Westside
From older bungalows to modern Craftsmans
Sidewalks and aged trees line the streets of the residential pockets in Westside, where many single-family homes have modest yards and detached garages. “Houses here are from different eras, from Colorado Springs’ beginnings in the 1870s to the 1910s to updated and modern-day builds,” Haynie says. There are 1,000- to 1,500-square-foot ranch homes, Split Levels and bungalows—some with recent renovations or fenced-in yard space—in the $385,000 to $485,000 price range. There are also 2,000- to 2,800-square-foot historic Craftsman and custom Colonial Revivals with updated amenities that sell between $500,000 and $750,000. On the east side of the neighborhood, modern 4-bedroom and 4-bathroom townhouses with rooftop lounges can be found for around $670,000.
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Trails through Red Rock Canyon
Westsiders take advantage of Cucharras Park, which offers a playground, basketball court and walking paths. Locals also head west of the neighborhood to Red Rock Canyon Open Space to hike and bike while admiring the red-rock formations. The Westside Community Center has event space, fitness classes and a community garden. “Westside is also very close to Garden of the Gods, a popular hiking and outdoor area,” Haynie adds.
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Bike tours and wedding venues
Pikes Peak Bike Tours begin in Westside, and they wind through Gold Camp Road, Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak, which offers 14,000-foot overlooks just 30 miles west. The Pinery at the Hill is a popular wedding and event venue with plentiful mountain vistas. Colorado Springs is also home to Fort Carson Army Base, Peterson Air Force Base, Shriever Air Force Base and the Air Force Academy.Eating and shopping on Colorado Ave
Residents frequent Colorado Avenue for breweries, restaurants and local shops. “Cerberus Brewing has great food and great beer,” notes Haynie, and the nearby 503W serves craft beer with their Asian-American food menu. In the northern part of Westside, locals pick up groceries and essentials at King Soopers and Walgreens, and in the southern part, they can get fresh cuts at The Stache Spot barber shop. “There’s also a Costco 5 miles north right off the highway. And a lot of people go to Old Colorado City for the staples, like Paravicini's, Wild Ginger, COO Brewery and BonTon’s, which has an awesome outdoor patio area,” Haynie adds.
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B-rated Colorado Springs schools
Colorado Springs School District No. 11, ranked by Niche as one of the best school districts in the city, serves Westside students. Younger learners can enjoy an 11-1 student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School, which receives a B-minus Niche grade. Students can then progress to Holmes Middle School, graded a B and ranked among the Most Diverse Public Schools in the state, according to Niche. Older students can attend Coronado High School, which receives a B-plus Niche grade and reports above-average state reading test scores. Also within the neighborhood is Buena Vista Montessori School, a public and tuition-free school for kindergarten through 8th graders.
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Highways surrounding the community
A few bus stops line Spruce Street, and the Midland Expressway runs along the southern edge of Westside. Colorado Springs Airport is 13 miles away via Interstate 25, which borders the eastern edge of the neighborhood. As Haynie says, “Westside offers easy highway access, homes with a certain personality you won’t find on the east side, and an abundance of open-air trails,” attracting an active and eclectic home-buyer community.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Christopher Morrison
Christopher Morrison
Action Team Realty
(719) 452-8573
97 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$599,000 Price
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Linda Leslie
Linda Leslie
HomeSmart
(719) 249-0611
26 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$374,000 Price
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Nick Clement
Nick Clement
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Properties, Inc
(719) 666-9297
40 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$350,000 Price
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Jose Medina
Jose Medina
Vantegic Real Estate
(719) 259-2011
216 Total Sales
1 in Westside
$535,000 Price
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David Carter
David Carter
Responds QuicklyCall It Closed International Realty
(719) 652-6415
48 Total Sales
2 in Westside
$715,000 Price Range
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Mercie Curbow-Presley
Mercie Curbow-Presley
Curbow Realty
(719) 259-4288
192 Total Sales
4 in Westside
$150K - $328K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
America the Beautiful Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Thorndale Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Monument Valley Park
Antlers Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Blunt Park
- Basketball
- Trails
- Playground
Cucharras Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Walking Paths
Bristol Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westside | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westside Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westside, Colorado Springs sell after 134 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westside, Colorado Springs over the last 12 months is $640,000, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$474,900
Median Sale Price
$640,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$627,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$369,700
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$185,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
33
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
42%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$395
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,309
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1913
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,217
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,616
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,219
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,148 - $1,450 per month
- 532 CO
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 414+ Sq Ft
- 532 W Colorado Ave
- Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,495 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 816 Sq Ft
- 906 W Colorado Ave
- Colorado Springs, CO
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow, located in the heart of the Springs between downtown and Old Colorado City! This cozy retreat features warm, inviting colors throughout and a layout perfect for easy living. Enjoy the unbeatable location just a short walk to local coffee shops, restaurants, and the vibrant shops of downtown Colorado Springs and OCC.Washer and dryer included. No
Brandon Burnett Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate - Kenney & Co.
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$899 - $1,445 per month
- Wind River Place Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 488+ Sq Ft
- 919 N 19th St
- Colorado Springs, CO
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,989
Median Age
40
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,365
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,587
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
43.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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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