Living in Castle Rock
Originally inhabited by Arapahoe and Cheyenne Indians, Castle Rock was home to early white settlers who traveled west on promises of gold and the opportunities provided by the Homestead Act of 1864. Then, rhyolite stone was discovered, and a rock quarry in Plum Creek took hold and began to thrive. Castle Rock grew further when the train depot opened, linking the town to the Denver and Rio Grande train lines, and creating a new method to export rhyolite and dairy products from the area.
Today's residents of Castle Rock are young, active, and family-oriented - in fact, the median age of Castle Rock residents is 36, and 68% of adults are married. Families enjoy events like the Castle Rock WineFest, Elephant Rock Bike Tour, Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur, Ducky Derby and StreetFest, as well as the Douglas County Fair Parade and BBQ. These and other quaint traditions add to the high quality of life Castle Rock residents enjoy and the reason so many call Castle Rock their home.
At this time there are many opportunities to build or buy a Castle Rock home or Castle Rock luxury home. Four private and three public golf courses (two of which designed by pro Jack Nicklaus), plus dedicated open spaces, and an excellent school system further bolster the appeal of Castle Rock real estate. If you choose to build, many homebuilders now are offering sales incentives, including landscaping enhancements, home entertainment systems, and free upgrades.
Castle Rock homes run the gamut from small-town charm in the heart of the downtown area to sprawling neighborhoods with nature trails, community centers, and pools. Additionally, you'll find luxury homes in gated communities. Homes are available in various prices, square footage, and terrain. Choose a large lot with a walk-out basement, a ranch in a pine forest, or a townhome near a park. The value of Castle Rock real estate is on the rise - the median price of Castle Rock homes is $269,000, up from $186,000 in 2000.
Castle Rock real estate opportunities can be found in the neighborhoods of Founders Village, The Meadows at Historic Castle Rock, Red Hawk Ridge, Sapphire Point, Plum Creek, Crystal Valley Ranch, Castlewood Ranch, and Metzler Ranch. Luxury homes can be found in Castle Pines, Diamond Ridge, and Bell Mountain Ranch. Residents here live life to its fullest with custom-designed home theaters, wet bars, cherry cabinets, home gyms, and designer garages. Some luxury homes feature indoor spas, huge acreage, horse property, and guest quarters.
More than 40,000 people have chosen Castle Rock homes, and more and more people pick Castle Rock real estate for their new home. As newcomers relocate to this quaint community, the increase in population attracts new stores and businesses and creates new opportunities to live and work in this special small town. For more information about real estate in and around Denver, including Castle Rock real estate, Castle Rock homes for sale and Castle Rock luxury homes, contact our real estate professionals at (303) 799-8100.
