Elite 25

10/29/2026

For Laura Kaan, real estate has always been about one thing: helping people.

With more than 16 years of real estate experience, Laura has built a reputation as a dedicated, knowledgeable and compassionate professional. For the past 13 years, she has ranked among the top 1% of more than 5,000 Colorado Springs REALTORS® in total residential sales volume.

Her background as a high school teacher and customer relations professional helped shape the communication, people and negotiation skills she brings to every transaction. But just as important is Laura’s ability to listen, understand her clients’ individual needs and guide them with both expertise and genuine care.

We’re proud to have Laura Kaan among the distinguished luxury real estate professionals of Elite 25 of Colorado Springs.

📞 719-200-4044
📧 [email protected]

10/29/2026

FEATURED LUXURY LISTING | UNIVERSITY PARK

Mountain views take center stage in this exceptional University Park home. From snow-capped Pikes Peak to Cheyenne Mountain and the Sangre de Cristo Range, the scenery stretches for miles, with dedicated open space creating an incredible backdrop right outside your door.

Designed for effortless main-level living and entertaining, the home features a gourmet kitchen, inviting great room with fireplace, spacious home office, and a main-level primary suite with private deck access. Imagine starting your mornings with coffee and mountain views, then ending the day watching the sunset from the covered deck.

Downstairs, flexible living and entertaining spaces include a game or media room, wet bar, additional bedrooms, and a large workout room with the potential to become another bedroom. Outside, a private hot tub offers yet another place to relax and take in the Colorado setting.

An oversized three-car garage, abundant storage, nearby trails and parks, plus convenient access to shopping, dining, and UCCS complete this impressive Colorado Springs property.

✨ Featured by Elite 25 of Colorado Springs
Interested in a private showing? Contact JoAnn Gadkowski:
📞 719-339-8909
📧 [email protected]

10/27/2026

For Holly Quinn, luxury real estate is about more than finding the right property or negotiating the right deal. It’s about providing knowledgeable, attentive guidance that gives her clients confidence from beginning to end.

That kind of service is exactly what makes Holly an Elite 25 luxury real estate professional.

10/26/2026

What does it mean to work with an Elite 25 real estate professional?

Elite 25 of Colorado Springs brings together a select group of top-producing REALTORS® who represent the top 1% of their industry in the Colorado Springs area.

It’s a distinction built on proven performance, market knowledge and a track record of success — and a network designed to connect exceptional real estate professionals within the luxury home market.

When buying or selling a luxury property, experience matters. So does having the right connections, the right expertise and a professional who understands what it takes to navigate a high-level transaction.

That’s the difference behind Elite 25.

10/26/2026

Meet Elite 25 featured luxury agents Mike & Missy MacGuire of The MacGuire Team!

With nearly 50 years of combined experience in the Colorado Springs real estate market, Mike and Missy bring an incredible depth of knowledge, professionalism and personal care to every client they serve.

As Broker and Owner of The Platinum Group, Realtors®, Mike’s extensive market expertise and passion for helping clients make a seamless transition into their next home have been cornerstones of his success. His approach combines personal attention with the support of an experienced team, ensuring his clients feel confident throughout every step of their move.

Missy brings an equally impressive perspective to the team. Before becoming a licensed Broker, she served as a cardiac ICU nurse and clinical nurse manager — experience that shaped her ability to listen carefully, communicate clearly, manage complex situations and pay close attention to every detail.

Together, Mike and Missy offer the experience, dedication and personalized service their clients deserve when navigating the Colorado Springs real estate market.

We’re proud to have The MacGuire Team among the exceptional luxury real estate professionals of Elite 25 of Colorado Springs!

10/24/2026

10/23/2026

Majestic Pikes Peak views, more than 7,000 square feet of custom living space and 2.6 beautifully landscaped acres create an extraordinary setting in sought-after Higby Estates.

From the grand foyer with soaring 24-foot ceilings and a curved staircase to the expansive great room framed by a wall of windows, this Monument residence was designed to make an impression.

