Life in Banning Lewis Ranch may make residents forget that they’re 15 miles east of Colorado Springs because this master-planned community feels like its own city. The area has an abundance of amenities, from outdoor parks, trails and indoor fitness spaces to its own public charter schools for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade. Getting to work and grocery shopping are often residents’ only reasons to leave their Ranch. “There’s no commercial development within the neighborhood,” says Casey Fortune, Broker and Owner of Colorado Springs Real Estate with Fortune Realty with more than a decade of experience in the area. “But the community is structured in a way that residents can stay local to go enjoy the many parks and weekend events.”
Vista Water Park is a private amenity for residents of Banning Lewis Ranch.
The whole family can have fun at Vista Park.
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From Craftsman bungalows to customized builds
Houses in Banning Lewis Ranch come from three different builders, ranging in price from the mid-$300,000s to the upper $700,000s. Many homes come equipped with multicar garages and fenced-in backyards, nestled close together. While residents can choose from an array of designs and floor plans, there are also opportunities for customization. Smaller, 1,000- to 2,000-square-foot bungalows and Craftsmans, some being twin homes, are typically priced between $325,000 to $450,000. Slightly larger, 1,500- to 2,500-square-foot raised ranch homes with more modern influences might be priced around $450,000 to $650,000. Farmhouse Revivals and contemporary models might offer more than 3,000 square feet of space and cost between $500,000 and $750,000. There is also an exclusive enclave within the neighborhood for an active 55+ community, with large ranch-style homes that might have up to 4,000 square feet of space, in the $500,000 to $700,000 price range. “People come here because it’s affordable. They get a lot more house for their money,” Fortune says. “The HOA fee is low, paid once a year, and the Metro District fee is a little over $100, paid each month.”
You can find ranch-style homes with basements in the Banning Lewis Ranch neighborhood.
Large homes are common in the Banning Lewis Ranch neighborhood.
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75 acres of open space and parks
Each subdivision within Banning Lewis Ranch has small parks designated for those neighbors, and the community offers more than 75 acres of trails and green space. Soccer fields, baseball diamonds and wide-open space make up North Tree Park, where residents can spend their Thursday evenings at the summer concert series. Different bands that take the stage each week are accompanied by various food trucks. This main park is outside of the Ranch House, complete with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, splash zones and an indoor fitness area with a studio room. Children love the water slides at Vista Water Park, where lifeguards are always on duty. There are also smaller-scale parks with play structures and exercise equipment peppered throughout the neighborhood, as well as pickleball courts and a dog park. For early joggers and trail walkers, the Cottonwood Preserve trail connects the neighborhood’s different subdivisions.
Abundant community amenities span nearly 100 acres across Banning Lewis Ranch.
The Pickleball courts at Vista Park in Banning Lewis Ranch are popular.
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Public charter schools on the Ranch
Students can attend Banning Lewis Ranch Academy from kindergarten through fifth grade and advance to Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy from sixth through twelfth grade – both receiving a B Niche grade. The tuition-free public charter schools were built specifically for this neighborhood, though students from surrounding areas are also welcome. Parents can also send their children to Inspiration View Elementary and Skyview Middle, both of which receive a C-plus Niche grade. Vista Ridge High is graded a B-minus by Niche and is ranked in the top half of the best high schools for athletes in Colorado.
Banning Lewis Ranch Academy scored an overall score of B- on Niche.
Inspiration View Elementary is a public school in Banning Lewis Ranch serving grades PK-5.
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Running errands on Powers Boulevard
Although there are no grocery stores or restaurants within Banning Lewis Ranch, there are plenty a short drive away. “People head west to the Powers Corridor area for a variety of chain restaurants and shopping,” Fortune says. “That’s where you’ll find everything you need. But there is a new King Soopers to the east in Falcon.” Residents can also choose to stock their kitchens at nearby Sprouts Farmers Market and Safeway. Big-name stores like Walmart, Target and Costco are all less than 4 miles away. Folks might decide to eat at the Skirted Heifer while they’re out, a family-owned restaurant that melts an extra layer of cheese around their burgers. Also conveniently close are Children’s Hospital of Colorado and CommonSpirit St. Francis Hospital.
You will find several places to eat and shop near the Banning Lewis Ranch neighborhood.
The Powers corridor takes you from Banning Lewis Ranch to plenty of shopping.
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Nearby hiking and military attractions
Banning Lewis Ranch is close to attractions like Garden of the Gods, 15 miles west, and Pikes Peak Mountain, 45 miles west. “But people don’t usually feel the need to visit those places,” Fortune says. “There’s plenty of outdoor activities within the neighborhood.” This tight-knit feel is reflected in the community’s low crime score: According to the CAP Index, Banning Lewis Ranch receives a 1 out of a possible 10. Shriever Air Force Base, the Air Force Academy and Fort Carson are also nearby.
Stop by the military museum just south of the Banning Lewis Ranch neighborhood.
Take the kids or the pups for a walk at Laura Gilpin Park in Stetson Hills.
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Merging onto I-25 to Colorado Springs
When residents do need to leave Banning Lewis Ranch, North Powers Boulevard and U.S. Route 24 are the main thoroughfares, both connecting to Interstate 25 on the west side. The Colorado Springs Airport is just south of town, offering domestic flights. “There’s no public transportation services here, and there’s hardly any in the Colorado Springs area,” Fortune adds.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,307
Median Age
34
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$130,799
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,568
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
55.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.5%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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