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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Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Homes: Real Estate Market Report For May 2009Here is the Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Real Estate Market report For May 2009
The Southwest Colorado Springs real estate market consists of Stratmoor Valley homes, Cheyenne Mountain homes, Skyway homes and Broadmoor homes and townhomes. ~ Search All Homes for Sale in Broadmoor ~ ~ Search All Homes for Sale in Skyway ~ S/W Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Homes for Sale
S/W Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Homes Sales Price Information
Read Also: 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Home Sales for May 2009 Days on Market for Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Homes
“Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. (”RSC”), for May 2009 . RSC does not guarantee or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by RSC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.” Popular Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Home Searches: Check Out: Top 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Neighborhoods for 1st Quarter of 2009
Thanks for reading our Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog! Posted on June 14th, 2009 by Mariana Wagner
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5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Home Sales for May 2009Here are the Top 5 most expensive Colorado Springs homes that sold in May 2009. These are all custom luxury homes built between 1938 and 2008. 1. 2466 Stratton Pines Point, Colorado Springs CO 80906 - Stratton Pines
Search All Homes for Sale in Stratton Pines, Stratton Reserve and Stratton Forest 2. 640 Paisley Drive, Colorado Springs CO 80906 - Broadmoor
Search All Homes for Sale in the Broadmoor Area Search All Homes for Sale in Colorado Springs Over $1 Million3. 1585 Old Stage Road, Colorado Springs CO 80906 - Broadmoor
Search All Homes for Sale in the Broadmoor Area 4. 13830 Tewksberry Court, Colorado Springs CO 80908 - Black Forest
Search All Homes for Sale in the Cathedral Pines, Black Forest 5. 4062 Hodgen Pond Court, Colorado Springs CO 80908 - Settler’s Ranch
Search All Homes for Sale in Settler’s Ranch Search All Homes for Sale in Colorado Springs Between $750k - $1MSearch All Homes for Sale in Colorado Springs Between $600k - $750kRead Also: Top 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Neighborhoods for 1st Quarter of 2009
Thanks for reading our Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog! Posted on June 2nd, 2009 by Mariana Wagner
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Top 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Neighborhoods for 1st Quarter of 2009According to the recent Colorado Springs Real Estate Journal article “Housing affordability surges to highest level in 18 years” (vol. 1 No. 18) the median household income is about $64,000 a year - which may afford that family a $250,000 home. Read More: Top 8 Affordable Colorado Springs Neighborhoods for 1st Quarter 2009 Although MOST neighborhoods in Colorado Springs are VERY affordable, there are 5 areas that cater to the more affluent home buyer. (Of course, some of these areas ALSO offer more affordable homes, but this data is based off of median list/sales price info.) Top 5 Most Expensive Colorado Springs Neighborhoods1. Black Forest Colorado Springs Homes: The heavily treed areas in northern Colorado Springs and in Academy School District 20. - Check out the Black Forest Colorado Springs real estate info and home searches
2. Northgate Colorado Springs and Flying Horse Homes: The northernmost part of Colorado Springs and in Academy School District 20 to include the Flying Horse real estate market. - Check out the Northgate and Flying Horse real estate info and home searches
3. Northwest Colorado Springs Homes: North of Garden of the Gods Road, South of the US Air Force Academy and west of I-25 and in Academy School District 20. - Check out the Northwest Colorado Springs Real Estate information and home searches
4. Briargate Homes: North of Woodmen Road, South of Old Ranch Road and east of I-25 and in Academy School District 20. - Check out the Briargate Real Estate information and home searches
5. Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Homes: Southwest part of town near the Broadmoor Hotel and Cheyenne Mountain and in Cheyenne Mountain School District 12. - Check out the Southwest Colorado Springs and Broadmoor Real Estate information and home searches
As you can see, even the MOST expensive Colorado Springs neighborhoods are still relatively affordable. Search ALL Homes For Sale in Colorado Springs“Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. (”RSC”), for the period January 1, 2009 through March 31, 2009. RSC does not guarantee or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by RSC may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.”
Thanks for reading our Colorado Springs Real Estate Blog! Posted on June 1st, 2009 by Mariana Wagner
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