6853 Red Cardinal Loop

2,292 Sq. Ft.
$215 / Sq. Ft.
2,292
Sq. Ft.
$215
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home in the desirable Forest Meadows neighborhood of Colorado Springs. The open concept main level offers a bright and inviting layout for everyday living and entertaining, with a spacious living room, dining area and kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, a walk in pantry and a breakfast bar perfect for family meals, hosting friends or enjoying quiet evenings at home. Upstairs, the primary suite provides...Welcome to this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home in the desirable Forest Meadows neighborhood of Colorado Springs. The open concept main level offers a bright and inviting layout for everyday living and entertaining, with a spacious living room, dining area and kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, a walk in pantry and a breakfast bar perfect for family meals, hosting friends or enjoying quiet evenings at home. Upstairs, the primary suite provides a private retreat with a custom barn door, walk in closet and a full bath with soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath offer comfort and flexibility. The walk out lower level includes a large family room, powder bath and a spacious laundry room. The garden level basement with new LVP flooring and an upgraded three quarter bath offers versatile flex space for a fourth bedroom, game room, workout area or office. Step outside to the fully fenced backyard designed for relaxing and entertaining. Enjoy a covered pergola, built in grill, bar area, bench seating, swing and shed, creating the perfect setting for gathering with family and friends. Views of Pikes Peak can be enjoyed from various spots throughout the home. Recent updates include an impact resistant roof in March 2024, painted exterior trim and a new gate in April 2024 and a new hot water heater and basement LVP in Dec 2025. The oversized three car tandem garage features walk out access to the backyard and ample space for your vehicles, toys and adventure gear. Conveniently located near Briargate, military bases, shopping, dining, parks, schools, hospitals and emergency services, this home combines thoughtful updates, flexible living space and a backyard made for enjoying life. It is just 20 minutes to Peterson SFB and the USAFA, 30 minutes to Schriever SFB and Fort Carson and less than 10 minutes to emergency services. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this beautiful home your own!
  1. Listed by Laura Swearingen • LPT Realty
    P: (913)-526-5435 C: (719)-355-5963 Laura@LauraSwearingen.me

Property Details for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

Structure Type
House
Architectural Style
Outbuildings, House Faces East, Paved, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
View
Mountain(s)
Levels
Multi/Split
Subdivision Name
Forest Meadows
Association
Yes
Multiple Associations
No
Basement
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 01:16 AM

Property Details for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

StatusActive
MLS #6936968
Days on CompassListed Today
Taxes$2,708 / year
HOA Fees$284 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2013
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,167 SF
CountyEl Paso County

Location

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Building Information for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

Stories-Year Built2013Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,167 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,647 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,397

Property Taxes

$226

HOA Dues

$24

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Property Information for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

Interior Area & SqFt
Interior Area & SqFt
  • Building Area Total (SqFt Total): 2292
  • Sqft Total: 2292
  • Living Area (SqFt Finished): 2292
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1748
  • Living SqFt: 1748
  • Sq Ft Apx: 544
  • Below Grade Unfinished Area: 0
  • Area Source: Public Records
  • PSF Total: 215
  • PSF Above Grade: 281
  • PSF Finished: 215
  • Master on Main: No
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Room and Floor: Master Bedroom-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-1, Bedroom-Upper-2, Bedroom-Basement-1, Kitchen-Main-1, Dining Room-Main-1, Living Room-Main-1, Laundry-Lower-1, Bathroom Full-Upper-1, Bathroom Full-Upper-2, Bathroom Half-Lower-1, Bathroom Three Quarter-Basement-1, Family Room-Lower-1
  • Room Count: 13
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Other
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Granite Counters, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Primary Suite, Radon Mitigation System, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Radon Detector, Smart Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry Features: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Bar-B-Q, Disposal, Fire Alarm
Financials & Expenses
Fees & Restrictions
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
Bed & Bath Summary
Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Upper Level Bedrooms: 3
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Lower Level Bedrooms: 0
  • Basement Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
  • Lower Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
Detailed Room Info
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Bath Adjoins, Carpet, Walk-in Closet, Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 16
  • Room Width: 13
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Carpet, Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 10
  • Room Width: 11
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Description: Carpet, Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 11
  • Room Width: 12
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Bath Adjoins, LVP, Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 24
  • Room Width: 16
Room 5
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: Granite Countertops, Breakfast Bar, Walk-in Pantry, Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 11
Room 6
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: LVP
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 9
Room 7
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Description: LVP, Ceiling Fan
  • Room Length: 13
  • Room Width: 13
Room 8
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: LVP, Cabinets & Shelving
  • Room Length: 9
  • Room Width: 5
Room 9
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 10
  • Room Type: Bathroom Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 11
  • Room Type: Bathroom Half
  • Room Level: Lower
Room 12
  • Room Type: Bathroom Three Quarter
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Description: Tile
Room 13
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Description: Carpet, Walk-Out
  • Room Length: 20
  • Room Width: 13
Parking
Parking
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Dry Walled, Exterior Access Door, Lighted, Oversized, Tandem
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Type: Garage (Attached)
  • Parking Description: Garage (Attached)-3
  • Parking Details: 3
  • Parking Total: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Offstreet Spaces: 0
  • Parking Count: 3
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Reserved Spaces: 0
  • RV Spaces: 0
Association Information
Association Information
  • Association Fee Includes: Trash
  • Association Fee Total Annual: $284
  • Association Amenities: Playground
  • Senior Community: No
Site & Location Information
School Information
  • Elementary School: Inspiration View
  • Elementary School District: District 49
  • Middle Or Junior School: Sky View
  • Middle Or Junior School District: District 49
  • High School: Vista Ridge
  • High School District: District 49
Site & Location Information
  • Lot Size Acres: .16
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7167
  • Lot Features: Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Zoning: PUD AO
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Accessibility Features: Outbuildings, House Faces East, Paved
  • Property Exclusions: Seller's personal property, all drapes / curtains on windows except the window cover on window by front entry door, shelving in garage
Building Information
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Outbuildings
  • Out Building Count: 1
  • Number of Out Buildings: 1.0
  • Horse: No
Building Information
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stone
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Gas Grill, Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
  • Livable Structure Count: 0
Water & Utilities
Water & Utilities
  • Water Included: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Property History for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 25, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530645304

$499,900

+8.7% / yr

Jun 15, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572599603

$261,000

+7.1% / yr

Oct 9, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #369692521

$217,129
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/25/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1530645304

$499,900

+8.7% / yr

06/15/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572599603

$261,000

+7.1% / yr

10/09/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #369692521

$217,129

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

Taxable ValueLand$6,030Additions$26,750Total$32,780
Tax Record2024$2,708 ($226 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,292 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,748 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt544 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,167 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2013ZoningPUD AOCountyEL PASOAPN5305403018

Schools near 6853 Red Cardinal Loop

This home is within Falcon School District 49.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 2 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Inspiration View Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Skyview Middle School
Public6 to 8

Vista Ridge High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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6853 Red Cardinal Loop is a single family home for sale in Colorado Springs, CO 80908. This listing's school district is Falcon School District 49. Nearby schools include Inspiration View Elementary School, Academy for Literacy, Learning and Innovation Excellence and Skyview Middle School. 6853 Red Cardinal Loop is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,292 sqft single family home built in 2013.

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Listing Courtesy of LPT Realty, Laura Swearingen

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