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PCSing to Colorado Springs?

Your complete guide to housing, neighborhoods, base commutes, BAH, and VA loans — from an agent who has been through it herself.

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Step by Step

What Does a Military PCS Timeline Look Like?

Most PCS moves give you 30–90 days notice. Here is exactly what to do and when to do it.

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90 Days Out
Get Your Finances Ready
  • Request your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) for VA loan
  • Get pre-approved with a VA-experienced lender
  • Calculate your BAH rate for Colorado Springs zip codes
  • Research neighborhoods based on your base assignment
  • Contact Stacey to start your home search remotely
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60 Days Out
Start Your Home Search
  • Schedule virtual tours with Stacey via video call
  • Narrow down neighborhoods based on commute and schools
  • Submit offers — remote and contingent offers are common
  • Get home inspection scheduled once under contract
  • Begin utility and school research for your target area
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30 Days Out
Close and Prepare to Move
  • VA loan closing — typically 30–45 days from contract
  • Final walkthrough of your new home
  • Set up utilities, internet, and mail forwarding
  • Register vehicle and update drivers license (90 days after arrival)
  • Enroll kids in school — D-20 and D-49 registration info ready
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Arrival Week
Settle In
  • Pick up keys and do a final walkthrough
  • In-process at your unit and report to your new command
  • Register at on-post facilities (gym, commissary, PX)
  • Connect with local military family support groups
  • Stacey is still available for any questions after closing
Know Your Base

Which Colorado Springs Base Will You Report To?

Colorado Springs is home to five major military installations. Here is what you need to know about each one.

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Fort Carson
Home of the 4th Infantry Division. Largest installation in Colorado Springs. Best neighborhoods: Fountain, Security-Widefield, Pueblo West.
Fountain: 10–15 min
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Peterson SFB
Home of Space Delta units and NORAD/USNORTHCOM. East side of Colorado Springs. Best neighborhoods: Falcon, Peyton, east Colorado Springs.
Falcon: 15–20 min
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Schriever SFB
Space operations hub east of Colorado Springs. Falcon and Peyton are your best bets for short commutes and newer builds.
Falcon: 10–15 min
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USAFA
United States Air Force Academy on the north end. Gleneagle, Northgate, and Monument are popular with faculty and staff.
Gleneagle: 10 min
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Cheyenne Mountain
NORAD operations center on the southwest side. Broadmoor and Skyway neighborhoods are closest and most popular with assigned personnel.
Broadmoor: 8–12 min
Where to Live

Which Neighborhoods Are Best for Military Families?

Every family is different — here are the most popular areas and who they fit best.

Fountain
$370K – $440K
Closest to Fort Carson gate. Best BAH value in the area. Newer subdivisions, family-friendly, great for E-4 through E-7.
Fort Carson
Security-Widefield
$330K – $460K
10 minutes to Fort Carson. Established neighborhoods, good schools, strong military community feel.
Fort Carson
Falcon / Peyton
$480K – $650K
Fast-growing east side. Perfect for Peterson and Schriever. Newer builds, great schools, more space for your money.
Peterson · Schriever
Gleneagle / Northgate
$500K – $1.5M+
North Colorado Springs, minutes from USAFA. Excellent D-20 schools, quieter pace, mountain views.
USAFA
Briargate / Cordera
$500K – $800K+
Top-rated D-20 schools. Master-planned community, newer homes, popular with O-3 and above and senior NCOs.
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Pueblo West
$380K – $500K+
35 minutes to Fort Carson but you get significantly more home for your BAH. Popular with families who want space and horses OK.
Fort Carson
Stay Organized

What Do You Need to Do When You Arrive?

Check things off as you go — your browser will remember your progress.

💡 Utilities

  • Colorado Springs Utilities (electric/gas/water)
  • Internet — Xfinity or Lumen available most areas
  • Trash pickup — check city vs county service area
  • Renters or homeowners insurance

🏫 Schools

  • Look up school district by address (D-20, D-49, D-11)
  • Gather immunization records and transcripts
  • Register kids before arrival if possible
  • Check school bus routes and schedule

🚗 DMV & Legal

  • Update drivers license (90 days after arrival)
  • Register vehicle in Colorado
  • Update car insurance to Colorado rates
  • Update will and POA if needed

🏥 Medical

  • Transfer TRICARE to new region
  • Find on-post vs off-post primary care
  • Transfer prescriptions and medical records
  • Locate nearest ER and urgent care

📬 Admin

  • Set up mail forwarding with USPS
  • Update address with bank and credit cards
  • Update voter registration
  • Notify employer or VA benefits office

🏠 Housing

  • Confirm closing date and key pickup
  • Do final walkthrough before moving in
  • Document any existing damage with photos
  • Locate water shutoff and breaker box

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    About your agent: Stacey Lynn is a female Army veteran and spouse of a 22-year retired soldier — Colorado Springs' most personally qualified military realtor. She has lived the PCS life from both sides of the uniform. She specializes in VA loans, BAH-optimized searches, and fast closings for Fort Carson, Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB, and USAFA families. Meet Stacey →