Castle Rock, Colorado - Homes and Real Estate

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Castle Rock, Colorado was selected in the top 10 BEST PLACES to live by Money Magazine. Castle Rock has a wide range of options of homes, real estate and neighborhoods to choose from. From million dollar horse properties and ranches to quaint family neighborhoods - Castle Rock has it all!

Castle Rock residents enjoy a wonderful quality of life. They have spectacular views of the front-range and the unique vistas of the buttes and open space surrounding the town. They have quick and easy access to some of the best recreational opportunities available in the country. Their children excel in top quality schools, play in safe neighborhood parks and enjoy the friendliness of our small town charm. Businesses are drawn by a labor force that is highly skilled, educated and experienced and by the proximity to the State's two major markets, Denver & Colorado Springs.

For those of us who are lucky enough to both own a home and work from Castle Rock, life is good... very, very good.

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The Town of Castle Rock is a booming community located in Douglas County midway between Denver and Colorado Springs. The number of residents has grown tremendously since the early 1980's, but Castle Rock has retained its small-town character and distinct community boundaries.

What attracts residents to one of the fastest growing counties in the nation? It seems to be a combination of our breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, our convenient location, dry and mild climate, 300 days of sunshine a year, our low crime rate, and a small town atmosphere which includes numerous annual family oriented events.

Outdoor recreational opportunities abound in Castle Rock, Colorado - including outdoor parks and a new skate park, golf courses, wide open space and the International PGA tournament. A school system that has been nationally recognized for its excellence, a recreation center with an Olympic size pool and a wide variety of shopping and dining experiences all enhance the residents' quality of life.

Our small town charm, beautiful views and unique culture attract more than 3,000 new residents annually. As the county seat, Castle Rock boasts a quality of life that is hard to come by for many other metropolitan communities. Scattered with sprawling new residential developments and surrounded by rolling hills, it's an idyllic setting for those who want to raise a family outside the city and enjoy the beautiful Colorado landscape.

Schools in Castle Rock, Colorado
Access to top-quality education is a key component that families consider when relocating to a community. Castle Rock is proud to be located within the Douglas County School District, one of the top-performing school districts in the entire state. The Douglas County School District maintains one of the highest public school ratings in Colorado and the nation.

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CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO - Subdivisions - Real Estate and Homes

Plum Creek / Bell Mountain / Crystal Valley Ranch
Plum Creek is located on the south end of town, and many of its magnificent homes enjoy views of the Golf and Country Club. One of our newest communities, Crystal Valley Ranch, is currently under development. Further south, in Bell Mountain Ranch, homes of grandeur are available on acreage lots.

Castle Pines / Castle Pines North / Diamond Ridge Estates
Castle Pines (a gated community) and Castle Pines North are on the north end of town, each with their own golf course views. Diamond Ridge Estates is perched on the north ridge above town and commands breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains.

Metzler Ranch / The Woodlands / Escavera
Metzler Ranch, The Woodlands and Escavera continue to grow in Castle Rock. Each neighborhood is perched on a lovely hillside on the east side of town. Located near the King Soopers Shopping Center, Wal-Mart, Douglas County High School and the Castle Rock Recreation Center, both neighborhoods are convenient to the central corridors of I-25 and Meadows/Founders Parkway.

The Hidden Forest
Located just 10 minutes south of Castle Rock, near the Golf Club at Bear Dance, The Hidden Forest is a custom home community nestled in the forest, where the trees and gentle wildlife will always far outnumber the residents. Easy commute, heavily forested sites, lots of open space, and eight custom homebuilders ready to build your dream home.

COLORADO GOLFING in Castle Rock, Colorado
Castle Rock has some of the best, most challenging, and prettiest golf courses in Colorado - in fact, some of the best golf in the country can be found here. Castle Pines, home to the International Golf Tournament, is one of the premier private golf clubs in the country. Castle Rock is home to four private and three public courses - all of which are highly regarded in the golf world. And there are over a dozen more public courses within easy driving distance. You'll always find an open tee time in Castle Rock.

