What $500,000 Buys You in Different Parts of Colorado Springs in 2026

If you’re shopping for a home in Colorado Springs, chances are you’ve wondered one thing: What does a $500,000 budget actually get me here? The answer depends heavily on where you’re looking. In some areas, $500K can get you a newer home with a finished basement and mountain views. In others, it may

A Beginner's Guide to 14ers | Peña Picks: Summer Edition

Summer in Colorado hits differently. Long sunny days, cool mountain mornings, and endless ways to get outside make this one of the best places in the country to enjoy the season. Welcome to Peña Picks: Summer Edition, where The Peña Team shares what makes living in Colorado Springs so special. Throu

What to Look for During a Home Inspection and What It Really Means

Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make, and the inspection is where things get real. It is the moment where surface-level impressions turn into actual facts about the home’s condition. In Colorado Springs, Monument, Falcon, Peyton, and Pueblo West, inspections are especia

Why Some Homes Are Sitting Longer in Colorado Springs Right Now (And How to Avoid It)

If you’ve noticed more “For Sale” signs sticking around longer than usual in Colorado Springs, you’re not imagining it. The market has shifted. After years of fast-paced sales and multiple offers, many sellers are now facing a new reality. Homes can take a little longer to sell, and buyers have beco