Why Live in Sapphire Pointe
Sapphire Pointe, located in the eastern outskirts of Castle Rock, offers a blend of residential developments surrounded by rolling prairies. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including townhouses, Craftsman-style homes, and Mediterranean constructions, many with well-maintained landscaping. The homes, mostly built over a decade ago, provide a mature setting with established yards. Sapphire Pointe is part of the Douglas County School District, which is highly rated in the Denver area. Mesa Middle School, in particular, is noted for its high rating. The neighborhood's network of trails connects residents to each other and to Gemstone Park, which includes a playground, sports courts, and a turf field. While some homes are nearly 2 miles from the park, ample parking is available. Nearby shopping centers, less than 2 miles from Sapphire Pointe, include Home Depot, Sprouts, and Target, as well as the Outlets at Castle Rock mall. Dining options range from fast food to local eateries like Miyo Cafe. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and residents can easily access Interstate 25 for a 25-mile drive to Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sapphire Pointe a good place to live?
Sapphire Pointe is a good place to live. Sapphire Pointe is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Sapphire Pointe is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Sapphire Pointe has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.9 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $207,188 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 69.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Sapphire Pointe are home owners, with 8.2% of residents renting and 91.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sapphire Pointe can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sapphire Pointe neighborhood guide.
Is Sapphire Pointe, CO a safe neighborhood?
Sapphire Pointe, CO is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sapphire Pointe?
The median home price in Sapphire Pointe is $444,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Sapphire Pointe. The average household income in Sapphire Pointe is $207K.
What are the best public schools in Sapphire Pointe?
The best public schools that serve Sapphire Pointe are:
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Are home prices dropping in Sapphire Pointe?
Yes, home prices in Sapphire Pointe are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sapphire Pointe, CO
On average, homes in Sapphire Pointe, Castle Rock sell after 96 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sapphire Pointe, Castle Rock over the last 12 months is $370,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$370,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$444,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$444,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
