We found a duplex with a 2 car garage, patio and fenced backyard that allowed pets - all very hard to find. We ended up getting a 3 bedroom 2 bath with 1 living space. We've already begun making a list of things we need to sell before the move in order to fit into it. We're also going to have to buy some proper garage shelving to store everything. BUT all in all, we are happy. We like the location, its on the western edge of Manhattan (the largest town in the area) so Eric's commute will take 15-20 minutes. I can access post amenities, but live away from the military. There is also a cute neighborhood park close by.
What else do I like? umm - the yard won't be overwhleming to take care of when Eric deploys - its a good size but still smaller than what we had and no rock landscaping to keep weed-free. The range has a flat cooktop and an overhead microwave to make up for the lack of counter space. There are no stairs :-). There is a separate laundry room leading to the garage with a closet for storing dirty shoes and wet coats etc.
So I guess you could say we are happy with what we got - AFTER we got over the initial shock of how expensive everything was compared to Colorado. We decided to rent so that we did not have to stress the next time we move posts. I hate that we will live in less for about the same in KANSAS! But I am over having my fits. I just have to be happy and let all the bad stuff slide...