Featured at West + Main RiNo: Jini Kim Veenker

Please join us in RiNo for First Friday, featuring artist Jini Kim Veenker

Printmakers Exhibition

2632 Blake Street, Denver
10.4.2024, 6-9pm

Meet Jini

Jini Veenker (Jini Kimchi) is a printmaker originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts at Oklahoma State University and her Master of Fine Arts at The University of Tulsa.

Jini is inspired by her spirituality, dark nature, and her Korean heritage.

Learn more about Jini in our Q & A!

Where do you find inspiration?

My work is deeply inspired by Korean resilience and heavy metal. I love alternative culture and don't see enough Korean representation, so I like to think I'm a positive addition to that conversation.

What is your dream project?

My dream project would be creating album art for a band that I love.

What do you like to do outside of work?

Karaoke and food.

What are your thoughts about your city's creative scene for artists, designers, crafters, makers, and/or small businesses?

 Denver is such a colorful, unique, eclectic place for artists. This place has all the potential and resources for us.

What is the best piece of advice you ever received?

Walk the walk. Don't talk the talk.

If you had a choice between two superpowers, being invisible or flying, which would you choose?

I'd rather fly than be invisible because I like the idea of being able to remove myself from any situation.

Get in touch with Jini

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jini.kimchis.printing/
Website: https://linktr.ee/jinikimveenker

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Just Listed: Active Living at Windsor Gardens!

This is Windsor Gardens, Denver's best 55+ golf community for active adults!

This charming one-bedroom, one full bath condo offers cozy, comfortable living with an open layout. Spacious primary bedroom with ample closets. Well appointed kitchen cabinet space combined with durable laminate flooring, and newly installed carpeting throughout the rest of the unit. Covered and enclosed lanai/patio provides a peaceful outdoor area. Located on the main level, no stairs or elevators to navigate! Deeded underground parking space and use of private storage. This unit is conveniently located across the street from the fabulous Windsor Gardens Community Center, the hub of so many of the wonderful amenities- featuring the 9 hole par 3 golf course, tennis, pools (indoor and outdoor), fitness center, clubs, shows, on-site restaurant, craft rooms, a woodshop, billiard parlor, sewing room, library, art room and so much more! Nature lovers are sure to enjoy the beautiful garden areas, and the access to the Highland Canal trail system! On site management & community resource for 24/7 assistance. HOA dues INCLUDE PROPERTY TAXES, heat, water, sewer, trash, snow removal, ground and building maintenance, insurance on common areas, security patrols. FHA and VA approved! Conveniently located with Lowry and Cherry Creek to the West, minutes to Central Park, Anschutz and Va medical campuses, I-225 and DIA.

Listed by John Chapman for West + Main Homes. Please contact John for current pricing + availability.

 

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Just Listed: Timeless Charm Meets Modern Living!

This picturesque 1886 Victorian has the perfect mix of historic charm and modern updates, and offers an amazing lifestyle in the quiet Cole neighborhood surrounded by homes with character while being just a short walk to the vibrant local scene of the RiNo Art District.

There is so much curb appeal in the classic white exterior, private fenced-in front yard, big covered front porch + gorgeous stained glass detailing over the front door. Once you walk inside, you’ll find a unique open floorplan, high 11-foot ceilings, and oversized windows making the space feel airy and full of natural light. The hardwood floors, craftsman trim, and traditional fireplace show off the home’s historic character. The welcoming living + dining areas flow into a well-sized kitchen with dark wood cabinets, neutral stone countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom features a large ensuite bathroom and a huge walk-in closet, which is a rarity amongst homes from this era. The large basement has plenty of room for storage and has great potential as a flex space. The front foyer/office space could be easily converted back into a 3rd bedroom if desired.

The backyard is well-landscaped with plenty of grass, but also has a raised deck under hanging string lights that offers a great private outdoor living space with room for lounge and dining furniture. Never have to worry about street parking with the 2-car garage, or set it up as a home gym or flex space. The home’s lot is zoned for an ADU, which allows possibility for future investment potential.

