Cascade, CO Homes for Sale & Real Estate

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Living in Cascade, CO

Cascade, Colorado is a small mountain town located just west of Colorado Springs at the base of Pikes Peak. This community is known for its beautiful forests, clear mountain streams, and easy access to outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy hiking, biking, and fishing in nearby Ute Pass and in a series of local parks and trails. Cascade has a mix of historic cabins and newer homes, with many properties offering views of mountains or waterfalls. The area’s higher elevation means cooler temperatures, mild summers, and snowy winters. Cascade’s history as a vacation retreat still continues, with bed and breakfasts, cozy inns, and cabins available for both visitors and year-round residents. People can take the Pikes Peak Highway directly from town for a scenic drive to the mountain summit.

Cascade offers a peaceful, close-knit feel where neighbors know each other, and community events like the Labor Day Arts Festival bring everyone together. Families value the safe environment, easy-going pace, and the local District 49 schools. Shopping and dining are within a quick drive in nearby Woodland Park or Colorado Springs. The area is dog and wildlife-friendly, with regular sightings of deer and birds in backyards. Many homes in Cascade enjoy pure mountain spring water and a unique mix of historic ancestry, making the town both welcoming and full of character.