Blog Posts From November 2022

Sep 23, 2026 • 7 min read

Denver's Coolest Neighborhoods: 13 Guides to Where to Live

Denver has 78 official neighborhoods. Thirteen of them draw the most questions from buyers who call the Kenna Real Estate Group, and each of those thirteen has its own guide on this site with live listings, the housing stock, the parks and trails, the commute and the things to check before you write an offer. This post is the map: what each neighborhood is known for, who buys there, and the link

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Nov 29, 2022 7 min read

Building a Backyard Oasis That Works in Colorado's Climate

A backyard oasis in Colorado has to survive hail, dry wind, intense UV at altitude and a watering schedule set by the local utility. The features that work in a coastal or humid climate, thin fabric shade sails, thirsty lawns, unprotected wood furniture, do not hold up the same way here. A Front Range backyard built around the climate instead of against it lasts longer and needs less rework every

Nov 29, 2022 6 min read

Flooring Options That Add Value to a Colorado Home

Hardwood and luxury vinyl plank add the most value to a Colorado home at resale, because they are the two finishes Front Range buyers consistently ask for and the two that photograph best in a listing. Carpet still has a place in bedrooms, but replacing worn carpet in main living areas is one of the highest-return flooring moves a Denver metro seller can make.Here is how the main flooring options

Nov 29, 2022 8 min read

Reasons To Love Living In Gleneagles Village, Highlands Ranch -

Located just 15 miles south of Denver, Gleneagles Village in Highlands Ranch is a beautiful and welcoming 55+ community ideal for those seeking an active, engaged lifestyle. Gleneagles Village provides a sense of peace and security for over 500 residents, with plenty of amenities and activities to keep residents busy and happy. From the on-site clubhouse to the heated pool and indoor tennis court

Nov 28, 2022 6 min read

Current List of Things You Should Leave Behind When Selling Your Colorado House -

If you plan to say goodbye to your current home and list it for sale, it would be good to have a general idea of what to expect. One vital part of the process is to know what things you should leave behind when selling your home.This might sound like a no-brainer, but many sellers must know if they should empty the house or leave something behind. On the other hand, one might get tempted to take

Nov 28, 2022 6 min read

Colorado Real Estate Market Trends: A Buyer's Guide

Real estate market trends are the patterns in price, inventory, and days on market that repeat across a region year after year. In Colorado, the biggest trend drivers are the calendar, the mortgage rate on the day you shop, and how many homes are sitting on REcolorado at once. Track those three and you can time a Front Range purchase or sale with real numbers instead of a guess.A market trend is

Nov 23, 2022 5 min read

Here are some Do's and Don'ts of Building a Barn in Colorado to house your Horses on equestrian p...

There is something undeniably special about an American Barn. The rustic charm or the sense of history comes with these structures. Whatever the case, more and more people are deciding to build barns on their property. You must read this blog post if you're one of those people. We've worked with Fair Dinkum to discuss the dos and don'ts of building an American Barn. We'll also give you some ideas

Nov 21, 2022 8 min read

Estate Tax and Inherited Homes in Colorado

Colorado charges no state estate tax and no inheritance tax, so the property tax bill and the federal estate tax exemption are the two numbers that actually matter for most Front Range households settling an estate. For the small number of estates large enough to owe federal estate tax, and for every heir who eventually sells an inherited house, the rules below determine what gets paid and when.N

Nov 18, 2022 7 min read

Electrical Outlet Types in Colorado Homes

Nearly every Colorado home built after the 1960s runs a mix of standard outlets, GFCI-protected outlets near water, and increasingly, higher-voltage outlets for EV chargers and large appliances. Knowing the difference matters at resale, during a renovation, and any time a homeowner is deciding whether an outlet needs a licensed electrician or a simple swap. A quick outlet audit before listing, or

Nov 18, 2022 6 min read

What to Do if Your Boiler Breaks in Colorado

A boiler that stops heating a Colorado home in January is not a wait-and-see problem. Radiant and hydronic heat systems are common in Denver's older housing stock, and a failure in the coldest months puts both comfort and, in some cases, frozen-pipe risk on the line until it gets fixed. Knowing what to check first, what a repair runs, and what Colorado law requires around carbon monoxide protecti

Nov 16, 2022 6 min read

Common Furnace and Heating Issues in Colorado Homes

A Front Range winter runs from the first hard freeze in October through the region's last spring frost, and a furnace that struggles in January is the single fastest way to turn a showing into a walk-away. Here is what causes the most common heating problems in Colorado homes, what each one costs to fix, and how heating issues show up during a Colorado home inspection.A dirty or clogged filter is

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