Neighborhoods
Fountain / Widefield
Off-Post$1,500 to $2,000/mo
South of post, closest off-post option, most affordable, large military community
Security / Broadmoor
Off-Post$1,700 to $2,300/mo
Central Colorado Springs, varied neighborhoods, good access to base
Briargate / Northgate
Off-Post$1,800 to $2,400/mo
North Colorado Springs, excellent schools, newer construction, 35 min to south gate
Pueblo West
Off-Post$1,400 to $1,800/mo
South of Fort Carson, very affordable, rural feel, longer commute
Schools
Fountain-Fort Carson D8
Grades K to 12
Closest to post, serves Fountain area, solid military-experienced district
Academy D20
Grades K to 12
Briargate/Northgate area, top-rated district in the Springs, worth the commute
Colorado Springs D11
Grades K to 12
Central Springs, mixed ratings, some excellent individual schools
Housing Intel
On-Post Housing
Balfour Beatty manages on-post housing. Mountain views from some units. Apply early, demand is high.
Off-Post Rental Market
Colorado Springs market has risen significantly. Fountain area offers best value for BAH.
Commute
Post has multiple gates. South Gate serves Fountain best. North Gate for Powers/Briargate commuters. I-25 can be busy during peak hours.
Installation Highlights
- 14,000 ft Pikes Peak visible from post
- World-class skiing at Vail, Breckenridge, Telluride (2 to 3 hrs)
- Hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing at Garden of the Gods (free)
- Multiple bases in the Springs: Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, NORAD
- Strong spouse job market in the defense contractor ecosystem