In the late 1800s, the country witnessed a rush to find great fortunes in the form of gold in the Colorado Rockies. More recently, the “rush” to Colorado has been in the form of people searching for a wonderful life in what many call “God’s Country.” This stampede was tempered a bit by the real estate downturn of recent years, however property values in Salida and Chaffee County have not suffered to the degree witnessed throughout many parts of the country.
Our Central Colorado region—and Salida in particular—have been recognized by magazines such as Outside and Sunset as being one of the best real estate values in Colorado. This popularity combined with the sought after Colorado lifestyle has buoyed property values somewhat in our region. Still, many find the values here affordable, especially compared to similar locations in other parts of Colorado. Salida is still the best deal around despite its robust home values. For more information on home value trends in this region and in the state of Colorado, go to http://www.city-data.com/city/Salida-Colorado.html
So where do you begin your search for Colorado property? Start by contacting a reputable realtor and/or builder. Select a realtor in much the same fashion you would select a doctor, lawyer, or dentist–by reputation. Your banker can provide assistance in this regard. Be sure you select a professional realtor who adheres to strict national, state, and local codes of ethics.
