junction.  Orchard Mesa is a great location that offers easy access to Highway 50 or Business I-70.  Downtown Grand Junction, shopping and restaurants are 10 minutes away. Recreation is a quick drive by car or bike to Las Colonias Park and the Riverfr... 10/28/2018

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The Essential Grand Junction Coffee ShopsSeptember 28, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson Grand Junction has more than it's fair share of coffee shops, and everyone has their favorite.  Whether ordering that all important first cup of the morning, grabbing a midday pick-me-up while doing a bit of work, or meeting a friend for lattes, coffee shops play an important role in the daily lives of busy people. Here are the essential Grand Junction cafe's to grab an espresso, a cappuccino, or a soul-soothing cup of black coffee. Don't see your favorite coffee shop?  Give it some love in the comments. Kiln Coffee Bar - 326 Main Street A chic and simple interior at Kiln provides a pleasant realm to meet with that morning mug of hand-brewed coffee and espresso drinks.  Kiln is a craft coffee bar featuring C... 10/01/2018

10 Best North Grand Junction NeighborhoodsSeptember 9, 2018 by Sandra Mathewson North Grand Junction  Mountain Vistas, Farms, Homes on Acreage, Open Space, Only 10 Minutes to Downtown North Grand Junction Homes For Sale $200,000-$300,000 $300,000-$400,000 $400,000-$500,000 $500,000-$600,000 $600,000-$700,000 $700,000-$800,000 $800,000-$900,000 $900,000 and up M10 Best Neighborhoods in North Grand Junction Looking For More Information on Top Neighborhoods in North Grand Junction?  Family, Young Professionals, or Retirees, There are Great Neighborhoods in Grand Junction for Everyone ! North Grand Junction has always been the most popular part of town to live in.  From stylish condo communities, upscale town homes, family neighborhoods, luxury homes to the rolling hills of the farms and ra... 09/13/2018

               Redlands Mesa Golf Course Lots For Sale When You Build Your Home at Redlands Mesa You Will Enjoy Stunning Views 24/7 No other location in Grand Junction comes close to the prestigious Redlands Mesa Golf Course.  The award winning 18 hole golf course with all its amenities, is the perfect place to build your new home.  Experience the dazzling views dipped in a rich palette of desert colors that change from sunrise to sunset. Redlands Mesa is committed to preserving the incredible beauty of the natural area. Home sites are available on the fairway or higher up to take in all the views!  View available lots Redlands Mesa is 5 minutes from Downtown Grand Junction, 10 minutes to Grand Junction's Regional Airport and just 10 minutes to shopping, restaurants and entertainment. W... 09/09/2018

Grand Junction, Colorado's premier community is the Redlands with the Colorado National Monument as the backdrop.  Walking trails and mountain biking trails are woven into the neighborhoods creating an outdoor lifestyle with spectacular views.The Redlands in Grand Junction is  over 17,000 acres and filled with great neighborhoodsPutting together a list of the 10 Best Neighborhoods in the Redlands proved to be quite the challenge.   I have many clients that live here, so I was able to remember our discussions when we were visiting the various neighborhoods looking at homes.  For some people looking to move to the Redlands, it may be a golf community or a small subdivision with views of the Colorado National Monument.  For other people it might be a home on more than an acre with privacy.... 07/25/2018

              Collaborate with members in your industry to work together and grow your business.               Because you can only drink so much coffee before they ask you to leave your favorite coffee shop.Networking with in-house industry members and one-on-one sessions is our community’s source of power.  Your business will thrive with an increase of meet-ups.     You will have a dedicated space to get the job done. Many solopreneurs need to get out of the house at some point.  No more distraction from kids, pets, housework or a multitude of distractions.  With co-working space, you are there to work.                                                                                                       Visit JXN Station Website            With our custom Design Center, you and your c... 07/11/2018

Commercial Property Sales in Grand Junction, Colorado Continue To Rise as a Short Supply of Residential and Commercial Property Increases.  14  Sales in February 2018  One Office Building,  Four Apartment Buildings,  Two Warehouses,  One Retail Complex,  One Vacant Land and Three Development Sites.  Commercial Property Sales in Grand Junction Have Been Increasing Each Quarter.  Here is a break down of the February 2018 Commercial Property Sales. SQFT Landsize Price Use PPSF Address 736 .12 90,000 Office 122.28 109 Short St. 148,896 9.18 1,200,000 Apartment 8.06 2915 Orchard Ave. 4360 5.00 719,900 Warehouse 165.11 1960 Highway 6 & 50 3136 .33 400,000 Apartment 127.55 755 Kennedy Ave. 3144 .30 271,900 Apartment 86.48 2902 Orchard Ave. 3284 .28 260,000 Apartment 79.17 1730 N. 7th St. 34,68... 05/24/2018

26 New Homes in Grand Junction SOLD February 2018No rest for home builders in the Grand Valley as demand for homes both new and resale push sales prices higher on low inventory of homes availableThe Subdivisions with the most sales for the month of February are:Copper Creek 4 sales;  Heritage Estates 2 sales, Adobe Falls 2 sales.Average price is $324,207     Average PSF  $171.84       Gross volume  $8,429,400Here is the recap of sales for subdivisions by bedroom/bathroom, square footage, PPSF and address.Available listings can be found by clicking the name of these popular subdivisions:  Heritage Heights, Adobe View North, Aspen Village, Brandon Estates, Walnut Estates, Mountain View, Rivertrail, Wexford Estates If you are looking for a home in the Grand Junction area, call Sandra (970)... 05/18/2018