Colorado Springs is anchored by a large military presence — including Peterson and Schriever Space Force Bases — along with growing technology and defense sectors. El Paso County's very low effective property tax rate keeps monthly payments more manageable than in many other metros with comparable home prices.
Recommended for incomes above $115k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Colorado Springs housing market
The 0.53% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Colorado Springs and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Colorado average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Colorado Springs buyers. Many Colorado Springs properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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