Old North End offers a charming neighborhood with a slow-paced and tranquil atmosphere that many will find appealing. The area features a predominance of single detached homes, largely constructed before the 1960s, providing spacious three and four-bedroom residences. Access to daily necessities is convenient, with various businesses, restaurants, and coffee shops nearby. Cycling infrastructure is well-developed, making it easy to get around on bikes. Commuting by car is straightforward due to close highway access and ample parking. Educational options include several public and private primary schools, enhancing local convenience. A few bus lines provide additional transit connections throughout the neighborhood.
Old North End offers a slower-paced atmosphere. Old North End is fairly good for those who need quiet surroundings, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue - although there are still several louder sections, especially closer to one of the railway lines.
Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special
Stretching along the western edge of the Old North End, Monument Valley Park offers beautiful walking and biking trails, lush shaded lawns, sports courts, and community gardens, making it a favorite green space for neighborhood residents and a venue for local gatherings.
Located at the southern end of Old North End, this prestigious liberal arts college not only adds vibrant student life to the area but also welcomes locals to cultural events, art exhibits, and public lectures on its picturesque, historic campus.
North Tejon Street serves as a local hotspot in Old North End, lined with beloved neighborhood eateries, cozy coffee shops, and unique cafes, making it a go-to for residents and visitors seeking great food and a welcoming community atmosphere.
A staple for Old North End residents, the King Soopers on Uintah Street is more than just a grocery—its location, walkable from many homes, and selection of locally sourced goods make it a convenient and essential part of daily neighborhood life.
Running adjacent to the neighborhood, this multi-use trail provides Old North End residents with scenic routes for biking, jogging, and dog-walking, connecting them to downtown Colorado Springs and nature spots all along Monument Creek.
Things to do, events, and what's happening this month
This downtown arts evening is an easy outing from the Old North End, with museum exhibits, new art, hands-on creative stations, D11 Chalktober murals, desserts, and food trucks. It is especially appealing for residents who want a relaxed, walkable cultural event close to central Colorado Springs.
View event details →The Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s downtown concert is a convenient evening option for Old North End residents seeking live music without a long drive. The Pikes Peak Center is close to neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, and other downtown attractions, making it suitable for a date night or a cultured night out with friends.
View event details →This family-friendly festival offers more than two weeks of hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities around Colorado Springs. Old North End families can choose individual programs near downtown or UCCS rather than committing to a distant day trip, with many activities listed as free.
View event details →Venetucci Farm provides a classic fall outing within a reasonable Colorado Springs drive of the Old North End. Families can pick pumpkins, enjoy cider and pumpkin muffins, play lawn games, browse weekend craft vendors, and take seasonal photos in an outdoor setting that feels distinctly local.
View event details →Old Colorado City’s fall celebration is one of the most neighborhood-accessible seasonal events for Old North End residents. The free afternoon includes live music, pumpkin painting, autumn food and drinks, crafts, vendors, and a family-friendly atmosphere in a historic west-side park just a short drive away.
View event details →Stories, updates, and things to know in Old North End
Local characteristics and demographics for Old North End
