This section of town consists mostly of older homes of all sizes and prices and are typically.
There are some newer subdivisions such as Maple Grove and more expensive homes near Colorado Springs Country Club and Palmer Park.
The Old Colorado City area is served by School District 11. Schools in the area include St. Mary's High School, General William Mitchell High School, Roy J. Watson High School, Stratton Elementary School, Evangelical Christian Academy, Colorado Springs Charter Academy.
Also nearby are facilities such as Colorado College, Colrado School for the Deaf and the Blind and University of the Rockies.
• Colorado Springs School District 11: http://www.d11.org/
• Colorado Springs Charter Academy: http://cscharter.org/
• Colorado College: http://www.coloradocollege.edu/
• University of the Rockies: http://rockies.edu/
• New Geneva Theological Seminary: http://www.newgeneva.org/
• PIMA Medical Institue: http://pmi.edu/Locations/Details/Colorado-Springs
• Colorado State - Pueblo: http://www.colostate-pueblo.edu/
• CollegeAmerica: http://www.collegeamerica.edu/
• Jack Swigert Aerospace Academy: http://swigert.d11.org/
• Pikes Peak Community College: http://www.ppcc.edu/
• University Of Colorado - Colorado Springs: http://www.uccs.edu/
• Colorado Springs Christian School: http://www.cscslions.org
There are a number of reputable care facilities in the Old Colorado City area including the University of Colorado Health's Memorial Hospital Central.
In addition to this and other traditional medical facilities, the area also is home to a handful of alternative health facilities including medical marijuana dispensaries OMM Alternative and Go Green Cross.
• Memorial Health Systems: http://www.memorialhealthsystem.com/
• HealthSouth Rehabilitation Clinic: http://www.healthsouth.com/
• Affordable Medical Supply: http://affordablemedmart.com/
• Interm Health Care: http://www.interimhealthcare.com/coloradosprings
• Penrose - St. Francis Health Services: http://www.penrosestfrancis.org/
When visiting Old Colorado City make sure you take advantage of the many culinary delights in the area that is sure to satisfy even the hungriest of foodies.
If you are craving French head over to La baguette for some french bread and pastries. Maybe you are looking for a pick-me-up, head over to Jives Coffee Lounge for some hot java and live music.
• La Baguette: http://www.labaguette-co.com/
• Cucuru Gallery and Cafe: http://cucurucafe.net/
• Jives Coffee Lounge: http://jivescoffeelounge.com/
• Jake and Tellys: http://www.jakeandtellys.com/
• Mason Jar Colorado: http://www.masonjarcolorado.com/
• Thunder and Buttons: http://www.thunderandbuttons.com/
Stunning views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range are part of the everyday scenery in Colorado Springs
Outdoor opportunities are everywhere in this area. Spend the day at Garden of The Gods Visitor and Nature Center where there is something for everyone in your family. This is the most visited attraction in the area, and it's easy to see why - fantastic views of Pike's Peak, rock climbing, shopping and much more.
There are many properties in the area that are zoned for horses and include wide-open spaces and forested trails for riding.
• Garden of the Gods: http://www.gardenofgods.com/
• Red Rocks Open Space: http://redrockcanyonopenspace.org/
There are a variety of religious centers and worship places on many denominations in the Old Colorado City area. Congregations include , Westside First Wesleyan, Calvary Baptist, Mesa Hills Bible Church and more.
• Westside First Wesleyan: http://westsidefirst.org/
• Calvary Baptist Church: http://calvarybapt.net/
• Mesa Hills Bible Church: http://mesahills.org/
The area's shopping hub The Citadel Mall, one of the largest shopping centers in Colorado .It is shopping anchored by Burlington Coat Factory, Dillard's, and JCPenney and includes 150+ specialty stores such as Express, Bath and Body Works, American Eagle, Buckle, and Hollister.
Also located in the Colorado Springs area are the Promenade Shops at Briargate
• Old Colorado City Historic Distric Shops: http://shopoldcoloradocity.com
• University Village: http://www.uvcsshopping.com