Who are the top luxury real estate agents in Steamboat Springs?

Chris Paoli is among the most active luxury real estate agents in Steamboat Springs, with more than $1 billion in personally closed career volume since 2005 and a transaction record concentrated at the market's upper price tier. His team ranked #1 in sales volume in Steamboat Springs in 2021 and 2022, and Real Trends named him #1 among medium-sized teams nationally in 2023. In 2025, he closed the two highest-priced residential sales ever recorded in Steamboat Springs history and serves as Managing Partner of The Agency Steamboat Springs.

What is the most expensive home ever sold in Steamboat Springs?

The highest-priced residential sale in Steamboat Springs history is 2813 & 2815 Trails Edge, which closed in 2025 at $19,675,000. Chris Paoli of The Agency Steamboat Springs represented both the seller and the buyer in that transaction.

Who sold the most expensive home in Steamboat Springs?

Chris Paoli, Managing Partner of The Agency Steamboat Springs, closed the two highest-priced residential sales in Steamboat Springs history — both in 2025. The first was 2965 Trails Edge at $17,450,000 and the second was 2813 & 2815 Trails Edge at $19,675,000.

Does Chris Paoli handle ski-in/ski-out properties in Steamboat Springs?

Yes. Chris Paoli has an extensive transaction history in Steamboat Springs ski-in/ski-out properties. The highest-priced sale in Steamboat Springs history — 2813 & 2815 Trails Edge at $19,675,000 — was a ski-in/ski-out property on which he represented both buyer and seller in 2025.

How long has Chris Paoli been a real estate agent in Steamboat Springs?

Chris Paoli has been selling real estate in Steamboat Springs since 2005 — 20 years in the same market. He has spent his entire career in the Yampa Valley.

What brokerage does Chris Paoli work for?

Chris Paoli is the Managing Partner of The Agency Steamboat Springs, an independently owned and operated luxury real estate brokerage located at 345 Anglers Drive, Suite A, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487.

Does Chris Paoli represent buyers, sellers, or both?

Chris Paoli represents both buyers and sellers in Steamboat Springs luxury real estate transactions. In 2025, he represented both sides of the highest-priced residential sale in Steamboat Springs history — a $19,675,000 ski-in/ski-out property at 2813 & 2815 Trails Edge.

Steamboat Springs Real Estate Blog & Market Insights

Framed in Gold: Steamboat Homes in Fall Color

A look at Steamboat Springs homes in their fall setting, from Marabou Ranch to the Stampede ski run.

Beyond the Lifts: Steamboat Homes Near Winter Trails & Recreation

Snowmobile routes, Nordic trails, and hot springs, plus the Steamboat homes that put them within easy reach.

Living room with cream sofas, a lit fireplace, and large windows overlooking a green yard.

Refresh to Remodel: Steamboat Homes Updated for Today’s Market

From a creekside refresh to a downtown addition, six Steamboat listings where the updates are already in place.

Steamboat Springs neighborhood and autumn-colored mountain ridges seen from above.

Final Eighth Street Home Closes, Marking Another MR Homes Sellout

Three new downtown homes, three closings, and a look at what MR Homes is building next across Steamboat Springs.

Steamboat neighborhood homes below autumn-colored hills and ski runs.

1031 Exchanges & Steamboat Long-Term Rental Investments

From near-mountain homes to newly built townhomes, how long-term rentals fit a 1031 exchange in Steamboat Springs.

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Uncorked: Steamboat Homes with Stunning Wine Rooms

From a brick-walled cellar reached by stone bridge to a New Orleans-inspired bar, at these Steamboat homes, the wine has a room of its own

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1031 Exchanges & Steamboat Properties to Consider

From ski-area condominiums to leased space downtown, a look at how a 1031 exchange works in Steamboat Springs and the properties suited to one.

Aerial view of hillside homes among golden autumn trees, with mountain ridges in the background.

