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Beautiful Falcon, Colorado was once a quiet ranching community until 1990, when it saw major growth over the next few years. Falcon real estate is in the Rocky Mountains, just 14 miles northeast of Colorado Springs, making it one of the most beautiful communities in Colorado. The city is located in El Paso County, along US Route 24 for easy access to surrounding communities. If you like the scenic beauty of the Rocky Mountains, you'll love Falcon real estate.
History of Falcon
In the early 1800s, the area of Falcon real estate was by two railroads; the Denver & New Orleans and the Chicago & Rock Island railroads. Today, these rail-lines remain an important part of Falcon's history.
On the 20th of September 1888, the town of Falcon, Colorado was announced in the local paper - Colorado Springs Gazette. At that time, land lots were being sold by the Falcon Land and Town Company, which was associated with the Chicago Rock Island Railroad. The town soon took off and, by 1896, the town had two train depots, six saloons, two hotels, a school, a blacksmith shop, stockyards, two general stores, a pool hall and a newspaper.
After the automobile was introduced, the rail system saw a decline in traffic to Falcon real estate. In 1935, the Colorado & Southern rail tracks were washed away during a flood and were not rebuilt. The Rock Island railroad closed soon after. Until 1975, the town had very few homes and one school as it slowly began to grow into the 1980s. A business complex was built in 1984 at the intersection of US 24 and Meridian Road which included a gas station and a convenience store. In 1996, the intersection got its first traffic light. Residential development began at a rapid pace and soon the town had its own post office.
Along with this rapid growth, new amenities started appearing. In 2000, Safeway opened a grocery store. Wal-Mart came in 2005 and Lowe's was soon to follow. The residents voted in 2007 on incorporation, but the proposal was shot down with 78% of residents voting against incorporation. Falcon remains an unincorporated town today.
Education in Falcon
The Falcon School District 49 serves students living in Falcon real estate. There are currently eight elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools in the district, with over 1100 new students each year. The district has implemented the Educational Technology Program that improves each student's academic achievements through using technology in each school.
There are also charter schools and private schools in the area. Higher education needs are met by Colorado State University, Colorado Christian University, Colorado Technical University and Intellitec Medical Institute. All of these institutions are a short drive from Falcon.
Things To Do In Falcon
Falcon real estate is situated in the perfect area for outdoor recreation. Hiking, biking and horseback riding are popular activities with local residents. There are community parks to enjoy with amenities such as playgrounds, picnic tables, walking trails, community centers and senior centers. A variety of restaurants are located in Falcon when in need and there are plenty of shopping centers for everything you need.
Nearby Colorado Springs has even more to things to see and do, such as Pikes Peak, which offers horse and bike trails and the Cog Railway. Other attractions include Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, Cave of the Winds, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, a Wild West Ghost Town, Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Flying W Ranch, Western Museum of Mining and Industry, Marimont Castle and so much more.
On Pikes Peak Cog Railway, you can catch a train ride to the summit of Pikes Peak, which is 14,100 feet high. At Seven Falls, you can enjoy the cascades of a 181 foot waterfall. Seven Falls also offers several unique activities. Take a Geo Venture of Cave of the Winds while learning about the geology of Pikes Peak. The Royal Gorge & Park, one of Colorado's natural wonders, brings together the beauty of the Grand Canyon and the Golden Gate Bridge, truly a sight to see. The ProRodeo Hall of Fame is the world's only museum totally devoted to the sport of rodeo and its big stars; the rodeo cowboy. The Flying W Ranch is where the west comes alive. You can enjoy chuckwagon suppers, the Flying W Wranglers and Winter Steak House. The Marimont Castle invites you to come and experience life as it was in Victorian times. You can view 42 rooms with Victorian furnishings and a Queen's Parlor Tea Room where you can feast on fresh made food daily. They also have a gift shop where you can by unique gifts for all ages.
Visit the Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce events calendar for local events in Falcon.
Falcon real estate is truly a wonderful place to buy your next home. Come to visit and you'll want to stay a lifetime. |
Falcon Demographics:
Population: 10,514
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