Real Estate Consultant,
CRS GRI
ERA Shields Corporation
5475 Tech Center Drive, Suite 300
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
719/593-1000 x347
1-800-888-8208
Fax: 719/548-9357
About Colorado Springs
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Outstanding Climate. Both the weather and the economy. The Pikes Peak region is blessed with scenary that inspired "America the Beautiful" and a climate that has brought people to the area for over a hundred years. Here is a thumbnail sketch of facts that help describe the Colorado Springs area. Please EMail me if you have additional questions.
Local Facts
| El Paso County Population | 541,500 |
| Colorado Springs Population | 374,900 |
| Median Household Income | $49,589 |
| Median Home Value | $185,000 |
| Average Monthly Utility Cost | $142 |
| Average Two Bedroom Apartment | $842/Mo |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% |
| Days of Sunshine | 250+ |
| Elevation | 5,546 to 7,200 feet above sea level |
| Annual Precipitation | 15.5 inches |
| Greatest Snowfall is in | March |
| Average Humidity | 45% |
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Colorado's weather is changeable because it is subject to weather fronts from both the northwest & southwest. Colorado's summer is warm with average daytime temperatures ranging from 75 degrees F. in the higher elevations to 95+ degrees F. at lower elevations and on the plains. Nighttime temperatures are a delight throughout the Front Range areas as they are cooler by an average of 20 to 30 degrees F. overall; if your daytime activities extend into the late evening, bring a light jacket or sweater even for the lower elevations.
Cooking, especially baking, requires minor altitude-related adjustments. If you find yourself out of breath or easily tired, remember that your body cannot be instantly "tuned" for high altitudes; in time you will become acclimated.
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For New Residents |
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Becoming a Resident of Colorado: After a move, you can become a reseident when you start employment and obtain a Colorado Drivers License and Colorado Vehicle License Plates. You may register to vote at the same location that you obtain your licenses.
Driving in Colorado: Once you start work, the state of Colorado requires you to obtain a Colorado Drivers License and Colorado Vehicle License plate within 90 days.
Vehicle Registration: Within the 90 day period, you are required to license all vehicles garaged in Colorado. The license and owner's tax fee is based on the vehicle age and value.
Emission Tests: Colorado's Front Range cities require emission testing for all automobiles and nonagricultural use trucks.
Insurance: Vehicle insurance coverage is mandatory and must be verified at the time of vehicle registration. The mandatory liability minimum is $25,000 bodily injury, $50,000 per accident, and $15,000 property damage.
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| Cost of Living - Composite |
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| Los Angeles,CA | | |  156% |
| Phoenix,AZ | 99% |  | |
| Portland,OR | | | 113% |
| Denver, CO | | | 103% |
| Colorado Springs | 98% | | |
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| Cost of Living - Utilities |
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| Los Angeles,CA | | | 116% |
| Phoenix,AZ | 94% | | |
| Portland,OR | | | 117% |
| Denver, CO | 82% | | |
| Colorado Springs | 92% | | |
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Source: American Chamber of Commerce Researchers Association
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Public School Districts
School Registration:
Public school registration will vary so it is best to contact the district where you live early to verify what they will require. It's a good idea to keep birth certificates handy. Some schools may require transfer of previous school records, which can take 14 to 30 days. Colorado's higher education institutions have in-state tuition available. To be eligible, you must reside in Colorado for 12 months, after meeting the residency requirements.
| District - # | Phone Number | Enrollment | Number of Teachers Employed | ACT Composite | SAT Math | SAT Verbal | 3rd Grade CSAP
% Reading Proficiency | 7th Grade CSAP
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| Academy - 20 | 598-2566 | 18,698 | 1,300 | 21.6 | 541 | 534 | 90% | 81% |
| Cheyenne Mtn. - 12 | 475-6100 | 4,100 | 350 | 23.5 | 575 | 569 | 90% | 89% |
| Colo. Sprgs. - 11 | 520-2005 | 32,550 | 1,950 | 18.9 | 555 | 547 | 71% | 61% |
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| Ellicott - 22 | 570-6038 | 950 | 73 | 18.5 | N/A | N/A | 58% | 65% |
| Falcon - 49 | 495-3601 | 8,590 | 404 | 19.5 | 612 | 598 | 77% | 64% |
| Fountain./ Ft. Carson - 8 | 382-1300 | 5,541 | 683 | 18.6 | 529 | 567 | 75% | 60% |
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| Harrison - 2 | 579-2000 | 10,449 | 742 | 16.6 | 447 | 467 | 62% | 47% |
| Lewis-Palmer - 38 | 488-4700 | 4,712 | 550 | 21.9 | 571 | 541 | 93% | 81% |
| Manitou Springs - 14 | 685-1235 | 1,356 | 191 | 20.6 | 532 | 552 | 85% | 74% |
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| Widefield - 3 | 391-3000 | 8,600 | 552 | 17.7 | 537 | 538 | 75% | 61% |
| Woodland Park - RE-2 | 687-6048 | 3,234 | 358 | 19.2 | 530 | 535 | 82% | 70% |
Source: Shields Real Estate
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Jo Ann Friedly & Wave's End Services, LLC
5475 Tech Center Drive, Suite 300. Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Phone: 719/593-1000 ext. 7347; 1-800-888-8208
www.joannfriedly.com
Fax: 719/548-9357 Email:joann.friedly@ERAshields.com
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