The western spirit is alive in Elbert County, from a community that embraces Colorado's rich history to a school system and neighborhoods that rival nearby counties.
Education
• Five Public School Districts covering 1,851 sq. miles
• Low student/teacher ratio
• Three Community Colleges in the region (Pikes Peak, Arapahoe and Morgan)
Recreation
• Proximity to Colorado amenities (skiing, hiking, biking, hunting and fishing)
• Year-round events and activities (Chamber of Commerce functions, rodeo, county fair, golf, disc golf, Elbert County Museum, farmer’s market, and more)
Lifestyle
• 247 Days of Sunshine
• Average Winter Temp: 41 F
• Average Summer Temp: 81 F
• Healthiest Communities ranking – US News & World Report
Housing
• Median Housing Value $ 463,600
• More than 10,000 Housing Units
• 231 Home Building Permits in 2022
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ELBERT COUNTY COMMUNITIES
Kiowa
The Town of Kiowa is the county seat of Elbert County and home of the Elbert County Fair. With just under 750 residents, Kiowa has a small town feel in a county that is experiencing growth due to its proximity to the urban centers of the Front Range.
Simla
Simla is a high plains town along US Highway 24 with a population of about 600. Another signature town in Elbert County with a rural, small town character within a 45 minute drive to Colorado Springs.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth is the most populous town on the western edge of Elbert County with wide sections of beautiful ponderosa pine trees. With almost 1,700 people, it is a growing community within commuting distance of Denver and Colorado Springs.
The Metro Down Payment Assistance Program can help prospective homebuyers with up to 5% assistance for down payments on homes in Elbert County.
There is no first-time homebuyer requirement.
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Let's Start a Conversation
Marc Dettenrieder
Director of Community and Economic Development