I recently reenlisted for Ft. Carson, what can I expect as far as the units and living locations off post?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 00:41:21 -0400

Response by LTC Jason Strickland made Aug 25 at 2019 9:56 AM

LTC Jason Strickland — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 09:56:34 -0400

SPC Private RallyPoint Member, lots of opportunities for living off-post in the "Greatest Hometown in the U.S. Army." Fountain/Security have a lot of nice, affordable places to live south of Ft. Carson.

Response by SSG Willis Baker made Aug 25 at 2019 2:05 PM

SSG Willis Baker — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 14:05:05 -0400

My experience of Ft. Carson dates back to 1974-1976. It was a great first duty station. There was lots to do back then and there is probably tons more now. I've been back a number of times when I visit my sister-in-law in Pueblo. A lot of new barracks complexes. They built a new hospital, new commissary and PX. You can drive to the Air Force Academy and watch Falcon's Football and go to Denver for Bronco's Football. And Cheyenne Mountain is great. When it snowed I would drive up mountain to the old mining towns.
You'll have a great time there. Best of luck to you.

Response by SGT Bryant Young made Aug 25 at 2019 11:52 PM

SGT Bryant Young — Sun, 25 Aug 2019 23:52:20 -0400

The units will have you very busy... I made some good friends but didn't regret leaving the unit I was assigned to.

That being said, Colorado Springs and the surrounding area is a beautiful city with soooo many activities and things to do outside with phenomenal weather most of the year. I plan on returning at some point, wether in or out of the military.

Response by SGT Brandon Culpepper made Aug 27 at 2019 4:10 PM

SGT Brandon Culpepper — Tue, 27 Aug 2019 16:10:59 -0400

I was stationed there from 2002-2008, Colorado Springs is not your typical Army town which is a good thing if you can behave yourself. Living off post was hard but proper time management for driving on and off post will be key if you live off post. You’re an hour from Denver and 15 minutes from Manitou Springs which is gorgeous. Make the most of your time there and invest in year around tires, the snow gets DEEP!

Response by SGT Darin Jenkins made Aug 30 at 2019 1:54 PM

SGT Darin Jenkins — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 13:54:39 -0400

Stay out of the night clubs DRUGS ARE EVERYWHERE. The elevation is over 6000 feet so you may have a little difficulty running at first. I never liked living off post if you can get locked in and retire at Ft Carson then I would suggest buying a house off post but if not id recommend staying in onpost housing.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 1 at 2019 10:11 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 01 Sep 2019 22:11:19 -0400

Extremely expensive

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 10 at 2019 1:58 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 10 Sep 2019 13:58:58 -0400

The housing market is amazing so don't be afraid to go for an inexpensive house if you're good with home improvement. BAH was $1,550 for me as a SPC so you have a bit of leeway when it comes to the area you want to live in. There are tons of amazing places to live off post if you have an area in mind feel free to message me and I can give you some tips on where to stay and what places to avoid. As for units good luck. 3ABCT is where careers tend to end. They've had a stint of terrible leadership for years. I hope it gets better during your time there for you. If you have any other questions feel free to message me.