Aspen Real Estate

Aspen, Colorado Living

Nestled in the Western Slope region of Pitkin County, surrounded by snow-capped mountains bringing skiers the Power of Four with Aspen, Snowmass, Highlands and Buttermilk Mountains to enjoy winter skiing and global events such as the X Games, Aspen is a spectacular place to call home. It’s tucked in the upper end of the Roaring Fork Valley, surrounded by pristine wilderness home to many incredible breathtaking hike and bike trails. It’s Mother Nature’s playground at 8,000 feet; this area has something for everyone all year.

With a population of around 6,600, the people who live here enjoy small town charm. It’s a place where you know your neighbor and their dog. You’ll find global events, fine arts and delectable food from farm-to-table restaurants, and those are just a few of the cherished experiences that you’ll enjoy while living in Aspen.

Aspen is a fabulous community for year-round living, from high-end luxury estates and condominiums to quaint, quintessential mountain chalets and riverfront homes. You’ll find a variety of homes for sale in Aspen to fit any lifestyle you desire. There are great neighborhoods to raise children and more reclusive properties that have you feeling like you are on vacation every day that you drive home.

Exploring Aspen Real Estate Listings

The Aspen area has numerous neighborhoods, including its picturesque downtown, West End and Red Mountain. Here are the areas to search for:

Aspen Schools

Many move here from around the United States so that their child can attend the Aspen School District. It has been “Accredited with Distinction” by the Colorado Department of Education from 2010 to 2014. In addition to the public schools, there are many acclaimed private schools serving the community.

Public schools in Aspen include:

Dining and Shopping in Aspen, CO

From five-star dining experiences to quick, simple and healthy options, you’ll find something for every palate in Aspen, home to more than 100 restaurants. The White House Tavern, L’Hosteria, Pyramid Bistro, and Meat and Cheese are local favorites. Catch a burger at 520 Grill, CP Burgers or the famous Red Onion. Relax and enjoy fine dining at the Chef’s Club in the St. Regis, Casa Tua or Element 47 in the Little Nell; these restaurants tantalize the taste buds of any connoisseur.

Shopping and Aspen are synonymous. High-end boutiques such as Fendi, Gucci, Prada and Ralph Lauren are just a sampling of the couture offered. Pitkin County Dry Goods, PE 101, Chequers, Zima Lingerie and Boogie’s have unique offerings; you’ll find something for everyone. Art galleries are a great way to spend an afternoon looking for the next piece to grace your home, and we have some of the finest. Galerie Maximillian, Harvey/Meadows Gallery and the E.S. Lawrence Gallery are great ways to fulfill your creative side.

Things to Do in Aspen

Aspen’s world-class skiing is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to great activities here. Our picturesque town sits at the upper end of the Roaring Fork Valley, where you can fish gold medal rivers, bike the Rio Grande trail or tandem paraglide if you’re more adventurous.

A culmination of the Elk Mountains range, the Williams Mountains and the Sawatch Range provides for amazing hiking. Whether you want a short hike up Hunter Creek along the roaring waters that come with spring or you’d prefer a long hike from West Maroon Bells to Crested Butte, there are endless opportunities to take in the painted fields of wildflowers or catch a glimpse of a mountain goat.

The best part? We get more than 300 days of sunshine each year, which makes this the perfect town for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Aspen community is considered a cultural outpost. We host the Aspen Music Festival, which is has been going strong for over 60 years, the Food and Wine Classic in June every year and Theatre Aspen, where you can see local actors performing live. Jazz Aspen Snowmass hosts evening series winter and summer at the Little Nell, bringing in musicians from all over the globe; they also host the June and Labor Day Festivals.

Take in Aspen Film Festivals’ summer or winter offerings, which include award-winning films every year. Make sure to visit the new art museum designed by world-renowned Shigeru Ban.

