April is Here!!!

Wow, where in the world did the first quarter of this year go? Can you believe that we are already into April? Thankfully, the days are getting longer and we are able to enjoy some much-needed sun and warmer weather. Our team gathered together last week for our weekly team meeting, and it was very entertaining to hear about all of the fun things that several of the team members had done the past couple of weeks, including golfing, planting and cleaning up their gardens, playing pickle ball, getting backyard patios ready for the warm months ahead and hitting the road for some vacation adventures.

Everyone was in a great mood with broad smiles and ready to tackle the upcoming quarter. We are so fortunate to live here in Western Colorado!

Spring is such a great time to get outside, dust off our patios, service our air conditioners, clean our windows and gutters, and get our yards ready for the Summer months ahead. This Spring, the Shafer Team has decided to giveaway FREE lawn aeration services (in the Mesa County area). Give us a call today and get your yard scheduled for a FREE aeration service, compliments of The Shafer Team. Sign up or give us a call at 970-210-7553 now through April 30 to get on the schedule.

The other part of our weekly discussion was how much the market has picked up recently. The phones are ringing, and we have Buyers and Sellers alike who are anxious to get started. We know that there has been some volatility nationally in the past month or so, however, we are finding that Colorado is still one of the most desirable places in the country to live. In addition, Mesa County is still one of the most affordable areas. We have the perfect mix of high-end luxury to first-time homebuyer properties, along with everything in between, including farm and ranch as well as ski area and lake/mountain cabin properties. Some might say that we have it “ALL” over here in the beautiful Western Colorado landscape.

Is the Mesa County market slowing down? The 1st Quarter of 2025 shows double-digit growth in the residential housing market over 2024 in this area. Home values are continuing to increase, the number of sales are on the increase, and the prices are continuing on a steady growth trajectory. We have had several calls from homeowners recently requesting a Market Analysis to see what the estimated current value is on their property. This is a professional assessment and valuation of the property, and we provide these absolutely FREE of charge. These are extremely informative for any homeowner. You can assess your insurance coverage, leverage your equity for home improvements, or possibly look at reinvestment opportunities. As I have said before, this is one of the largest and most important purchases that you will ever make - it only makes sense to protect and nurture your investment. Give us a call today and we will gladly put together a valuation for your property.

Cheers to the month ahead and have a Happy Easter!!!

-Julie Shafer

And The Shafer Team

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🏆 The Shafer Team: #1🏆

and Aiming Higher in 2025!

We’re excited to share some incredible milestones The Shafer Team has achieved! We are honored to be recognized as the #1 real estate team in Grand Junction for Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties and #1 company-wide! On top of that, we’ve been awarded the prestigious International President’s Elite designation—an achievement that reflects our dedication to excellence.

While these awards and numbers are exciting, what means the most to us is achieving our goals while helping our clients achieve theirs. Your trust, referrals, and support continue to inspire us, and we can’t wait to make 2025 even more successful—together!

Thank-you for being part of our journey! 💙🏡

April Market Report

2025 Sales by Quarter for Mesa County

Highest Residential Sale in March

💰$1,725,000💰

1939 Rose Marie Court

According to GJARA MLS

Highest Commercial Sale in March

💰$1,775,000💰

2304 Interstate Avenue

According to GJARA MLS

Grand Junction Economic Report

 Economic development has grown exponentially in Mesa County over the past two years, according to the Grand Junction Economic Partnership’s annual report.

The report details GJEP’s work over the past year and shows the organization’s economic impact and its strategic goals for continuing growth. In 2024, GJEP’s efforts amounted to $91,252,018 – setting a record. This was quite the increase as economic impact totaled over $10 million in 2022 and over $52 million in 2023.

“Measuring our impact is essential in demonstrating GJEP’s value to our stakeholders. Our goal is to increase our economic impact each year and I am proud to report that we have successfully done so. In 2024, for every $1 invested in GJEP, we generated $93 in economic impact,” GJEP Executive Director Curtis Englehart said in a news release.

This year, GJEP directly oversaw nine quality relocations and expansions to the Grand Junction area. Our ongoing efforts have resulted in 299 net new primary jobs in 2024, with an average wage of $62,201. 

"Measuring our economic impact is essential in demonstrating GJEP’s value to our stakeholders. Our goal is to increase our economic impact each year, and I’m proud to report that we have successfully done so:"

Economic Impact: 

• 2022: $10,558,889
• 2023: $52,270,078 
• 2024: $91,252,018

The organization’s goal is to create economic vitality across Mesa County. GJEP does this through attracting, expanding and retaining businesses and enhancing the quality of life in the area through job creation and new capital investment, the release said.

GJEP noted key accomplishments for last year included Amazon’s new last-mile facility. It’s the first one on the Western Slope and represented $25 million in capital investment and 100 jobs created, the release said.

“I am extremely excited to see what the future holds for GJEP and the Grand Valley. I am continually impressed by the level of talent, leadership and dedication that GJEP exhibits locally and throughout our region,” Community Hospital President and CEO Chris Thomas, who is also the GJEP’s board chairman in 2024, said in the release.

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Rentals

859 Ouray Ave, GJ- $2800 per month

4 Bedroom- 2 Bathroom- 1,902 sqft- $2800 deposit

Located in Downtown GJ, within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and schools. Pets are considered with additional monthly fees and a deposit. Available May 1st

133 E 1st St, Palisade- $2600 per month

3 Bedroom- 3 Bathroom- 1,890 sqft- $2600 deposit

This newly updated home features top-of-the-line updates throughout the 1,890 sq ft. On the main level, you will find a living room, kitchen, dining room, primary suite, and 1/2 bath. Downstairs is another living room with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath. Pets negotiable with additional deposit.

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Grand Junction Official Visitor Guide

Both locals and visitors love the adventure guide: Trail suggestions with ratings, maps for Nature’s Trifecta, itineraries, easy-to-navigate directories, and hundreds of colorful images. The best part? No ads! The destination speaks for itself. So follow your passion, broaden your horizons, and try new things. Here at Grand Junction, we are not limited to going any one way or another, we go whichever way life leads and you’re all welcome to join. We look forward to meeting you!

Whether you are a local resident or a visitor, consider stopping by the Grand Junction Visitor Center (740 Horizon Drive), where we will gift you a free stamped postcard so you can share your adventures with friends and family. You’ll also find trail maps, trip ideas, and most importantly, friendly and helpful Ambassadors who are happy to answer your questions and provide advice - all with a smile. All materials at the Grand Junction Visitor Center are complimentary.

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