Palmer Park
Over 700 acres of outdoor activities
The parks and outdoor spaces are a staple in the Palmer Park neighborhood. Palmer Park is over 700 acres of wildlife preserve with hiking, biking and sports fields overlooking the city. Rock formations called Hoodoos, thin spires or eroded rock in vertical formations, are seen near the top of the trails. "The park is incredible, with beautiful views of Pikes Peak," Zink says. The park includes several trailheads, open space access points, picnic areas and Palmer Park Dog Park. The park hosts various events, including a Halloween scavenger hunt. Golfers can head to Patty Jewett Golf Course, about three miles south of Constitution Avenue. "It is one of the oldest golf courses west of the Mississippi," Zink says.
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Ranch-styles and split-levels in central location
Houses in Palmer Park range from around $360,000 for a ranch-style home with a fenced-in backyard to more than $700,000 for a split-level home near the country club estates. Many of the homes were built in the 1940s and 1950s. "Palmer Park used to be the city center, but as it expanded, it became more southwest," Reed says. Homes sell, on average, after 53 days on the market, compared to the national average of 42. "There are lots of smaller houses on bigger lots with lots of natural vegetation," Reed says. Condos and townhouses are available on the neighborhood's east side, near Academy Avenue, and range from $200,000 to $340,000.
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See the stars at Mitchell High
Students can start school at Audubon Elementary, a B school according to Niche. Audubon has events for students, like trips to the museum and school-wide dance parties. They may go to Mann Middle School next, a C-plus institution. Mann offers clubs and extracurricular activities like gaming, chess and robotics clubs. Teenagers could attend Mitchell High School, which receives a C. Mitchell is the third oldest school in the district and is the only school in the area to feature a planetarium.Enjoy a morning cup of coffee at Wade's Cafe
Palmer Park's eastern border is the popular thoroughfare of North Academy Boulevard, with several fast-food joints and local eateries. "It's the equivalent of having an interstate right next to the neighborhood," Reed says. Along Academy Boulevard, to the north, is the Austin Bluffs Plaza, featuring grocery staples like King Soopers and Walmart Neighborhood Market. Wade's Café is a long-running staple in the area, known for its pancakes and other homestyle fare. On the other side of Academy is Nom Nom Thai, a local Thai food eatery known for large portion sizes. University Village shopping center is about six miles west along Austin Bluffs Parkway and has several restaurants and big-name stores, like Kohl's and Trader Joe's.Easy access to North Academy Boulevard
Palmer Park is a primarily car-dependent neighborhood with limited public transportation options. There are a couple of bus routes along North Academy Boulevard, but people will use their cars to get in and out of the neighborhood. Zink says there is limited traffic, even during busy commute times, so it's easy to get around. Downtown Colorado Springs is about five miles southwest along Paseo Road. The area is walkable and bikeable for leisure, with several urban bike trails connecting to Austin Bluffs Open Space.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Barb Schlinker
Barb Schlinker
Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty - Barb Has The Buyers Team
(719) 652-5811
271 Total Sales
8 in Palmer Park
$330K - $710K Price Range
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Monica Shea
Monica Shea
Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty
(719) 722-3093
212 Total Sales
5 in Palmer Park
$335K - $690K Price Range
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Bobbi Price
Bobbi Price
The Platinum Group Realtors
(719) 259-4381
151 Total Sales
1 in Palmer Park
$325,000 Price
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Lorraine Amos
Lorraine Amos
The Cutting Edge
(719) 781-8121
107 Total Sales
1 in Palmer Park
$867,000 Price
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Julie Randall
Julie Randall
eXp Realty, LLC
(719) 652-6628
32 Total Sales
1 in Palmer Park
$385,000 Price
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Tommy Kenney
Tommy Kenney
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - Kenney & Co.
(719) 888-2955
143 Total Sales
3 in Palmer Park
$415K - $553K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Nancy Lewis Park
Palmer Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
Village Green Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Wasson Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Twain Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Jefferson Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Audubon Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Palmer Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Palmer Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Palmer Park, Colorado Springs sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Palmer Park, Colorado Springs over the last 12 months is $337,400, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Sale Price
$337,400
Median Single Family Sale Price
$333,695
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
101
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$233
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,918
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Median Year Built
1962
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,604
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,287
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,145
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276
Open Houses
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Friday, Aug 14 - 6pm
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Friday, Aug 14 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,300 per month
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,200 Sq Ft
- 3707 Lander Ln
- Colorado Springs, CO
Move in cost is one months rent and Security Deposit of $2300The tenants must fill out an online application with the property manager. We do not accept Zillow applications. Tenants are required to have renters insurance and put all utilities in their name. The deposit is due within 48 hours of an accepted application.1. A prospective tenant has the right to provide to the
Tommy KenneyBetter Homes & Gardens Real Estate - Kenney & Co.(844) 931-4827 -
$830 - $1,350 per month
- The Haven at Academy
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 530+ Sq Ft
- 3880 N Academy Blvd
- Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,099 - $1,354 per month
- Canyon Ranch Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 663+ Sq Ft
- 3688 Parkmoor Village Dr
- Colorado Springs, CO
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,716
Median Age
40
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,203
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,691
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.3%
Advanced Degrees
14%
% Population in Labor Force
60.5%
On par with 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®
1
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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