10 Reasons NOT To Move To Gypsum, CO
Are you thinking about moving to Gypsum, Colorado but haven't made up your mind yet? In this video, I'm going to talk about 10 reasons not to move to Gypsum. I'll explain the reasons why you're going to totally despise living in the mountains so you can be sure you make the right decision.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)While I might be kidding a bit, some things are a little bit annoying about living in the mountains in Gypsum. We did a little bit of research with our own friends, family, coworkers, past clients, and all sorts of people that have lived up here in the Vail Valley - mainly in the Gypsum area - to find out what they don't like about living here. The first thing we'll start with is the water.
#10: The Water
Colorado is a very, very dry place. We’re known for mountains and snow, but most people don’t realize that we’ve been seeing a lot of drought weather lately in the summertime. There have been fires, the rivers have been lowered, and the rafting hasn’t been all that great. One of the things that you’re going to realize is water is expensive out here.
So if you’re one of those people that likes to have a really fancy green yard, be mindful that you’re going to pay a pretty penny. It will likely be upwards of $400 to $500 or more a year for eight months’ use in the summertime if you like that lush grass. The other negative with the water is we have hard water that sometimes has a little funky taste to it.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)One of the things that you can do to clean up your water for drinking or dryness on your skin is to just install a water softener right where the water main comes in from the city. When you do, your water would be a lot softer, more palatable, and a little bit easier and softer on your skin - because this is one of the first things that you might hate about living in Gypsum.
#9: The Food
The number nine thing you might not like about Gypsum is the lack of food culture. Coming from Chicago, where I was born and raised, you’re not going to get any mind-blowing, award-winning cuisine here in Gypsum. But that’s quite all right.
You’re not going to have any Whole Foods or Trader Joe’s, and the opportunities for eating out in Gypsum are fairly lacking. Of course, there are some Mom and Pop Mexican joints that are tasty. One of the nice things about the lack of food options - as far as restaurants - is that maybe that’ll save you a little bit of money on your monthly bills. You won't be going out to eat all the time the way you would if you lived in a large city.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)Another thing that you want to be mindful of is that there are not a whole lot of food choices for city markets and grocery stores. There’s a local Costco, but you do have to be a little bit more resourceful when you decide to go out and get groceries. You'll want to make sure you plan out your grocery list.
#8: Trail And Slope Overcrowding
Coming in at number eight is trail and slope overcrowding. Although there’s going to be seasonal times where we have to share the road, slopes, and trails with our visitors, the locals have the town mostly for their own adventures eight months out of the year.
#7: Hunting
You’re definitely going to hate it here if you’re not into hunting. With so many deer and elk herds - as well as wild fowl - across the valley, hunting is a very popular pastime in and around Gypsum. It’s not a rare thing to see a hunting group with their kill strapped to their truck when you pull up next to them at the gas station.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)I actually saw this when I was getting gas the other day; two dudes had a huge elk in the back of their truck. One of the cool things is yes, they were using that as a trophy because they did have their tag filled, and it was a massive buck. But it also produces enough food for two families to eat meat half of the year.
#6: The Airport
The sixth thing that you might not like about Gypsum is the airport. Yes, there is a regional airport in Gypsum called the Eagle County Regional Airport. So if you don’t like planes coming in on a fairly regular basis, especially during ski season, Gypsum probably isn't for you.
You'll see planes coming through town here on the regular. Pretty much every 10 to 15 minutes, there’s a new plane landing. On the flip side, if you travel for work or you want to get out of town for a beach vacation, having an airport local is pretty nice.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)One of the other things to note about the airport is that it’s only busy during ski season and a couple of months during the summertime. Other than that, it’s not going to have the flight traffic that you would think of at an Atlanta, Denver, or Chicago O’Hare airport.
#5: Job Opportunities
Number five is the lack of job opportunities. While Gypsum has been the largest growing area in the valley over the last 10 years, the commercial and retail development is still in the planning phases. Jobs would most likely be remote or would involve commuting to Glenwood Springs, Aspen, or elsewhere in the Vail Valley.
#4: Community
Number four is the sense of community. If you’re kind of like a shut-in or you don’t like to talk to your neighbors, you’re definitely not going to like living here in the valley. When living in Gypsum in particular, people are ultra-friendly. You know your neighbors and feel safe and comfortable in town because it has that small-town feel.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)So if that’s not something that is of interest to you, you’re not going to like the community field that Gypsum has to offer. Like its neighbor, Eagle, Gypsum is a small town where people are friendly and care about and support one another. So if you’re used to the city and urban keep-to-yourself vibe, Gypsum may not be the place for you.
#3: Mother Nature
Coming in at number three is Mother Nature, the outdoor enthusiasm that you have up in the mountains of Colorado. If you’re a couch potato, Gypsum might not be the place for you. For 365 days a year, you can find something to do outside. If you’re an indoor person, there’s nothing wrong with that, but Gypsum might not be for you.
#2: Driving
Number two is highway driving. Gypsum is at the end of the Vail Valley, and I-70 is one of the major interstates in the state of Colorado that goes right through the mountains. So if you do commute but don’t like highway driving, Gypsum might not be the place for you.
Verify your mortgage eligibility (Apr 26th, 2024)Keep in mind, planning ahead is a necessity when going to and from Gypsum and the Valley. Nothing is actually five minutes away, and you always have to consider potential highway or road closures year-round. Most of the driving you do and leaving town will consist of Highway 6 or I-70. The local roads consist of many roundabouts and a few streetlights.
#1: Festivals
Coming in at number one - and this one is kind of funny - if you don’t like festival-type activities, Gypsum might not be the place for you. You can find rodeos in the summertime and outdoor festivals like Gypsum Days. This event draws a huge crowd with a variety of food, activities, and live music. You can also find all sorts of different farmer’s markets in the summertime.
In the winter, we have two world-class ski resorts right up the road: Beaver Creek and Vail. There’s always something to do. But if you’re not into getting out enjoying yourself, Gypsum isn’t going to be the place that you’re going to want to settle.
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