Throughout the home, rich architectural details include hardwood floors, cherry built-ins, limestone fireplaces and spaces filled with natural light and forest views.

The gourmet kitchen features cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, a Wolf gas cooktop, French-door oven, w**e fridge and commercial refrigerator, while five ensuite bedrooms provide exceptional privacy and space.

The primary suite is a retreat of its own with sweeping Pikes Peak and forest views, a sitting area, double-sided fireplace, dual walk-in closets, attached wellness room and luxurious 5-piece bath with heated floors.

Downstairs, the walk-out lower level is made for entertaining with a family room, game room, beautiful wood bar, w**e cellar and private theater. Step outside to enjoy the hot tub and stone gas fire pit surrounded by towering ponderosa pines, aspens and mature blue spruce.

Located in Monument with access to D38 schools and convenient connections to I-25, Colorado Springs and Denver, this is Colorado luxury living on a grand scale.

Schedule a private showing with Michael Turner:
📞 (719) 434-0199
📧 [email protected]

10/22/2026

Meet Elite 25 Featured Agent Peter Olson ✨

A Colorado Springs resident since 1993 and REALTOR® since 2002, Peter has built his business almost entirely through personal referrals and word of mouth, a reflection of the trust and lasting relationships he develops with his clients.

With a background in software engineering, Peter brings an analytical approach to real estate, using market trends, neighborhood statistics and research to help his clients make informed decisions based on the full picture. His experience also extends beyond the transaction, with firsthand knowledge of home renovations and a network of trusted local resources.

Peter is a 9-time recipient of ERA’s Leaders Circle Award, was ranked among the top 100 ERA agents nationwide by sales volume in 2021, and has been a member of the Colorado Springs Elite 25 since 2021.

For Peter, real estate is personal. His reputation and relationships come before any single transaction, and his clients work directly with him from start to finish.

When he’s not helping clients, you’ll find Peter enjoying the Colorado lifestyle through hiking, mountain biking, skiing, cycling and golf, or pursuing his passions for photography, travel and music.

📞 (719) 332-0034
📧 [email protected]

10/21/2026

When buying a luxury home, look beyond the finishes.

A stunning kitchen, designer fixtures and beautiful finishes may catch your eye, but some of the most valuable features of a home are the ones you can’t easily change.

Consider the location, lot, privacy, views, architectural quality and long-term resale potential. These are the details that can make an exceptional property truly stand apart.

After all, you can renovate a kitchen. You can’t recreate the lot it sits on.

When you’re making a luxury investment, having an experienced real estate professional by your side can help you evaluate the full picture and find a home that delivers both today and for years to come.

10/21/2026

Architectural character, exceptional craftsmanship and sweeping views of Pikes Peak and the Air Force Academy come together in this custom Alliance Homes residence in Stone Crossing.

From the moment you step inside, thoughtful details set this home apart. Brick arches, knotty alder accents, wide-plank wood floors and soaring ceilings create warmth and scale, while the great room makes a statement with an 11-foot beamed ceiling and floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace.

The gourmet kitchen is designed to be as beautiful as it is functional, featuring ceiling-height Schroll cabinetry, granite countertops, a butcher-block island, dual sinks, two walk-in pantries, double ovens and a gas cooktop. A light-filled garden room, formal dining space, private study and beautifully designed mudroom add even more versatility to the main level.

Upstairs, the primary suite pairs incredible mountain views with a spa-inspired bath and custom-organized walk-in closet. The garden-level basement offers even more room to gather with 9-foot ceilings, a spacious recreation room, two additional bedrooms and generous storage.

Outside, Colorado evenings are made for the patio with a remote sunshade, gas grill connection and fire pit. An oversized finished 3-car garage, workshop, integrated shed and circular drive complete the property, with a new Class IV roof coming soon.

All of this just minutes from neighborhood ponds, La Foret trails, Mary Kyer Park, District 20 schools, USAFA, Northgate and InterQuest.

Ready to experience this exceptional Stone Crossing home in person?

Contact Laura Kaan:
📞 (719) 200-4044
📧 [email protected]