Summer is one of the busiest seasons for Westcliffe real estate. Learn why buyers and sellers take advantage of longer days, mountain weather, and increased inventory during the summer market.
Every summer, the Wet Mountain Valley comes alive.
Wildflowers blanket the hillsides. The Sangre de Cristo Mountains stand out against bright blue skies. Visitors fill the streets of downtown Westcliffe, local businesses become busier, and people from across Colorado—and across the country—discover what makes this valley so special.
Summer also happens to be the busiest season for Westcliffe real estate.
If you’re considering buying property in Custer County, summer offers advantages that simply don’t exist during other times of the year.
You Can Truly Experience the Property
Winter can hide a property’s strengths—and its weaknesses.
During the summer months you can see:
- Road access
- Drainage patterns
- Condition of fences
- Pastures and meadows
- Tree health
- Views from every direction
- Solar exposure
- Nearby neighbors
For acreage buyers, this information is invaluable.
More Inventory Means More Choices
Historically, summer brings the largest number of available homes and land listings throughout Westcliffe and Custer County.
More inventory allows buyers to compare properties before making one of the largest financial decisions of their lives.
While inventory has increased compared to the pandemic years, well-priced properties with mountain views and usable acreage continue attracting strong interest.
Summer Makes Due Diligence Easier
Whether you’re inspecting a well, evaluating septic systems, checking irrigation, or reviewing access roads, summer provides ideal conditions.
It’s much easier to understand a property’s strengths when Mother Nature cooperates.
Thinking About Moving to Westcliffe?
I’ve helped dozens of families relocate to Westcliffe from Texas, Florida, Arizona, Kansas, Oklahoma and throughout Colorado.
Whether you’re searching for a mountain cabin, horse property, ranch, luxury home, or vacant land, I’d love to help you discover why so many people fall in love with this valley.
Kayla Brady
HomeSmart Preferred Realty 719-494-4617