Introduction
Real Estate in Aspen, CO

Real estate in downtown Aspen is comprised of a variety of homes to match anyone’s tastes. There are new custom single family homes styled with a mix of mountain lodge warmth and modern conveniences. Aspen is still very much a historic community, and features renovated 19th century Victorian homes that blend beautifully with their more modern neighbors. Single family homes in or near downtown Aspen typically cost well over $1 million, and places their residents within easy reach of Aspen’s best shopping and dining, not to mention the slopes. The real estate market in downtown Aspen also features condominiums and penthouses within historic buildings as well as newly constructed residential complexes. Typically they cost $400,000 and up, the most expensive units priced at over $7 million. There are historic studio condominiums that have cozy appeal with warm woods, fireplaces and charming architectural details that run for as little as $400,000. For the connoisseur of luxury living, Aspen offers elegant and sophisticated penthouses with the best of modern design features such as outdoor spaces with 360 degree views of the surrounding mountains, fully updated kitchens and bathrooms, spacious great rooms, and private garages.

Real estate in Aspen’s central core is just one option available to you when looking for homes in this fabulous resort town. Aspen’s real estate market includes homes in nearby Snowmass Village, Woody Creek, Old Snowmass, Basalt, Emma, El Jebel, Carbondale and Missouri Heights, all of which would allow you to live in the midst of the excitement and natural beauty that Aspen is famous for. With a market so healthy and diverse, it is easier than ever to find your next dream home in Aspen, CO.

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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 5,751
Population Density 1,629 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 2,699
Male Population 3,052
Median Age 40.82 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 75%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College CO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE TIMBERLINE
Distance to CO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE TIMBERLINE 28 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College WESTERN STATE COLL OF COLORADO
Distance to WESTERN STATE COLL OF COLORADO 44 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 3,135
Family Households 1,198
Average Family Size 2.46
Average Household Income $90,417
Median Household Income $70,773
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 75%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 100%. A value of 200% represents twice as much risk while a value of 50% represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 150%
Total Crime Risk (County) 134%
Personal Crime Risk (County) 75%
Murder Risk (County) 7%
Rape Risk (County) 189%
Robbery Risk 8%
Assault Risk (County) 133%
Property Risk (County) 160%
Burglary Risk (County) 109%
Larceny Risk (County) 268%
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 73%

Environment

Average July High Temperature 77.2° F
Average January Low Temperature 7.4° F
Annual Precipitation 23.26 inches
Air Pollution Index 96% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 8.6%
Nearest Airport ASPEN-PITKIN CO/SARDY FIELD
Distance to ASPEN-PITKIN CO/SARDY FIELD 3 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team DENVER BRONCOS
Distance to DENVER BRONCOS 104 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
ASPEN MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 8135 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, ASPEN, CO 81611
ASPEN HIGH SCHOOL9 - 12335 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, ASPEN, CO 81611
ASPEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5199 HIGH SCHOOL ROAD, ASPEN, CO 81611
ASPEN COUNTRY DAY SCHOOLK - 83 MUSIC SCHOOL RD, ASPEN, CO 81611
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSALPINE BANK111 ASPEN AIRPORT BUSINESS CTR ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSALPINE BANK600 E HOPKINS AVE # 001 ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSAMERICAN NATIONAL BANK325 E MAIN ST ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSBANK MIDWEST457 E HOPKINS AVE ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSCOMMUNITY BANKS OF COLORADO210 N MILL ST ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSTIMBERLINE BANK311 E HOPKINS AVE ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSUNITED WESTERN BANK ASPEN MKT210 E HYMAN AVE # 202 ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSUS BANK400 E MAIN ST ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSUS BANK420 E MAIN ST ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSVECTRA BANK COLORADO534 E HYMAN AVE ASPEN, CO 81611
BANKSWELLS FARGO BANK119 S MILL ST ASPEN, CO 81611
STATE COMMERCIAL BANKSALPINE BANK600 E HOPKINS AVE # 001 ASPEN, CO 81611
STATE COMMERCIAL BANKSVECTRA BANK COLORADO534 E HYMAN AVE ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESASPEN CHAPEL77 MEADOWOOD DR ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESASPEN COMMUNITY UNITED MTHDST200 E BLEEKER ST ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESCHRIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH536 W NORTH ST ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESCHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LDS50 MOORE DR ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESCROSSROADS CHURCH OF ASPEN726 W FRANCIS ST ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESJEHOVAH'S WITNESSES KINGDOM55 PYRAMID RD ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESMESSIAH LUTHERAN CHURCH1235 MOUNTAIN VIEW DR ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESST MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH533 E MAIN ST ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESTIBETAN MEDITATION-BODHI RIWO761 CONUDRUM RD ASPEN, CO 81611
CHURCHESUNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FLWSPPO BOX 9056 ASPEN, CO 81612
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICASPEN GOLF & TENNIS CLUB39551 HIGHWAY 82 ASPEN, CO 81611
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICHIGHCOUNTRY GOLF VACATIONS210 ASPEN AIRPORT BUSINESS CTR ASPEN, CO 81611
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICMAROON CREEK GOLF SHOP10 CLUB CIR ASPEN, CO 81611
HOSPITALSASPEN VALLEY HOSPITAL401 CASTLE CREEK RD ASPEN, CO 81611
MUSEUMSASPEN ART MUSEUM590 N MILL ST ASPEN, CO 81611
MUSEUMSASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY620 W BLEEKER ST ASPEN, CO 81611
SYNAGOGUESASPEN JEWISH CONGREGATION77 MEADOWOOD DR ASPEN, CO 81611
SYNAGOGUESJEWISH COMMUNITY CTR CHABAD435 W MAIN ST ASPEN, CO 81611



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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
81611368$1,500,000$2,414,612


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