The Skyway neighborhood in Colorado Springs is located in the Southwest part of Colorado Springs nestled up to the hills of the Front Range. Skyway is generally split up into two parts. Lower Skyway has older style homes built in the 1960s near Bear Creek Park. Upper Skyway or Top of Skyway has newer homes in the steeper part of the area west of Lower Skyway. The Skyway neighborhood is bordered on the north by Bear Creek Park, to the east by 8th Street and to the south by North Cheyenne Canon Park and to the west lies Gold Camp Road and the National Forest. Views are abundant from homes in this area both of the mountains and east to the city below.
Skyway homes for sale are located in the Cheyenne Mountain #12 attendance area. Gold Camp Elementary School is located directly in the neighborhood and Cheyenne Mountain High School is located at the southern edge of the neighborhood.
Homes for sale in Skyway average $125 per square feet and homes in this area average 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2,600 square feet. Homes in this area vary greatly in age with many homes in Lower Skyway built in the 50s and 60s and many of the homes in Upper Skyway built in the late 90s and early 2000s. There are still a few lots left in the neighborhood, so an occasional new build can be found here.
Homes for Sale in other areas of the Southwest Colorado Springs (Broadmoor area) tend to be single family homes on larger lots, with smaller and more affordable homes in the eastern part of the area closer to Ft. Carson army base.
Many homes for sale have fantastic Pikes Peak or front range views and the homes in the hills behind the Broadmoor Hotel have amazing city views as well.Â
WOW. Beautiful is an understatement in describing this almost 7000 sq feet home. Starting with a brick paved driveway which will take you to the entrance of this magnificent home. To your left is the receiving area with its high ceiling and top to ceiling windows. To the right is the formal dining room which will take you to the open kitchen overlooking the family room and library.
A wonderful, private location at the end of a cul-de-sac that has been totally remodeled in the last two years! Gourmet kitchen with beautiful granite and great accent tile backsplash with well-planned cabinetry for all your needs! Alder wood cabinets with slow close, stainless steel appliances, custom blinds -- some with remotes.
Spectacular views of the mountains and the city lights, hardwood floors and a custom redesigned kitchen! Beautiful 3200 sq ft home in Skyway! Double ovens, quartz counters, 42" upper cabinets, soft close and pull-out drawers. The utensil drawer even has a roll-able upper tray for double storage of all your silverware.
Southwest or the Broadmoor area of Colorado Springs is located in the southwest corner of El Paso County. This area is south of Downtown Colorado Springs and west of I-25 and borders the front range near Norad and Cheyenne Mountain. This area is conveniently located new Ft. Carson army base and is home to the famous Broadmoor Hotel.
Schools in Southwest Colorado Springs
The Southwest or Broadmoor area of Colorado Springs is home to 2 school districts. On the eastern edge is Harrison School District #2 closer to downtown and Ft. Carson. Harrison School District D2 has 13 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 2 main high schools. The western part of the Southwest (Broadmoor) area is home to Cheyenne Mountain School District #12. This district has 5 elementary schools as well as Cheyenne Mountain Middle School, Cheyenne Mountain High School, and The Vanguard School. Additionally, the Colorado Springs School, a private school, is located in the area.
Weather in Southwest Colorado Springs
The weather in Southwest Colorado Springs tends to be a little more temperate than in other parts of the Colorado Springs area due to its lower elevation. Average highs in the winter are in the mid 40’s with average lows dropping down to 18-20 degrees. Summertime temperatures average 80-85 degrees with the lows in the upper 50s. Cheyenne Canon and Cheyenne Mountain State Park are a big draw for hikers, and campers and the weather will keep you outside all year long.
