Colorado Springs, Colorado

Colorado Springs CO Real Estate, Colorado Springs area and Community Information

Located in the eastern central portion of Colorado near the base of Pikes Peak, you will find the city of Colorado Springs. Not only is this the largest city in Colorado, but it is also the second most populated city in the state. Colorado Springs is the county seat of El Paso County and is just a short distance from Denver.

History of Colorado Springs

The first people who lived on the land that is known as Colorado Springs today were Ute, Cheyenne and Arapaho Indian tribes. However, in 1803, the land became part of the United State's Louisiana purchase, and the Colorado Springs area was designated as part of the Kansas territory in 1854. Soon after this, it was named as part of Jefferson territory in Colorado, and just months later it became part of El Paso County. During the Pikes Peak Gold Rush of 1859, Colorado Springs exploded with growth. In 1873, the county seat of El Paso County was moved from Colorado City to Colorado Springs.

Parks and Recreation

If you decide to become a Colorado Springs home buyer, you will have access to dozens of beautiful neighborhood and community parks within the city. Perhaps the most popular park in the area is Memorial Community Park located on East Pikes Peak Avenue. Features of this park include a playground, baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, fishing and boating, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, a swimming pool, and tennis courts.

Another great park located minutes away from Colorado Springs properties is Wilson Ranch Community Park, which you will find on Alleghany Drive. This park offers such amenities as walking trails, playground equipment, tennis courts, a swimming pool, picnic shelters and basketball courts. A few other parks you may want to visit are Cottonwood Creek Community Park, Deerfield Park and Quail Lake Park.

Attractions and Activities

Colorado Springs is known best for its breathtaking scenery, and you will not have to go far to find some great outdoor attractions. Just a sample of nature-related attractions near Colorado Springs CO homes include Pikes Peak, Red Rock Canyon, Garden of the Gods, Bear Creek Nature Center and Seven Falls.

Searching for family friendly attractions near Colorado Springs real estate? Pile the kids in the car and visit Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs House of Bounce, Adventure Miniature Golf, and iT'Z Family Food and Fun. If you love museums, you will enjoy exploring Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, the Peterson Air and Space Museum, El Pomar Carriage Museum, and Ghost Town Museum.

Special Events in Colorado Springs

Most everyone loves a fun festival or other special event, and residents of real estate in Colorado Springs have the opportunity to attend various events all throughout the year. A favorite event among locals is the Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo. This event takes place in July and features bull riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and saddle bronc riding.

Another exciting festival that takes place near Colorado Springs homes for sale is the North Cheyenne Canon Hummingbird Festival. This festival is held in May and highlights such fun as live music, magicians, arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, craft activities for kids, and educational booths. Other noteworthy events in the area include Greek Fest (August) and the Colorado Balloon Classic (August - September).

If you have been looking for a place to live in Colorado that offers plenty of employment possibilities and fun attractions, the RE/MAX Performance team has the place for you! Give the RE/MAX Performance team a call, and we can help you find the perfect home in Colorado. There is a vast array of beautiful homes for sale in Colorado Springs, and there is sure to be one that you will want to call home!