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Colorado Springs Real Estate Statistics

3736
Homes Listed
39
Avg. Days on Site
$251
Avg. $ / Sq.Ft.
$571,477
Med. List Price

Is it a Buyers Market?

The Colorado Springs housing market is clearly shifting in favor of buyers. After nearly 4 years of mostly flat home prices, inventory is climbing, and buyers have far more options than they have had in recent years. In April, 1,124 single-family homes sold across the area, a 2% increase from the same time last year. Meanwhile, active inventory jumped by 10%, pushing the market to nearly 3,500 homes for sale.

That means Colorado Springs now has almost twice as many homes available as it did before COVID. New listings are hitting the market faster than buyers are absorbing them, which is changing the tone of negotiations. Sellers can no longer rely on quick offers unless the home is priced sharply from day one. For buyers, this is the best negotiating environment we have seen in years.

Colorado Springs CO

The Colorado Springs Real Estate Market

The market for homes for sale in Colorado Springs, CO, is the biggest and most diverse on the southern Front Range. The city covers about 195 square miles and includes more than 100 distinct neighborhoods. Elevation ranges from 5,800 feet in the south to over 7,000 feet in the north. Buyers have far more choices here than in any nearby city, from historic Victorians to newer master-planned subdivisions. The job market is on military bases, in tech corridors, and in a growing healthcare sector.

The architecture in Colorado Springs spans more than 150 years. You'll find Victorians and mid-century ranches in the older central neighborhoods. Mountain custom homes anchor the Broadmoor and Cheyenne Mountain areas. Modern production builds dominate newer subdivisions like Banning Lewis Ranch and Wolf Ranch. Townhomes and condos are common in the Powers corridor and along central retail strips. Three-car garages, walkout basements, and finished basements are standard features in the higher price tiers.

Spring and summer drive the heaviest activity, especially during PCS season for military buyers. Buyers from Texas, the Midwest, and California also tour during summer vacations. School calendar timing pulls another wave in late summer. Winter slows down a touch, though the market never goes quiet. Year-round military relocations and steady out-of-state interest keep listings moving.

Colorado Springs sits a step below Denver on cost but matches it on outdoor recreation and quality of life. Most buyers come for one of three reasons. They want a military commute, lower prices than Denver, or both with mountain views built in. Compared with Denver, Colorado Springs prices come in lower for similar home sizes. Compared with Pueblo to the south, Colorado Springs offers a much wider job base and stronger schools.

Why Buyers Pick Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs sits at the foot of Pikes Peak, with Garden of the Gods just minutes from the city center. Multiple military installations, the United States Air Force Academy, and a growing tech sector all call the area home. UC Health Memorial Hospital and Penrose Hospital anchor the region's medical care.

The city includes multiple top-rated school districts. Academy School District 20, Cheyenne Mountain District 12, and Falcon School District 49 are among the leaders. Pikes Peak itself is reachable by car or the Cog Railway from neighboring Manitou Springs. For more on what life looks like here, read our full Colorado Springs relocation guide.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the housing market like in Colorado Springs, CO right now?

The Colorado Springs market sees steady year-round activity driven by military relocations and consistent in-migration. Inventory levels swing more than they do in smaller surrounding towns. Some neighborhoods stay competitive with quick sales, while others sit longer depending on price point and condition. The dynamic stats above this section show the latest median price and days on market. Reach out for a custom snapshot of any specific neighborhood or zip code.

Is Colorado Springs a good place to buy a home?

For most buyers, the answer is yes. Colorado Springs offers more home for the money than Denver, and many neighborhoods offer mountain views. The job market includes military, tech, and healthcare. The trade-offs are higher prices than a decade ago and traffic on Powers and I-25 during rush hour. The wide range of neighborhoods also requires careful matching to buyer priorities. We help buyers find the right fit based on lifestyle and budget.

What are the best neighborhoods in Colorado Springs for buyers to compare?

Colorado Springs has more than 100 named neighborhoods, but a few stand out for buyer demand. The main areas to compare:

  • Briargate and Cordera, with newer construction and Academy District 20 schools
  • Old North End and Downtown, with historic Victorian homes and walkable streets
  • Broadmoor and Cheyenne Mountain, with luxury custom homes and mountain views
  • Stetson Hills and Wolf Ranch, with newer master-planned subdivisions
  • Mountain Shadows and Peregrine, with established mountain-view homes near the foothills

The right area depends on commute, school zone, and home style preferences.

What types of homes are common in Colorado Springs, CO?

The home types you'll find in Colorado Springs cover nearly every option:

  • Newer two-story production homes in master-planned subdivisions
  • Mid-century ranch homes from the 1950s through 1980s in central neighborhoods
  • Custom mountain homes with walkout basements in the foothill areas
  • Victorian and craftsman homes in Old North End and similar historic pockets
  • Townhomes and condos along the Powers corridor and central retail strips

Three-car garages, finished basements, and mountain views are common in higher price tiers.

How much home can buyers typically get in Colorado Springs compared with nearby cities?

Buyers in Colorado Springs generally get more square footage and bigger lots per dollar than in Denver. Compared with Castle Rock to the north, Colorado Springs prices come in lower for similar home sizes. Compared with Pueblo to the south, Colorado Springs prices run higher because of the stronger job market and schools. Compared with mountain towns like Woodland Park, central Colorado Springs offers more square footage but with less land and fewer trees.

About Our Team

Great Colorado Homes works the entire Colorado Springs market, from downtown townhomes to mountain estates. Our agents specialize in different parts of the city. That means you get someone who knows your target neighborhood inside and out. We've handled thousands of closings across military relocations, first-time buyers, luxury sales, and investment purchases. New construction, resale, and acreage all need different approaches, and we cover all three.

If you want to walk through your search or schedule a showing, give us a call at 719-426-1500. The right local agent saves you weeks of searching the wrong areas. Great Colorado Homes is a locally owned brokerage with one of the strongest closing track records in El Paso County.

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