Oak Valley Ranch

Oak Valley Ranch residents find themselves next to the base of Pikes Peak, the most prominent mountain in Colorado and most popular across the US. “People who love the mountains and like hiking daily feel like they’ve hit the jackpot when they find a home here,” says Buyer Specialist Kisten Fletcher of The Fletcher Team and Associates at eXp Realty. “That mountainous feeling, the surrounding wildlife, and the beautiful views from the elevation, to neighbors in Oak Valley Ranch, it doesn’t get better than this.”

Homes range from $475,000 to $565,000, with townhouses, split-level homes and contemporary craftsmen as popular options – most were built between the 1990s and early 2000s. Three bedrooms and three bathrooms spread across nearly 2,000 square feet. Most single-family homes sit on lots close to a quarter-acre, with mature evergreens providing a natural source of privacy. Fenced-in backyards have plenty of room for kids to play while adults relax on outdoor furniture. Additionally, wide windows invite natural light inside and provide scenic views of Colorado Springs.

Students can attend Foothills Elementary, Eagleview Middle and Coronado High Schools; Foothills Elementary received an overall B from Niche, Eagleview Middle got an A, and Coronado received a B. Great Schools gave the elementary school a 7/10, the middle school a 6/10 and the high school a 5/10. Oak Valley Ranch homes sit right up against the mountains, so students must ride the bus or have their parents drive them to school. Additionally, Foothills Elementary and Eagleview Middle sit beside Foothills and Ute Valley Parks – popular recreation areas on days you don’t want to hike in the mountains.

The 5-acre Oak Valley Ranch Park situates itself at the base of the mountains. A brightly colored playground features several slides, a merry-go-round and swings for big kids and toddlers. Young athletes can practice pitching and batting at the backstop in the corner of the field. Additionally, subdivision sidewalks connect to a paved path from the park to other trails. Cool off on hot summer days at Wilson Ranch Pool – 1 mile from the pool. The shallow end has a water playground with sprinklers, tubes and a small slide. Meanwhile, big kids can whoosh down the tall, blue, swirly slide while adults swim laps and float in the general wading area.

Though you live at the base of the mountains, picking up groceries is painless; back out of your driveway and pull into Safeway’s parking lot in 2.5 miles – a 6-minute drive. Other errands require longer drives, but shopping centers like University Village are 5 miles from home. This popular stretch of Nevada Avenue is where you’ll find additional grocery store options, like Trader Joe's and Lowe’s. Drive north on Interstate 25 and leisurely wander through Chapel Hills Mall, home to nearly 100 stores. Your closest movie theater, Walmart Supercenter and REI are all here, less than 7 miles from your mountainside neighborhood.

If you’re hungry, multiple local restaurants, cafes and dessert shops sit closer to home. Wayatt’s Pub is in the same shopping center as Safeway, specializing in traditional pub fare, like fish and chips battered with Fuller’s London Pride – and English Pale Ale. Todd and Rene Wayatt are the Colorado couple behind the pub and say their restaurant is fitting for adults who want to enjoy happy hour, catch a sports game or enjoy a sit-down family dinner. Pop into Josh and John’s Colorado Craft Creamery if you're craving something sweet. This small business has been scooping ice cream since 1986.

Homeowners choose Oak Valley Ranch because this community turns their dreams of living a mountainous lifestyle into a reality –without the cost of convenience.

Written By

Alexandra Sosik

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Laurel Turton

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Robert Edmonds