New Construction
New Homes In Colorado Springs
About New Construction
New homes for sale in Colorado Springs are in high demand and even the best home builders are having a hard time keeping up. The thought of owing a brand new home is enticing, complete with a builder warranty along with that new house smell! Depending on what you are looking for, model homes in Colorado Springs can be found all over the area but the majority of new homes under construction are taking place to the north and to the east of the city. Along with getting to choose your paint, carpet and countertops, these newer developments typically feature a community lifestyle and are conveniently located to shopping, dining, entertainment and military bases.
Real Estate Statistics
- Total Listings: 675
- Average Price: $442,755
- Highest Price: $2,800,000
- Lowest Price: $172,900
Ready to look for new construction homes for sale? Explore the listings below or keep reading to discover more about new construction in Colorado Springs.
New Homes for Sale in Colorado Springs, $600,000 - $700,000
4 Bed • 4 Bath • 4,664 Sf
$695,000
726 N Walnut Street, Colorado Springs
Stunning New Custom Home On The West Side Of Downtown Colorado Springs. Impressive Quality And Craftsmanship Throughout. The Oversized Detached G...
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5 Bed • 5 Bath • 4,507 Sf
$693,552
1415 Catnap Lane, Monument
Ready In December. Ashton Ranch Plan With 3 Car Garage In Sanctuary Pointe. Kitchen Features Antique White Maple Cabinets With Pewter Glaze, 42' Up...
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5 Bed • 4 Bath • 4,752 Sf
$685,280
12737 Pensador Drive, Colorado Springs
Popular Copperwood Ranch Plan, Garden Level Basement And Is Situated In A Cul-de-sac. Main Level Has 8 Ft Doors, Hardwood Flooring, 13 Ft. Ceilings...
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5 Bed • 4 Bath • 3,743 Sf
$684,950
10035 Buck Gulch Court, Colorado Springs
This "home One" Floor Plan Features Five Bedrooms, Four Bathrooms With An Additional Unfinished Bedroom In The Basement That Is Pre-plumbed For An ...
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6 Bed • 4 Bath • 4,389 Sf
$683,155
5333 Old Timber Grove, Colorado Springs
Rare New Build Opportunity In District 12 At The Base Of Cheyenne Mountain In Star Ranch! Large Lots, Amazing Views, Gated Community And High-end F...
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5 Bed • 3 Bath • 3,680 Sf • 1 Acres
$678,500
5343 Old Timber Grove, Colorado Springs
Rare New Build Opportunity In District 12 At The Base Of Cheyenne Mountain In Star Ranch! Large Lots, Amazing Views, Gated Community And High-end F...
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5 Bed • 4 Bath • 3,743 Sf
$669,950
1862 Mud Hen Drive, Colorado Springs
This "home One" Floor Plan Features Five Bedrooms, Four Bathrooms With An Additional Unfinished Bedroom In The Basement That Is Pre-plumbed For An ...
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4 Bed • 3 Bath • 3,527 Sf
$662,650
450 Mountain Pass View, Colorado Springs
Rare New Build Opportunity In District 12 At The Base Cheyenne Mountain In Star Ranch! Large Lots, Amazing Views, Gated Community And High End Fini...
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5 Bed • 4 Bath • 4,389 Sf
$660,015
571 Mountain Pass View, Colorado Springs
Rare New Build Opportunity In District 12 At The Base Of Cheyenne Mountain In Star Ranch! Large Lots, Amazing Views, Gated Community And High-end F...
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5 Bed • 4 Bath • 3,384 Sf • 1 Acres
$655,000
19720 Furrow Road, Monument
Stunning Custom Home With The Builders Creative, Beautiful Touches Makes This A One Of A Kind Home. From The Moment You Enter You Will Be Amazed At...
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3 Bed • 3 Bath • 2,496 Sf
$654,800
14175 Gleneagle Drive, Colorado Springs
Main Level Living At Its Finest! Enjoy Life On One Floor With Beautiful Mountain Views. This To Be Built Home By Galiant Homes Is Perfect For Empty...
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In many areas of Colorado Springs, it’s not uncommon to see new communities being developed with homes that are under construction. Compared to the Denver and Boulder real estate markets, the cost of living in Colorado Springs is considerably less, and with so many people moving into the area, the housing market is experiencing high demand with an extreme shortage of inventory. As the need for new homes in Colorado Springs continues to rise, home builders and land developers are working hard to keep up.
New Construction Market Share
In the Colorado Springs area, new home construction makes up about 25% of the total market share. In 2017, 14,576 single family homes were sold in El Paso County. During that same timeframe, 3,504 new building permits were initiated with the Pikes Peak Regional Building Department. According to the permit data from 2017, the average raw construction costs to build a new single family home in El Paso County was $405,000 (excluding builder profit margins). With the prices of building materials and land development costs also continuing to increase, filling the inventory gap in Colorado Springs for homes under $400,000 remains to be a major challenge.
The New Home Construction Process
If you choose to build a new home, you will want to involve yourself with the process as much as possible to gain the most benefits. After all, why build a new home if you let someone else pick out the paint colors, flooring, kitchen cabinets, light fixtures and appliances? If you decide to buy a new home in Colorado Springs, your building project will advance in several stages with a few important checkpoints along the way. Most home builders will meet with you and your REALTOR® several times during the building process with a construction timeline similar to this:
Pre-Construction Meet-Up – Your builder will meet with you to review the final construction plans, approve any upgrades, and confirm all of your selections before any kind of construction or excavation takes place.
Pre-Drywall - After the majority of the framing is completed, your builder will schedule a walkthrough with you during the HVAC, plumbing and electrical rough-in phase, just before installing the drywall. This walkthrough is important if you are building a custom or semi-custom home as it will be the last opportunity for you to make any minor changes to the framing.
