Manitou Springs Colorado, an amazing clash of culture and geography. Located at the base of Pikes Peak and at the opening of Colorado Springs, Manitou is its own little niche. The art community here is very strong and diverse. A short walk around the town center will delight. Real Estate has always been in demand here even through some of Colorado’s roughest times. Search for Properties Search for Properties 04/23/2009

Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes Single Family Homes in Crystal Valley were primarily built in the 1960's to 1980's.  The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 2500 to 3000 square footage.  The absorption rate of .5 houses per month shows that there is 20 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a BUYERS  MARKET in this area. Recap of 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004   1-1-2009 to 3-31-09 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Number of Homes Sold 1  17  10  20 16 13 Average List Price $284,000 $329,029 $333,120 $363,665 $317,787 $306,230 Average Sold Price $270,000 $316,676 $318,800 $355,845 $306,793 $299,030 Avera... 04/14/2009

I will neither confirm nor deny our actions, the other day… But here are some pictures from our trip to the Manitou Incline. However, before I continue, here are some info on the Manitou Incline: The Manitou Incline used to be a railroad track. The rails are no longer there, but most of the ties are still in place. The average grade is about 40%, and the steepest grade is 68%! The complete hike is 1 mile long and ascends over 2,000 feet in altitude. The first 1/4 of the incline is owned by the City of Colorado Springs and the last 1/4 is owned by the Forest Service. The middle section is PRIVATE PROPERTY and to cross the signs and continue the hike is TRESPASSING … and  ILLEGAL. Regardless of this fact, DROVES of people (athletes and non-athlete’s alike) trek up the Manitou Incline ever... 04/07/2009

Here is the 2008 annual housing market data for Manitou Springs. Average Days on Market: The annual 2008 average days on market for the Manitou Springs real estate market averaged at about 104 days. This means that the average home for sale in Manitou Springs sat on the market for about 3 1/2 months before accepting an offer. Broken down by month, we see the following: The highest days on market were in November (191 days) and the lowest days on market were in May (28 days). Homes for Sale: The Manitou Springs Springs real estate market saw an average of 55 available homes for sale each month in 2008. An average of 11 new listings came on the market each month and an average of 5 homes sold each month. So, we an average of 9.6% of the available homes SOLD each month (3.2% - 14.6%). The ... 03/10/2009

Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes Single Family Homes in Crystal Valley were primarily built in the 1960's to 1980's.  The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 2500 to 3000 square footage.  The absorption rate of 1.4 houses per month shows that there is 5 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a        MARKET in this area. Recap of December Activity   Homes Sold in the last month:   -0- Recap of 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004   2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Number of Homes Sold  17  10  20 16 13 Average List Price  $329,029  $333,120 $363,665 $317,787 $306,230 Average Sold Price  $316,676  $318,800 $355,845 $... 01/24/2009

Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes Single Family Homes in Crystal Valley were primarily built in the 1960's to 1980's.  The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 2500 to 3000 square footage.  The absorption rate of 1.4 houses per month shows that there is 5 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a  NEUTRAL MARKET in this area. Recap of December Activity   Homes Sold in the last month:   -0-  Recap of 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, and 2004    2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 Number of Homes Sold  17  10  20 16 13 Average List Price  $329,029  $333,120 $363,665 $317,787 $306,230 Average Sold Price  $316,676  $318,800 $355,8... 01/21/2009

Just when you might think the holiday festivities are over, here's another annual tradition being held this Saturday in Manitou Springs, Colorado.  This annual event challenges participants to design their own devices to throw that holiday fruitcake further than anyone else. The weather is supposed to be pretty good (40 degrees or so) and the fun runs from 930-2pm in Memorial Park.  Come out and get some fresh air and have some fun! The tenetive schedule is listed below.  Additional information can be found on the Manitou Springs website. 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. REGISTRATION 10:00 MEDIA TOSS 10:15 KIDS GREAT FRUITCAKE PERFORMANCE 10:30 KIDS & ADULTS FRUITCAKE TOSS 11:00 - Launch, Hurl, Pneumatic for Distance 11:30 Launch, Hurl Pneumatic for Accuracy 12:00 Catch The Fruitcake 12:30 Crowd ... 01/02/2009

