Larkspur Real Estate Search
Larkspur Real Estate
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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
Newest Larkspur Real Estate Listings
9079 Frink Rd, Larkspur
Great opportunity for first time home buyers. Great investment property!
Beds 3
Baths 1.0
MLS 818092
Courtesy of Century 21 Performance
4930 Red Rock Dr, Larkspur
Fix up property. Former owner started some remodling. Needs lots of work including roof and possibly boiler and being sold strictly as-is, no repairs by seller. Huge pric...
Beds 3
Baths 3.0
MLS 825359
Courtesy of Re/Max Alliance
1561 Mountain Ranch Rd, Larkspur
Great square footabe in mountain-style contemporary with 4 bedrooms & 3 full baths. Vaults & large deck on 3 acres. All levels are above grade. Newer barn. Fencing. 2 Wat...
Beds 4
Baths 3.0
MLS 837086
Courtesy of Preferred Properties Inc
3651 Lorraine Rd, Larkspur
Home needs work, prime & highly desirable land. Treed, private, meadow, great location. Close to interstate. Could be your own private lodge. Close to everything but yet ...
Beds 6
Baths 3.0
MLS 836773
Courtesy of Home Towne Realty, Inc
4416 Echo Butte Ln, Larkspur
Beds 3
Baths 3.0
MLS 831017
Courtesy of Keller Williams Real Est Llc
4473 Echo Dr, Larkspur
Beds 3
Baths 4.0
MLS 831026
Courtesy of Keller Williams Real Est Llc
5405 Red Rock Dr, Larkspur
Live among beautiful rock formations andmajestic mountain views. Lots of open spaceenjoy starlit summer nights from yourhot tub. Home is open, light & bright. Newwindows ...
Beds 4
Baths 3.0
MLS 644326
Courtesy of Mb-Teamwork Realty
1178 Fremont Dr, Larkspur
Enjoy entertaining w/french doors from dr to covr'd patio/deck area, updated kitchen w/granite & stainless appl; updated mstr ba w/os shower & granite. New ext paint, bra...
Beds 3
Baths 3.0
MLS 743853
Courtesy of Prism Realty Inc
1175 Valley View Dr, Larkspur
Beautiful mtn setting*quiet*private*high elevation for magnificent views*lrg deck surrounds home*oversize 2 car garage*2water heaters*fin walkout bsmt*short sale*paper wo...
Beds 3
Baths 4.0
MLS 811017
Courtesy of Re/Max Alliance Dtc
2068 Valley Park Dr, Larkspur
*7.5 Useable acres*lg trex deck*lg mstr shower&jetted tub*1052 sqft 4 car garage*8'tall gar drs*study could be add bedroom*10'ceilings*9'ceilings in base*90% furnace*allm...
Beds 4
Baths 4.0
MLS 760967
Courtesy of Mb Premiere Properties
1588 Cinnamon Rd, Larkspur
Sterling point home priced below market value. Bank made repairs,painted inside of home,added appl. Lender will not pay commission to realtor on own offer. Commission bas...
Beds 4
Baths 5.0
MLS 833230
Courtesy of Re/Max Alliance
7340 Fremont Pl, Larkspur
Unique & architecturally significant 5,000 sqft 2 story on 1 wooded acre. Stainless appliances & slab granite. Walkout w/in-law suite & full kitchen. Entire upper level I...
Beds 4
Baths 5.0
MLS 772104
Courtesy of Wolfe Realty Group Inc
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