SperlingViews - Alamosa, Colorado

Over the past 10 years we have visited Alamosa over the summers. We have seen the upgrade of the towns in the area and Alamosa is the most attractive it sports a lovely small downtown area that welcomes visitors in a warm, non-intrusive way. On our 2006 trip, We were pleasantly suprised to find the microbrewery which put us in mind of some of the microbrewerys in Pensacola, Fl. The wrap around mountain ranges are bonafide Colorado experiences, and the downtown walking area felt safe and caused us to linger at several shops to purchase gifts for folks back home in Florida & Kentucky. The shopping for grocery and supplies were easy in Alamosa. Also we are aware that several power companies are building and promoting solar & wind, and if there are few jobs now that ought to upgrade for young people. Since we are landowners we are considering spending our summers in Alamosa & traveling back to our home in Ky for a milder winter. I know Alamosa has a wonderful growth potential but I am glad they are proceeding with caution and an eye for keeping community spirit alive.[read more...]

Alamosa ..pros/ cons Pros 1. very cheap place to live 2. nice town 3. very nice people 4. low crime rate Cons 1. awful job market 2. limited cultural scene 3. like many small towns, many of the people don't want to leave their comfort zones if even just to see other places.[read more...]