Over the last five years, the Springs saw appreciation of 4.2 % a year, which outpaced every major Colorado city other than Grand Junction!

Yes, you read that title right! Even in these dark times for property values the Springs still managed to keep a 1.6 appreciation rate in property values this past year. Click on the title of this entry for a great story from the C/S Gazette by Rich Laden on what local economist Fred Crowley had to say at a recent conference to REALTORS about Colorado Springs and its local economy. We need to realize how lucky we are to be in such a wonderful city that can protect us from many things that are happening in other parts of the nation. I highly recommend reading this article as it will give the reader good perspective on the current situation.