Tag: Mesa Verde Country
Cost of Living in Mancos vs. DurangoCost of Living in Mancos vs. Durango
Mancos, nestled in between Durango and Mesa Verde National Park has a wonderful small town atmosphere. From art galleries, breweries, a revitalized downtown, and endless supply of outdoor fun, Mancos is a great place to live. If you are thinking of moving here, it’s essential to know the cost of living. Cost of living includes all the necessities like cost of transportation, housing, food and utilities. Knowing the cost of these basic items can help you decide how much you can expect to spend on a monthly basis, and how much you’ll need to earn in order to live a good lifestyle.
Mancos housing costs are 48.8% lower than in Durango and it’s only 30 minutes away. That is huge when you are looking to move. The median home cost for a home in the Mancos (81328) zip code is $326,400 vs Durango it’s $470,800! Your money goes a lot farther in Mancos!
Right now with 30 year fixed loans hovering around 3% and 15 year at 2.5%, now is a great time to move!
What makes Mancos magical? The people. We are an eclectic group of young farmers, ranchers, artists and young families who want a slower pace and wide open spaces. The town of Mancos now has about 1600 people, one stoplight, a grocery store, natural food store, several excellent restaurants, brewery, and an excellent school Pre K-12.
Let me help you fall in love with Mancos!
Stuck at HomeStuck at Home
Stuck at home, and spending way too much time on the internet? Go to MancosHomes.com and start dreaming about your new home! Then start working on the outside of your home! First impressions are huge! Declutter, and fix things and get ready to sell your home! Need help? I’m here 970-759-2540
I’ve got Buyers!I’ve got Buyers!
Each day, my list of buyers grow. There is a shortage of homes for sale! These buyers are prequalifed for a loan or have cash to act now. If you are thinking of selling, this is the time to list! Need help getting your home ready? Just call me! Currently I’m looking for the following properties.
1. Single level 2 bedroom home with garage, stick built, 5 acres, under $350k in Mancos, Cortez, & Dolores area..
2. Intown Mancos 3 bedroom home or on outskirts under $400k.
3. Land 10 acres or more, no covenants. Under $150k
4. Single level home with 5-20 acres under $400k
5. Remote home, off grid, year round access under $275k
MancosHomes.com 970-759-2540. We are here to help!
Pricing Your Home to SellPricing Your Home to Sell
Are you ready to sell?Are you ready to sell?
Selling your home is an emotional issue. Before you plant the “For Sale” sign in the front yard, take a minute to answer just a few questions:
- Are you ready to put in the work to get your house ready for house hunters?
- Are you committed to keeping it ready to show for weeks or months?
- Are you ready to hear the reasons why potential buyers believe your home is not perfect?
- Are you ready for honest—and sometimes hardball—negotiations over what buyers are willing to pay for your home?
- Are you really ready to move out and leave the place where your family has made memories?
Don’t get me wrong; I’m not trying to talk you out of selling your home! I just want you to be completely ready when you do decide to move on to the next stage of your family’s life.
Selling your home is a big deal. A real estate agent does more than just schedule showings of your home. They bring experience and confidence to the table when they handle their many job duties, which include:
- Giving you advice about updates or repairs that will make your home more attractive
- Helping you set a price for your home
- Marketing your home so it receives as much exposure to potential buyers as possible
- Scheduling showings with potential buyers
- Advising you as you negotiate offers
- Handling all the required paperwork
New Year, New View?New Year, New View?
Happy New Year! It’s been a great snow season! At my house I have 16 inches of settled snow, so perfect for cross country skiing and snow shoeing out my front door. Do you need a new home in 2019? Maybe the kids are at an age that they need their own room, or maybe you are an empty nester and need to downsize. Unsure how to proceed?
I will come and give you a free market analysis on your current home, help you find a perfect home for you and make sure you are making a wise investment! I’ll even orchestra the move! Yes, I’ve been known to pack boxes, clean out barns, and do windows!
I’m here to help! I’ve lived here almost 29 years and would love to help you!! 970-759-2540 MancosHomes.com
Looking to buy?Looking to buy?
Have you been looking at homes online and dreaming about a new home? If you have started searching, you might be frustrated. Buying a home is a very important decision and you want to make sure you are doing everything right. Here are some tips.
- Get prequalified for a loan- I recommend talking to a few lenders and see what they offer. First time home buyer, or veteran? There are no down payment loans out there for you! Once you are prequalified than you are ready to start the search.
- Hire a Realtor who will become your trusted advisor. They should know the area, are easy to reach, and can work around your schedule. Get references, and google them. Do they have a website, and Facebook page? Get a list of their homes they have sold, and speak to their buyers.
- Your Realtor will search all listings on the internet, for sale by owners and will be able to help you narrow down your search. They will be able to tell you if a home is over priced, the history of the home, and do comparisons.
- If after searching for a home you just can’t find a suitable home, you might want to consider building. Builders in Mancos are getting $125 a square foot, and a typical 5-10 acre lot will cost you around $50-90k.
Check me out on Zillow and ask about me at the coffee shop. I’m here to help!
Mountain Bike TrailsMountain Bike Trails
This winter is unusual with very little snow, so it’s time to forget about waiting for skiing to be good and get on our bikes. Southwest Colorado offers a plethora of options.
Phil’s World located between Mancos and Cortez off of Hwy 160, offers well defined single tracks over high desert terrain. There are several options of short loops with 8 miles or a full 15 mile loop. Terrain is mostly easy to moderate however there are several great jumps that my boys love. https://www.mtbproject.com/trail/621788
Carpenter and Geer Natural Areas offers 170 acres on the North and West side of Cortez. For the beginner rider there is a broad paved 1.5 mile trail. For the intermediate rider there are many dirt paths that veer off. Views are amazing. This is a perfect place to take a ride during your lunch or on the weekend with the kids. It can be assessed from two locations. On the East side, it begins as the sidewalk on the northwest corner of Mildred Road and Empire Street and heads north. On the West end, the trail may be accessed on Lebanon Road north of Highway 491.
Sand Canyon Trail located down McElmo Canyon southeast of Cortez offers intermediate riding thru canyons with ancient Puebloan sites. During the winter this is a nice warm ride over slickrock and on single tract. One way is about 6.5 miles. To reach the McElmo Canyon trailhead, head south of Cortez on Highway 491. Turn right (west) on County Road G at the signs for the airport and/or Hovenweep National Monument. Go 12 miles, and trailhead is on the right.
Time to get outside!