Demographics

Nestled in the heart of our city lies the Historic Uptown Neighborhood, a bustling urban enclave of over 1,995 residents. Steeped in historic architecture, with close to 60% of our buildings greater than 100 years old and 79% greater than 50 years old. This means nearly 8 in 10 properties in the neighborhood were built before 1970. These historical structures give our streets a distinct architectural charm that tells tales of yesteryears. While our community holds onto its rich past, it’s also home to a dynamic population; most are renters living in multi-family residences like apartments and condominiums.

In recent times, there’s been a notable shift in property dynamics. The area’s vibrant mix includes residential spaces, comprising 68% of properties, and the non-residential sector at 32%. This suggests a neighborhood that’s not just for living, but also for working, shopping, and playing.

But here’s what truly stands out: the essence of Uptown is its community. The figures show a harmonious, mixed-income demographic. Our neighborhood is an organically grown blend of the past and the present, and a testament to resilience and evolution. Come walk our streets, experience our culture, and be part of our story. Welcome to Uptown!

Data Sources: (1) Esri, El Paso County Assessor’s Database and City of Colorado Springs Planning and Community Development Department as of March 2022; (2) US Census Bureau, 2015-2019 American Community Survey

Neighborhood Tours

Tours of the Historic Uptown Neighborhood are self-guided. The tours were compiled by volunteers and former city planner, Tim Scanlon.

We do sometimes schedule free historic walking tours with a local historian and former city planner, Tim Scanlon. Check out our Events page for more information.

Contact us if you would like to arrange a guided tour!

Historic Districts

A historic district comprises a collection of interconnected sites, buildings, structures, or objects that share a historical or aesthetic connection through their planned arrangement or physical development.

There are two Historic Districts registered with the National Register of Historic Places in our neighborhood: N Weber St-Wahsatch Ave Historic District and the Boulder Crescent Place Historic District.

The board is working towards adding a historic overlay for the Parkside Historic District.

Learn more about the historic districts in our neighborhood below.