241 discussions from residents and visitors
Hey everyone, We relocated for my husband's job in legal. The weather averaging 48F year-round is {weather_feel}. Public transit is a work in progress - you'll want a car. Would love local perspectives.
I've been working remotely from Colorado Springs for 1 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Could be better but workable with a...
Hey folks, The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up.
I'm currently renting in Wolf Ranch and trying to figure out my next move. I keep discovering new spots even after 2 years. A friend just bought in Wolf Ranch for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. Property values in Rockrimmon went up 8% last year alone. What I like: - Good parks and trails - ...
Long time reader, first time posting. I travel for work but Colorado Springs is home base. The parks system here is underrated. I'm paying /mo for a 2-bed in Old Colorado City and honestly is getting ridiculous. Crime rate at 585.0/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. What I like: - Diver...
For context, I saw that rent in Falcon is now /mo which is expected. I keep discovering new spots even after 3 years. Appreciate the help.
Hi all, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $83,198, which feels pretty solid for the area. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Would love some local perspective. A...
Alright, need some real talk here. I work remote and chose Colorado Springs specifically for the lifestyle. Crime rate at 585.0/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. The food scene in Gold Hill Mesa is honestly incredible.
Alright, need some real talk here. I travel for work but Colorado Springs is home base. With a population of 483,099, the city has a {city_feel}. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable. Is this just me?
Hey everyone, I'm a 40-year-old family with kids who's been in Colorado Springs for 2 years. The community in Gold Hill Mesa is really tight-knit. A friend just bought in Gold Hill Mesa for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. The weather averaging 48F year-round is {weather_feel}. What I like: ...
First post here. Average temperature is around 48°F, so expect cold winters. Thoughts?
For context, We relocated for my husband's job in retail. With a population of 483,099, the city has a {city_feel}. Grocery prices are creeping up but still manageable. Am I being unrealistic?
Alright, need some real talk here. I work remote and chose Colorado Springs specifically for the lifestyle. Median income here is around which {inc_feel}. The food scene in Flying Horse is honestly incredible. Roast me or validate me, I can take it.
Alright, I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. It's a a mid-size city city with about 483K people. Household incomes average around $83,198 in Colorado Springs. Homes are going for about $420,700 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still ...
Random thought, I relocated for work and Any advice would be great. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.
Hey folks, Household incomes average around $83,198 in Colorado Springs. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.
I know this gets asked a lot but College student at the university, graduating soon. I saw that rent in Flying Horse is now /mo which is insane. The school system in Flying Horse is actually solid. Appreciate the help.
I work in tech and Rent is about $1,562/month for a decent place. The suburbs are where most families end up. Am I wrong here? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, b...
So I've lived in Northgate for the past 6 years. Nightlife is decent if you know where to go. A friend just bought in Northgate for K and I'm not sure if that was smart. Property values in Falcon went up 14% last year alone. The healthcare scene here is really picking up. Grocery prices are creep...
Born and raised Colorado Springs. Never left. Crime rate at 585.0/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. The retail scene here is really picking up. What would you do?
Curious what people think. I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider — Colorado Springs sits at 585.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $83,198 in Colorado Springs. Rent is about $1,562/month for a decent place. Property taxes are high but you get good services. There's a...
Hey folks, I've been here for 6 years and The median home value here is around $420,700, which is pretty steep. Median household income is $83,198, which feels pretty solid for the area. Average temperature is around 48°F, so expect cold winters. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. ...
Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,562 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Colorado Springs sits at 585.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $420,700 on average. Household incomes average around $83,198 in Colorado Springs. Downtown has improved a lot in recent y...
Can we talk about Downtown has improved dramatically since I first moved here. I saw that rent in Black Forest is now /mo which is expected. Home prices averaging is {home_feel}. What I like: - Affordable compared to coastal cities - Strong local businesses - Good healthcare options - Strong ar...
Hello, I'm originally from Nashville and Average temperature is around 48°F, so expect cold winters. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? Any help is appreciated.
I know this gets asked a lot but My wife and I moved here from Indianapolis about 12 years ago. Crime rate at 585.0/100K residents is something to {crime_feel}. The weather took some getting used to but I actually love it now. Thoughts?
Anyone else feel this way? People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What would you do?
So hear me out. Parent of two, been here since 2020. I keep discovering new spots even after 9 years. Unemployment at 3.6% is {unemp_feel}. Unemployment at 3.6% is {unemp_feel}. I feel like Colorado Springs is becoming more expensive without getting better. I keep discovering new spots even after...
Random thought, I've been here for 1 years and Homes are going for about $420,700 on average. Median household income is $83,198, which feels pretty solid for the area. The median home value here is around $420,700, which is pretty steep. With a population of 483K, Colorado Springs is a mid-size cit...
Long time reader, first time posting. Transplant from Salt Lake City. Been here 5 months now. Traffic has gotten noticeably worse in the past year. The weather averaging 48F year-round is {weather_feel}. Unemployment at 3.6% is {unemp_feel}. I've never felt unsafe walking around Northgate at nigh...
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