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Colorado Springs, Colorado (Fort Carson Army/Schriever AFB/Peterson AFB)

PCSing to Colorado Springs, Colorado (Fort Carson Army/Schriever AFB/Peterson AFB)

Getting a PCS every now and then is part of your life in the army. Apart from the fact that sometimes it might be quite tiring, the experience and the diverse exposure you and your family get are most valuable. The upsides of getting a PCS include learning new things, going to new places, and making new friends. 

On-Base Housing (Fort Carson)

When looking for on-base housing options at Fort Carson you will certainly love the Balfour Beatty Communities. They provide stylish homes in a great environment. No matter where you're from you are bound to feel at home here!

Features And Amenities

• Community centers
• Fitness center
• Volleyball courts
• Tennis courts
• Basketball courts
• Playgrounds
• Community gardens
• Swimming pools

El Paso CountySchools near Fort Carson

• Abrams Elementary School
• Patriot Elementary School
• Mountainside Elementary School
• Weikel Elementary School
• Carson Middle School
• Fountain Fort Carson High School

Gas and Electrical Utilities

The gas and electrical utilities are all deducted from your Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH). The Balfour Beatty community believes in providing the residents the finest services, therefore, the houses are designed and loaded with appliances which allow you to save energy to the max.

On- Base Housing (Peterson AFB/Schriever AFB)

Military housing is privatized and controlled by Tierra Vista Communities, who are responsible for the maintenance, repair, and management of the beautiful community. There are a number of options and styles which you can choose according to your preferences.

Tierra Vista Community Features And Amenities

• Swimming pool
• Community center
• Gym
• Playgrounds
• Parks and gardens
• Stylishly designed communities

El Paso County Schools Near Peterson AFB and Schriever AFB

• Monroe Elementary 
• Emerson-Edison Junior Charter Academy
• Mitchell High School

At Tierra Vista Communities, safety is taken seriously and they adopt a culture of being Incident and Injury Free (IIF)

Off-Base Housing Near and Around Colorado Springs, CO

Off-base life can be really exciting and it has a lot to offer, especially in Colorado.

Colorado Springs, CO (7 Miles From Fort Carson, 15 miles from Schriever AFB and 8 miles from Peterson AFB)

• Prices for houses start at $125,000 for a 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at $795 per month for a one bed, one bath unit

Stratmoor, CO (1.7 miles from Fort Carson, 10 miles from Schriever Afb and 8 miles from Peterson AFB )

• Prices for houses start at $152,000for a 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at $550per month for a one bed, one bath unit

Penrose, CO (26 miles from Fort Carson, 20 miles from Schriever AFB and 11 miles from Peterson AFB)

• Prices for houses start at $179,000for a 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at  $995 per month for a 3 bed, 2 bath unit

Pueblo, CO (40 miles from Fort Carson, 50 miles from Schriever AFB and 47 miles from Peterson AFB)

• Prices for houses start at $128,000 for a 2 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at $1225 per month for a four bed, 2 bath unit

Fountain, CO (9.8 miles from Fort Carson, 12 miles from Schriever AFB and 13 miles from Peterson AFB)

• Prices for houses start at $150,000 for a 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at $875 per month for a 3 bed, 2 bath unit

Monument, CO (27 miles from Fort Carson, 36 miles form Schriever AFB and 26 miles from Peterson AFB)

• Prices for houses start at $280,000 for a 3 bedrooms, 2 bath home
• Rentals in the area start at $800per month for a 3 bed, 2 bath unit

In the summers there are a lot of free concerts here, and the area is full of wildlife. In short, this Colorado city is the complete package. Best of luck!