Monument Community Info and Homes For Sale

Monument is unique in that is located near a metropolitan area of Denver, while retaining small town charm in a rural setting. As stated in the town motto, “Proud of our Past – Confident of our Future”. We are happy that you chose Monument as your home, and we hope that you will share your ideas in helping us to shape that future.

Monument, CO, is part of the Tri-Lakes Area and is nestled along the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains and centered approximately 20 miles north of Colorado Springs and 40 miles south of Denver. The town is bordered by National Forest on the west, the United States Air Force Academy to the south, foothills and rock outcroppings to the north and rolling plains to the east. Monument was named after Monument Creek which flows through the west side of town.

Monument, CO Community

The "Tri-Lakes" area attracts people from all over who come to experience the beauty and a close-by "get away experience" to our mountains and outdoor settings. They come to share in our attractive lifestyle and healthy economy.

Monument was first settled as a stop along the Rio Grande railroad in 1872, and the area was incorporated as a town called Henry’s Station in 1879, but the name was later changed to Monument. The Town of Monument at an elevation of 6,900 ft. maintains its small town atmosphere with unique shops and restaurants.

The average high temperatures in the summer reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit, while the average winter low temperature is 12 degrees. Monument gets about 100 inches of snowfall a year; however, warm sunny days are not uncommon in the middle of winter. View our Monument featured listings to see some available properties in the area, or browse all Monument properties for sale.

Monument Recreation and Attractions

The recreational opportunities and wonderful neighborhoods are balanced with Monument’s historic charm that is found in the community's downtown area. These characteristics help make Monument a distinct community, but it is our people that truly make us special. I am confident that you will find the citizens of Monument to be friendly with old-fashioned values and a progressive spirit.

One of the state's most visited tourist attractions is The United States Air Force Academy. It is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains just north of Colorado Springs, adjacent to Gleneagle and just south of the Monument-Palmer Lake area.

Trails for horse back riding, hiking and biking are numerous. A 16-mile stretch of the Santa Fe Trail extends from Palmer Lake to the south entrance of the Air Force Academy. The Greenland trailhead winds through rolling grasslands, past ponds, through oak scrublands and pines where fox and deer are frequently seen. Other outdoor activities include golf with four scenic golf courses and a spectacular view of the mountains.

Education in Monument, CO

Monument is part of Lewis-Palmer District 38 schools. Colorado offers school choice and in Monument there is support for public schools, private schools, charter schools, and home schools. Monument is mainly home to small business, and has no manufacturing or big business. The residents of Monument support several community and religious organizations, including several churches, Tri-Lakes Cares, YMCA and the SERTOMA service organization.