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Ranching roots and tree-canopied streets today in this southern Springs area
With Downtown Colorado Springs only a mile west, the walkable Middle Shooks Run is a conveniently located community with high-rated schools, the massive U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center and a variety of older homes. “It has a plentiful supply of durable homes that maintain their value over the years,” says Darlene Cramm, Realtor for Keller Williams Clients’ Choice Realty and longtime Colorado Springs resident. The area also has notable historical origins. In 1865, some of the area’s earliest pioneers, Peter and Denton Shook, settled on 80 acres of land to ranch cattle. In 1948, the integrated Cotton Club was opened by renowned Black socialite Fannie Mae Duncan. Today, snow-capped Front Range mountains can be seen while driving along the area’s wide residential streets, and major thoroughfares like East Willamette are canopied by oak and pine trees. Walking and biking on paths like Shooks Run Trail are popular pastimes here, and folks have access to multiple city parks. The Middle Shooks Run Neighborhood Association is active in the community and hosts history walks around the area, bi-yearly clean-ups of the Shooks Run Creek, and the Summerfest in Middle Shooks Run Park. “It’s a desirable neighborhood. You always see people out walking their dogs or pushing strollers,” Cramm says.
Middle Shooks Run neighborhood is located next to Downtown Colorado Springs.
Stop by and visit the Olympic Training Center which is open to the public in Middle Shooks Run.
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Historic homes in Middle Shooks Run
The residential streets here are gridded and lined with sprawling maple, oak and pine trees. Nearly every road has narrow, concrete sidewalks and tall lampposts, and it’s normal to see people parking their cars in the street.
The community has a handful of early 20th-century bungalows and cottages, mostly gathered in the western part. These homes of around 1,500 square feet or less have stucco and wooden exteriors and short picket fences surrounding the yard. Some have Victorian-style elements like bay windows and decorative trim, and some have been renovated. Prices typically range between $250,000 and $500,000.
A mix of larger Craftsman bungalows built in the 1920s and ‘30s and midcentury ranch-style homes sit throughout the center of Middle Shooks Run. Some of these homes feature long, paved driveways leading to one-car garages in the back, open front porches and well-manicured backyards with fire pits. Many of these homes also have rock-landscaped gardens filled with desert plants and flowers. Properties are priced from $550,000 to $870,000.
Smaller homes with covered porches are in the Middle Shooks Run neighborhood.
Homes with detached garages can be found in the Middle Shooks Run neighborhood.
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Picking up greens at the Springs Farmers Market and lattes at Switchback Coffee Roasters
Multiple grocery options exist in Middle Shooks Run. Walmart Neighborhood Market is about 2 miles north, and Safeway is almost 3 miles east. Residents can head 4 miles west to the Colorado Springs Farmers Market on Saturdays for locally grown fruits and vegetables. For breakfast, Switchback Coffee Roasters serves a farm-to-table menu with avocado toast and granola, plus their own coffee beans. Stellina Pizza Café bakes specialty pies and housemade pesto spaghetti. Downtown Colorado Springs is roughly 2 miles southwest of the area, with multiple restaurants and shops. Halo Boutique sells women’s clothing and accessories, and Cronk Art and Curiosities has eclectic trinkets and artwork in its butterfly-decorated building. Citadel Crossing Shopping Center is 3 miles east for more retail shopping and dining.
There are a variety of vegetables at the CFAM Downtown Farmers Market.
Switchback Coffee roasts its own coffee beans in Middle Shooks Run.
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Cleaning up the creek and fellowshipping at Shooks Run Park
The Middle Shooks Run Neighborhood Association, formed in the 1970s, hosts Shooks Run Creek cleanups each spring and fall, where hundreds turn out to remove trash from the creek flowing through the neighborhood. Around July, residents also attend the annual Summerfest in Middle Shooks Run Park; food trucks line up near the park boundary selling snacks and treats, and local bands like Red Rocks Rebellion perform. In September, Memorial Park hosts the popular Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off about a mile south of the area. Hundreds of visitors sit and watch giant hot air balloons take off over Prospect Lake. Folks can also visit dozens of food vendors and listen to live music.
Get outside and be silly in the parks of Middle Shooks Run neighborhood.
All ages will be amazed of the sights at the Labor Day Lift Off.
