Larkspur Real Estate Search
Larkspur Real Estate
© Kristal Kraft
Larkspur is a community of rolling hills and magnificent panoramic Rocky Mountains views. Larkspur is located inLarkspur real estate Douglas County, just southwest of Castle Rock and north of Colorado Springs. The town takes its name from the lovely larkspur flowers that grow profusely in the area.
Once a major lumbering community the town of Larkspur was a bustling town with 2 sawmills, a blacksmith shop, hotel, two general stores, post office, casino and school. Early industry consisted of gypsum, red sandstone and potash mines. The railroad line served as a shipping point for the raw goods, later on delivering tourists seeking fresh air. The passenger train would arrive to find trumpeters and dancers greeting them in a merry style. A stage coach would transport the tourists off to nearby health resort called Perry Park.
In recent times, Larkspur has become known as the home to the Renaissance Festival welcoming thousands of visitors each summer. The Festival is an annual event held on weekends only for 10 consecutive weeks. The popular Festival is entering its 4th decade and was recently voted best family festival in Colorado by Parents Magazine! Visitors are encouraged to dress in period costume and participate with the actors.
Larkspur real estate
Larkspur Real Estate
Larkspur real estate options are among the best for those who desire small town, rural living with trees and possible views of the mountains. Home buyers will find a variety of homes; cedar sided chalets, log homes, mountain contemporary, traditional 2-story upscale, Spanish stucco adobe and upscale castle sized custom homes.
The exclusive Bear Dance Country Club is surrounded by luxury homes in its gated community. Bear Dance was developed into only 47 estate size home sites. nestled along a serene alpine golf course. The challenging course is peppered with Ponderosa pines and sun-filled meadows. Known as one of Colorado’s best and challenging public golf course Bear Dance is a popular destination for locals and golf connoisseurs.
Bear Dance Country Clug
Who would like to live in Larkspur?
Larkspur is in the type of setting that attracts many type of residents. The serene beauty is what most people think Colorado should look. People who love live in Larkspur typically have the option to work at home or perhaps they are retired. Many commute to DTC, Castle Rock and even Denver. The commute to DTC is estimated to be 40 minutes with an additional 20 minutes to get to downtown Denver. Due to Larkspur’s close proximity to El Paso County and Colorado Springs, it is very possible to commute to the south too. Households where one person works in Denver and the other in Colorado Springs find Larkspur to be the perfect home base compromise.
Larkspur City Overview
Population growth in Larkspur has increased by 35% (2007)
Median home cost is $663,000
Schools spend $5,535 per student (average in U.S. is $6,058)
Student/teacher ratio is 15/1
Douglas County School District
Larkspur Home Search
$424,900
900 Cottonwood Ln , Larkspur
This updated raised ranch sits on a serene lot that's just under one acre, kitchen boasts soapstone countertops, stainless and black appliances including refrigerator plu...
- Beds 3
- Baths 3.0
- MLS 1063864
- Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential 24
$475,000
1042 Cochetopa Dr , Larkspur
Top condition better than new,quality knotty alder cabinets,quality slab granite,stainless steel appliances,lots of wood flrs,dual gas furnaces with a/c on each,main flr ...
- Beds 5
- Baths 4.0
- MLS 1063456
- Courtesy of Keller Williams Real Est Llc
$499,900
632 Cumberland Rd , Larkspur
Well-crafted stone and stucco two story nestled in the pines on a heavily forested site. Top-of-the-line upgrades include skip trowel texture, a multitude of built-in sp...
- Beds 4
- Baths 5.0
- MLS 1063577
- Courtesy of The Kentwood Company
$650,000
5315 Best Rd , Larkspur
Available to public for 1st time * solterra ranch, a working hobby ranch w/all the fixens * incredible mnt & valley views from estes park to pikes peak * additional 2,000...
- Beds 6
- Baths 6.0
- MLS 1063251
- Courtesy of Signature Realty
$274,900
4898 Delaware Dr , Larkspur
This Home Under Went a Total Transformation Over the Past 3 Years, Hard Wood Flooring, Doors, Fixtures, Updated Trim Package, Paint, Wall to Wall Carpet, New deck, Update...
- Beds 4
- Baths 3.0
- MLS 1040912
- Courtesy of Cherry Creek Properties Llc
$525,000
749 Cumberland Rd , Larkspur
Stunning home; your buyer will not be disappointed; main floor master bedroom; beautiful kitchen with knotty alder cabinets; stainless appliances; very well maintained ho...
- Beds 5
- Baths 4.0
- MLS 1062580
- Courtesy of Metro Brokers Realty Oasis
$1,200,000
8201 Palmer Divide Ave , Larkspur
Incredible equestrian estate, unbelievable price! Huge indoor arena*6 stall barn w/Nelson waterers*Hot/cold water*Heated tack room*Hay/tractor storage*Spacious, open flo...
- Beds 4
- Baths 7.0
- MLS 1062586
- Courtesy of Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
$425,000
14993 Spring Valley Rd , Larkspur
Own a piece of History! Colorado homestead with 36 AC and room to expand. Move in or build your dream home - lots of room for horses with 2 barns and 4 pastures, possib...
- Beds 3
- Baths 1.0
- MLS 1062456
- Courtesy of Re/Max Properties Inc
$529,000
1390 Independence Dr , Larkspur
Need extra storage? 7 Garage spaces - 3 attached and 4 detached - garage, workshop, collectors' dream * also additional rv parking * blocks from bear dance golf course *...
- Beds 5
- Baths 4.0
- MLS 1062020
- Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential 24
$285,000
4415 Echo Ct , Larkspur
Beautiful retreat in perry park! New construction, low maintenance-free living*gorgeous mountain views*upgraded stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, 42' upper cab...
- Beds 3
- Baths 3.0
- MLS 1062024
- Courtesy of Brokers Guild-Cherry Creek Ltd
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