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2008 BEST CITIES
COLORADO SPRINGS
This city has a healthy inventory of new single-family construction under $300,000. Most of these developments can be found in east Colorado Springs, referred to as Powers Corridor, and situated near Peterson's Airforce base.
You can find upscale gated neighborhoods in west Colorado Springs. And in this market, all prices are up for negotiation. Take a look at real estate values from the $200s up to a million.
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2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
Derek and Marina Wagner, Keller Williams
Square Feet: 2,990
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2.5
This modern home has hardwood floors throughout, a wet bar and an outdoor stone fireplace on the front patio. Close to shopping, dining and entertainment. The area is home to Peterson Air Force Base and Schriever Air Force Base. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Keller Williams Clietns Choice
Square Feet: 2,127
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
This model starter home in Powers comes with second-floor laundry, two-car garage and standard upgrades. More homes are available with incentives. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Keller Williams
Square Feet: 1,585
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 4
This 1975 southwestern home was renovated in 2006. Custom touches create a welcoming entrance with its carved doors, and stone and stucco porch. Another unique feature is artesian-crafted tilework in the master bathroom. Sitting on a half-acre in the Park Vista Estates, this retreat is just ten miles northeast of the city. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Prudential Professional
Square Feet: 2,627
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
This contemporary custom stucco ranch (with loft) is found in the Bear Creek park area; it's just five miles from the center of downtown and yet offers unobstructed city views. Each bathroom has a suana, plus there's a eight-person jetted tub. The designer kitchen combines granite and Corian with maple. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Todd Hentosz, Keller Williams
Square Feet: 4,034
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
This upscale home in Briargate’s Pine Creek golf community has a view of Pike’s Peak from the back patio. An open-living floorplan and arched doorways complete the picture. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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The Maguire Team
Square Feet: 4,847
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Located in northwest Colorado Springs, this brick home has more than 1,000 square feet of courtyards and patios that provide views of the foothills of Woodmen Valley. Architectural details include wood-beam ceilings and arched doorways. A gourmet kitchen and energy-star rating are also worth noting. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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The Real Estate Network
Square Feet: 5,131
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
This 2003 stone and stucco construction is located at the Top of the Skyway with city and mountain views from every window. This development is comprised of custom homes within short reach of the city and backs to Bear Creek Park offering nature and trails. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Prudential
Square Feet: 4,194
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Venturing to the outerlying area finds Manitou Springs', ten miles west of downtown. This designer home (see photo on the first slide) features privacy, wildlife, waterfalls, nature views within the comfort and safety of a gated community. Built into the landscape this four-level home has an and three master suites. Designer touches include custom stained glass, antique church doors, mantle church railings and Brazillian cherry. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Square Feet: 7,300
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5.5
This custom-built is located in High Forest Ranch, an exclusive gated community twenty miles north of downtown and just eight miles from the Powers Corridor. The great room faces the backyard with forest views. Multiple decks and covered porches enhance the home's environment for entertaining as well as a recreation room and bar and a gourmet kitchen with two islands. Additional living space includes a study and fitness room. 2008 BEST CITIES: No. 5 Colorado Springs, Colorado
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Kim Carper, The Platinum Group Realtors
Square Feet: 7,700
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 7
This distinctive mountain estate turns every day into a vacation -- well, almost. There's a Hawaiian-themed media room and an Italian bar with a built-in espresso machine for entertaining. For a spa retreat, look no further than the master suite, where you'll find a unique teak soaking tub that has a nine-foot waterfall. Great views of Pike's Peak, too.
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