Published January 24, 2026

Snow Sculptures, STR News & a Prime Breckenridge Condo | Ski Summit Show Ep. 144

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Written by Matthew Dayton

Matt Dayton wearing a blue jacket and hat, holding a chainsaw while carving an ice sculpture of two owls during the 2026 Snow Sculpture Championships, with snow falling in the background and episode text displayed.

Winter is in full swing here in Summit County, and this week’s episode of The Ski Summit Show highlights exactly why living in the mountains is so special. We kick things off with one of Breckenridge’s most iconic winter traditions—the International Snow Sculpture Championships—where artists from around the world transform massive blocks of snow into incredible works of art right in the heart of town.



From there, we dive into an important piece of Summit County real estate news: the opening of the short-term rental license waitlist. If you own—or are thinking about owning—a vacation property, this update matters. While getting on the waitlist doesn’t guarantee a license, it’s an encouraging step and something buyers and owners should be aware of as rental regulations continue to evolve.

We also take a quick look at the market, reviewing pending sales, new listings, and overall inventory trends. While things tend to slow seasonally this time of year, the market is holding steady, helped by improved interest rates and consistent demand.

To wrap things up, we feature this week’s Listing of the Week: a top-floor condo at 505 S Main Street, Unit 2403 in Breckenridge. Located in a resort zone with unlimited short-term rental potential, walk-to-ski access, and strong past rental performance, this one checks a lot of boxes—whether you’re investing or looking for a mountain getaway.

If you want to stay informed on what’s happening in Summit County real estate, be sure to check back each week for the latest updates.

See you in the mountains soon…

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