Alexandra Schwan Reprint

BOULDER COUNTY

PROOF Alexandra Schwan

MOUNTAINS, MUSIC, & MAKING MOVES:

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ALEXANDRA SCHWAN CARVED HER OWN PATH

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ith skiing, mountains, and music in mind, Alexandra Schwan made her way to Colorado in 2009 to start a new adventure in life.

“I knew I needed to get out and spread my wings, so at 19, I packed a few bags into a Honda Civic and hit the road to head west to Colorado.”

This Pennsylvania native knew immediately that Colorado was her new home upon arrival and started to put down roots in the Front Range’s Peak to Peak region right away.

Born in Pittsburgh but raised on a small hobby farm on the outskirts of Hershey/ Harrisburg, she grew up surrounded by countryside charm, classic rock, and the

soul-stirring sounds of the ’60s and ‘70s. “My parents are total music heads, especially my Mom. I grew up on everything from psychedelic rock to Bluegrass and lots of classical music.”

That music is still home in her heart.

It’s no surprise that music, other than the great outdoors, was one of the biggest magnets pulling her westward. A passionate vocalist and former full-time musician, Alexandra has been immersed in Colorado’s vibrant music scene for over 15 years. She’s had surreal opportunities along the way, including a few performances at Red Rocks.

Currently, she spends some of her free time enjoying

being the frontwoman in a classic rock cover band called Rolling Harvest, covering some of her favorite Bob Dylan and Neil Young tunes with a group of talented musician friends.

“What better time to dive headfirst into something new than during a global pandemic?” She laughs. She earned her license in early 2021 and hit the ground running.

From Property Management to Residential Real Estate

Real estate turned out to be a wonderful fit. “I love the challenge and the connection I am able to build with my clients.” She says. “This business pushes you to rise to the occasion, problem-solve quickly and efficiently, and build confidence in yourself. Some of my clients have become awesome friends after I’ve helped them sell or buy, and that is the coolest part of it all. You’re also constantly learning new things every day in this business, and

While music has been a creative outlet, real estate naturally became her professional calling.

Alexandra entered the business after building a successful short-term rental property management company, an endeavor that grew out of her housekeeping business eight years ago, which she still operates today.

But when COVID hit, she took a leap of faith.

there is an endless wealth of knowledge to build your skillsets within it.”

After starting her career at RE/MAX Alliance Golden, followed by two years with Distinct Real Estate (which were both foundational to her current success), Alexandra recently transitioned to Indian Peaks Real Estate, a brokerage that is hyper-local to her beloved Nederland community, just west of Boulder. She’s lived there for nearly 16 years now and knows the area like the back of her hand, from the scenic Continental Divide views to the quirky small town events and the general charm of the unique little Mountain town she’s proud to call home.

“It’s a wonderful shift to stay more local and dig deeper into the community that I love so much. There’s also something really special about working close to home – and giving back.”

Giving back is something that Alexandra takes seriously.

With every commission check, she donates 3% to local non-profits, like Nederland Area Seniors, Canyon Cares, Peak to Peak Music Education Association, and more. She also enjoys volunteering locally for events like the community Thanksgiving potluck and with Nederland Area Seniors, which coordinates events for the town’s elderly residents.

“It’s awesome to connect with locals whom I may not otherwise meet.” She says. Giving back is so fulfilling for this dedicated real estate agent.

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Rooted & Rising Now 35, Alexandra is exactly where she’s meant to be: rooted, resilient and rising. Her move to Colorado all those years ago wasn’t just a geographical shift; it was a bold declaration of independence. “I’ve supported myself from the start & always been into doing my own problem solving.” She reflects. “My parents were a little apprehensive of my move to Colorado at first, but now I think they couldn’t be more proud of me.”

As the only daughter with two brothers, Alexandra credits her close-knit, fun-loving Pennsylvania family with instilling the great strength and independence that’s shaped her success. “They’ve always trusted that I make good decisions for myself, and that trust has helped me build a wonderful and beautiful life on my own terms.”

Blazing Her Own Trail When she’s not working with clients or serving her community, Alexandra is likely outside hiking, traveling the world when she can, working on home projects, or creating custom leather goods. A lifelong seamstress, she makes everything from handbags to gemstone jewelry, and loves to sell her handmade art pieces at local boutiques and art markets around the holiday season.

She recently purchased her first home— solo. “It was a dream that I kept manifesting and it feels amazing to have made it a reality!” Now she is working on her early 1900s mountain house. “It’s got great bones, but yeah, it’s going to get a nice makeover,” she chuckles. “I like to say that I just purchased my first investment property, because, well, I did! It’s definitely a feel-good stepping stone in my life,” she states happily.

With her strong blend of creativity, grit, and heartfelt connection, Alexandra Schwan isn’t just a REALTOR® on the Move; she’s a woman making moves with purpose. “Real estate has and continues to open doors for me in very positive ways, and I can’t wait to see how far it can take me. If there’s one thing I could change about my career, I wish I had started in my 20s! But I am grateful for where I currently am. I look forward to diving deeper into this field and continuing to help others make positive moves in real estate. It’s something I truly believe in.”

Alexandra Schwan Realtor, Broker Associate Indian Peaks Real Estate Services INC. 717.395.5281 aschwanrealtor@gmail.com www.IndianPeaksRE.com