Castle Rock Homes For Sale

Castle Rock is a charming town with plenty of amenities. Located less than 30 miles south of Denver, Castle Rock attracts residents who prefer a smaller town feel without bring far from big city opportunities. With more than 5,000 acres of open space, there’s plenty of room for the 57,666 Colorado residents who call this community home. Money Magazine rated Castle Rock the 4th best city to live in the nation. So, it’s no surprise that it continues to grow and thrive.

Outdoor recreation in Castle Rock draws not only the skiers and other snow enthusiasts one would expect; the city also boasts several beautifully maintained golf courses. Residents enjoy the great outdoors at the city’s Philip S. Miller Park and Activity Center, which sits on 270 acres and is easily accessible from all parts of the city. Other options include Castlewood Canyon State Park, Rock Park, and Quarry Mesa.
Residents who appreciate the arts enjoy seeing the Castle Rock Players put on great community theater productions. In fact, the city has its own orchestra. Castle Rocks hosts the WineFest Celebration each year in July, and the whole family can enjoy the annual Castle Rock Art Fest in September.

The weather is another factor that draws people to Castle Rock. For people who love the snow, the city gets an average of 77 inches per year, compared to the nation’s average of 26 inches. The average temperature is 85 degrees in July, and January has an average low of 16 degrees. Don’t worry! You’ll get plenty of sun. Castle Rock has an average of 245 sunny days per year, making it easy for residents to get outside and take advantage of all Castle Rock has to offer.

The average commute time for Castle Rock residents is 28 minutes. With Interstate 25 so close, residents find the commute to Denver or Colorado Springs easy. Of course, Castle Rock’s downtown area, along with the many manufacturing plants, provide plenty of jobs within the city.

Families with children love Castle Rock because it boasts one of the highest rated school systems in Colorado. Students in this area are served by the Douglas County School District. This school district has ten elementary, two middle, and two high schools. Other schools in the district include two charter schools, an alternative school, and several charter schools. The percentage of residents with a high school diploma or higher is 97%. The percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher is 48.5%.

Houses in Castle Rock are generally more affordable than in the nearby Colorado Springs or Denver, with a median home value of $328,700. The city has several planned communities, with neighborhoods broken down into northeast, northwest, southeast, and southwest quadrants. Whether you’re looking for a single-family home on a quiet street or a large estate with plenty of land, there’s something for everyone in Castle Rock. For people looking for amenities, several of the neighborhoods in Castle Rock offer their own pools, golf courses, and community centers.

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