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas!  We had a good snowfall this weekend which has made everything look very wintry.  Of course, its supposed to be 50 degrees tomorrow - but such is the weather in Colorado Springs. Along the lines of planning family fun this holiday season, the 2008 annual Christmas Parade in Manitou Springs is a few weeks away.  Mark your calenders for December, 13th starting at 12:00 PM.  The parade runs through downtown Manitou Avenue and can be a great tie in to a little Christmas shopping along the quaint shops that can be found in Manitou. Happy Holidays! 12/01/2008

Read Full Report: Manitou Springs Real Estate Market Report for October 2008 The Manitou Springs real estate market report for October 2008 includes the all areas of Manitou Springs which is located west of Colorado Springs in the Rocky Mountain foothills. Manitou Springs is known for its rich history and unique setting. Single Family Manitou Springs Homes Active homes for sale: 48 Homes sold in October 2008: 7 Average Sale Price: $220,085 Average Days on Market: 30 days Townhomes, Condos and lofts in Manitou Springs Active homes for sale: 20 NO SALES in October 2008 Featured Homes for Sale in Manitou Springs (call for details 719.434.7525): 102 Navajo 833 Shoshone Search All Homes for Sale in Manitou Springs "Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. ("RSC"), for... 11/20/2008

Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes  Single Family Homes in Crystal Valley were primarily built in the 1960's to 1980's.  The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 2500 to 3000 square footage.  The absorption rate of  1.77 houses per month shows that there is  8  month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a BUYERS MARKET in this area. Crystal Hills is located in in Manitou Springs Located in District 14 schools Crystal Hills Homes in Manitou Springs are: 15 - 20 minutes from Fort Carson 15 - 25 minutes from Pikes Peak Community College 20 Minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport 15 - 25  minutes from Citadel Sho... 10/17/2008

As a Colorado Springs native I have often wondered about the history of Manitou Springs, Colorado.  So I did some digging and this is what I found.  I also add at the bottom some great information on what the statistics are now.  General William Jackson Palmer is the founder of Colorado Springs.  He and the English physician, Dr. William Bell, first visited the springs of Manitou in 1868.  Both fell in love with this beautiful valley, and pictured the area as a health spa.  That was the vision when Manitou Springs was in its initial development.  Then that vision started to fade and Manitou Springs becamse one of the original tourist destination in Colorado.  Manitou Springs sits at the base of amazing mountain, Pikes Peak.  It has a small town feel and flourishes with arts and great re... 10/06/2008

Manitou Springs is a bustling little town located 4 Miles west of Colorado Springs . Although this community is located in the foothills of the Front Range , its feel is distinctively that of a mountain town.   Manitou is situated between the Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak , America ’s most famous mountain. “Manitou," a Native American word for "spirit," describes this beautiful mountain community. Nine named mineral springs throughout town are fed by the snows of Pikes Peak . The Ute, Cheyenne and many other natives considered this area sacred.   MANITOU SPRINGS MARKET STATISTICS-AUGUST 2008 Median List Price: $187,500 Average Sales Price: $269,250 Median Sales Price: $171,000 Listing Discount: 9.1% Average Days on Market: 63 Months of Existing Inventory: 10   Courtesy Joe Boylan: h... 09/25/2008

The market numbers are in for the month of July of 2008 in Manitou Springs. All in all, July was a pretty average month for Manitou Springs. Manitou has continued to hold steady month after month. Here are the numbers for the month of July, 2008 in Manitou Springs Real Estate: Manitou Springs Numbers July 2008 Number of Sales 5 Median Sales Price $267,500 Avg Sale Price $283,900 Med List Price $275,000 Listing Discount 1.5% Averge Days on Market 36 Contributed by: Joe Boylan-http://www.Springshomes.com 08/14/2008

Colorado Springs Real Estate Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes Single Family Homes in Crystal Valley were primarily built in the 1960's to 1980's.  The majority of the houses are ranches and 2-storys, with 3 to 5 bedrooms, 2- 3 baths, and 2 car garages.   The average home has appx. 2500 to 3000 square footage.  The absorption rate of  1.85 house per month shows that there is a 7.5 month supply of houses on the market; the housing market is currently a BUYERS MARKET in this area. Crystal Hills is located in the west area of Colorado Springs in Manitou Springs Located in District 14 schools Crystal Hills Homes in Manitou Springs are: 15 - 20 minutes from Fort Carson 15 - 25 minutes from Pikes Peak Community College 20 Minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport... 08/12/2008

