Family-friendly, central, and packed with amenities.
Briargate is one of Colorado Springs’ best-known master-planned communities, located in the northern corridor along Powers Blvd and I-25. Developed heavily in the 1980s–2000s, it’s now a broad, mature community with great access and retail.
Location & Character
Briargate is one of Colorado Springs’ best-known master-planned communities, located in the northern corridor along Powers Blvd and I-25. Developed heavily in the 1980s–2000s, it’s now a broad, mature community with great access and retail.
Market Snapshot (Mid-2025)
- Median price: Around $575K–$625K.
- Range: High $400Ks for smaller homes/townhomes up to $750K+ for updated two-stories and semi-custom builds.
Talk to your Fisk Team Realtor about differences between original Briargate sections and newer adjacent developments like Cordera and Wolf Ranch.
Taxes & Fees
- Property Taxes: Around 0.45%–0.50%.
- HOAs: Some subdivisions with light covenants; newer sections often carry modest fees.
Housing Stock & Lot Size
- Homes: Traditional two-stories, ranches, split-levels.
- Lot Sizes: 0.15–0.3 acre average.
Community & Lifestyle
- Amenities: The Promenade Shops at Briargate, Chapel Hills Mall, abundant restaurants.
- Parks: Community parks woven throughout; Cottonwood Creek and trails nearby.
- Commuting: Easy access to both I-25 and Powers.
Schools
- Academy District 20—a primary driver of demand.
- Buyer’s Due-Diligence Guide
- Compare HOA structures in older vs newer sections.
- School boundaries can affect resale; D20 buyers are often specific.
Seller’s Strategy Playbook
- Highlight convenience: Briargate sells itself as “close to everything.”
- Cosmetic upgrades: Flooring and kitchens go far in differentiating from older comps.