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Student club options at Palmer Park
The neighborhood is served by Colorado Schools District 11. Kids can start at Columbia Elementary and continue to North Middle, both of which earn a B score from Niche. Palmer High is also rated a B and has several student organizations, like the Climbing Club and the Palmer Aviation Club. The Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind is also half a mile from the neighborhood and offers dozens of American Sign Language-focused programs and classes for all grade levels.
Columbia Elementary is located on the south side of the Middle Shooks Run neighborhood.
North Middle School is located in the heart of Middle Shooks Run neighborhood.
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Going for a jog on Shooks Run Trail and planting seeds in the Mid Shooks Community Garden
The asphalt 4-mile-long Shooks Run Trail runs parallel to the Shooks Run Creek and is ideal for runs, walks and bike rides. Those with green thumbs can also visit the Mid Shooks Community Garden just off the trail to plant vegetables and herbs and join summer harvest workshops. The trail also slithers through Shooks Park, a small neighborhood spot with a playground and open greenspace. The 7-acre Boulder Park features a basketball court, athletic fields and several sidewalks and trails. For more activities, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training Center offers year-round tours of its facilities, and there are several walking paths on its 35-acre campus. Set less than 2 miles south, Memorial Park has over 100 acres of land with tennis courts, a public ice skating rink and fishing access in Prospect Lake.
Ride your bike on the paved paths at Shooks Park.
Middle Shooks Run features a community garden.
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Many modes of transportation in Middle Shooks Run
The CanAm Highway and Interstate 25 are a few blocks west of the neighborhood, giving access to other city neighborhoods and Denver, 71 miles north. The area is highly walkable, with different trails and sidewalks leading to Downtown and other adjacent neighborhoods like Patty Jewett. Driving is another primary form of transportation, but folks can ride bikes along East Williamette Avenue and East Cache La Poudre. Mountain Metro Transit buses also stop in and around the neighborhood. UCHealth Memorial Hospital is within the community, and Colorado Springs Airport is about 10 miles southeast with direct flights to cities like Las Vegas and Baltimore.
Staying safe during wildfires
Some homes on the west side of Middle Shooks Run may be more at risk of wildfires. To protect their properties, the Colorado Springs Fire Department recommends homeowners create a defensible space with nonflammable vegetation and keep gutters clear of leaves and debris. Neighbors can also sign up for the Chipping Program, in which the department comes to individual streets and disposes of people’s tree branches and hazardous plants through a mobile wood chipping machine.
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Parks in this Area
Mid Shooks Run Park
Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Boating
John "Prairie Dog" O'Byrne Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Acacia Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Otis Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
South Shooks Run Park
Trails
Playground
Boulder Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Fountain Park
Basketball
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Shooks Park
Transit
Airport
City of Colorado Springs Municipal
18 min drive
Bus
Boulder & Bob Peters Grove
Bus
Cache La Poudre & Institute
Bus
Union & Cache La Poudre
Bus
Boulder & Institute
Bus
Cache La Poudre & Union
Bus
Cache La Poudre & Farragut
Bus
Boulder & Hancock
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Middle Shooks Run
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Middle Shooks Run, Colorado Springs sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Middle Shooks Run, Colorado Springs over the last 12 months is $451,453, down 7% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Turn-of-the-Century Victorian Masterpiece nestled at the edge of the historic North Old End that blends timeless charm with modern convenience. From the moment you step inside, large Victorian-style windows frame mountain views, while an open, inviting layout creates the perfect oasis for dining, relaxation, and entertainment. The master suite is a serene retreat, featuring a fully redesigned
Welcome to this beautifully updated and immaculately maintained 1960s home, nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Shooks Run neighborhood! If you're looking for a home that blends vintage charm with modern conveniences—and is just minutes from downtown Colorado Springs while being within walking distance to parks, schools, local breweries, coffee shops and restaurants , Memorial
Welcome to this remarkable traditional bungalow, ideally situated in the vibrant Middle Shooks neighborhood of central Colorado Springs. Just minutes from Downtown, this home offers convenient access to a plethora of dining options, parks, trails, entertainment, and much more that Colorado Springs has to offer.The front yard is elegantly enclosed by a stunning wrought iron fence, while the
Newly remodeled home in a fabulous location! Situated at the middle of Shooks Run Park - just step out your front door to enjoy the trails. Also close to Memorial Hospital Central and all of the local shops and eateries downtown! The front porch provides a great place to enjoy the sunshine, and this home has wonderful curb appeal. Step through the front door into the living room with new LVP
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,888
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,089
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,707
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
48.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
9°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
51''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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