Briargate Colorado Springs

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The Briargate Communities

What is the best area to live in Colorado Springs? 

Although this question isn’t simple to answer given everyone’s needs and preferences differ; however, it is easy to say the Briargate community is very popular amongst those in Colorado Springs, and neighborhoods within the community continue to be ranked amongst the best of Colorado Springs. Briargate resides south of Northgate and north of Downtown Colorado Springs. The community views itself as a family-focused area that has excellent educational opportunities for children within the District-20 school district.

Many homes in this area were built from the 1980s to the early 2000s, but newer neighborhoods such as Cordera, Wolf Ranch, and North Fork continue to expand with new construction, with builders struggling to keep up with the high demand. Check out Blog-2021 Colorado Springs Housing Market for more information pertaining to the local housing market.

Is Briargate Colorado Springs safe?

Colorado Springs communities as a whole are safe, in which it is safe to say crime in Briargate is much lower than the national average. To be more accurate, according to areavibes.com, which is based on 2019 FBI crime data, Briargate sits 73% lower than the national average and 96% safer than cities in Colorado. 

What malls are in Colorado Springs?

Briargate is central to shopping in Colorado Springs. Locations of malls within Briargate include The Promenade Shops at Briargate and Chapel Hills Mall. Another mall in Colorado Springs is The Citadel Mall, which is roughly a 20-minute drive from Briargate and closer to downtown. 

Does Colorado Springs have a downtown?

Colorado Springs has a unique downtown with a hipster vibe / small-town feel along with big-city amenities. The area offers a variety of shopping, dining, museums, parks, festivals, and events.