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Lock-and-leave homes.

Condos, townhomes and villas where the HOA handles the exterior, the yard and the snow.

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The short answer

A lock-and-leave home puts the exterior, the landscaping and the snow removal on the HOA. Read the HOA budget to see exactly what the dues cover.

Where are they?

  • Cherry Creek North condos, Denver. Full-service buildings next to the shops.
  • Trailside on Harmony, Timnath. Paired homes at Harmony Club.
  • Heron Lakes villas, Berthoud. Maintenance-free villas.
  • Anthem Ranch, Broomfield. Age-restricted 55+ community.

What buyers ask.

  • What is a lock-and-leave home? A home where the HOA handles the outside, so you can travel.
  • Condo, townhome or villa? Condo: you own the unit. Townhome and villa: you own the unit, and the deed shows whether you own the land under it.
  • What do the dues cover? The HOA budget lists it: exterior, roof, landscaping, snow, insurance.
  • Can I rent it while I travel? The HOA and the city set the rental rules. Read both.

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Quick answers

Questions, answered.

What is a lock-and-leave home?

A home where the HOA handles the outside, so you can travel.

Condo, townhome or villa?

Condo: you own the unit. Townhome and villa: you own the unit, and the deed shows whether you own the land under it.

What do the dues cover?

The HOA budget lists it: exterior, roof, landscaping, snow, insurance.

Can I rent it while I travel?

The HOA and the city set the rental rules. Read both.

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