Pre-Closing Walkthrough - As your new home construction nears completion, you’ll have a chance to conduct a pre-closing walkthrough of the home. This walkthrough is necessary to insure that all the specifications were met according to the contract and that the standards of construction are acceptable. This is also referred to this as the builder “punch-list” walkthrough, where you can carefully inspect the house and flag any imperfections with blue painters tape.
Closing Day – The big day is here at last! This final walkthrough doubles as a homeowner tutorial, ensuring that you know how everything works and that you understand the warranty process. Then, it’s off to the closing table to sign the paperwork and pick up your keys!
Choosing A New Home Builder
There are three kinds of home builders to choose from. Custom Builders, Semi-Custom Builders and Production Builders.
Custom Home Builders
Custom homes are typically the most expensive to build but also grant you the most design freedom. When designing a new custom floorplan, architects and structural engineers will also be involved so you’ll need to budget your project accordingly. Depending on the level of detail that your project requires, creating a new set of house plans with structural engineering can easily cost $10,000 (or significantly more). It’s not uncommon for a fully custom home project to take between 12-18 months to complete due to the extra time required for the design and plan approval process.
Semi-Custom Home Builders
A semi-custom home is a great choice if you want your home to feel unique but don’t want to spend the time or money designing a new set of plans. Most semi-custom builders will have several variations of the same “master” floorplan to choose from. For instance, you might have the option to move a wall, alter the exterior appearance or substitute a bedroom for a bigger walk-in closet, etc. Many of these minor changes don’t require any additional engineering and can be done in the field. This can help keep the front end costs down considerably. The timeframe to build a semi-custom home is between 6-8 months on average.
Production Builders
Production builders construct their new homes on a large scale. They are able to keep prices affordable by buying lumber and building materials in high volume and employing their own tradesman versus hiring independent subcontractors. Some of the larger production builders will also develop their own land, eliminating the need for a middle-man land developer which can help reduce costs even more. A production home is the most affordable way to buy a new home in Colorado Springs but you will only have a few basic options to choose from regarding the exterior color scheme and interior selections. Productions homes are usually fully completed within 4-6 months.
NEw Home Architectural Styles
In the Colorado Springs new home market, there are a wide variety of architectural styles to choose from, but one of the more popular house designs that is making a comeback is the contemporary concept. Contemporary homes will offer an open, spacious environment to home buyers with amenities that generally include the following features:
- Tall ceilings with distinctive roof lines
- Single level homes or two-stories with lofts
- Open floor plans utilizing outdoor living spaces
- Modern light fixtures, cabinet and door hardware
- Tile made of glass or resembling hardwood flooring
- Gray and earth toned color palettes
- Eco-friendly materials such as bamboo flooring and synthetic counter tops
- High efficiency heating systems and energy saving appliances
New Neighborhoods In Colorado Springs
While the majority of the newer homes are being built in the northern and eastern parts of El Paso County, the areas to the south near Fort Carson including Fountain, Security and Widefield are also experiencing significant growth. Here are some popular subdivisions that are offering new homes for sale in Colorado Springs:
Northern Colorado Springs and Monument
Cordera
Cumbre Vista
The Farm
Flying Horse
Forest Lakes
North Fork at Briargate
Sanctuary Pointe
Wolf Ranch
Eastern Colorado Springs
Banning Lewis Ranch
Forest Meadows
Meridian Ranch
Mountain Valley Preserve
Quail Brush Creek
Wilshire Ranch
Fountain Valley and Fort Carson
Cucharas Ranch
Cumberland Green
The Glen at Widefield
Lorson Ranch
Ventana
The Best Neighborhoods For Custom Homes
The first step to building a custom home is choosing the right lot. Be sure to consider any of these fantastic, luxury communities in the Colorado Springs area if you are considering building a fully custom home:
Black Forest Reserve
Broadmoor
Cathedral Pines
Cedar Heights
Forest Lakes
Kings Deer
Kissing Camels
Stratton Preserve
New Homes vs Resale
There are many pro’s and con’s to consider when comparing new homes to resale. One of the biggest benefits when buying a new home is getting a builder warranty. Most builders offer a one year bumper to bumper warranty along with a longer term structural warranty.
The two other major considerations (and common oversights) between a new home versus a resale property are the window treatments and landscaping. Most builders will omit these costly upgrades in the base pricing of their homes but a resale property will already have these upgrades completed.
The Best Deals For New Homes
Although it might be a little tough to find the deal of a lifetime in the current Colorado Springs housing market, new home builders still discount their inventory from time to time. One of the best ways to find a good deal on a new home is to track the days on the market after the home has been completed. If a new home sits for more than 30-60 days, builders will typically drop the price or offer more incentives to get them off their books. Another thing to look for is a newer subdivision that is nearing its completion. Quite often, these remaining lots are a little less desirable and will be offered at a discount price.
Buying a home without the help of a REALTOR® probably won’t save you any money. In fact, it can cost you money if you don’t know how to negotiate with the builder’s sales representative! The biggest reason why most builders won’t discount a home just because you don’t have a real estate agent is because they still need to rely on a strong sales price to support future appraisals. High valued appraisals are extremely important for maximizing a builder’s full borrowing power with their bank. The additional leverage allows them to cover their overhead, make payroll and keep the new inventory coming. So, be sure you bring along your favorite broker when you are shopping for your new home!
Many Options For New Homes
At the end of the day, it’s great to know that you have several options when it comes to purchasing a newly constructed home. Whether you are looking for a certain location, a specific architectural style or just want something brand new and affordable, you’re sure to find it here in Colorado Springs!
Are you interested in new homes for sale? If so, be sure to contact the Sun Mountain Realty team! We know the best home builders in the Colorado Springs real estate market and look forward to finding you the perfect home!
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