Matthew Starr - Astralis Real Estate

06/02/2026

MOVE-IN READY. ENDLESS WEEKEND ADVENTURES.

Welcome to 624 Bristlecone Way in Silt, Colorado.

Imagine finishing work on Friday and spending the weekend fishing the Colorado River, exploring nearby trails, camping in the Flat Tops, or simply enjoying everything Western Colorado has to offer.

Then coming home to a beautifully maintained ranch-style residence featuring:

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
1,661 SF
Attached 2-Car Garage
Spacious Corner Lot
Fully Fenced Backyard
New Kitchen Appliances (2025)
New Water Heater (2026)

Located in the desirable Spruce Meadows neighborhood, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect balance of small-town living, modern convenience, and outdoor adventure.

$579,990

Call (970)970-SOLD, and let’s schedule your showing!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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05/30/2026

Private property rights do not protect themselves.

Across Colorado and across the country, REALTORS® are hard at work at the local, state, and national levels advocating for property owners, supporting strong communities, and helping preserve the rights that make real estate ownership meaningful.

That work happens in meetings, in policy discussions, in government affairs conversations, and in the ongoing professional commitment to serve both our clients and the public.

I am proud to be part of that work, and I bring that same commitment to the clients I serve through Astralis Real Estate.

Leadership. Advocacy. Service.

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]
(970) 970-SOLD

Matthew Starr is the Owner and Managing Broker of Astralis Real Estate, providing trusted commercial and residential brokerage services across Western Colorado.

05/25/2026

Home means freedom. Freedom comes at a cost.

Today, we honor the courageous service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation and for the generations that follow.

Their legacy will never be forgotten.

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
(970)970-SOLD
[email protected]

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05/02/2026

This week, I had the opportunity to represent the Glenwood Association of REALTORS® in Colorado Springs at the 2026 Colorado Connections meetings as its Chair and a Director for the Colorado Association of REALTORS®.

These meetings are about far more than attendance. They are where statewide leadership, advocacy, legal updates, professional standards, and market realities come together in ways that directly affect our members and the clients we serve.

The conversations this spring centered on issues that matter in every Colorado market: housing supply, affordability, property rights, insurance pressures, regulatory clarity, fair housing, and the legal and risk-management challenges REALTORS® must stay ahead of in a changing market.

CAR has also been actively engaged this session on legislation tied to housing opportunity, property taxation, real estate regulation, consumer protections, and emerging AI policy. Statewide market data continues to show a more balanced, negotiation-driven environment, making strong advocacy, sound information, and professional leadership more important than ever.

Serving in this role allows me to bring the perspective of our local membership into those broader conversations while bringing back insight that helps our members stay informed, protected, and better positioned to serve buyers and sellers here at home.

I’m proud to represent our Association and our Mountain District in these statewide discussions.

Matt Starr
CAR Director | Chair, Glenwood Springs Association of REALTORS
Owner/Managing Broker, Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]
(970)970-SOLD

04/23/2026

New listing! | $291,000 | 138 Hallett Street in Parachute, Colorado

In-town convenience meets Western Colorado adventure!

This 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,296 square foot ranch-style home sits on the southeast corner of Hallett Street and 2nd Street, directly across from the Grand Valley Center for Family Learning.

Its central setting makes daily living simple while also serving as an excellent home base for enjoying the Colorado River corridor and the many hiking, fishing, rafting, hunting, and outdoor recreation opportunities found throughout Western Colorado.

A cozy wood-burning fireplace, straightforward floor plan, storage shed, and town-provided irrigation water add to the home’s appeal.

Call (970)970-SOLD, and let’s schedule your showing!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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04/19/2026

I served as a resource for a recent Post-Independent article on the economy, mortgage rates, spring inventory, and buyer behavior across the Western Slope.

In today’s market, financed buyers are watching monthly payments closely, sellers need to price carefully, and strategy matters more than ever. I appreciate the opportunity to provide insight on how rising mortgage rates continue to influence real estate decisions throughout our region.

When you have a chance, take a look at Andrea Teres-Martinez’s article below.

https://www.postindependent.com/news/coloado-spring-housing-market-mountain-town-listings/

And, let’s talk strategy.

Call (970)970-SOLD!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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Still recovering from a lackluster winter for snowfall and tourism, home listings across ski town housing markets are off to a slow start during one of the year’s most critical selling seasons. Spring is notorious...

03/27/2026

The market has shifted… do you have a plan?

Today’s buyers are more selective.

Presentation matters more than ever, and negotiation can make or break a deal.

The advantage right now isn’t luck.

If you’re considering a move, the first step isn’t timing the market.

It’s understanding how to position yourself within it.

Let’s talk strategy.

Call (970)970-SOLD!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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03/07/2026

Success isn't accidental. It results from...

Timing, Presentation, Pricing and Negotiation.

Let's talk strategy.

Call (970)970-SOLD!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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02/21/2026

Closed. Both sides. Strategy matters.

When preparation meets opportunity, deals get done.

If you’re considering your next move, let’s talk.

Call (970)970-SOLD!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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02/14/2026

The Western Slope market has shifted. That’s not bad news. It just means the playbook changed.

Buyers have more options and more leverage.

Sellers who price and prepare correctly are still winning.

In this environment, results aren’t accidental. They’re strategic.

If you’re thinking about making a move in 2026, the advantage won’t come from timing the headlines.

It will come from positioning.

Let’s talk strategy.

Call (970)970-SOLD!

Matt Starr
Owner/Managing Broker
Astralis Real Estate
[email protected]

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