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

6867 Pike Place, Larkspur $900,000

Come see how peaceful life can be in this incredible mountain contemporary home at Perry Park in Larkspur. This exquisite 4 bed, 3 bath home sits on nearly an acre and i...

4 Beds
3 Baths
7268592 MLS

Courtesy of Keller Williams Real Estate LLC

103 E Perry Park Avenue, Larkspur $849,900

Location, Location, Location! * This Two Story Home has the most prominent location in the Town of Larkspur! At the CORNER of Spruce Mountain Road (Main Street) and East ...

2 Beds
2 Baths
9240449 MLS

Courtesy of Results Realty of Colorado

1065 Buttermilk Road, Larkspur $1,250,000

PRIVATE 5 ACRES | MOUNTAIN VIEWS | KITCHEN and BATH UPDATES What is HOME Privacy from any footprint of your five acres? Mountain views from an elevated deck? Outdoo...

6 Beds
3 Baths
6764435 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

12154 Mesa View Road, Larkspur $1,199,000

The perfect place for you and your animals to call home! Backs to 40 acres of open space*Ranch style home loaded with upgrades including: newer windows, newer stucco, hig...

3 Beds
3 Baths
5238867 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

5024 Red Rock Drive, Larkspur $795,000

Take a trip to "Sherwood Forest" and discover a charming custom ranch style home with 3 beds, 3 full baths, and 2,382 SF of main floor living. This enchanting place with...

3 Beds
3 Baths
9879201 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

5655 Red Rock Drive, Larkspur $2,600,000

A rare opportunity to own the last remaining remnants of the original Perry Park Ranch. In 1872 John Perry purchased 4,000 acres of what is now the ever popular and highl...

4 Beds
3 Baths
3475296 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

13084 Deer Ridge Way, Larkspur $850,000

Breathtaking Top-Of-The-Mountain VIEW! * Stunning Custom Raised RANCH-STYLE Stucco and Stone Home * Unfinished Walkout Basement and spacious 3-car garage. Fantastic views...

3 Beds
3 Baths
9966255 MLS

Courtesy of Results Realty of Colorado

1019 Yarnell Drive, Larkspur $950,000

A Larkspur slice of HEAVEN! Perfectly situated amongst the lush green towering pines of the coveted Spruce Mountain subdivision on two & half acres, you'll find this meti...

4 Beds
3 Baths
9923393 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX Masters Millennium

602 Independence Drive, Larkspur $1,175,000

Welcome to this beautiful mountain modern custom home by award winning architect Michael Knorr. With 4,000sqft of living space on a acre lot, this home boasts high end ...

6 Beds
4 Baths
7689161 MLS

Courtesy of LIV Sotheby's International Realty

7951 Red Rock Circle, Larkspur $750,000

Ranch style one level living home in fabulous location in Perry Park! Across the street from 60 acres of open space (Big D) with views of red rock formations presenting ...

4 Beds
4 Baths
6087122 MLS

Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

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