Mountain Shadows is a well-established neighborhood located on the northwest side of Colorado Springs, offering a desirable balance of natural beauty, residential charm, and everyday convenience. Positioned near the foothills, the area is known for mature landscaping, rolling terrain, and scenic mountain and city views throughout the neighborhood.
Homes in Mountain Shadows range from townhomes and condos to single-family residences, with architecture largely dating from the 1970s through the early 2000s, along with many thoughtfully updated properties. The variety of home styles and price points makes the neighborhood appealing to a wide range of buyers, from first-time homeowners to move-up and relocation buyers.
Outdoor access is one of the area’s biggest draws. Mountain Shadows Park serves as a neighborhood hub with open space, trails, playgrounds, and picnic areas, while nearby Ute Valley Park and Garden of the Gods provide extensive hiking, biking, and recreation opportunities just minutes from home.
The neighborhood is served by Colorado Springs School District 11 and offers convenient access to Garden of the Gods Road, Centennial Boulevard, and downtown Colorado Springs. Mountain Shadows is valued for its peaceful atmosphere, strong sense of community, and close connection to some of the city’s most iconic outdoor spaces.
6,603 people live in Mountain Shadows, where the median age is 45 and the average individual income is $58,558. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Mountain Shadows, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Kbbq Wings, inclinE-Bikes, and Root: Center for Yoga & Sacred Studies.
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| Dining | 4.65 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.55 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.87 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.7 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.3 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.95 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.91 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.88 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.13 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Mountain Shadows has 2,861 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Mountain Shadows do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 6,603 people call Mountain Shadows home. The population density is 2,257.076 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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