The story of this market
The typical home in Woodland Park, Colorado sells for about $598,000, or $271 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 61.5 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,700 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+0.4%
CO · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Woodland Park, Colorado
Woodland Park's housing market is currently balanced, with a median sale price of $598,000 and a moderate supply of homes. The market is seeing steady demand from buyers seeking mountain living, though inventory remains tight. Price growth has moderated compared to previous years, reflecting a more stable, measured environment.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Woodland Park yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 2 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 0.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 64 days on market with 4.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
37% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.02% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.1% · poverty 7.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A massive 5,000-acre park offering extensive hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. It is a major regional draw that supports local property values by providing permanent open space.
The iconic 14,115-foot mountain serves as the backdrop for the city. It provides year-round recreational opportunities and is the primary anchor for the region's tourism-based economy.
A central community hub featuring sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas. It serves as the primary venue for local events and daily recreation for residents.
Woodland Park is ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts seeking a mountain lifestyle within commuting distance of Colorado Springs. It also attracts retirees and those looking for a slower pace of life, though the limited housing inventory and wildfire-risk considerations are key factors for potential buyers.
The city is served by the Woodland Park School District RE-2, which is the primary educational provider for the area. Schools in the district are generally characterized as community-focused with a curriculum that reflects the regional emphasis on outdoor and environmental education.
The city is primarily accessed via U.S. Highway 24, which serves as the main artery for commuters traveling to Colorado Springs. Public transit options are limited, making personal vehicle ownership essential for daily life.
Woodland Park serves as a gateway to the Pikes Peak region, offering extensive access to hiking, mountain biking, and fishing. The city features numerous local parks and is in close proximity to major wilderness areas, making it a premier destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and high demand from seasonal workers and commuters. Rent growth has been volatile, with recent data indicating a cooling trend in asking prices compared to previous years.
The economy is anchored by tourism, retail, and public services, with a significant portion of the workforce commuting to Colorado Springs. The city maintains a stable economic base supported by its status as a regional mountain hub.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism, outdoor recreation, and its role as a bedroom community for the Colorado Springs employment hub. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining mountain access and supporting the local service-based economy.
Development is largely focused on infill projects and small-scale residential expansion, with strict adherence to mountain-town zoning and environmental preservation standards.
Parcels in the city are subject to various special districts, including the Woodland Park School District RE-2 and local fire protection districts. These districts provide essential services and are funded through property tax levies.
Woodland Park generally reports low crime rates consistent with its small-town mountain character. Regional comparisons typically show the city as safer than larger urban centers in the Colorado Springs metro area.
The city faces significant wildfire risk due to its location in the high-altitude forested terrain of the Rocky Mountains. Residents and property owners must adhere to strict defensible space requirements and local fire mitigation ordinances to manage insurance and safety risks.
Property insurance in the area is heavily influenced by wildfire risk, with premiums reflecting the high-hazard classification of the surrounding forest. Market health is stable, though owners face ongoing pressure to maintain fire-mitigation standards.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Colorado) — Statutory Agricultural Land Reclassification and Improvement Valuation: Under C.R.S. § 39-1-102(1.6)(a)(I), up to two acres of land directly underlying a residential improvement on agricultural parcels are segregated and assessed at residential rates (6.80% / 7. State (Colorado) — Senior and Disabled Veteran Property Tax Homestead Exemption: Exempts 50% of the first $200,000 of actual market value of the qualifying primary residential parcel from property taxation (a maximum actual value deduction of $100,000). State (Colorado) — Colorado Split Residential Property Tax Assessment Rate Structure: Imposes annual ad valorem property taxes determined using a bifurcated assessment rate system. Assessed Value = Actual (Market) Value × Assessment Rate. Beginning for tax years 2025/2026, residential property is assessed at 6.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov for Woodland Park city, Colorado.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.