Rare find in SW Black Forest on edge of Colorado Springs with an unbeatable, close-in location on 5.5 acres of trees and meadow featuring unobstructed and awe-inspiring views of Pikes Peak, the evening twinkle of city lights and surrounding mountain range. Rancher with over 2, 500 square feet, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a 2 car attached over-sized garage and a large 4 car detached RV garage/workshop. The home has been well cared for and has fresh interior and exterior paint, stucco exterior, beautiful oak hardwood floors, an abundance of large energy efficient windows and new carpet. This is the best of both worlds - living on beautiful close-in acreage but with the best city amenities reachable within mere minutes of your home. No covenants or HOA. Zoned for horses, chickens, other animals and outbuildings. Close proximity to over 2, 000 acres of open space w/ miles of equestrian friendly trails, playgrounds and tennis courts. The large outbuilding features electric, an over-sized RV overhead door, concrete floors and plenty of storage. Large great room with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, an abundance of windows w/ tremendous views and open to the kitchen for entertaining purposes. Spacious main level primary suite w/ 5 piece bath. Expansive lower level family room w/ new carpet. Fenced north pasture with lush meadow is animal ready. Award winning School District 20. Amazing opportunity to purchase close-in valuable acreage with a well maintained home and outbuilding - see this property quickly.