East of Colorado Springs, Peyton and Falcon stretch along Meridian Road near E. Woodmen. Big sky. Open space. Neighborhoods with room to breathe. You’ll find community parks, newer master-planned areas, and pockets where horses and small acreage still make sense—without a long drive back into the city.
Peyton and Falcon, Colorado keep a small-town pace—wide skies, two-lane roads, and neighbors who still wave from the mailbox. Weekend ball games play at Falcon Regional Park’s baseball and softball fields, the El Paso County Fair in Calhan runs as a week-long event in mid July, and favorite trails include the Rock Island Trail for flat multi-use miles, the meadow loops at Homestead Ranch Regional Park, and the neighborhood paths through Meridian Ranch. This east-side pocket offers room to spread out while staying close to everyday services and neighborhoods you’ll actually use.
Buyers who want space and value over tight urban blocks. People comparing neighborhood HOA amenities such as pools, rec centers, and trails to larger lots and quiet streets. Folks who like starry nights, easy access to the Powers corridor, and straightforward runs into town for shopping and work.
Meridian Ranch in Falcon — planned community with trails, parks, a rec center, and Antler Creek Golf Course
Woodmen Hills in Falcon — established HOA community with paths and recreation centers
Paint Brush Hills in Falcon — larger lots with a suburban–rural feel
Peyton — unincorporated area with a mix of manufactured homes, small ranches, and acreage where horses and livestock are common
Start with a local cup at AffoGatto Cafe in Falcon, then trade pavement for open space. Falcon Regional Park brings big-sky walking paths, multi-use fields, and a dog park; Homestead Ranch Regional Park adds rolling meadow loops, picnic spots, and a small fishing pond—easy ways to get outside without a long drive.
Daily errands stay simple. Falcon Town Center around Meridian and E. Woodmen anchors groceries and services with Walmart Supercenter and Safeway, while the Shops at Meridian Ranch cluster dining and basics right inside the neighborhood. It’s room-to-breathe living with a one-stop loop for what you need.
Most Peyton and Falcon addresses attend Falcon School District 49, with a suburban-meets-rural feel, modern facilities, and active parent groups. Elementary options commonly include Meridian Ranch, Woodmen Hills, Bennett Ranch, and Falcon Elementary School of Technology; most students feed to Falcon Middle School and then Falcon High School, which offers advanced academics, arts, career and technical pathways, and competitive athletics. Families often note easy access to fields and parks, a welcoming community vibe, and a mix of newer and established campuses.
Expect direct routes to the Powers corridor, northeast shopping hubs, and I-25 via E. Woodmen or Research and Interquest. Commutes to Peterson SFB and Schriever SFB are common from here; many buyers choose Peyton and Falcon for that balance of space at home and simple base access.
Falcon Regional Park — sports fields, dog park, big-sky views
Homestead Ranch Regional Park — loop trails, pond, picnic shelters, rolling meadows
Neighborhood greenspaces — paths, pocket parks, and HOA amenities vary by subdivision
Rural roads make for easy sunrise runs or evening bike rides; watch for wildlife and changing weather.
You’ll see newer builds in master-planned communities, mid-2000s homes with HOA amenities, and acreage properties in Peyton with outbuildings or room for animals. Lot sizes, garages, and out-lot uses vary—often street by street. For a clear, block-by-block picture of what’s active and what’s moving, The Johnson Team can share current on-the-ground detail without pressure.
Is Peyton part of Colorado Springs?
No—Peyton is unincorporated; Falcon is a population center east of the city. Both are in El Paso County.
Where do most people shop?
Falcon Town Center at Meridian and E. Woodmen for daily errands; larger trips often go to Powers and Interquest.
Horse property—possible?
Yes, especially in Peyton and select Falcon pockets. Always review zoning and HOA rules.
Are there golf or rec options?
Yes—Antler Creek Golf Course, plus neighborhood recreation centers depending on the HOA.
Have questions about living in Peyton or Falcon—schools, HOA differences, or which streets feel most rural versus suburban? The Johnson Team can help you compare neighborhoods and map next steps.
33,287 people live in Peyton & Falcon, Colorado, where the median age is 37.7 and the average individual income is $48,825. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Peyton & Falcon, Colorado has 10,640 households, with an average household size of 3.13. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Peyton & Falcon, Colorado do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 33,287 people call Peyton & Falcon, Colorado home. The population density is 176.49 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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