When Was Colorado Springs Founded? [TRIVIA]The Colorado Springs Real Estate Connection sends out a monthly newsletter “Springs Realty Scoop” to our friends, family and past clients. In each newsletter we have a trivia question, where the winner can win $20 in free Starbucks or have $20 donated in their name to CAMP - Chris A. Matthews Project. Read More: The Colorado Springs Real Estate Connection and CAMP Well, in this past issue, we asked: “When was Colorado Springs founded?” Our first reply (and winner) was Kim Matthews (who, incidentally, is the brains and brawn behind CAMP). Her reply was so awesome, I decided to share it here:
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Thanks for reading our Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog! Posted on July 1st, 2009 by Mariana Wagner
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Top 6 Neighborhoods Near Fort CarsonAre you relocating to Colorado Springs because of a PCS to Fort Carson? We work with many military families and understand that there is A LOT to do in a LITTLE time, when it comes to moving. If you are looking to buy a home near Fort Carson when you get here … Well, you have even MORE on your plate! One of the questions we hear often, when folks are looking to buy a home near Fort Carson is: What homes and neighborhoods are near Fort Carson?Here is a map of the neighborhoods surrounding Fort Carson, and a little bit about the homes for sale near Fort Carson.
Fountain ValleyThe Fountain CO real estate market and neighborhoods are located to the immediate east of Fort Carson. Fountain area homes are in both brand new neighborhoods as well as in more mature communities. The average home for sale in Fountain CO was $162,000 in May of 2009, and currently there are over 400 homes for sale to choose from. Read More: Fort Carson and Fountain CO Homes: Real Estate Market Report For May 2009 Popular Fountain Home Searches:
Security and WidefieldThe Security and Widefield neighborhoods are found to the northeast of Fort Carson. Widefield and Security are “technically” in Colorado Springs, but not within city limits. Homes in these areas were built in the from the 1950’s and you can still find new homes being built in these areas today! Homes come in all sizes and have anywhere from 2-5 bedrooms. There are currently 166 homes for sale in Security and Widefield, priced from $46,900 - $525,000 with an median asking price of $159,900. Homes that have sold since April 2009 sell fro an average of about $140k. Popular Security and Widefield Home Searches:
Southeast Colorado SpringsSoutheast Colorado Springs is home to some of the more affordable 2-3 bedroom homes in the area, with the average sale price in May 2009 of $119,355. Southeast Colorado Springs has several mature neighborhoods AND several newer neighborhoods. Read Also: Top 8 Affordable Colorado Springs Neighborhoods for 1st Quarter 2009 Popular Southeast Colorado Springs Home Searches:
Stratton Meadows, Stratmoor Hills and Stratmoor ValleyStratmoor Hills and Stratmoor Valley are located in S/W Colorado Springs. Stratton Meadows is located immediately north of Fort Carson, off of Hwy 115. Although most of these homes were built in the late 1960’s and 1970’s, there are a few pockets of newer homes in these areas. The average home for sale in these areas are about 3-4 bedrooms and sell for about $135,000. Currently there are 19 homes for sale in these neighborhoods.
Broadmoor and S/W Colorado SpringsThe Broadmoor area is located in S/W Colorado Springs and to the northwest of Fort Carson. The Broadmoor is home to some of the most expensive homes in Colorado Springs. Read More: 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Home Sales for May 2009. The average sales price in the Broadmoor area is about $350k, but homes can get into the millions. Read More: About the Broadmoor Real Estate Market Popular Broadmoor Area Home Searches:
Rock Creek and Turkey CanonRock Creek is the area to the immediate west of Fort Carson (across Hwy 115) and home to the Turkey Canon neighborhoods - nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Homes in these areas are fully custom homes on acreage. There are currently 10 homes for sale in Turkey Canon and surrounding areas and they average at about half a million dollars sale price. _____________________________________________________________________ Using USAA for your insurance and considering using them for your loan and real estate agent? USAA is a fabulous company, that offers awesome amenities and benefits for its members. However … YOU HAVE A CHOICE when it comes to your loan and your agent! The Wagner iTeam and the lenders that we work with have consistently gotten BETTER INTEREST RATES and BETTER HOME DEALS for their military home buyers. … and yes, we even have a cash back Military special, too. Call us for more details: 719.434.7525 _____________________________________________________________________
Thanks for reading our Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog! Posted on June 29th, 2009 by Mariana Wagner
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Wolf Ranch Homes for Sale and Real Estate Information for Jan-Jun 2009The Wolf Ranch Real Estate market is located in the N/E part of Colorado Springs. It is a new home, master planned development in Academy School District 20. There are both single family homes and town homes as well as resale and new homes that can be found in Wolf Ranch. Wolf Ranch Neighborhood Reports:
Here is a look at the Wolf Ranch housing market for January - June of 2009. Active Wolf Ranch Homes for Sale*Single Family Homes
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Pending Homes Sales in Wolf Ranch*Single Family Homes
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Sold Homes in Wolf RanchSingle Family Homes
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Cordera Homes for Sale and Real Estate Information for Jan-Jun 2009The Cordera Real Estate market is located in the N/E part of Colorado Springs. It is a new home, master planned development in Academy School District 20.
Cordera Neighborhood Highlights
Here is a look at the Cordera housing market for January - June of 2009. Active Cordera Homes for Sale*
Pending Homes Sales in Cordera*
Sold Homes in Cordera
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Old Colorado City and Westside Colorado Springs Homes: Real Estate Market Report for May 2009Here is the Old Colorado City and Westside Colorado Springs Real Estate Market report for May 2009 |
