If you are looking for a house to buy or rent in Colorado Springs, then you will definitely have a lot to choose from. Colorado Spring houses are very diverse and are available in many different neighborhoods. There are residential homes, condos, townhomes, foreclosures, new homes, and multi-family homes. Many of the homes are moderately priced; however, there are luxury homes available in most areas. Of course what really matters is the type of house you are looking for, and the amount you have to spend.
If you would like a house on a large expanse of land, not too close to your neighbor, then an area like Black Forest might be most suited for you. The houses here are situated on large lots, and there are many trees dotting the landscape. The prices run the gamut of the price range. It is possible to find large 7 bedroom homes that sell for over 2mil, as well as smaller 2 and 3 bedroom homes that sell for $200,000 and less, it all depends.
If you are looking for a house that is really far away from it all, then a good area to consider would be Woodland Park. Woodland Park is located at the foot of Pikes Peak, which is probably the most visited mountain in North America; it is an out-and-out tourist attraction. The houses here are very affordable, and house prices have been deflated and continue to fall due, because of the weak US economy. Because of this, now is as good a time as any to buy a house.
If you prefer a house in a planned community, then consider getting a house in an area like Northgate. This is one of the areas in Colorado Springs that has some newer homes available. It is a popular choice because it is very close to the city center, as well as to the city of Denver. The houses here are affordable, and the lot sizes are generally quite large. In addition, there are some nice shopping and recreational areas.
Selling Colorado Spring houses will be a little more complex than buying, as the market is really a buyer’s one. Nonetheless, it is possible to get a good selling price in the soft market that exists in Colorado Springs. It would be advisable to seek the assistance of a professional realtor to assist in this regard, as there are some challenges in being able to get top dollar in this type of market.
The market for Colorado Springs houses is relatively buoyant. So far in 2011 most regions have had an average of 150 homes on the market, and some have stayed on the market for only a short time. The average sales price for houses in most areas teetered in the region of $200,000 to $300,000. However, this is an average value, so there will always be variances depending on the region of Colorado Springs the house is located. Houses in the downtown and central regions are somewhat more expensive due to their proximity to the city center.