The Good, Bad, & UGLY - What I Wish I Knew BEFORE Moving To Colorado Springs

Francis is moving back to Texas after living in Colorado Springs for just a few years! If you're thinking about relocating to Colorado Springs, you might want to hear his take on the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, of moving to and living in Colorado Springs.

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*I recently moved to Manitou Springs from London, UK and I am enjoying it thus.*

*Having easy access to outdoor activities (hiking, camping, cycling) is brilliant.

The weather is certainly a massive improvement over London.
The heat here is tolerable due to the lower humidity and from my perspective, it's actually less windy here than London, where gusts can peel the skin off your bones.

The only downside worth mentioning is that I wish people were a bit less married to their political leanings.
Politicians tend to have their own interest (and those of their benefactors) in mind, so hearing people openly voicing their dislike for others of different political leanings is a bit tiresome.
Luckily, the local wildlife don't seem to be that involved in said nonsense.

Very much looking forward to the snow, as it's a seldom occurrence where I'm from.

[fixnkev]

We moved away from Colorado almost 4 yrs ago. Lived there on/off since '65 and I miss all of the beautiful places, but not the politics!

[StormyCoop]

I was born and raised in Colorado. It used to be great. It’s the worst now.

[steveh]

I grew up in Texas and moved to COS 37 years ago. Can’t imagine moving back. Love this town.

[lithium]

If you think Colorado is hot Texas got up to112F with 60% humidity

[tothemooncollective]

Damn man… we’re gonna freaking miss you. Thanks for everything you brought to this channel and to this business. But mostly, just thanks for being such a good friend!

Please don’t be a stranger…come visit so we can fish and shred ❤

[iamruuts]

Live in Colorado most of my life but the last couple years I'm starting to feel squeezed out. Simple fact is I don't live in California for a reason.. Planning on moving asap

[hikingwiththedog]

Am from Colorado, but now live elsewhere. "You gotta have a tribe, or it's never gonna feel like home." Wow, you nailed it! Great video.

[angelacollins]

Best wishes! A year ago, you were helping us move. We cannot thank you enough.

[bethroman]

Yes, December 2021 windstorm blew half of my neighbor's roof off their house, about 45 minutes south of Colorado Springs! I do not mean shingles. It landed upside down in their back yard. Crazy!

[ghostofmanitou]

I don't know if anywhere in Colorado is comfortable without air conditioning. While summitting some 14ers I've stayed in Leadvillie, Georgetown and Fairplay. Even in those places I only get a hotel with those heating/cooling wall units. A few other things I think are worth mentioning to people coming from the lower elevations is
#1 The sun at 6, 000ft is much different than at 1, 000 feet. It will fade your car paint and burn your skin quick. wear a hat and sun screen.
#2 If you're near a creek or stream in town and you can see it raining up on the mountain get the heck away from the water ways. that water is going to come down in a hurry. Look on Youtube for some Manitou Springs flash flooding.
#3 If you have always dreamed of having a mountain view out your front door research prices before making the move. $450, 000 will get you a lot more house in places like Des moines or Omaha than it will get you in a picturesque mountain town.

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This place is really frustrating. The drivers are terrible, there are no freeways for getting around, and the streets are a confusing maze that lead nowhere. The food is disappointing, and there’s no worthwhile nightlife or entertainment. I can’t wait to move to Las Vegas.

[silkscreenart]

Moved to Colorado 30 years ago to escape the craziness of NYC. Colorado has lost it appeal to me. Tennessee, here I come.

[jjaustintx]

I wish you and the family best wishes and safe travels on your move back to Texas…but, oh no! My husband and I are considering relocating to Colorado Springs next year. Although we will miss Lake Travis sunsets, we are ready for mountain views and endless hiking opportunities. You were on my list to contact! We will still get in touch with the team as we know all are very knowledgeable…just especially drawn to the idea of with working with a fellow Texan. Again, thanks for all the information (including these helpful tips) you’ve shared over the years. We wish you the very best. Happy Trails!

[JasonTaylor-poxc]

Family ties can be a powerful reason to move. Our family was pretty upset when we decided to move here. They have adjusted now and they look forward to visiting us and enjoying this state together. For us, we _really_ wanted the outdoor lifestyle that Colorado Springs offers and I really enjoy skiing. There is no place to ski back home (SE Alabama) and the closest place worth considering has a short, questionable season (West Virginia). Yes, I know NC is closer but I don't like skiing on ice.

I figured we will be here at least 10 years, perhaps longer. My kids love it here and the schools are better than other places I have lived.

You can't escape taxes - but depending on your situation - some states are better than others. Colorado's 4.10% income tax isn't too bad - slightly below average. Texas has the highest property tax, while Colorado is third lowest. Overall, Colorado have a slightly below average tax burden (property tax, income tax, sales tax and other factors) - really good among blue states and even beating out some red states. Yes, states like Texas and Florida don't have a personal income tax, but you often pay in other ways.

AC is legit. The problem is that a lot of builders, if they offer AC, under provision. If you have a 3000+ s/f home - you need a 5 ton unit. Also, get dual zone if you have more than one story. My upstairs is legit 10-degrees (F) higher than my main level or basement. I never had that problem in Orlando. I may consider getting a mini-split just for the upstairs at some point - just stupid to even have to consider that. Go figure.

Anyway, I have enjoyed your content, so you will be missed. Enjoy your new live back in Texas. If Texas had skiable mountains, I would consider it.

[AJourneyOfYourSoul]

CO voters got rid of Ghallagher. Property taxes won’t be low anymore.

How dumb does CO voters have to be to willingly get rid of their residential property tax protections.

[LGMx]

Colorado is a great place to visit (although becoming less so by the day), horrific place to live. We just sold our property there and will NEVER own again in the state. Liberal government has destroyed a once great state.

[Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator]

Great info.
I'm laid back on SSI/DI & just left Texas for Colorado Springs.
We got into a great area.
Reason for moving? Hurricane Beryl Hit us hard. We sold everything & moved up here to be closer to our youngest Son.
Our 3br 2bth mobile home back home in TX was a $25k home but appraised at $150k!!! Not!
I love the people up here around Cheyenne Canyon. Everyone is so nice, gas is high dollar! $1.75 cheaper back in SE TX.

[lancelot]

So would you prefer living in Colorado Springs over Texas?

[DuffyGabi]

I am from Tim Walz's Minnesota. Try 9.85% income tax and 8.5% to 9.5% sales tax.