Painted Sky at Waterview is a neighborhood on the southeast side of Colorado Springs, next to Fountain and near Fort Carson. The area includes around 780 single-family homes built mostly between 2010 and 2015. Homes range from about 1,200 to 3,500 square feet, with two or three-car garages, and most are two-story with spacious backyards. Residents enjoy being close to Bluestem Prairie Open Space, which offers a scenic 2.1-mile trail around Big Johnson Reservoir for hiking and birdwatching. The community is also minutes from Widefield Community Park, featuring disc golf, horseback riding trails, sports courts, and large open areas. All parks and trails are ideal for walking, exercise, and outdoor fun. Painted Sky at Waterview is just off South Powers Boulevard, giving you easy access to shopping and major roads. Some homeowners report regular visits from deer and other local wildlife, especially around the open space.
The neighborhood is zoned to Widefield School District 3. Local kids usually attend Venetucci Elementary, Watson Middle, and Widefield High. Commuters can reach Fort Carson in just 16 minutes, and the Colorado Springs Airport is a short drive away. The Homeowners Association keeps the neighborhood and covenants organized; you can find more info on their Facebook page. Painted Sky sits within the 80817 zip code. Painted Sky at Waterview has an especially strong community of military families, with many residents helping each other with recommendations and support as moves and deployments happen.