West

About

While the wealthy mine owners settled in their palatial estates higher up in the hills, the miners and railroad workers flocked to West Colorado Springs. This area is proud of its blue-collar origins and has remained true to its eclectic roots. Here, you would have found the saloons and shops that were the life-blood of the old gold rush towns. Some of those pieces of history have been preserved and celebrated in Old Colorado City, which today is a large tourist draw. West is very convenient to Central Colorado City, the “downtown” area, and also near to natural wonders like Garden of the Gods and Manitou Springs. If you are looking for homes on an incline, proximity to epic trail heads and the classic Colorado lifestyle, this is your place.

Neighbors

The inhabitants of West Colorado Springs are as eclectic as the homes. Young couples and singles abound because of the proximity of Central’s shopping and night-life. Diverse, young, hip and trendy are all descriptors used to describe the area’s residents.

Neighborhood Feel

Rich in history and character, West has something for everyone. You can find elegant victorians, quaint arts and crafts bungalows from the 20’s-30’s, mid-century ranchers as well as high-end new builds. Nearby quaint shopping and restaurants sprinkle life here with its own local flavor.

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Neighborhood Location

Commute
Fort Carson – Gate 3
Peterson AFB – West Gate
USAFA – South Gate
Schriever AFB – North Gate
Drive Time to Gate
20 to 40* minutes
25 to 45* minutes
17 to 30* minutes
30 to 40* minutes
By Transit
Bus #10 to PPCC – 20 minutes
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Bus #39 – 20 minutes
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Neighborhood Info

West - Fort Carson & US Air Force Academy, CO - gomillie.com

Points of Interest

Garden of the Gods

The Cog Railway

Manitou Springs

Old Colorado City

Rock Ledge Ranch

Glen Eyrie Castle

Seven Falls

Old Colorado Springs

The Incline

Big Plus

Heritage and history abound.

Parks, historic sites, tourist attractions, and natural landmarks are all nearby.

Mellow vibes and quintessential Colorado culture and landscape.

Things to Consider

West has a very young, hipster feel and some areas may not be as equipped for families as some other communities, so do your homework.

Because of recent devastating wildfires, there is a lot of new construction mixed in with the old.   

The homes are fairly affordable for families, but families with children living in the area often attempt to opt into districts with higher performing schools. It is possible to “choice” into other districts, but not guaranteed, or even likely in some cases.

A nearby neighbor to the west, Manitou Springs, has a high water table and 11 springs. Because of this, flooding is an ever present concern and occurs often. Be aware of flood zones and prepare accordingly if you buy/rent near the springs.

How’s the Market?

The median home value is $239,700 according to the Zillow Home Value Index.

Home Values are forecasted to increase by 3.2% in the coming year.

According to Zillow’s Rental Index, the median rental rate for single-family homes in Southwest is $1,375.

School Scoop

In Colorado Springs, you can choice into a different school in the district or in another district, space allowing, during Choice Open Enrollment. The only way to guarantee admission to a school in your district is by residing within the district boundaries.

West Colorado Springs contains 7 schools. One of the highest rated schools is Colorado Springs Early Colleges, with a rating of 8 according to GreatSchools.org. The public schools in West Colorado Springs are in Colorado Springs School District 11.

Highlighted Areas

Old Colorado City

Pleasant Valley

Mesa Heights

Gold Hill Mesa

Crown Hill Mesa

The Retreat at Cheyenne Mountain