North Fountain Valley
Experiencing nature at Fountain Creek Regional Park
Along the neighborhood's western edge, hikers, bikers and horseback riders can explore the Fountain Creek Regional Trail, which runs through Fountain Creek Regional Park’s 460 acres. Here, dogs can run off-leash at the fenced-in dog park, and anglers can cast their lines in the regularly stocked Willow Springs ponds. Fountain Creek Nature Center is home to wildlife like deer, birds and bobcats. This nature preserve is located on a wetland habitat, where families can take peaceful strolls by the water. Meanwhile, Cross Creek Regional Park offers a BMX track, multi-use sports fields and a community garden within its 60 acres. Residents also have a variety of smaller parks within the neighborhood, including Metcalfe Park and Heritage Park.Ranch-style and contemporary homes
Cul-de-sacs and wide, enclosed streets are lined with sidewalks and tidy, compact yards. Ranch-style homes – some dating back to the 1970s and 80s – sit alongside 21st-century contemporary builds. Streets can be hilly, and sidewalks link one property to the next. Prices typically range from $260,000 to $650,000, depending on square footage, and homes with multiple acres can cost around $1 million. Townhouses cost from about $260,000 to $360,000. The overall CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.Proximity to top-rated Fountain Valley School
Students may attend Mesa Elementary, located in the neighborhood. The school is rated B-minus on Niche. Fountain Middle School is rated C-plus, and Fountain-Fort Carson High, rated B, is known for its football team; alumni have gone on to play in the National Football League. Alternatively, Fountain Valley School is a nearby private high school rated A-plus. “Fountain Valley is a pretty expensive private high school,” says Alan Arata, Real Estate Broker at Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty, who works extensively in Fountain and Colorado Springs. “People come from all over to go there. It’s well-known and has been for 50-plus years. It preps you to get into better institutions. It’s known for academics overall.”Driving to Colorado Springs and Pueblo
While UCHealth Emergency Room – Fountain is conveniently located in the neighborhood, North Fountain Valley is car-dependent. Downtown Colorado Springs is 15 miles up Interstate 25, and travelers can drive 9 miles north to Colorado Springs Airport. Additionally, homeowners might choose North Fountain Valley if they work in Pueblo but don’t want to live there, Arata says. “It’s a simple commute to Pueblo all the way down I-25, 30 minutes or less from Fountain,” Arata says.Shopping and dining close at hand
Residents can run errands at the Markets at Mesa Ridge, which includes Safeway and chain and local retailers along Mesa Ridge Parkway. Lowe’s Home Improvement sits on the other side of the highway. Rookies Taphouse and Eatery offers a classic American menu, with items like pulled pork nachos, burgers and salads made with local ingredients. Patrons can eat on the outdoor patio, or sit at the bar and watch games on TV.Mild weather year-round
Although Colorado is known for its heavy snowfalls and cold winters, “Fountain has warmer weather than Colorado Springs,” Arata says. “It has incredibly fertile soil if you want to garden, and the growing season is longer.” The mild weather also means more opportunities for some types of outdoor recreation. “Compared to living in Monument, which is 2,000 feet higher, as a cyclist, I’ll go down to Fountain in the wintertime because it’s completely free of snow all year round,” Arata says. “When it does snow, it melts, so there’s no accumulation.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jose Medina
Jose Medina
Vantegic Real Estate
(719) 259-2011
215 Total Sales
2 in North Fountain Valley
$427K - $435K Price Range
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Daniel Pitrone
Daniel Pitrone
Keller Williams Premier Realty, LLC
(216) 677-1959
69 Total Sales
3 in North Fountain Valley
$385K - $429K Price Range
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Kathi Donivan
Kathi Donivan
Compass - Denver
(719) 249-7471
81 Total Sales
1 in North Fountain Valley
$455,000 Price
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John Chudzinski
John Chudzinski
Coldwell Banker Realty BK
(719) 781-6927
138 Total Sales
2 in North Fountain Valley
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Mercie Curbow-Presley
Mercie Curbow-Presley
Curbow Realty
(719) 259-4288
192 Total Sales
3 in North Fountain Valley
$383K - $403K Price Range
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Tamara Whalen
Tamara Whalen
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart
(719) 666-5366
173 Total Sales
3 in North Fountain Valley
$325K - $337K 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
John Metcalfe Memorial Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Picnic Area
Fountain Creek Nature Center
- Trails
- Nature Center
Widefield Community Park
Aga Park
Stingray Park
Pi-Ute Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Fountain Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Fountain Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Fountain Valley, Fountain sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Fountain Valley, Fountain over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$374,900
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$301,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$260,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
3,808
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,610
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,363
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,615 - $2,745 per month
- The Garrison Luxury Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 689+ Sq Ft
- 6519 Sweet Home Grove
- Fountain, CO
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$2,595 per month
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,269 Sq Ft
- 7431 Araia Dr
- Fountain, CO
Check out this beautiful 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath, 3 car garage home located in the desirable Creek Terrace neighborhood and school district 8. Only minutes from Ft. Carson, Peterson AFB and I-25. Home has been beautifully maintained. Upstairs you will find peace and quiet in the master bedroom. Relieve stress in the soaking tub in the large master bathroom. 2 Additional bedrooms on the upper level
Christopher Freeman Keller Williams Partners Realty
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
13,319
Median Age
32
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,356
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,792
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.8%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
5
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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