Pueblo West was just 49 square miles of desert until 1969 when developer Robert McCulloch and his company established the community as a residential area. McCulloch built Pueblo West from the ground up to accommodate 60,000 people; today, the city is halfway to his goal of being a quiet suburb for retirees. With a population of 33,000, the area is mainly a bedroom community with standard amenities and easy access to recreation. The city maintains its desert land roots with minimal trees, sand and sunshine.
Pueblo West is equestrian friendly, and it is quite common to share the road with horseback riders.
Pueblo West is a small city that began developing in the early 80's.
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Adobe ranch homes at higher prices than Pueblo
The median home price in Pueblo West is $425,000, $126,000 more than the Pueblo median price. However, the Pueblo West median price is lower than Colorado Springs' by around $70,000. The area mainly has single-family homes with Adobe brick siding, which helps protect against the dry Southern Colorado climate. “They have a ton of construction in Pueblo West with one-acre lots. You can see the mountains, says Katie Ely, realtor at The Cutting Edge, Realtors. “They’re a little more cookie cutter, but they’re expanding out there.” Since Pueblo West was incorporated in 1969, most homes are from the 21st century.
Homes tend to be more modest and "cookie-Cutter" in style in Pueblo West.
Pueblo West has many ranch style homes and adobe style siding is also common.
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North of popular Lake Pueblo State Park
Pueblo West has only four parks; however, residents are close to tons of outdoor amenities. Just south of the city is Lake Pueblo State Park, a popular destination that draws visitors from across Colorado. “Everybody goes to the reservoir; people can swim, boat and jet ski,” Ely says. “There aren’t a lot of lakes and rivers in Colorado. Some people have to go a few hours to other areas, so having that recreational water with the reservoir is a huge draw.” Lovell Park is the largest city park at 21 acres; it has a swimming pool, fields and a dog park. The Civic Center Park is one of the city’s newest additions and hosts events like the summer concert series and Oktoberfest. Pueblo West manages over 40 miles of paved and unpaved multipurpose trails, and is scheduled to add more parks and trails to accommodate potential population growth, according to the city’s 2024 parks and recreation plan. Golfers can play 18 holes at the Desert Hawk Golf Course, and shooting ranges like Range 145 and the Pueblo West Sportsman’s Club are towards the north end of the city.
Enjoy the weekend at Lake Pueblo State Park.
Lake Pueblo State Park is a great place to cool off.
Desert Hawk Golf Course is located in central Pueblo West, making it convenient for all.
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Students can attend Pueblo County School District 70
Students will likely attend Pueblo County School District 70, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche. This is one of the largest school districts in Colorado, serving over 10,000 students. A collection of schools is dedicated to Pueblo West students, including five elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. Students can also attend an online academy, an international school or a charter school. College options available in Pueblo include the Colorado State University-Pueblo and Pueblo Community College.
Liberty Point Elementary School is one of two elementary schools serving the area.
Most students in the area will graduate from Pueblo West High School.
Sierra Vista Elementary School of the Pueblo County School District 70.
Sky View Middle School is a National Blue Ribbon School, and home to the Titans.
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All day activities at Fourth of July celebration
Pueblo West hosts events throughout the year, mostly between May and December. The city has tons of festivities for the Jack Fowler Fourth of July Memorial Celebration, including a morning pancake breakfast at the firehouse, water activities and contests, and nighttime fireworks. The city also hosts a summer concert series with local bands, food trucks and games. The Colorado State Fair is 11 miles away for locals; the ten-day annual fair has rodeos, fair foods, livestock and carnival rides.
Drivers take Highway 50 to I-25 and Pueblo Airport
Most people drive around Pueblo West. Highway 50 is the main route connecting drivers to Pueblo and Interstate 25, which runs to Colorado Springs 48 miles away. The Pueblo Memorial Airport is 15 miles away, offering daily flights to Denver International Airport. The nearest hospital is UCHealth Parkview Pueblo West, which has specialty clinics and an emergency room.
Restaurants scattered around McCulloch Boulevard
Pueblo West has a handful of restaurants, but no designated downtown area. “All the major services you need, you’re going to come back to Pueblo,” Ely says. Along McCulloch Boulevard are bars, bakeries and restaurants serving Mexican and American cuisine. Nearby shopping options include Walmart Supercenter; other major options are in Pueblo, either off Highway 50 or downtown. Locally-owned restaurants and some national chains are scattered throughout the region; it’s also easy to find the Slopper, a famous Pueblo dish. “It’s a city-know specialty. It’s an open-faced cheeseburger smothered in green chiles. Pueblo Green Chile comes from the area,” Ely says.
The Buckshot Bar & Grill is a Pueblo West legend, and packs them in on the weekends.
Pueblo West's Tumbleweed Grill is a popular stop for golfers after their round.
Pueblo West residents can run to Walmart for their grocery needs, and more.
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Small uptick in overall crime
The Pueblo County Sheriff’s Department serves Pueblo West. The county reported a 3% increase in crime from 2021 to 2022. Common offenses include vandalism and larceny.
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Pueblo West Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pueblo West, CO sell after 97 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Pueblo West, CO over the last 12 months is $417,950, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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