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Living in Fountain, CO

Fountain, Colorado, sits just south of Colorado Springs, offering a mix of small-town charm and easy access to big-city services. Residents enjoy sweeping mountain views, local parks, and miles of hiking and biking trails. The cost of living is lower than many nearby areas. Neighborhoods are family-friendly and safe, with wide sidewalks, community playgrounds, and plenty of space for outdoor activities. Fountain is popular with military families due to its close location to Fort Carson and Peterson Space Force Base.

Local schools are served mainly by Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8, offering a variety of options for families. Residents can shop at the Safeway center and find both local and chain restaurants along main roads. The city hosts community events all year, keeping neighbors connected and active. Average commute times are about 23 minutes, and major highways make it easy to get into Colorado Springs or out to Pueblo. The climate brings warm summers and mild winters, perfect for those who like lots of sunshine. Fountain’s location along the historic Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railway helped establish it as a shipping center in the late 1800s, a legacy you can still see in the town’s layout.