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Monument CO has free outdoor concerts every Wednesday night, a farmers market every Saturday, and a July 4th parade that draws 15,000 people to downtown. Here is what summer actually looks like in the Tri-Lakes area.

Monument CO median days on market dropped from 87 in January to 19 in May 2026. Here is what the current data shows for buyers and sellers in the Tri-Lakes area this summer.

From the Desk of Stephanie Lee Every PCS season I get the same call. Orders just dropped to Peterson, Schriever, USAFA, Fort Carson, or NORAD. The question comes fast: 'We want Monument. Our friends said it was worth the commute. Is it actually right for our family?' My answer is always the same: it depends and that's exactly what I'm here to help you figure out. I've lived and worked in this community for 20 years, and together Andrew and I have 27 combined years in Colorado

From the Desk of Stephanie Lee When these sellers first found us online, they did exactly what we always encourage homeowners to do: They interviewed multiple local realtors to make sure they chose the right fit. This wasn’t a simple decision for them, and it wasn’t a simple property to position. The Home’s Unique Character Originally built in 1890 and approximately 1,400 square feet, this charming home had been completely gutted and rebuilt by the current owners just a fe

Is your Monument equity ready for Spring 2026? Discover how to bridge the gap between your current house and your next dream home with local market data and 'Underwriter-level' strategy. Learn why March is the window to move up in the Tri-Lakes area

From the Desk of Stephanie Lee I hear it every day: "Stephanie, we’re just going to wait until rates hit 5% before we pull the trigger." It sounds like a safe, patient strategy. But as a team with 27 years of combined experience , Andrew and I have seen "waiting for the bottom" backfire time and time again. In the Monument housing market , the cost of waiting isn't just about the interest rate, it’s about the purchase price . The 2026 Forecast: The Reality Check According to

Beat the 2026 spring rush in Monument and Colorado Springs. Learn how the federal mortgage bond shift makes January the tactical month to buy, allowing you to 'Marry the House and Date the Rate' at today’s prices

It’s tempting to think you should wait until the snow melts and the gardens bloom before listing your Monument home. Here at Lee & Associates Real Estate, our local data shows that selling in the December and January “winter market” can actually give you a competitive edge. Here's the data that matters: Active listings in the Monument/Tri-Lakes area typically drop by over 10% between November - January. This reduction in competition means maximum visibility for your propert

We specialize in helping VA buyers and VA sellers in Monument, Palmer Lake, and the Tri-Lakes area. Learn how to use your zero-down VA loan benefits with confidence.