Schriever SFB
Schriever Space Force Base is the command and control hub for the majority of US military satellites, including GPS, missile warning, and space control systems, and hosts Space Delta 6 and Space Delta 8 among other units. Located on the high plains east of Colorado Springs, Schriever is the operational heart of the Space Force's satellite constellation management. Colorado Springs' exceptional outdoor recreation, affordable Colorado living, and the concentration of Space Force units makes the greater Colorado Springs area the unofficial capital of the Space Force.
Neighborhoods Near Schriever SFB
Popular communities where military families stationed at Schriever SFB choose to live.
Falcon / Peyton
10–20 min to main gateThe closest residential communities to Schriever SFB, Falcon and Peyton are fast-growing unincorporated El Paso County communities offering newer homes at moderate prices, wide-open Front Range views, and District 49 schools.
Briargate (Colorado Springs NE)
25–35 min to main gateSchriever personnel can live in the highly regarded Briargate corridor of Colorado Springs and commute east on Woodmen or Research Pkwy. Academy D20 schools are the primary draw.
Widefield / Security
25–35 min to main gate via Powers/MarksheffelAffordable southeast Colorado Springs communities convenient to Schriever via US-24/Fountain Blvd. Slightly lower prices than northeast Colorado Springs, served by Widefield School District 3.
Schools & Education
District 49 (Falcon) / Academy District 20
District 49 serves the communities nearest Schriever and has invested significantly in new school construction to keep pace with growth. Families willing to commute to Briargate gain access to Academy D20, the state's top district. Widefield SD 3 serves the southeast communities at an improving academic trajectory.
- Vista Ridge High School (D49) is the premier D49 campus with a strong STEM and military-connected student body
- Sand Creek High School in D49 has an active JROTC and CTE programs
- Academy D20 schools (accessible to Schriever commuters from Briargate) remain Colorado's top-rated large district
Things to Do Near Colorado Springs
Local favorites for dining, outdoor adventures, and entertainment in the Colorado Springs area.
A 120-acre El Paso County park in the ponderosa pine forests north of Schriever, offering hiking trails, equestrian paths, and a quiet natural retreat from the suburban development of the Powers corridor.
A Colorado Springs landmark south of town that has been giving away pumpkins to children at Thanksgiving for decades, now also open for fall festivals and fresh produce—a cherished military family tradition.
A popular wine bar and restaurant in Falcon serving charcuterie, wood-fired pizzas, and an extensive wine list in a relaxed neighborhood setting convenient for Schriever families.
An El Paso County geological wonder east of Colorado Springs featuring wildly eroded hoodoos and spires of colorful clay in shades of pink, lavender, and white—a striking and little-known local landmark.
The Powers Boulevard commercial corridor in northeast Colorado Springs features every major big-box retailer, restaurant chain, and specialty store needed by military families, easily accessible from Schriever.
Colorado Springs is the home of the US Olympic movement, and this stunning 60,000-square-foot museum in downtown tells the stories of America's Olympic athletes through immersive, award-winning exhibits.
Housing & Cost of Living
Falcon and the Schriever corridor offer the most affordable new construction in the Colorado Springs metro. The commute penalty is the tradeoff versus Peterson-area neighborhoods. District 49 is rapidly building new schools to keep pace with residential growth. The market remains active given continued Space Force and defense contractor hiring.
Popular neighborhoods to consider:
PCS Tips for Schriever SFB
- Contact the installation housing office early — wait lists can be long.
- Check BAH rates at the official DoD BAH calculator before setting your home budget.
- Get VA pre-approved before your PCS orders — it helps you move fast in competitive markets.
- Military-friendly real estate markets near bases can move quickly — be ready to act.