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Rustic Hills

Rustic Hills

Suburban Neighborhood in Colorado Springs, Colorado

El Paso County 80915

$420,873 Average Value
$280 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

Close to amenities and military bases

Rustic Hills catches the eyes of potential home buyers because it offers them the best chance to become a homeowner, with friendlier prices than some other eastern Colorado Springs neighborhoods. Residents are also close to several shopping areas and various outdoor opportunities. "There are tons of hiking, biking and things to do," Kellie Peek, a real estate professional with The Cutting Edge, says. With several Air Force and Military bases nearby, along with the Airforce Academy, Colorado Springs has several military transplants.

Prepare for the sounds of planes

The neighborhood is very close to the Colorado Springs Airport, Schriever Space Force Base and Peterson Space Force Base, with the sound of the planes being very prominent. "It's a little scary and can be a little jarring if you're not used to it," Peek says. "The bombers are loud and fly low, so you have to get used to the rumble."

Several shops and eateries along N Powers Boulevard

Rustic Hills is near several shops, eateries and commercial areas in Eastern Colorado Springs. Walmart is a short drive on North Powers Boulevard in the same parking area as Palmer Park Supercenter. A few blocks north is Gunther Toody's Diner, a classic eatery with neon lights in a classic setting, with a motorcycle displayed on a counter in the center of the restaurant. Gunther Toody's serves traditional diner favorites like hamburgers, fries, fried eggs and hashbrowns. Peek says the area is close to several breweries and bars. Allusion Cocktail Bar is a themed bar centered around an immersive cocktail experience. "They had Barbie, Harry Potter and several other themes," Peek says. "It is a unique experience." Further north is the Powers Corridor thorofare, with dozens of retailers and restaurants.

Go clothes shopping at Kohls it's just a few miles from Rustic Hills.
Go clothes shopping at Kohls it's just a few miles from Rustic Hills.
Grab some lunch at Grand Gyro, they near the center of the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
Grab some lunch at Grand Gyro, they near the center of the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
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Close to all the action

Residents will need a vehicle to get around the neighborhood because there is little public transportation, and it isn't very walkable. Rustic Hills has easy access to main roads like North Academy Boulevard and North Powers Boulevard. "The shops are nearby, the zoo, restaurants, you're 15 minutes away from everything," Peek says. The Colorado Springs Airport is about seven and a half miles away. Peek says that since it is a small regional airport, TSA is quick and easy to grab a connecting flight in Denver.

Split-levels and ranch-style homes

Houses in Rustic Hills can range from around $340,000 for a split-level home with a garage and multiple bathrooms to about $675,000 for an elevated and renovated ranch-style home with an attached garage and a fenced backyard. Homes sell, on average, after 41 days on the market, compared to the national average of 42. The neighborhood features walkable sidewalks with space for people to walk past each other without having to step off to the side. Condos and townhouses are less common in Rustic Hills but range between $190,000 and $250,000. Quail Hill Mobile Home Community is an all-ages community that offers manufactured homes to buy and rent in the center of the neighborhood.

Split level homes are common in the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
Split level homes are common in the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
Ranch style homes are here in the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
Ranch style homes are here in the Rustic Hills neighborhood.
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See the stars at Mitchell High's Planetarium

Students can start their academic adventures at Henry Elementary, which Niche gives a C-plus. Henry Elementary is recognized with the Capturing Kid's Hearts National Showcase Award from 2021-2023. Their next stop could be Sabin Middle School, a B-minus institution. Students can participate in clubs and activities like the Science Olympiad, board and robotics clubs. Teenagers may attend Mitchell High School, which receives a C. Mitchell High is the third-oldest school in the district and is the only school to feature a planetarium, where programs are available for students across southern Colorado will be able to attend. Colorado also offers choice applications, so students and parents don't have to attend the school in their zone.

Shooting hoops at Henry Park

Henry Park sits next to Henry Elementary School, where kids can play on the red, white and blue playground, run around in the open field and shoot hoops on the basketball court. Heathercrest Park is a handicap-accessible park about a mile north with baseball diamonds and a volleyball court. Pueblo Reservoir is about 54 miles south, where people can fly fish and swim, with several hiking and biking trails nearby. "If you can think of an outdoor activity, you can do it," Peek says.

Play some basketball with friends at Henry Park.
Play some basketball with friends at Henry Park.
Kids of all ages can have fun on the playground equipment at Henry Park.
Kids of all ages can have fun on the playground equipment at Henry Park.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

City of Colorado Springs Municipal

13 min drive

Bus

Palmer Park & Wooten

Bus

Palmer Park & Sawyer

Bus

Palmer Park & Branding Iron

Bus

Palmer Park & Lyle

Bus

Walmart Space Center

Bus

Palmer Park & Lehmberg

Bus

Galley & Wooten

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Rustic Hills US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$405,000
Median Single Family Price
$410,000
Median Townhouse Price
$295,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$180,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$164,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$280
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
203
Months of Supply
0.80
Median List Price
$404,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,645
Median Year Built
1969
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,518
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,218
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,025
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
692
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712

Open Houses

  • Sunday, May 4
    12 - 3pm

    1306 Waddell Cir, Colorado Springs, CO 80915

    $382,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,964 Sq Ft
    • 1306 Waddell Cir
    • New 17 days ago

    Well kept home within walking distance to Elementary school. Large lot for enjoying the outside with plenty of room for a big garden.

    Ila Quinn Real Estate Specialists

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
9,073
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$65,016
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,209

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
% Population in Labor Force
69.4%

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®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

28 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

21 / 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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