PCS and relocation
F.E. Warren AFB PCS and Cheyenne relocation
Orders to F.E. Warren? Buy with confidence from wherever you are stationed now, with video tours, VA loan know-how and a local agent who answers the phone.
Welcome to Cheyenne
About F.E. Warren and Cheyenne
F.E. Warren Air Force Base sits on the west side of Cheyenne and is home to the 90th Missile Wing. The base is one of the oldest continuously active military installations in the country, and Cheyenne has a long history as a military town. You will find neighbors, coaches and coworkers who have made the same move.
Cheyenne is Wyoming's capital, at the junction of I-25 and I-80. Fort Collins is about 45 minutes south, Denver International Airport is roughly an hour and a half away, and Laramie and the Snowy Range are to the west. Wyoming has no state income tax.
Expect wind, dry air and four real seasons. Cheyenne Frontier Days takes over the city every July, and the rest of the year the draw is space, a manageable cost of living and easy access to the outdoors.
Your housing allowance
2026 BAH for Cheyenne
Here is the 2026 Basic Allowance for Housing for the Cheyenne military housing area at several common pay grades, with dependents. Redfin's Cheyenne median sale price was $399,260 for the three months ending September 2026, so it helps to know your BAH and your loan options before you start looking.
| Pay grade | Monthly BAH, with dependents |
|---|---|
| E-4 | $1,539 |
| E-5 | $1,653 |
| E-6 | $2,217 |
| E-7 | $2,301 |
| O-3 | $2,442 |
Source: Defense Travel Management Office 2026 BAH rates, Cheyenne, WY military housing area, effective January 1, 2026. Confirm your rate with the official BAH calculator (ZIP 82005).
Financing
VA loans and assumable loans
A VA-backed purchase loan lets eligible buyers purchase with no down payment in many cases and no private mortgage insurance. You will still pay a VA funding fee unless you are exempt, and closing costs apply. Start with VA home loans on VA.gov and get your Certificate of Eligibility early.
Assumable VA loans can be a big deal when rates are higher than they were a few years ago. A qualified buyer may be able to take over a seller's existing VA loan and rate, with lender approval. Entitlement rules matter here, so talk with a VA-savvy lender before you count on one.
Buying from far away
How a sight-unseen purchase works
Live video tours
Mariah walks the home on FaceTime or video, opens closets, checks the yard and points out what photos miss.
Inspections you can see
She attends inspections and sends photos and video of anything the inspector flags.
Remote closing
Lenders and title companies that handle remote and mail-away closings, timed to your report date.
Rental-ready thinking
If you might keep the home as a rental after your next PCS, Mariah will point out what makes a property easy or hard to rent.
From a client
A service member on buying from overseas
“Across the world during military tour, I cold called her to take action on a house that I thought would be gone incredibly quick. She was out at the house with videos within an hour. … I will forever be grateful for her efforts in making our forever dream home happen at the drop of a hat.”
Next steps
Your PCS checklist
1. Get your Certificate of Eligibility and talk with a VA lender. 2. Confirm your BAH. 3. Call Mariah to set up a search and a video tour schedule. 4. Ask the base housing office about on-base options and the Military Housing Office referral process at warren.af.mil. 5. Line up your inspection and closing dates around your report date.
Map
Cheyenne and F.E. Warren AFB
FAQ
Common questions
Can I buy a house in Cheyenne before I arrive?
Yes. Many service members buy from another base or overseas. Mariah does live video walkthroughs, coordinates inspections and works with lenders and title companies that close remotely, so you can be ready to move in when you arrive.
Can I use a VA loan in Cheyenne?
Yes. Eligible service members and veterans can use a VA-backed home loan, often with no down payment. Check your eligibility and get your Certificate of Eligibility through VA.gov.
What is an assumable VA loan?
Some sellers have VA loans that a qualified buyer can take over, sometimes at the seller's original interest rate. The lender and the VA have to approve the assumption, and entitlement rules apply, so ask your lender early. Mariah can help you find listings where an assumption may be possible.
What is BAH in Cheyenne for 2026?
For the Cheyenne military housing area in 2026, BAH with dependents is $1,539 for an E-4, $1,653 for an E-5, $2,217 for an E-6, $2,301 for an E-7 and $2,442 for an O-3, per the Defense Travel Management Office. Confirm your rate with the official calculator.
Should I buy or rent for a three-year tour?
It depends on prices, your rate and whether you would keep the home as a rental after you PCS. Mariah can run both scenarios with real numbers so you can decide.
Got orders to F.E. Warren?
Call or text Mariah today. She can start sending homes and video tours before your household goods are packed.
BAH figures are from the Defense Travel Management Office and loan information from VA.gov. Neither agency endorses this site. This page is general information, not lending advice. Market figures are from the sources named next to them, with the period stated, and change month to month. Listing information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Mariah Jeffery, Ph.D., CCIM, is a REALTOR® licensed in Wyoming and Colorado with Coldwell Banker The Property Exchange, 255 Storey Blvd, Cheyenne, WY 82009. Equal Housing Opportunity.