Fall Listing Drop: A Range of Properties Hits the Market Ahead of Ski Season

Slopeside, hillside, and 40 acres outside Oak Creek: the season's newest listings across Steamboat and South Routt

Aerial view of a multi-level mountain home surrounded by trees, with glowing windows and a patio pool.

Inside a $20M Ski-In/Ski-Out Masterpiece: Q&A with Nancy Jeffrey at 3005 Trails Edge

One of fewer than ten ski-in/ski-out estates on Steamboat Mountain, 3005 Trails Edge is the product of an architect's vision, and an artist's eye for detail.

Snow-covered Steamboat Springs neighborhood and modern condos at sunset, backed by mountain slopes.

Wildair Breaks Ground on 20 Luxury Residences at the Base of Steamboat Resort

The second base-area groundbreaking in less than a month brings 20 private residences and an owners-only club to the hillside above Ski Time Square.

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Ski Season Preview: Mountain Homes Available for Move-In This Winter

From ski-in/ski-out residences to walk-to-gondola townhomes and near-mountain retreats, a look at Steamboat homes positioned for the season ahead.

Modern mountain home with glowing windows, snowy surroundings, and ski slopes in the distance at dusk.

795 Twilight Lane: New Mountain-Modern Architecture & Design in Barn Village

A thoughtfully designed new-build in Barn Village where architecture, views, and daily livability are fully aligned.

Aerial view of a mountain home surrounded by forest beneath snow-dusted peaks.

Permanent Access: Steamboat Homes Bordering Land That Can’t Be Developed

Properties where U.S. Forest Service boundaries and permanent conservation easements keep the land next door exactly as it is.

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Steamboat’s Newest Ski-In/Ski-Out Residences: Q&A with the Team Behind Northlight at Chutes Lane

Architect Brian Adams and builder Sarah Fox on designing two custom ski-in/ski-out residences with rooftop terraces at Steamboat Resort.

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Raising Animals in the Yampa Valley: Two Paths to Ranch Life

Two paths to keeping animals near Steamboat Springs: boarded care in a managed ranch community, or open acreage built for your own operation.

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The New Luxury Amenity: Low or No HOA

How a growing number of Steamboat buyers are trading mandatory dues and covenants for more control over cost and design.

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The Stockman, Auberge Collection Breaks Ground: What It Means for the Steamboat Market

Construction is underway at the base of Steamboat Resort. Here's what the milestone means for the market.

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Built for the Horizon: The Art of Engineering 33250 Ravenswood Lane

A conversation with owner Robert Dowski on engineering, entertaining, and building for long-term independence.

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Going Vertical: The Upside of Mountainside Architecture

How Steamboat's mountain topography inspires homes that gain privacy, light, and views with every floor

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ADUs in Steamboat Springs: Benefits, Rules, & Properties Available

Steamboat calls ADUs secondary units. Here's what that means for size, rentals, and where you can build one.

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Solar Power in Steamboat Homes: What Buyers Should Know

A local installer on what solar really looks like in Steamboat's high-altitude, high-snow market, and solar-powered properties available now

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Steamboat Homes with Rooftop Terraces and Standout Decks from $1M to $12M

From private rooftop terraces to expansive decks with sweeping mountain views, these Steamboat properties turn outdoor space into the main event.

Mountain town panorama with a church steeple in the foreground and ski runs on the distant mountain.

Powderline Construction Update & First Residences Released

Construction is progressing quickly at 2155 Resort Drive, with the first residences now available and more on the way.

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Winter Air Service to Steamboat Springs: Nonstop Flights to 18 Airports

Nonstop service grows again in 2026/27 as Steamboat's air access keeps pace with an evolving market

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Terrain at Walton Creek Construction & Sales Update: 6 Residences Remain

Two homes are under contract as construction progresses toward completion this winter

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Steamboat's Mountain Bike Guide: Where to Ride, Where to Live

From the resort's lift-served terrain to backcountry singletrack along the Elk River, a look at the trail systems shaping fall in Steamboat, and the homes positioned c… Read more

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Short-Term Rental Properties & The Upside for Steamboat Buyers

A look at current Green Zone listings, where nightly rentals are permitted, and what a recent tax law change adds to the equation.