Popular EVENTS in Castle Rock, Colorado

Spring in Colorado brings the Front Range Showcase where consumers browse booths displaying all that Castle Rock has to offer in shopping, business, home, garden and play. This trade show brings thousands of people who want to be entertained and educated on the different products and services in the area. Entertainment on the main stage and informational seminars augment this well attended Showcase. Located at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds in Castle Rock, this is a two-day event.

On the first Sunday in June, more than 7,000 riders spin their wheels in the Elephant Rock Bike Tour. Courses range from 16 to 100 miles in length with Castle Rock being the start and finish line. Once the trek is done, riders fill up on delicious food, brew and enjoy the festival activities. And, believe it or not, every year there is a real live elephant present at the event, which adds to the fun.

Another favorite summer event, is our annual Golf Tournament

Truly a highlight of the summer includes the Castle Rock Wine Fest where over 20 Colorado wineries gather to present their award-winning wines in an exquisite outdoor setting at The Grange facility in The Meadows at Historic Castle Rock. Stroll in the park and enjoy wonderful fare from area chefs, culinary demonstrations, fine artisans, ice carving and a grape stomp. Live music fills the air throughout the day.

The lazy days of August celebrate the charm of the Old-fashioned County Fair and the tradition of the Douglas County Fair Parade and BBQ. These two events have been held for over 65 years. This week showcases bronco busting rodeos, carnival rides and parades complete with cotton candy, hot-dogs and lemonade. After the downtown parade on Saturday, a scrumptious BBQ with all the fixings, is held at the Castle Rock Fire Department. To top things off, an evening concert is held at the Douglas County Events Center.

Indian summer in September begins with the biggest annual celebration in our historic Wilcox Square. Beginning the weekend after Labor Day, more than 20,000 people attend ArtFest. This art show is an eclectic mix of culture, art and entertainment in a casual outdoor setting. We offer a Children's Imagination Zone to ensure a family friendly outing. More than 145 artisans from across the nation are featured at this favorite cultural event.

November is another special time in Castle Rock. That's when our oldest traditional celebration, Starlighting, takes place. Kids, parents and grandparents become wide-eyed as Santa Claus lights the giant star on top of The Rock at Castle Rock. The Saturday before Thanksgiving, the whole town joins in to sing Silent Night while sipping hot chocolate and lighting holiday candles. Enjoy carriage rides, a live nativity scene, caroling groups and more at this home-town festive event.

Castle Rock Healthcare

Castle Rock Fire Department
The Castle Rock Fire Department offers a state of the art emergency medical response system and there are numerous physicians, specialists, dentists, and local medical centers offering general patient and emergency care.

Hospitals in Douglas County, Colorado:
Douglas County has recently added two new hospitals - Sky Ridge Medical Center and Parker Adventist Hospital. Castle Rock has many professional medical facilities to meet our needs. You will appreciate the variety of options available where they greet you by name.

Sky Ridge Medical Center
The hospital is located in Lone Tree, Colorado (South Metro Denver) at I-25 and Lincoln Avenue. It is about a 10-minute drive north of Castle Rock. Sky Ridge provides a full range of services including a level III emergency/trauma department, cancer center, full range surgical services, cardiac services, full diagnostic and imaging services, and a Women's Center with obstetrical services and a Level II Nursery for high-risk newborns.

10101 Ridge Gate Parkway
Lone Tree, CO 80124
(720) 225-1000
www.skyridgemedcenter.com

Parker Adventist Hospital
The 206,000-square-foot hospital opened with 100 beds with the potential for significant growth. The facility includes a Level II Trauma Center, full-service surgical suites, women's and children's services, diagnostic and imaging services, and cardiac services with catheterization lab. Parker Adventist Hospital is approximately 20 minutes north and east of Castle Rock.

9395 Crown Crest Blvd
Parker, CO 80138
303.269.4000
www.parkerhospital.org

Local Poison Center Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Center
1010 Yosemite Circle Denver, CO 80230
Metro Denver: (303) 739-1123
outside of Metro area: (800)-332-3073
www.rmpdc.org

REAL ESTATE and HOMES in Castle Rock COLORADO

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