Downtown

HISTORIC AND CHARMING

Downtown Colorado Springs is the heart and history of the Pikes Peak region. Because General Palmer was wealthy and a visionary, he could see what this area could bring.  So he purchased the area and designed and created a health and vacation destination. Therefore, by the late 1800’s, Colorado Springs was an authentic resort town.  Along with gorgeous mansions came golf courses and a polo field. Sparing no expense, General Palmer imported towering trees to line the streets. Millionaire businessmen and philanthropists loved the milder climate.  Not to mention the healing mineral springs, hence Colorado "Springs".

A BUSTLING ECLECTIC TOWN

The charming downtown Colorado Springs area still exists. So you will find historic districts throughout. Ten blocks north of the downtown area you find the Old North End. There you will find a large number of two- and three-story structures reflecting a Victorian architectural style. Homes were built lavishly.  Because it was the gold rush days, as a result, it is said, Cripple Creek area gold made that possible. You will still see today elaborate verandas, detailed and decorative woodwork around doors and windows and ornate glass windows.   It is noteworthy that many of these homes have been beautifully updated and remodeled.

RESTAURANTS AND BOUTIQUES

Downtown Colorado Springs is convenient to just about everything.  Great restaurants and upscale shopping are right there.   Interstate I25 passes right by.  The Downtown area is a huge draw for residents who want to personally experience the city’s history and charm.  And for a visit, you will find such hotels as the upscale Broadmoor Hotel, Cheyenne Mountain Inn, and the Antlers, a Wyndham Hotel.

COLORADO COLLEGE

Snuggled in the midst of beautiful Victorian homes  you will find Colorado College, located in the Old North End.  Converted to student housing, some of these Victorian homes provide unique living.  Prestigious and nationally known it is a beautiful campus with some old and new buildings amidst rolling lawns.  Home to a diverse group of folks, blended with a youthful atmosphere, Downtown Colorado Springs is a fun place to live.

If you would like to explore what living would be like in the Colorado Springs Downtown area, just let us know and we will do our best to help you find just the neighborhood environment you are looking for.