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Kissing Camels

Kissing Camels

Suburban Neighborhood in Colorado Springs, Colorado

El Paso County 80904

$981,413 Average Value
$354 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

Sought after luxury community

With a name like Kissing Camels, an explanation is essential. Colorado Springs’ most luxurious neighborhood is named after an iconic rock formation at Garden of the Gods with the same name that resembles two kissing camel heads.

There are serval mansions within the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
There are serval mansions within the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
There are several large homes in the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
There are several large homes in the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
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Garden of the Gods and

Garden of the Gods is a great choice for outdoor activity. The Visitor and Nature Center is conveniently located near your home, with the dog park next door. The 1,300 acre park has plenty of spaces to walk, hike or bike along paved and dirt trails. Many Kissing Camels residents are also members of the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club. The 27-hole Kissing Camels Golf Club is part of the club and serves as your neighborhood’s massive centerpiece.

Enjoy the day with the family at Garden of the Gods Park.
Enjoy the day with the family at Garden of the Gods Park.
Relax and soak in the natural beauty here in the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
Relax and soak in the natural beauty here in the Kissing Camels neighborhood.
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Luxury housing options

Homes range from $750,000 to $3.5 million, starting with late 1990s Millennial Mansions and leading to Contemporary custom-built mansions. Properties with price tags up to $1.5 million are located along the lower half of Kissing Camels, near main roads. These homes average five bedrooms and four bathrooms spread across over 4,000 square feet. Lots larger than a quarter acre provide the privacy and personal space neighbors deem vital. Mansions tend to have spots on higher elevations, offering beautiful views of Garden of the Gods’ sandstone structures with Pikes Peak in the background. Lush green grass and mature trees stretch across half-acre lots, extending the boundaries of homes far past four walls. You can also find master-planned housing developments, townhomes and condominium complexes within the $300,000-$650,000 range, but these are not the main reasons buyers bring their search to Kissing Camels.

Colorado Springs School District 11

Students can attend Howbert Elementary, Holmes Middle and Coronado High Schools, all of which received B-minus or higher grades on Niche. The three schools are also located less than two miles from each other. Howbert’s significantly above-average math and science test scores earned the school a 6-out-of-10 from GreatSchools. Holmes received an A-minus from Niche for teachers and has a 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Coronado High has high participation in AP classes, with a pass rate higher than 66%. Students average a 3.44 GPA and have an 81% graduation rate.

Grocery shopping and local eateries

King Soopers sits at the bottom of your neighborhood, so residents don’t have to sacrifice convenience for a secluded lifestyle. A popular local restaurant, Heart of Jerusalem, is in the same shopping center. Customers praise Heart of Jerusalem for its extensive menu, fresh food, and friendly atmosphere. Visitors can try the restaurant’s namesake sandwich: a pita stuffed with grilled and chopped chicken breast, shaved gyro meat, hummus and magic sauce. Red Leg Brewing Company offers a lengthy menu of craft beers, cocktails and wines, as well as excellent mountain views in its expansive outdoor area.

King Soopers is conveniently located in Kissing Camels.
King Soopers is conveniently located in Kissing Camels.
Stop by for some amazing Greek food at the Heart of Jerusalem in the Kissing Camels neighborhood
Stop by for some amazing Greek food at the Heart of Jerusalem in the Kissing Camels neighborhood
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Proximity to downtown

The quiet, private lifestyle still lends itself to quick commutes around Colorado Springs. Run errands at University Village, located six miles north, off Interstate 25. Downtown is the same distance south on I-25 and Old Colorado City is a shorter, five-mile drive.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

City of Colorado Springs Municipal

29 min drive

Bus

Fillmore & Grand Vista

Bus

Garden Of The Gods Visitor And Nature Center

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Kissing Camels US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$1,035,000
Median Single Family Price
$1,175,000
Median Townhouse Price
$905,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$305,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$354
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
70
Months of Supply
2.20
Median List Price
$992,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
734
Median Year Built
1988
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,269
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,631
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,321
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,020
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
20,473

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,068
Median Age
57
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
14%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.2%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$87,003
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$128,019

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
53.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.8%
% Population in Labor Force
47.5%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
51''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

9 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

20 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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