Creekside 1BR Mountain Cottage | Walk to Downtown
Live in a one-of-a-kind historic cottage nestled into the mountainside, with Ruxton Creek flowing right through your front yard! This charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath home offers peaceful, nature-filled living just a short walk to downtown Manitou Springs and the Manitou Incline.
Originally home to the builders of the famous Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the cottage blends historic character with modern convenience. Enjoy relaxing outdoors with a creekside hammock space, raised garden beds, and a BBQ area perfect for summer evenings.
* 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom
* Bright Living Room
* Raised Garden Beds + BBQ Area
* Private Yard Space Next to Creek
* 1 Off-Street Parking Spot
* Free Street Parking with Permit + Guest Permit
* Coin-Op Laundry On-Site
*extra storage available 150sqft for $75/mo
Location Perks
* 5-min walk to downtown Manitou Springs
* Steps to hiking trails & the Manitou Incline
* Scenic, quiet neighborhood
* Lease: 1 year minimum
* Security Deposit: $1,300
* No Pets (strictly enforced)
**Requirements
* Verifiable rental history (last 2 residences)
* No evictions
* Verifiable income
* Co-signers allowed (must have credit & verifiable income)
* Rent: $1300/ month
* 9 month or 1 year lease option
- Gas, water and trash included
- Electric billed monthly. Ranges ($8 - $30) ($15 avg across most units)
* Security Deposit: $1300
* No Pets (strictly enforced)
**Requirements
* Verifiable rental history (last 2 residences)
* No evictions
* Verifiable income
* Co-signers allowed (must have credit & verifiable income)
**This rare mountain cottage won't last long inquire today to schedule a showing
House for rent
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$1,340/mo
318A Ruxton Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829
1beds
500sqft
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Single family residence
Available Sat Aug 15 2026
No pets
Shared laundry
Off street parking
Forced air
What's special
Raised garden bedsOne-of-a-kind historic cottageNestled into the mountainside
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Barbecue
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Gas, Water
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Manitou Springs
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/5/2026 | Price change | $1,340-1.8%$3/sqft |
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| 7/29/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,365+1.9%$3/sqft |
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| 5/31/2026 | Listing removed | $1,340$3/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Price change | $1,340+5.1%$3/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,275+2%$3/sqft |
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| 4/26/2026 | Listing removed | $1,250$3/sqft |
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| 4/14/2026 | Price change | $1,250-5.7%$3/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,325$3/sqft |
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| 2/12/2026 | Listing removed | $1,325$3/sqft |
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| 12/15/2025 | Price change | $1,325-5.4%$3/sqft |
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| 12/8/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400+5.7%$3/sqft |
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| 6/21/2025 | Listing removed | $1,325$3/sqft |
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| 6/17/2025 | Price change | $1,325-1.9%$3/sqft |
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| 6/11/2025 | Price change | $1,350-1.1%$3/sqft |
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| 6/4/2025 | Price change | $1,365-2.5%$3/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 80829
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ute Pass Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 5.6 mi
- 6/10Manitou Springs Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 8/10Manitou Springs High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi