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Open Land, Private Amenities, Ski Access: Inside Steamboat's Gated Ranch Communities

Four gated communities offer ranch ownership with resort amenities near the Steamboat Ski Area

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Designing 26575 Barn Owl Place: Q&A with Rumor Design's Valerie Stafford

Valerie Stafford on the multi-year process behind Barn Owl's interiors, and the room it still leaves for whoever owns it next.

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Steamboat Land: From Green Zone Homesites to Ranch Acreage For Sale

Ranch parcels, river frontage, and in-town lots ready to build.

Timber-and-stone mountain home with a covered patio and broad gabled windows at sunset.

Outdoor Dining, Steamboat Style: Homes Built for Alfresco Season

From a riverside outdoor kitchen to sunset-facing decks, these properties make dining unforgettable

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Steamboat Springs Real Estate Under $1 Million: Summer Listings Spotlight

A range of condominiums, in-town homes, and acreage across the Steamboat Springs area, all priced below the seven-figure mark.

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Bunk Up: Steamboat Homes Built for Big Groups and Long Summers

Eight Steamboat homes with bunk rooms designed to keep the whole family under one roof.

Modern townhomes with stone facades and attached garages along a landscaped hillside.

Terrain at Walton Creek: 8 New Construction Townhomes Steps from the Steamboat Ski Area from $1.875M

Construction is progressing quickly, and move-ins are scheduled for this winter.

Rustic mountain home on a green hillside, backed by forested peaks beneath a pink sunset sky.

Meadow House at Storm Mountain Ranch: Steamboat Springs as Few Will Ever Live It

Inside a 7,539-square-foot estate on 70 private acres, one of just 14 homesites at Storm Mountain Ranch, a gated ranch community built around shared amenities and acc… Read more

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Downtown Steamboat Springs

Old Town homes, riverfront residences, new construction, and commercial space — a current look at what's available in the center of Steamboat

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Beat the Heat: Dive into Steamboat Homes with Pool Access

A look at current listings offering pool access across Steamboat's resort and residential communities

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Neighborhood Spotlight: Steamboat’s Catamount Ranch & Club

Private Golf, a 530-Acre Lake, and Protected Open Space Six Miles from Downtown Steamboat

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Summer on the Mountain: Endless Adventure & The Homes Available Now

Move-In Ready Properties Near Steamboat Resort — Summer 2026

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Home Above the Elk River: Inside 26575 Barn Owl Place at Marabou Ranch

How architect Bill Rangitsch and builder Mark Arnold of New West Builders brought one of Marabou Ranch's most extraordinary homes to life

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Powderline Steamboat: A New Kind of Mountain Condominium, Coming Ski Season

Powderline brings a distinct kind of mountain ownership to Steamboat with 9 condominiums, private amenities, outdoor space, and Green Zone eligibility.

Mountain home beside a rocky creek, with snow-streaked ski runs in the distance.

Neighborhood Spotlight: Barn Village, Steamboat Springs

A look at what makes Barn Village one of Steamboat's most architecturally distinctive neighborhoods, with Fish Creek, open space, and homes built to last.

Modern homes on a curving road below green ski runs and a mountain ridge.

1872 Christie Drive: Q&A with the Team Behind Extraordinary $12.9M New Build at Steamboat’s Base

How a Houston builder with 30 years and 450 custom homes behind him brought a different kind of ambition to Steamboat Springs

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What It Takes to Garden in Steamboat Springs: Q&A with A Master Gardener

A Colorado State University Extension Master Gardener on native plants, short seasons, and what it means to cultivate a landscape at elevation.

Modern hillside home overlooking a green mountain neighborhood and ski slopes.

2408 Chutes Lane: A Turnkey Ski-In/Ski-Out, Five-Bedroom Home Built in 2024

This mountainside home offers immediate availability in one of Steamboat's scarcest property categories.

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