Situated in close proximity to downtown Denver + RiNo, this location can’t be beat - it is just minutes from so many amazing restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and Denver staples like City Park, the Zoo and Museum of Nature and Science. It’s just blocks away from the 39th Ave Greenway + Platte River Trail with miles of running + biking trails, multiple light rail stations, or I-70 for a quick connection to I-25 or an easy commute to the mountains or DIA.

Listed by Kate Kazell for West + Main Homes. Please contact Kate for current pricing + availability.

 

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720-613-8478
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Greater Denver Area Real Estate Market Report from September 2024

Buyers and sellers who attempt to time the market perfectly may find the balancing act as frustrating as timing a trip to the mountains to see the peak of the aspens changing color this fall, according to the Denver Metro Association of Realtors’ Market Trends Committee.

While the Federal Reserve Bank lowered rates by 0.50 basis points- a larger cut than many expected - buyer activity remained sluggish. The median close price dropped slightly by 2.34 percent to $576,171, down from $590,000 in August while median days in the MLS increased 19.05 percent to 25 days from 21 days. New listings stayed relatively unchanged with 5,053 while pending sales increased by 3.64 percent to 3,761. Active listings at month end grew slightly by 3.65 percent month-over-month, a staggering 45.69 percent increase year-over-year.

The most notable stat that we want to highlight is how months of inventory have steadily climbed since last June when we started tracking this data point market-wide. For reference, our June 2023 report showcased that the month of May had 1.25 months of inventory. In September, months of inventory increased to 3.6 months. This represents the first time months of inventory have crossed the three-month mark, meaning it takes an average of 3.6 months to find a buyer, which traditionally has been categorized as a balanced market. This is a far cry from a pandemic-fueled market which had less than one month of inventory.

Homes are simply spending more time on the market and experiencing more price reductions before finding a buyer. This is a direct result of buyer demand waning due to higher interest rates and, to some degree, anticipation for the upcoming Presidential election. Many buyers who I am working with are simply waiting for truly the perfect fit, before submitting an offer. They aren't willing to make compromises on a home they have to pay more for due to higher interest rates. When they do find the right home, even if a home is new to the market, they are eager to negotiate.

Sellers need to understand that it's simply taking longer for homes to sell. I do expect the months of inventory to continue to climb as we move closer to the election and the upcoming holiday season. Saying that, many sellers have indicated a desire to hold off listing their homes until the spring to try timing their sales a bit more strategically.

This is historically the Denver metro area's height of the selling season and the time of year when sellers experience the highest sales price all year.

If buyers are waiting for the end of the election cycle and the holidays to wrap up, they may be kicking themselves for not striking while the iron is hot. Historically, sellers have reaped the rewards as home prices tend to increase after an election cycle.

While we hope you have been able to time your trip to the mountains perfectly to see the golden glow of the aspens, the Denver real estate market continues to be an ever-changing landscape post-pandemic.

Learn more about the market from the Denver Metro Association of Realtors.

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Thank you to our partners at the Denver Metro Association of Realtors for compiling this information.

If there is a home that you would like more information about, if you are considering selling a property, or if you have questions about the housing market in your neighborhood, please reach out. We’re here to help.

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Just Listed: Welcome home to your single level living oasis in Chanhassen!

Welcome home to your single level living oasis in Chanhassen!

From the moment you pull up to coveted North Bay neighborhood, you'll feel right at home. You are invited into a serene setting sure to bring relaxation after a long day, or the perfect setting for your next dinner party. The turnkey features and designer-inspired finishes nurtures both the inclination to curl up + enjoy a book, as well as fill your space with friends + fun. 3 wonderful bedrooms on the main level make for generous living spaces, or the perfect situation for guests or working from home! The open living space that flows from kitchen to living + dining space is only amplified by the beautiful natural light and vaulted ceiling. A cozy fire will be perfect all year round. Morning coffee on your back deck overlooking the pond + natural setting will be your new favorite past time. You're going to love living here!

Listed by Allie Carlson for West + Main Homes. Please contact Allie for current pricing + availability.

 

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Presented by:
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303-921-2444
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