Aspen’s nightlife is remarkable. You’ll discover clubs such as Bootsie Bellows and Belly Up Aspen, as well as the historic Isis Movie Theater. Locals love the Art Walk on Thursday nights or having an ice cream in front of Paradise Bakery while listening to talented musicians play in town.

Parks and Recreation in Aspen, CO

There are over 30 parks in Aspen that offer everything from quiet benches hidden behind mature trees to picnic tables and playgrounds next to the Roaring Fork River. Horseshoe pits and volleyball courts are perfect for the Mother Lode Volleyball tournament Aspen hosts every year. Naturally, rugby fans know to be here in September when Aspen hosts the Rugger Fest in Wagner Park.

Aspen Recreation Center hosts many children and adults in the Lazy River and expansive indoor pool. Come and ice skate at the indoor arena or challenge yourself with a climb up the indoor climbing wall. The Red Brick Recreation Center in the West End employs professional teachers for everything from art classes to gymnastic classes. From T-ball to sailing, you’ll find something for everyone on the Aspen Parks and Recreation calendar.

Aspen, CO Commute Times

Because Aspen is located just off Highway 70, getting to neighboring towns is easy. Driving from Aspen to:

Woody Creek: 8.3 miles
Snowmass Village: 8.3 miles/li>
Basalt: 18.5 miles
Carbondale: 29.5 miles
Glenwood Springs: 41.1 miles
Denver: 204 miles

In addition to easy access to Highway 82, there are eight free bus routes within Aspen. Bus service between Aspen and the Aspen-Pitkin Airport, as well as between Aspen and Snowmass Village, is free; it’s also free all around town. The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority offers paid bus service connecting to other towns. CAR TO GO, Aspen’s car-share program, helps minimize environmental impact; there’s also WE-Cycle, a bike-sharing program.

Explore Aspen Real Estate with a Professional Realtor®

When you’re ready to explore your lifestyle here in Aspen and the many options of homes available in Aspen, call us at 970-429-8275 or contact us online. Our extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of the Aspen community will be just the start to getting you settled in your home.

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Hottest Aspen CO Homes

Understated and welcoming are words that describe this beautiful East Aspen home located on one of Knollwood's premier lots with captivating views from Independence Pass to Aspen Mtn and beyond. This mountain modern residence is a true sanctuary with well-designed living spaces filled with natural light, vast wall spaces for your treasured or eclectic art collection and beautiful landscaped gardens that lead to expansive lawns. This home flows extremely well for indoor/outdoor entertaining. It also lives just right for just a couple with a main level master suite or has plenty of room for family and visiting friends. The separate guest quarters over the garage is currently used as the owner's private office. Convenient, private and quiet locale. A 2 min. drive to downtown Aspen!

$9,550,000 Active

205 Roaring Fork Drive Aspen, Colorado

6 Beds 6 Baths 6,474 SqFt 0.350 Acres

Very few of Aspen's historic homes are brick construction and this one is truly a gem. Prime location with easy walking convenience to downtown, an elegant curb appeal and great potential for future transformation into your Aspen dream. The 3,314 square foot lot should allow for nearly 2,500 square feet of FAR (below grade living space and garage receive generous exemptions), and there's the possibility of up to a 500 square foot bonus - development of the property is subject to City of Aspen Historic Preservation Commission review. Ask about seller's conceptual designs for a 3,850+ square foot house!

$5,995,000 Pending

105 E Hallam Street Aspen, Colorado

2 Beds 1 Baths 815 SqFt 0.080 Acres

$669,000 Active

942 Vine Street Aspen, Colorado

1 Beds 1 Baths 626 SqFt

Rare, in town location just six short blocks to the Aspen Mountain Gondola with generous front and back yards for kids and pets. Walk to town in five minutes from this quiet town home set well off the street and nestled in a grove of aspen trees. This is a true expression of Aspen charm with an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, wood burning fire place, and a west facing deck that takes in stunning sunsets. A spacious loft makes a third bedroom or office possible.

