Living Well In Woodmen Hills

I sold another house in the Woodmen Hills area this week. This is becoming a new favorite for some of my Colorado Springs home buyers for a number of reasons.

1. The cost of the homes is very reasonable. We still see some pretty nice homes, and some even new homes, for under $250,000. Spend more, get even nicer!

2. The lots sizes are big (most are 1/2 acre, some are 1 acre, some sections are smaller, but generally not less than 7500 sf)

3. The area amenities have expanded (the Super Walmart helps!), and access to the Powers shopping corridor is really good

4. It is pretty convenient to some of our larger employers, particularly Shriever AFB, Peterson AFB, Colorado Springs Airport area businesses, Penrose Hospital, and even Briargate and Northgate

5. The lifestyle issues are a big plus, with 2 recreation centers (including one with an outdoor pool) and a really nice golf course in the area (Antler Creek). There are also great walking paths.

6. Woodmen Road, the main artery back to the Springs, has finally been widened, and it is a breeze to get to town, not to mention the ongoing entertainment of the antelope herds make the drive pleasant.

7. It is 'friendlier' for parking things like trailers and RV's

8. There are more ranch style (single level) homes out here than in many other areas of town.

One of the biggest arguments I get against Woodmen Hills is the HOA dues of $148 per month. What is often overlooked however is that this includes $87 of water and sewer charges, which would normally be separate utilities billing in most areas, and also includes access to the recreation centers. Considering a family YMCA membership is $80/month, the dues start looking more like a bargain! The other complaint before people see it, is that they think it is too far out. It is actually only a 15 -20 drive from the Chapel Hills Mall, and only 10 minutes from Woodmen and Powers, not too bad!

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Access to the Eastern Plains Gets Much Better

Yesterday I drove out to Woodmen Hills in Falcon for an inspection on a new home, and was pleasantly surprised to see that the new widened portion of Woodmen Road was finally open. The drive out was quick, smooth, and pleasant. The pronghorns were out in force, and while this photo is not from yesterday, it gives an idea of what you see almost every day when you drive from the northeastern section of Colorado Springs to Falcon and Peyton, or visa versa. This new section of 4 lane road will significantly improve access for residents of Falcon, Banning Lewis Ranch, Forest Meadows, Black Forest and other eastern communities here.

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This weekend I showed homes in the Woodmen Hills area, and thought I would say a few words about it. This unique subdivision was built with mostly 1 acre and 1/2 acre lots, and most of the homes are less than 10 years old. It has 2 recreation centers ( of which now managed by the YMCA) , and while horses are not allowed, it is somewhat friendly for parking extra vehicles such as trailers and boats. The subdivision is located near Meridian and Woodmen Roads, where the new Falcon SuperWalmart and a host of shops, restaraunts and businesses (including the RE/MAX Properties Falcon office) are located. We looked at homes ranging from $235k to $275k (there are homes for even less on some smaller lots), and there were some very nice choices. Woodmen Hills has dues of around $125 per month that go for the recreation centers, water and sewer, and street lights. It is a little confusing, but the mailing address for homes here say Peyton, even though Peyton is quite a bit further northeast up Highway 24.
The Falcon area has been growing by leaps and bounds for years, it is very popular with people who work at Shriever AFB, Peterson AFB, the airport, or other east side employers, as well as anyone who just wants some extra breathing room at a reasonable price. Part of School District 49, Woodmen Hills is a good choice for someone who wants some city conveniences, and is willing to drive just a little for them, without the population density of areas like Stetson Hills.