The Manitou Springs real estate market for July 2008 includes the all areas of Manitou Springs which is located west of Colorado Springs in the Rocky Mountain foothills. Manitou Springs Real Estate Market - June 2008 Active homes for sale in Manitou Springs: 88 Single Family Homes in Manitou Springs Homes sold in July 2008: 5 Average Sale Price: $283,900 Median Sale Price: $267,500 Average Days on Market: 36 days Average Sale Price/List Price: 98.5% Lofts, Townhomes and Condos in Manitou Springs Homes sold in July 2008: 1 Average Sale Price: $223,000 Median Sale Price: $223,000 Average Days on Market: 3 days Average Sale Price/List Price: 97% "Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. ("RSC"), for the period July 1-31, 2008.  RSC does not guarantee or is in any way... 08/07/2008

Manitou Springs Homes Median Pricing has increased in the last year If all you did was read the headlines in the newspapers, you would think every area in Colorado Springs has seen a huge decrease in housing prices.   Not true! As the chart illustrates, when you compare the pricing in Manitou Springsfor the last 4 years, the pricing has actually increased.  In fact, the pricing in Manitou Springs for homes has increased by $25,000 when comparing the same quarter of 2008 to 2007, which is an 8% increase. Remember, all real estate is regional; market, pricing, and conditions vary neighborhood by neighborhood     A Colorado Springs Real Estate Agent You Can Trust Selling HOMES in El Paso & Douglas County; including Colorado Springs, Monument,  Fountain, Larkspur, Pueblo, Castle Rock, Manit... 07/22/2008

Manitou Springs is a bustling little town located 4 Miles west of Colorado Springs. Although this community is located in the foothills of the Front Range, its feel is distinctively that of a mountain town. Here is a quick breakdown on the Real Estate Sales activity in the Manitou Springs area for the month of June of 2008:     * Number of Sales: 9     * Median List Price: $325,000     * Average Sales Price: $315,777     * Median Sales Price: $310,000     * Average Days on Market: 160     Courtesy Joe Boylan: http://www.SpringsHomes.com   07/15/2008

The Manitou Springs market for June 2008 includes the all areas of Manitou Springs which is located west of Colorado Springs in the Rocky Mountain foothills. Single Family Homes Active homes for sale: 62 Homes sold in June 2008: 9 Average Sale Price: $315,777 Median Sale Price: $310,000 Average Days on Market: 160 days Average Sale Price/List Price: 94.7% Lofts, Townhomes and Condos Active homes for sale: 15 Homes sold in June 2008: 5 Average Sale Price: $303,641 Median Sale Price: $347,500 Average Days on Market: 138 days Average Sale Price/List Price: 100.1% "Based on information from the Pikes Peak REALTOR Services Corp. ("RSC"), for the period June 1-30, 2008.  RSC does not guarantee or is in any way responsible for its accuracy.  Data maintained by RSC may not reflect all real esta... 07/13/2008

Cliff house in Manitou Springs - History and progress butt heads The Cliff House has plans for a $15 million to $20 million expansion which will more than double the number of rooms at the hotel. Adding more sleeping rooms, meeting space, a pool, and spa facilities will give it the ability to compete for convention and meeting bookings; which provides the "bread and butter" income for most properties.   Local residents are concerned that the expansion will change their views, increase road traffic, and hurt their property value; all valid concerns.  Part of the charm on Manitou Springs is that it is a sleepy historic mountain hamlet; and the Cliff House has been part of the community for many years.   It was originally built in 1874 as a stagecoach stop; and its history includes being a... 07/07/2008

Colorado Springs Real Estate Market Report for Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Single Family Homes Crystal Hills is located in the west area of Colorado Springs in Manitou Springs Located in District 14 schools Crystal Park Homes in Manitou Springs are: 15 - 20 minutes from Fort Carson 15 - 25 minutes from Pikes Peak Community College 20 Minutes from the Colorado Springs Airport 15 - 25  minutes from Citadel Shopping Mall 5 -15 Minutes from Downtown Colorado Springs 20 - 25 minutes from UCCS 5 - 10 Minutes from Garden of the Gods 5 - 15 minutes from Downtown Colorado Springs Have great views of Pikes Peak Close to the Broadmoor Hotel Recap of  June Activity in Crystal Hills in Manitou Springs Homes Sold in the last month:   8 Average Listing Price:  $274,900 to $390,000 Average days o... 07/06/2008