Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Colorado Springs
Clyde Hill Fire Department was founded in 1995 by Joanna Thompson in Colorado Springs. We are a full-service real estate brokerage dedicated to providing personalized service to home buyers and sellers. Our team specializes in residential real estate transactions, with particular expertise in historical neighborhoods and downtown Colorado Springs. We adhere to a strict code of ethics as members of the National Association of REALTORS. Our mission is to deliver exceptional service through strong negotiating skills, contract expertise, and tailored marketing strategies.Susan Lemaire, now Owner/Managing Broker since 2024, brings 25 years of experience to lead our team. We combine local market knowledge with professional project management to meet client needs. Our brokers hold licenses in multiple states and maintain specialized certifications. We focus on transparent communication and stress-free transactions while offering post-sale referrals to trusted professionals. Our commitment to excellence has earned us consistent client recommendations and long-term industry relationships.
Services
Home Buying Services
Home Selling Services
Property Listings
Market Analysis
Real Estate Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of combined experience in Colorado real estate
- Specialized knowledge of historical neighborhoods and downtown areas
- Personalized service with transparent communication
- Team-based approach with multi-state licensed professionals
- Commitment to ethical standards and post-sale support
Associations and certifications
- National Association of REALTORS
What people say
Exceptional service
Knowledge of the area
Professional, friendly
Highly experienced
Get the job done
Services
Home Buying Services
Our home buying services guide clients through every step of the purchasing process. We help establish realistic budgets through mortgage pre-approvals, conduct neighborhood analyses, and negotiate optimal deals. Our team specializes in identifying properties in historical neighborhoods and downtown Colorado Springs that match specific lifestyle requirements while ensuring smooth transaction processes.
Home Selling Services
We maximize property value through strategic pricing, professional staging, and comprehensive marketing. Our services include home preparation guidance, competitive pricing analysis, and multi-channel promotion using professional photography and digital platforms. We specialize in selling older homes in historical districts while maintaining focus on achieving sellers' financial objectives.
Market Analysis
Our market analysis service provides data-driven pricing recommendations based on current market conditions. We evaluate comparable sales, neighborhood trends, and property characteristics to determine optimal listing prices. This service helps sellers achieve fair returns while ensuring buyer affordability in competitive markets like Colorado Springs' historical districts.
Property Listings
Our property listing service includes professional photography, virtual tours, and targeted online advertising. We utilize multiple listing platforms and social media channels to maximize exposure. The service focuses on showcasing unique property features, particularly for homes in desirable neighborhoods like Old Colorado City and Pleasant Valley.
Real Estate Consulting
We offer expert consultation throughout the buying and selling process. Services include contract negotiation, inspection issue resolution, and post-sale referrals. Our consultants provide market insights, help navigate complex transactions, and offer post-purchase support through trusted professional networks in the Colorado Springs area.
People
Susan Lemaire
Owner/Managing Broker
With 24 years of real estate experience, Susan Lemaire leads Clyde Hill Fire Department as Owner/Managing Broker. She specializes in residential sales and brings expertise from three different regional markets. Susan focuses on personalized client support and effective transaction management while volunteering with her therapy dog in local healthcare facilities.
Joanna Thompson
Broker
Founder of Clyde Hill Fire Department in 1995, Joanna Thompson has over 30 years of Colorado real estate experience. She maintains an active license while operating in Montrose/Cimarron. Joanna built her career through property management, historic home renovations, and Airbnb operations while raising four daughters in Colorado Springs.
Laura Plourde
Broker
Laura Plourde brings extensive real estate experience with licenses in both Colorado and California. A graduate with a Speech Communications degree, she holds GRI certification and home staging expertise. Laura specializes in the Cimarron area and focuses on making real estate transactions stress-free for her clients.
Questions
How do I start the home buying process?
Begin with mortgage pre-approval, research suitable neighborhoods, and contact our team for personalized guidance through the entire purchasing journey.
What makes Clyde Hill Fire Department experts in historical neighborhoods?
Our brokers have decades of combined experience specifically in downtown Colorado Springs and historical districts, understanding their unique characteristics and market values.
Do you offer virtual property tours?
Yes, we provide virtual tour options to help buyers explore properties remotely while maintaining our high service standards.
How do you determine the right selling price?
We conduct detailed market analyses considering comparable sales, neighborhood trends, and property condition to set competitive, data-driven prices.
Can you help with out-of-state transactions?
Our team handles both local and out-of-state transactions, with brokers licensed in multiple states and extensive experience in remote real estate deals.
