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$466,622
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4
Baths
1915
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10450
Acres
1204 White Stone Way, Fountain, CO 80817
MLS#: 4576277
Most Colorado Springs suburbs feel like the rest of the city, just pushed outward towards the east. Fountain has its own thing going on. Drag racing weekends pull crowds at Pikes Peak International Raceway. Fort Carson artillery rumbles through some training nights. The stars come out clearly here because light pollution thins out south of the city.
That mix is what living in Fountain, CO, looks like in real life. If you're PCSing to Colorado Springs, you'll want to know all of this info. Here's a video we made covering the topics below, if you'd rather watch than read.
Fountain, CO Video Tour
We help buyers find homes in Fountain every month. We hear every honest question along the way when our buyers are PSCing here. If questions come up while reading, call our team at 719-426-1500. We're real people who answer every time.
1. Pikes Peak International Raceway and Fountain's Real Identity
Many towns just have a coffee shop or a park as their landmark. Fountain has a full racetrack. Pikes Peak International Raceway has been part of the local identity since the 1990s. The track is located a few miles east of town and draws crowds year-round.
The racetrack matters for more than the entertainment. It shapes the kind of buyer who picks Fountain. People who want the manicured suburbs often look further north. People who like a town with a working personality and an actual hobby scene end up here.
Visit Pikes Peak International Raceway to get a sense of the culture of Fountain, CO. It's a special place to have fun and connect with the community.
2. The Military Town That Knows How to Welcome Newcomers
Fountain's biggest economic driver is the military, and you can see that influence everywhere. Fort Carson is the largest employer in town, and Gate 20 is about 10 minutes from most Fountain neighborhoods. That access matters because morning traffic can stack up quickly, and 10 minutes a day add up over time.
Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases are both within a reasonable drive, though they sit further north and east. Many buyers PCSing to the area compare all three bases when picking a neighborhood, and Fountain wins on Fort Carson access by a wide margin.
Beyond the military, the town has a healthy, welcoming streak. Longtime residents share the streets with newer arrivals, and the mix creates a community that quickly absorbs newcomers. People here introduce themselves at the mailbox, and that's not just marketing talk. It's a known part of the culture here.
3. Pikes Peak Views, Stargazing, and the Lower-Elevation Climate
Fountain's elevation is one of those things people don't realize matters until they live here. The town is about 5,550 feet above sea level, which puts it noticeably lower than Colorado Springs. That elevation gap creates real differences. Summer afternoons are a few degrees warmer than in the city, and winters average less snowfall. You also get more sunny days throughout the year.
The night sky is the underrated bonus here. Light pollution from Colorado Springs thins out as you head south, and Fountain catches the dark-sky benefit. People who haven't seen real stars in years end up taking pictures from their backyards in the first month. The Milky Way shows up on clear summer nights without much effort. I love hearing my buyers tell me about this week after moving in. They are so excited to sit outside at night and look at the stars.
Pikes Peak shows up from many neighborhoods in Fountain, though the angle is different from Colorado Springs. The view here looks across open prairie toward the mountain, with a wider perspective than the view from up north. Most people up north aren't aware that Fountain actually offers the best views of Pikes Peak.
4. The Neighborhoods Worth Knowing in Fountain
Fountain breaks into a handful of distinct pockets, and the right area depends on what you want from daily life. We tour these neighborhoods with buyers every week, and each one has its own character, lot size, and price range.
Mesa Ridge
Mesa Ridge is the retail-adjacent section that pulls in many newer arrivals. Newer subdivisions, the King Soopers Marketplace, Walmart, and Safeway all cluster here. Daily errands run more easily from Mesa Ridge than from other parts of town. Homes in Mesa Ridge tend toward two-story production builds, three-car garages, and HOA-managed amenities.
Countryside
Countryside is one of the older established subdivisions in Fountain, built mostly in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Homes here run a bit smaller than the newest builds, and lots come with mature landscaping. Newer subdivisions still need years to grow that kind of tree cover. Prices are typically lower than Mesa Ridge or Aspen Ranch.
Ventana
Ventana is one of the larger master-planned communities, with newer two-story homes from major builders. The neighborhood includes connected sidewalks, a large community park, a community pool, and easy access to the Mesa Ridge retail corridor. Buyers who want a settled feel with newer construction often compare Ventana against Aspen Ranch.
Aspen Ranch
Aspen Ranch is one of the newer master-planned communities, with most homes built in the 2020s. Streets here include sidewalks, community playgrounds, and pools within walking distance. The vibe is newer than the rest of the city, and buyers who want move-in-ready homes typically end up here.
Lorson Ranch
Lorson Ranch is the largest master-planned community in the area, and one of the largest in El Paso County. It's technically in Colorado Springs, but the people here go to Fountain for all their shopping needs. Walking trails, community pools, and small neighborhood parks connect the subdivisions. Homes here tend to be newer two-story builds. The community attracts buyers who want newer construction with landscaped yards at a lower price.
Cumberland Green
Cumberland Green is an established mid-2000s subdivision with smaller lots and a more settled feel than the newest builds. Mature trees line some streets, which is rare for the area, and it has a great park with a frisbee golf course attached. Prices typically come in below Aspen Ranch and the newest sections.
The Glen at Widefield
The Glen at Widefield is just over the city line, with affordable price points and older, established homes. The neighborhood is popular with first-time buyers because the entry point is lower than most newer Fountain subdivisions. Mature trees and quieter streets give the area a settled feel.
The Mesa Ridge corridor has changed more in the past few years than any other part of town. The 2025 opening of 
Most residents drive for daily life because Fountain is laid out for cars rather than walking. The two main routes shape almost every commute. I-25 carries north-south traffic between Pueblo and Colorado Springs. US 85/87 (the CanAm Highway) runs parallel and handles slower local trips. Fontaine Boulevard cuts east-west through the city and connects neighborhoods to both highways.
Every place comes with trade-offs. Fountain has more pros than cons for most buyers, and the cons are mostly the kind you can plan around.