$2,795,000 Active

1195 E Cooper Avenue Unit B Aspen, Colorado

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,637 SqFt 0.370 Acres

Newest Aspen CO Luxury Homes

$9,550,000 Active

205 Roaring Fork Drive Aspen, Colorado

6 Beds 6 Baths 6,474 SqFt 0.350 Acres

$5,995,000 Pending

105 E Hallam Street Aspen, Colorado

2 Beds 1 Baths 815 SqFt 0.080 Acres

$2,795,000 Active

1195 E Cooper Avenue Unit B Aspen, Colorado

2 Beds 2 Baths 1,637 SqFt 0.370 Acres

2 bedroom condo in the core for under $1500 per sq ft! Second floor end unit offers great light, two balconies and views of Aspen Mountain. This unit offers a blank slate to make it your own or offer it as a rental unit. Easy walking distance to Lift 1A and when the 1A development is complete you will be perfectly located for the new Aspen Mountain launching point.

$1,450,000 Active

100 E Dean Street 2 A Aspen, Colorado

2 Beds 2 Baths 967 SqFt

Newest Aspen CO Condos

1/12 interest in a luxury condominium right at the base of Aspen Highlands Ski Area! Residence 8312 is on the third floor in the Elk Horn Lodge. This is one of the most rare offerings, a three bedroom ''winter preferred'' interest where you get 3 consecutive ski weeks (plus one float week) each year. February 20- March 13, 2021. All the fabulous Ritz services and amenities including spa, pool, restaurant, concierge, shuttle, fitness center, and twice a day maid service. Exchange privileges with Ritz Carlton Residence Clubs in St Thomas, Vail, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco. Affiliations with Third Home and Marriott give you a world of vacation opportunities.

$99,000 Active

0075 Prospector Road Unit 8312-15 Aspen, Colorado

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,619 SqFt

Luxury one bedroom condominium. Hyatt Grand Aspen offers outstanding service and amenities. Large size, first floor with convenient access to fire pit. Walk to restaurants, shopping, parks and everything Aspen has to offer. Enjoy summer-time week 33 every year together with approximately 10 float days per year. 2020 dates: Sat, August 15th to Sat August 22nd. 2021 dates: Sat, August 14th to Sat August 21st.

$59,000 Active

415 E Dean Unit 7, Week 33 Street Aspen, Colorado

1 Beds 1 Baths 912 SqFt

Public Remarks: RITZ CARLTON CLUB ASPEN Summer Membership. 4 weeks each year. Upcoming allocation includes June 27 - July 11, 2020 and Jan 30 - Feb 6, 2021, plus one floating week. All the amenities of home yet is only steps to access the Ritz-Carlton's world-class service and amenities. Club amenities include on-site dining at Willow Creek Bistro & Cafe Sienna, full-time concierge, ski and parking valet services, full spa, fitness center, member lounges, pools, hot tubs, fire pits; local shuttles services. Taxes included in annual HOA dues.

$44,000 Active

0197 Prospector Road 2310-11 Aspen, Colorado

3 Beds 3 Baths 1,663 SqFt

$Least expensive share available for purchase. Dancing Bear Aspen, A Timbers Residence Club, is the ultimate second home ownership opportunity in this famed Rocky Mountain town. Nestled in the heart of downtown Aspen, Dancing Bear Aspen is only steps to world-class shopping and dining, hiking trails, fishing and best of all world class skiing. A 1/8 interest grants the buyer 6 weeks of usage a year equally divided between summer and winter plus unlimited short notice stays. For a fraction of the cost of individually owning an entire residence, one can enjoy a 3 bedroom residence of the highest quality, along with the exquisite amenities and services of the resort. Upcoming weeks: June 5-12 and Aug 21-28$ $950,000 Active

411 S Monarch Street F15 Aspen, Colorado

3 Beds 4 Baths 2,000 SqFt

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