Secluded, rural and surrounded by mountain views, Castle Pines is a small city of about 12,000 people known for its gated and private neighborhoods and recreation. Just an hour's drive from the Rocky Mountains, Castle Pines sits in full view of the 80-million-year-old mountain range. “It really feels like you're living in the mountains," says John "Sean" McGowan of Fulcrum Real Estate, who has over 25 years of real estate experience in the Denver metropolitan area. The city is also poised for growth, on the path to becoming known as one of the Denver metropolitan area’s most desirable suburbs. Many in Castle Pines commute 13 miles to Denver's tech center, a business park home to companies like K3 Technology, BioTrack Colorado and WSP USA.
Castle Pines is tucked away into Colorado's Front Range.
Castle Pines has a beautiful view of Colorado's Front Range.
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Parks, golf courses and a castle around Castle Pines
Castle Pines has five parks and 14 miles of trails. The Retreat, Daniel’s Gate and Coyote Ridge Parks include playgrounds and sports fields. Castle Pines is also planning for the future, to accommodate growth and expansion in the community. Coyote Ridge is currently being rejuvenated by the city, and Soaring Hawk Park, currently being planned, will cover 74 acres east of Interstate 25.
The city is especially known for its private golf courses. Castle Pines Golf Club, co-designed by famous golfer Jack Nicklaus, opened in 1981, and its course has ranked in the top five on Golf Digest's America's 100 Greatest Courses since 1983. The club is currently undergoing a $17 million upgrade that, when completed, will expand its facilities with a new heated pool, cabanas and more space for dining and racquet sports. The Country Club at Castle Pines has a membership cap of 395, making it one of Colorado's most sought after social clubs.
Outside the town’s borders, the Backcountry Wilderness Area trails wind around Wildcat Mountain. Grigs Road Pavilion offers dog-friendly trails for bikers and hikers, connecting to the Highlands Point East/West Trail by Highlands Ranch. Cherokee Ranch & Castle is just west of Castle Pines. This fortress was built by architect Burnham Hoyt in the 1920s and inspired by Scottish-style castles from the 1450s. The castle is situated on a hill with 200-mile panoramic views of the countryside.
Houses south of the parkway weave between Castle Pines Golf Club and Country Club in Castle Pine
The Castle Pines Golf Club ranks top five on Golf Digest's America's 100 Greatest.
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New construction and luxury homes in the Denver area
The average home price in Castle Pines is $985,000, about $560,000 higher than the national average of $420,000. Many neighborhoods in the city are gated, and various housing styles can be found throughout. Housing prices in Castle Pines have risen since 2020, and have since leveled out but are still trending upward. Castle Pines Village is the city’s most prominent and exclusive gated community and requires a $247 monthly HOA fee, which includes 24/7 security and fitness facilities. Homes in this neighborhood tend to be in the new traditional style or custom builds and lots tend to be half an acre or more.
Large, unique homes can be found throughout Castle Pines, CO.
Each phase of development at The Canyons brings a fresh mix of home styles, ensuring variety and character across the neighborhood while staying true to the natural feel of Castle Pines.
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Shopping and dining in Castle Pines
Castle Pines has several restaurants and chain stores along Castle Pines Parkway, ranging from Starbucks to a locally owned sushi restaurant. The Outlets at Castle Rock are just outside the southern border of the city. This outlet mall is home to a variety of national retailers and restaurants, along with a grocery store.
Miyo Cafe, in Castle Pines, offers delicious meals at great prices.
The Outlets at Castle Rock is the largest open-air shopping mall in Colorado.
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Douglas County Schools
The city is served by Douglas County School District No. RE-1, which has an A-minus rating on Niche. The district has 98 kindergarten through 12th grade schools. Castle Pines also has Montessori Charter Schools.
Buffalo Ridge Elementary School serves students in grades K-5.
Rock Canyon High School has received the High School Academic Award.
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Getting around Castle Pines
Castle Pines is located 23 miles south of Denver. Interstate 25 and U.S. Route 85 are the primary routes through the region. The Denver International Airport is 36 miles north of the neighborhood, and the UCHealth Primary Care is 6 miles south. Castle Pines has no public transportation and is car-dependent.
Crime
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office contracts with Castle Pines for law enforcement services. Specific FBI crime statistics are not available for Castle Pines; they are only available for Douglas County. According to FBI statistics, violent crime fell in Douglas County by 22% in 2023, and property crime fell by 8%. Castle Pines scores a 3 out of 10 on the CAP Crime Index, lower than the national average of 4.
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On average, homes in Castle Pines, CO sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Castle Pines, CO over the last 12 months is $978,203, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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