Crested Butte Real Estate Market Trends

Crested Butte real estate moves fast, and the details matter. This page is the home for our monthly market updates – pricing, inventory, days on market, and contract activity across Crested Butte, Mt. Crested Butte, Crested Butte South, and the surrounding Gunnison Valley. If you want help interpreting what the latest numbers mean for your specific property or price point, reach out and we’ll walk through it.

Closed Sales

22

▼ 12.0%

Median Sale Price

$742,500

▲ 20.7%

Median Days on the Market

86

▼ 12.2%

Gunnison Valley Real Estate

March 2026
Gunnison Valley
Metric Feb Mar Change
Total Sales 25 22 ▼ 12.0%
Sales Volume $22.4M $31.4M ▲ 40.2%
Avg Sale Price $895,060 $1,425,818 ▲ 59.3%
Median Sale Price $615,000 $742,500 ▲ 20.7%
Avg Price/SF $580 $681 ▲ 17.4%
Avg Days on Market 125 155 ▲ 23.9%
Median Days on Market 98 86 ▼ 12.2%
Sold-to-List Ratio 95.0% 93.0% ▼ 2.1%
Crested Butte & Upper Valley
Metric Feb Mar Change
Total Sales 15 11 ▼ 26.7%
Sales Volume $16.2M $24.9M ▲ 53.4%
Avg Sale Price $1,080,167 $2,259,591 ▲ 109.2%
Median Sale Price $600,000 $1,350,000 ▲ 125.0%
Avg Price/SF $768 $897 ▲ 16.8%
Avg Days on Market 123 134 ▲ 8.9%
Median Days on Market 98 80 ▼ 18.4%
Sold-to-List Ratio 96.0% 94.1% ▼ 2.0%

The $9.6M Record

March produced the highest single-property closing in the data set at $9,600,000 — 1251 Skyland Drive in Crested Butte. This sale alone accounts for 30.6% of total valley volume and shifts the CB & Upper Valley average sale price from $1.08M in February to $2.26M. The median — less influenced by a single transaction — moved from $600,000 to $1,350,000, reflecting genuine upward pressure beyond the record sale.

Concessions Are Climbing

Concessions appeared in 36% of March closings, up from 20% in February. Eight of 22 residential transactions included seller concessions, ranging from $1,000 to $20,839. The increase suggests that while headline prices held, the negotiation space between asking and net proceeds widened.

Median DOM Shortened, Average Extended

A divergence in days on market: the median dropped from 98 to 86 days across the valley, suggesting the typical sale moved faster. But the average climbed from 125 to 155 days, pulled by a handful of listings that sat substantially longer before closing. The split indicates a two-speed market — well-priced properties are trading more quickly while overpriced inventory ages.

Source: CREN MLS — Gunnison-Crested Butte Association of REALTORS®. Residential sales only (Stick Built, Residential, Condo, Townhouse). Market Intelligence by AgentCOS.
Under Contract ~ 261 Cascadilla Street, Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 261 Cascadilla Street, Crested Butte

Crested Butte land sales are on the rise in 2021! We just put 261 Cascadilla Street (MLS 788265) under contract. Our Buyer is going to love the great views and easy access to many great amenities from this great corner lot. 261 Cascadilla is one of the few flat...

Under Contract ~ 327 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 327 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

Crested Butte Real Estate is hopping and we are very excited to announce that 327 Elk Avenue (MLS 788531) has gone under contract! We are honored to be assisting both the Buyer and Seller of this incredible property. 327 Elk Avenue is a rare mixed use opportunity...

Sold ~ 710 Red Mountain Ranch Road, Crested Butte

Sold ~ 710 Red Mountain Ranch Road, Crested Butte

We are so excited to have closed on 710 Red Mountain Ranch Road (MLS 771345). This incredible 35+ acre equestrian property is just a short distance from the Town of Crested Butte. Located in the gated subdivision of Red Mountain Ranch, this amazing parcel also...

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 504, Mt. Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 504, Mt. Crested Butte

Now under contract, Grand Lodge Unit 504 (MLS 787627) is one of the most desirable units on the market! The Grand Lodge is located steps away from the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area. Owners and guests will appreciate the easy access to the ski slopes,...

Real Estate Market Update ~ November 2021

Real Estate Market Update ~ November 2021

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Under Contract ~ 222 Brackenbury Street, Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 222 Brackenbury Street, Crested Butte

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Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 176, Mt. Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 176, Mt. Crested Butte

6 Emmons Road, Unit 176 (MLS 776300) has gone under contract just in time for ski season! The Grand Lodge is located at Mountaineer Square and just steps away from the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area. Owners will enjoy easy access to the ski slopes, shopping,...

Sold ~ 172 E Silver Sage Drive, Crested Butte

Sold ~ 172 E Silver Sage Drive, Crested Butte

We're excited to announce that 172 E Silver Sage Drive (MLS 785196) has sold. Kiley represented the Seller of this beautiful 0.83 acre parcel. Located in the desirable Silver Sage neighborhood and just minutes from town. The new owners will love that this lot backs up...

Back On The Market ~ 15 Cinnamon Mountain Road, Mt. Crested Butte

Back On The Market ~ 15 Cinnamon Mountain Road, Mt. Crested Butte

Here's your opportunity to own a spectacular single family home in Mt. Crested Butte. 15 Cinnamon Mountain Road (MLS 787230) is back on the market. This beautiful home offers a rare orientation of stunning mountain views. Take in the dramatic sunsets and views from...

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Units 412 & 414, Mt. Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Units 412 & 414, Mt. Crested Butte

As ski season nears, more Grand Lodge units are going under contract! Kiley is representing the Sellers 6 Emmons Road, Units 412 & 414 (MLS 781958). The Grand Lodge is the ideal mountain condo complex for the avid skier or mountain biker. These two connected units...

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 375, Mt. Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 6 Emmons Road, Unit 375, Mt. Crested Butte

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Under Contract ~ 30 Paradise Road, Mt. Crested Butte

Under Contract ~ 30 Paradise Road, Mt. Crested Butte

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