Welcome to Old North End
A charming community minutes from downtown Colorado Springs
With stunning Victorian architecture and perfectly maintained historic homes, the small community of Old North End is a picture-perfect neighborhood located north of Colorado Springs. The neighborhood is listed as a historic district by
History Colorado and features abundant green spaces for outdoor recreation, unique restaurants, and community-wide annual events. The area is so charming and inviting, it could almost be mistaken for a movie set!
After a major population boom in the early 1800s, the northern end of Colorado Springs experienced rapid residential developments. A majority of the homes in Old North End were built quickly, and thanks to the emergence of the gold mines in the area, many people were seeking to establish a laid-back community outside of the city. Large, Victorian homes were built and today, these homes are expertly maintained and preserved. The 1920s saw an explosion of Mediterranean-style homes built in the same neighborhood, furthering the town’s historic prominence and charm. With attractive, diverse properties in a well-maintained and proud community, Old North End is a fantastic place to call home.
What to Love
- A welcoming community that is full of pride and spirit
- Loaded with historic charm and beautiful architecture
- Bike-friendly neighborhood with lanes running north and south through the community
Local Lifestyle
Residents of the Old North End Neighborhood (affectionately known as “ONEN”) enjoy a laid-back lifestyle in a picturesque neighborhood. Citizens of ONEN are dedicated to maintaining their community and frequently hold fundraisers to preserve the architecture and save the land from being overdeveloped. Beautiful parks dot the community, making it walkable and bikeable. The neighborhood is only a five-minute bike ride to bike-friendly downtown and only five minutes to Colorado College.
Many families and retirees find Old North End to be the perfect place to call home. With excellent schools, welcoming neighbors, and gorgeous homes to choose from, Old North End just might be your next best place to live.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Enjoy quality time with friends at Good Neighbors Meetinghouse, the perfect spot for a cup of freshly brewed coffee and incredible sandwiches. They serve waffles all day and offer a fairly extensive wine list, market goods, and house-made syrups for purchase. The cafe that has it all, Good Neighbors Meetinghouse is a “go-to” spot for residents of Old North End.
Customers make the drive from miles around to experience the magic of Sasquatch Cookies. Made fresh daily, this cookie business aims to please customers with all different palates, offering batches of snickerdoodles, classic chocolate chip, macadamia nut, and oatmeal raisin alongside rotating special flavors. The cookies are “Sasquatch-sized” and are delivered to the community in a full-out Sasquatch costume. The mission of Sasquatch cookies is to bring joy to others through delicious, locally sourced cookie ingredients and the fun and unique extra mile staff put into the overall cookie-buying experience. Come for the cookies and stay for the fun!
For the best pizza in town, visit Leon Guessi New York Pizza. Offering gluten-free and vegan options, Leon Guessi’s provides top-tier customer service and a mouthwatering menu. Residents of Colorado Springs flock to this pizza joint for their authentic New York-style pies, over-stuffed calzones, and huge subs served in an energetic atmosphere.
Things to Do
In 1907, General William Jackson Palmer created Monument Valley Park. The tranquil landscape features 8 miles of trail surrounding beautiful lakes and ponds and ample green space for picnics, sporting events, and leisure time outdoors. Locals also love spending time at the Patty Jewett Golf Course, a historic golfing destination that features an 18-hole course, a shop, and a restaurant.
ONEN Fest, an annual fall potluck party for residents of Old North End, features live music, children’s activities, and a chili cook-off. The ONEN Fest is a celebrated tradition and popular community event that celebrates the changing of the seasons.Schools
In addition to liberal arts institution Colorado College, there are a few high-achieving schools near Old North End. Some of these great schools include: