Summit County Market Updates Blog
Breckenridge and Summit County Real Estate Market Trends, Updates, and Insights
Breaking News: Blue River Enacts Emergency Moratorium on New Short-Term Rental Licenses
Learn about the newly implemented moratorium that The Town of Blue River has placed on short-term rental licenses. According to the Town of Blue River, no new short-term rental (STR) licenses will be issued through December 31, 2026, unless the moratorium is lifted earlier. During this time, Town officials will review and potentially revise Blue River's short-term rental regulations and enforcement procedures. The moratorium applies to new license applications as well as properties operating without a current STR license or with a lapsed license.
2026 Goose Pasture Tarn Access & Boat Permits Now Available for Blue River Residents
Blue River is a unique mountain community just south of Breckenridge, known for its peaceful setting, mountain lifestyle, and close proximity to world-class skiing, hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation. Many homeowners are drawn to the area for its privacy, natural beauty, favorable short-term rental regulations, and convenient access to downtown Breckenridge and the Breckenridge Ski Resort.
One of Blue River’s most beloved amenities is Goose Pasture Tarn, a scenic alpine reservoir surrounded by mountain views and public open space. Residents enjoy the Tarn for kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, walking trails, wildlife viewing, and relaxing summer days on the water. For many homeowners, access to the Tarn is one of the features that makes living in Blue River so special.
1-Acre Wooded Lot in Valley of the Sun – Build Your Dream Mountain Retreat
Build your mountain dream home on this 1.03-acre wooded lot in Valley of the Sun near Fairplay, CO. Gently sloped with electricity nearby, this private parcel offers easy access to Alma, Breckenridge, and endless outdoor adventure, ideal for a weekend retreat or full-time residence.
Get Ready: Mountain Real Estate Season Is About to Take Off in Summit County
Thinking about buying or selling a home in Summit County, Colorado? Real estate activity here is highly seasonal, with inventory and sales peaking in the warmer months—especially Q2 and Q3. If you're planning to make a move in 2025, now is the time to prepare. Learn why spring and summer are the best seasons for real estate in Summit County.
Summit County | Overview of New Short-Term Rental Regulations
The new rules, which went into effect on January 1, 2022, only apply to neighborhood overlay zones within the county. Resort zones are unaffected by the new regulations. The regulations impose a cap on the number of short-term rental licenses for properties in each of the drainage basins of the county. These caps will be achieved through attrition, meaning that licenses will only become available when existing licenses are not renewed or are revoked. Licenses are also non-transferrable except in very specific cases.