Peterson Space Force Base Housing Guide
📍 Colorado Springs, Colorado
Tips for Military Families
- Start your housing search early — on-base waitlists can be 6–12 months at popular bases.
- Check current BAH rates on the DTMO calculator before setting your housing budget — rates change annually.
- Join local military spouse Facebook groups for unfiltered rental reviews and landlord recommendations from families who've been there.
Everything you need to know about on-base and off-base housing options near Peterson Space Force Base. We cover BAH rates, popular neighborhoods for military families stationed in Colorado Springs, Colorado, commute times, and what to expect from base housing communities.
On-base: Privatized housing managed by Tierra Vista Communities — multiple neighborhoods on and near Peterson with single-family homes, townhomes, and duplexes; 600+ units; newer construction in Ridgeview and Tierra Vista neighborhoods
Off-base: Most families live in Colorado Springs, Fountain, or Security-Widefield; BAH is strong ($1,900-$2,600/month) relative to Colorado Springs cost of living
Wait times: On-base wait lists vary by neighborhood and rank, typically 2-5 months; family-size homes have longer waits
Top pick: Briargate, Cordera, and Wolf Ranch in northern Colorado Springs — 20-25 min commute via Powers Blvd, excellent D-20 schools, newer construction with mountain views
Note: Colorado Springs has seen rapid growth; housing prices have risen ~40% since 2020; plan for competitive bidding on off-base purchases
Key Resources for Housing
Trusted external resources for military families researching housing near Peterson Space Force Base.