Before its incorporation in 1873, Pueblo’s Arkansas River location made it a convenient spot for trading between the United States and Mexico. Its original name, El Pueblo, came out of that time period, and in 1882, the city became one of the leading spots for the steel and railroad industries as the site of Colorado Coal & Iron Company steel mill. The promise of employment attracted immigrants and migrants to Pueblo, and over 150 years later, the city’s history is still visible through its homes, museums and sculptures. The city of 112,000 attracts people with its proximity to the Rocky Mountains and slow-paced lifestyle compared to places like Colorado Springs and Denver. “Many people come down here for the green space,” says Nicki Hart, lifelong resident and business owner. “We get people who move from other cities because the quietness appeals to them. We have small-town vibes with big open skies.”
Pueblo is still culturally diverse, 150 years after the steel era. “We have a melting pot of cultures because of the steel mill,” Hart says. According to the U.S. Census, over 55,000 residents are Hispanic/Latino, a little less than half the population. Some of Pueblo’s top industries include agriculture, education and industrial/manufacturing. Vestas Manufacturing and Trane Technologies, both manufacturing companies, are the city’s largest employers.
Cowboys showcase their cattle experience at the Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair.
The residents of Grove enjoy the proximity to the downtown shopping in Pueblo.
The whole family can enjoy the festivities and shops at the Chile and Frijoles Festival.
Historic Riverwalk in Pueblo.
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Older homes at prices lower than Denver or Colorado Springs
Houses in Pueblo are on the older side, mostly built in the 19th and 20th centuries. The oldest homes built before 1950 are closer to Downtown and the Arkansas River, in neighborhoods like Mesa Junction and Heritage . Houses on the outskirts of town tend to be newer. “We have very old neighborhoods,” Hart says. “Everything along Elizabeth Street is a lot of Victorian and older homes. All the growth is happening to the north and south.” Pueblo has nearly 30 neighborhoods. North Vista is the city’s newest community, while Mesa Junction and Northside are popular because of their large Victorian homes and proximity to downtown. “The housing market is still pretty darn affordable compared to Denver and Colorado Springs. You can get much more house for your dollar,” says John Grove, a lifelong resident and broker for RE/MAX of Pueblo Inc. The median single-family home price for Pueblo is around $300,000, nearly $200,000 less than Colorado Springs and $375,000 less than Denver. Single-family homes can reach more than $1 million in private communities; townhomes are spread throughout the city, ranging from $150,000 to $650,000.
Historical homes are prevalent in Northside, since it is one of the oldest communities.
Modest bungalows on parceled properties are common in Northside.
Modest bi-levels on parceled properties are common in Sunset.
Beside bi-levels homes Midcentury Moderns are the most common styles in Sunset.
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Over 70 parks and home to Lake Pueblo State Park
Pueblo residents are spoiled with indoor and outdoor recreation opportunities. The city’s parks and recreation department operates over 70 parks with 47 playgrounds, four swimming pools and 32 miles of trails. City Park, located in Aberdeen , is one major standout, as has the city’s only dog park, a disc golf course and the Pueblo Zoo, which has over 400 animal species. The Arkansas River runs through the city, offering many water recreation opportunities. “We have water in a desert climate, and we recreate on it,” Hart says. “Watersports are huge, from fly fishing to kayaking. Soon, we’re planning to have boating rentals and swimming access.” Five miles outside the city is Lake Pueblo State Park, a 10,000-acre green space with 3 million annual visitors. Folks can head to Lake Pueblo to boat, raft or swim; dryland activities include archery and horseback riding. Pueblo also has 700 miles of gravel biking trails.
Lake Pueblo State Park has a great marina for boats.
Take an afternoon run around the trails at Riverwalk in Downtown.
Get your friends together for some pickleball at Mineral Palace Park.
Meet other fellow dog lovers and make friends at City Bark Dog Park in Pueblo.
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Two school districts in Pueblo metro area
Two districts serve the greater Pueblo metro region. Students within city limits are zoned for Pueblo School District 60; the C-rated school district has 17 elementary, three middle and four high schools. The district also has two charter schools and online academies. Pueblo County School District 70 teaches students living outside the city. The district, rated B-plus, serves over 10,000 students in communities like Pueblo West and Beulah Valley. Colorado State University-Pueblo is located in the city’s northeast corridor in the aptly named University neighborhood. The university has an enrollment of over 4,000 students and is known for its engineering and business programs, which are major standouts. Pueblo Community College has its main campus just off Orman Avenue.
Bradford Elementary School
The McClelland School in Pueblo encourages students to succeed.
South High School in Pueblo offers students a space to thrive.
Haaff Elementary School is conveniently located within the residential community.
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Hundreds of thousands attend the Colorado State Fair
Pueblo’s Creative Corridor is the center of arts and culture with its numerous galleries, museums and sculptures. Neon Alley, just off Union Avenue, is an alleyway with bright neon signage from old businesses. Pueblo also has many events, like the Pueblo Green Chile and Frijoles Festival, which brings in 100,000 people. It’s a celebration of the history of agriculture with live music, cooking competitions and taste tests. Pueblo's Sunset neighborhood is home to the Colorado State Fair, which brings out hundreds of thousands for the ten-day fair. Locals participate in various activities like carnival rides, livestock competitions and rodeos. Locals are also joyful for the annual football games between the four high schools. The Canyon Game is the match between East and South High, while the Bell Game is between Central and Centennial High. This century-old rivalry is alleged to be oldest rivalry west of the Mississippi.
Kids will have the time of their life at the Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair.
Lots of people attend the fair to show their goods at the Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair.
The Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair is full of attractions, carnival & entertainment.
Rodeos, livestock and animal displays are all part of The Annual Rodeo and Colorado State Fair.
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Interstate 25 runs through region
Pueblo is an easy city to get around. There’s limited traffic, and it takes less than 20 minutes to travel from one side to the other. Pueblo Transit busing has 13 fixed routes around the city, offering free rides to kids under 18. Highways 45 (Pueblo Boulevard), 47, 96 (4th Street) and 50 are some of the busier roadways for local travel. Interstate 25 travels north to south to reach Colorado Springs and Denver in 43 and 115 miles, respectively. The Pueblo Memorial Airport has daily flights to Denver International Airport.
Since Pueblo is in southern Colorado, it has a desert climate. The city has sunshine over 300 days every year; the highest temperatures are in July and August. January is the city’s coldest month, with temperatures around 47 degrees. The city averages around 25 inches of snow a season.
Restaurants serve Pueblo's signature slopper dish
Locals usually grab some grub in downtown Pueblo. With its brick and Neoclassical apartment buildings and storefronts, downtown’s streets are reminiscent of the steel era. Folks can find a variety of cuisines, including American, Mexican and Chinese, plus plenty of breweries. Food and Fuel Iron Hall is an incubator food court with rotating locally-owned eateries, but the Pueblo Slopper is what really put the city on the culinary map. The Slopper is an open-faced cheeseburger topped with green chile sauce; some versions have French fries or onions on top.
The crown jewel of Pueblo, many say, is the Arkansas Riverwalk. The walkable promenade circles the river and has tons of restaurants and shopping. “For many years, we complained about how we never had something that improved the visual aspect of the city. Finally, the riverwalk came along, and now Union Avenue is totally revitalized,” Grove says.
Beer Barrel is a popular bar near Lakeview.
Hyde Park residents will find a great selection of eateries at Fuel & Iron Food Hall.
Try the famous Hermanos handmade tortillas at the Chile and Frijoles Festival.
Spend an evening out with the family at Alehouse Brewing Co. near Country Club.
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Downtown trend in overall crime
Crime in Pueblo has been trending downward for the last three years. According to Pueblo’s 2023 Annual Police Report, overall crime is down 10% from 2022. Crimes like gambling and forgery dropped by 26%, and drug and alcohol crimes went up nearly 15% from 2022.
On average, homes in Pueblo, CO sell after 88 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Pueblo, CO over the last 12 months is $285,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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