Schriever 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 Schriever 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: No family housing at Schriever — all personnel live off-base in Colorado Springs, Falcon, Peyton, or surrounding communities
Off-base: BAH is strong ($1,900-$2,600/month); the 20-45 min commute from Colorado Springs is a daily reality; many personnel choose east-side neighborhoods to minimize drive time
Top pick: Falcon, Peyton, and Meridian Ranch — 15-25 min east of base, more rural/acreage feel, Falcon D-49 schools, and the shortest commute possible to Schriever
East side: Stetson Hills, Ridgeview, and Banning Lewis Ranch — 25-35 min, suburban with newer homes and strong military population
Note: Schriever's remote high-plains location means no 'quick trips home' — plan on being at work all day; the Enoch Road corridor from Colorado Springs is two-lane and can be slow during rush hour
Key Resources for Housing
Trusted external resources for military families researching housing near Schriever Space Force Base.