As we kick off 2026, this month’s Real Estate Market Newsletter blends a fresh look at the Gunnison County market with a bigger-picture reminder that sometimes a new year is your sign to make a bold move. If that quiet voice has been nudging you toward a lifestyle change, the Gunnison Valley continues to offer an unmatched balance of outdoor adventure, vibrant community, and breathing room—think wide-open spaces, minimal traffic, world-class skiing, and a rich mix of arts, culture, and local traditions. Inside, you’ll find a snapshot of December 2025 market conditions, a comparison of Crested Butte and Gunnison data across recent years, a spotlight on my newly priced featured listing at 18 Crystal Road #2C in Mt. Crested Butte, and links to January and February events to keep your calendar full. I’m also sharing local community Q&As, insights into the 2026 housing shift that’s quietly unfolding here, and a Crested Butte South map tour for a closer look at one of our most popular neighborhoods—everything you need to stay informed, inspired, and connected as the year unfolds.

If you’re seeing this, consider it a sign from the universe.2026 is the year you finally give into that little voice that’s been trying to convince you to make a big move. Here’s what’s waiting for you in the Gunnison Valley. 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 Abundance of all the outdoor living and lifestyle your heart desires. No traffic – or at least not the bumper to bumper traffic you may be used to. Did I mention that Crested Butte doesn’t even have a stop light? Rodeos, hiking, biking, arts and culture. Skiing with no lift lines. Wide open spaces. Fresh mountain air.Want the inside scoop on what’s waiting for you here in the Gunnison valley?Shoot me a DM. Gunnison County experienced a notable year-over-year decline in both average and median single-family home sale prices. The median sold price fell sharply—down 45% from last year’s $2,000,000—highlighting a meaningful price correction in the market.   Buyer demand increased 7% compared to the same time last year but declined 16.7% month-over-month. Active inventory totaled 215 properties in December, up from 185 last year, while 35 new listings entered the market—an increase from the 19 added last month. Homes spent an average of 134 days on the market, reflecting an 8.9% increase compared to November.   Learn More CRESTED BUTTE *Mt. Crested Butte to Crested Butte South* GUNNISON *Almont to Gunnison*   Number of Listings Sold – 34 Volume – $30,164,250 Median – $598,000 Average – $887,183 Under Contract – 12   Number of Listings Sold – 17 Volume – $10,047,500 Median – $525,000 Average – $591,029 Under Contract – 13   Number of Listings Sold – 24 Volume – $37,119,375 Median – $927,500 Average – $1,546,640   Number of Listings Sold – 15 Volume – $8,666,000 Median – $540,000 Average – $577,733   Number of Listings Sold – 16 Volume – $13,054,000 Median – $665,000 Average – $815,875   Number of Listings Sold – 18 Volume – $9,158,000 Median – $391,250 Average – $508,777 18 Crystal Road #2C, Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225 Explore Crested Butte and Gunnison’s upcoming events! Click here to view the full calendar. Click here for January Events Click here for February Events Local Community Q&As Our Local Insider Q&A series is designed to give visitors and future locals a genuine feel for the Gunnison Valley community — the kind of insight you don’t find in guidebooks or listing descriptions. Instead of surface-level facts, these Q&As capture the shared habits, unspoken rules, and everyday moments that shape life here. It’s about understanding the rhythm of the valley, the humor locals use to navigate long winters and short summers, and the subtle ways community shows up in daily life. Learn more The 2026 Housing Shift Nobody’s Talking About Especially Here in Crested Butte & Gunnison You’ve probably seen the headlines. Real estate is either booming or crashing. Depending on the week. But that’s rarely how real estate actually works, especially in smaller mountain markets like ours.Today, we’re talking about the 2026 housing shift and why it’s quietly starting now, especially here in Crested Butte and Gunnison. Stick around to the end and I’ll share what I am really seeing here locally. Learn more Crested Butte South Map Tour Think you have to choose between ski-town energy and quiet mountain living? In CB South you get BOTH—five minutes to downtown Crested Butte, steps to fishing on Cement Creek, and homes from starter cabins to modern mountain builds. Today I’m going to take you on a closer look at what makes CB South special. We’ll explore the neighborhood, highlight what kind of homes you can expect, and I’ll share my favorite local spots—whether it’s trails, fishing spots, or places to grab a bite—so you can get a real feel for life here before making the move. Learn more Thanks for your time and hope to see you around Crested Butte or Gunnison sometime! Your Friend, 315 Sixth Street Crested Butte, CO 81224, USA

Whether you’re thinking about buying, selling, or simply staying informed in these evolving times, this edition brings the numbers, the narrative, and the local perspective to help you navigate the season ahead.