From private drivers to grocery-getters (bicycle): a local's guide to Aspen's transit (RFTA, the Downtowner and WE-cycle) and the neighborhoods where you can skip the car.

Aspen's most exclusive private course has a little-known local-access program written into its City lease. Here's how to use it.

Every course from Aspen to New Castle: what's public, what's private, what it costs, the luxe options and where the value hides. Confirmed 2026 rates.

Pitkin County Airport, located 2 miles from downtown Aspen CO will be closing for a 7 month period in April 2027. Find local discussions, debates and insights.

Architecture history and trends in Aspen Snowmass. 2026 sees further shift from glass box contemporary to timeless mountain and mid-century vernaculars, but with all the modern amenities.

Aspen has a limited number of ways out, and fire seasons that keep getting longer. A clear, practical guide for 81611: how to prepare, when to leave, and why everyone east of the Castle Creek Bridge should understand the bridge long before they need it.

Bear Aware: An Aspen Snowmass Homeowner's Guide. A black bear seems to be the course marshal on the Aspen Muni golf course. It’s a charming moment, and a reminder that how we handle trash is life or death for our bears. The local rules, fines, and attractants every homeowner should know.

Think your Pitkin County property valuation is too high? Appeals are due June 8 each year, and the next reappraisal notices arrive May 2027. GET MY FREE ONE PAGE guide here:

The common thread? A home that feel genuinely lived-in and loved.

By Julia Cancilla ELLE DECOR Published: Aug 22, 2025

August 21, 2025: This property is the highest priced listing in the USA (as of 8/21/25) The 75 acre, multiple parcel estate is located 1 mile east of Aspen’s gondola.