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 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.

Bear Dance Country Club

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.

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%
Average Home price is $592,600
Median age: 48
Elevation: 7,326
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

7906 Inca Road, Larkspur $875,000

Gorgeous home which has been recently remodeled and upgraded throughout-Gourmet kitchen has newer stainless steel appliances including a double oven & 5 burner gas cook t...

4 Beds
5 Baths
5197154 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Professionals

8285 Bannock Drive, Larkspur $669,000

One of the best buys in Larkspur on this heavily treed 1 acre lot! Windsor Ranch complete with 2300 FSF on main level: 3 bedrooms + study or select our redesigned option ...

3 Beds
2 Baths
6377686 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

7077 Bear Dance Drive, Larkspur $1,599,000

Welcome home to your own Castle in the Pines. Every detail in this home has been thought of. You will not find another home on the market with such quality and craftsma...

5 Beds
7 Baths
3330380 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Clients Choice Realty

899 Cottonwood Lane, Larkspur — Sage Port $569,900

Welcome home to this spacious ranch style home nestled among the towering Ponderosa Pines on nearly an acre. The huge great room with soaring ceilings is just made for en...

4 Beds
3 Baths
9952739 MLS
Sage Port Bldg.

Courtesy of West and Main Homes Inc

1960 Poncha Court, Larkspur $1,045,000

Luxury Log Home for those who appreciate Colorado’s natural setting and beauty. 4-bed, 5-bath home on a 2.3-acre lot at the end of the cul-de-sac, in a Pine forest with m...

4 Beds
5 Baths
2590446 MLS

Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty

9071 South Frink Road, Larkspur $192,000

Rural Ranch style home located in Larkspur with fast access to I-25. This home sits on just under an acre. The lot has mature trees and green fields. The main home greets...

4 Beds
1 Baths
4741750 MLS

Courtesy of Muldoon Associates Inc

10789 South Perry Park Road, Larkspur image

10789 South Perry Park Road, Larkspur $767,000

Custom ranch home located on 5 acres in a Valley of Views. Main floor living at its best. Bright sun room entrance with extra wide doors for wheel chair accessibility. Pr...

4 Beds
3 Baths
7397599 MLS

Courtesy of VISION REAL ESTATE SERVICES

5585 Country Club Drive, Larkspur $749,900

Our best selling new Windsor Ranch on our best view lot off the rear and front of home that we’ve ever had! 3 bedrooms and a study on the main level! Super private on to...

3 Beds
2 Baths
6954877 MLS

Courtesy of HQ Homes

1830 Arsata Place, Larkspur $1,150,000

Gorgeous custom home in one of Colorado's premier golf communities, Bear Dance Golf Club. This incredible home rests on a rise overlooking the Bear Dance 14th fairway an...

4 Beds
4 Baths
2116784 MLS

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway Preferred Real Estate

5346 Best Road, Larkspur — Red Coyote Kennels $800,000

Live here for FREE! Licensed Boarding Kennel (BUSINESS SOLD SEPARATELY) - produces $4000 to $5000 a month income. 40 Breathtaking Acres includes 99.55 Acre Feet of Water...

2 Beds
2 Baths
4892874 MLS
Red Coyote Kennels Bldg.

Courtesy of Signature Realty

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