Local Information for Colorado Springs, CO

Colorado Springs is located at the center of the Colorado and near the foot of the Pikes Peak. It is the second most populous city in the state next to Denver. The weather is mostly sunny throughout the year and the cold during winter is only from mild to moderate. Economy-wise, the state is very progressive thanks to incomes from the military sector, service sector, high technology industries and tourism-related industries. The environment is obviously beautiful and the society in general is very pleasant. Many of its neighborhoods even have a quiet, small-town appeal. This makes Colorado Springs a good place to live for families. Plus, the cost of living in Colorado Springs is on par with the national average.

Affordable Housing in Colorado Springs

Many neighborhoods in Colorado Springs are known for their proximity to a landmark, an economic zone or schools. The Broadmoor, for example, lies along Broadmoor Avenue and is within walking distance of the Broadmoor Hotel and Resort. This is a neighborhood for the rich, where classic houses from the 1920's and 40's are restored. More affordable homes for the middle and low-income set can still be found in Atlanta though. Briargate is one. This neighborhood boasts cookie-cutter houses that eventually gained personal touches and renovations from their owners over the years. Some of the most affordable properties and apartments in Atlanta are also located at Colorado Springs Homes (particularly the neighborhoods in the Southeast, East, West, and Central and Downtown areas), Old Colorado City Homes (which is basically the housing area around West Colorado Boulevard), and the neighborhoods east of Powers.

Rental Assistance in Colorado Springs

Residents of Colorado Springs who are unable to pay for rent or a house on their own can apply for the Housing Choice Voucher program, more popularly known as the Section 8 Voucher program of the federal government. In charge of this program in this city is the Colorado Springs Housing Authority. There are also listings for condos, lofts, apartments with paid utilities and even foreclosures on the Internet. A simple search will surely yield several options that will fit your budget. There are many financial assistance programs in Atlanta that are funded by various organizations and companies. They were created to assist less-fortunate families with their payments for utilities and rent.