If you have spent time searching the MLS listings in other real estate markets lately, then you know Colorado Springs listings are something to get excited about!  Besides being one of the most beautiful locations to live in, relocating to Colorado Springs means you can count on a vibrant real estate landscape with an encouraging economic outlook.  The economic picture for Colorado Springs is positive, with continued job growth and an anticipated influx of military personnel to the region’s five military bases.

While you will certainly find an excellent selection of Colorado Springs home listings on the MLS, how do you know where to start your search?  An experienced Colorado Springs real estate agent can assess your family’s needs, budget and lifestyle, and direct you to the right homes the right neighborhoods. 

If you want a large home in a really nice neighborhood, check the Colorado Springs listings in Broadmoor, a prestigious area located southwest of the city and near the historic Five Diamond Broadmoor resort that gives the area its name. If the older homes in the immediate area aren’t for you, then check out Broadmoor Bluffs, which was built in the 1980s.  It features large mansion-style homes on expansive lots covered with scrub oak and frequented by wildlife. Both enjoy the same great school district -- Cheyenne Mountain -- and spectacular views of the city lights.

Another neighborhood to look for in the Colorado Springs home listings is Rockrimmon, just northwest of the city and nestled in the nearby foothills.  Rockrimmon features odd-shaped lots and homes that sit on hillsides.  Head out to Oak Hills Drive for a look at these interestingly landscaped properties covered with scrub oak, and don’t be surprised if you run into some bighorn sheep along the way. 

Northeast of downtown is the popular neighborhood of Briargate, which stretches over a huge area.  A maturing landscape and unique personal touches make this neighborhood stand out.  Because it is situated on a slight incline, it has excellent views of the mountains. 

Of course, this is just a sampling of some of the best places to start your search in the Colorado Springs listings.  Other popular neighborhoods include Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City and the Old North End.  Why not start your search today?