Crystal Valley Ranch offers a suburban lifestyle that blends urban convenience with Colorado's rolling hills. Five miles from Castle Rock's center, the master-planned community embraces expansive open spaces and scenic vistas of the Rocky Mountains. “My mind immediately goes to all the open space that living in Crystal Valley affords its residents,” says Anthony Geraty, Realtor with Your Castle Real Estate and longtime resident of the area. “There’s space to walk the dogs, space for families to go, plenty of room for entertaining or hosting – it’s the kind of place where you can stretch out a little bit.”
Crystal Valley Ranch offers many housing options from single story homes, to three stories.
Crystal Valley Ranch is a large new development with multiple parks and a recreation center.
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Larger homes surrounded by Colorado nature
Homes in Crystal Valley Ranch come in a select number of mostly traditional styles, with ranch and traditional two-story builds being particularly common. Custom homes can also be found, along with a number of modern contemporaries. Prices typically range from $585,000 to $700,000 for ranch and traditional builds, with customs and larger modern estates ranging from $725,000 to $1 million. Grander homes, sitting on significant acreage, can reach as high as $2 million. The area is experiencing a continuous boom in both popularity and population, with new development happening consistently. “I was recently at a convention where Crystal Valley Ranch was named as having the single most ‘new foundations’ of any neighborhood in Colorado,” says Geraty. “And I can only see that growth continuing for the next few years – it’s a good time to consider investing in the area.”
Crystal Valley Ranch feature large custom homes with multiple garages.
Crystal Valley Ranch homeowners take pride in their neighborhood with well kept yards.
A two story home stands next to a single story home in Crystal Valley Ranch.
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Downtown Castle Rock provides plenty of options
The Outlets at Castle Rock are six miles north and feature over 100 brand-name stores. Downtown Castle Rock offers a charming selection unique establishments, with The Union Bistro serving up modern American cuisine and Courtyard Social featuring craft cocktails and fresh oysters. The Manna Restaurant is another local favorite, with a focus on farm-to-table fare. Great Divide Brewing is a popular spot for meeting up with friends after work. Groceries can be picked up at the nearby King Soopers or Safeway.
Union Bistro is a favorite for American food near Crystal Valley Ranch.
The Outlets provide great discounts from big names near Crystal Valley Ranch.
King Soopers is a favorite way of shopping for residents in Crystal Valley Ranch.
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Crystal Valley Ranch schools earn high marks
Crystal Valley Ranch is part of the Douglas County School District. Students can begin at South Ridge Elementary School, which earns a B-plus rating on Niche. Students can then progress to A-minus rated Mesa Middle School before finishing up at B-plus-rated Douglas County High School – the latter of which offers the International Baccalaureate program.
South Ridge Elementary in South Town has lots of staff parking.
Welcome to Mesa Middle School in Castlewood Ranch, CO.
Douglas County High School
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Outdoor adventure surrounds the neighborhood
The Pinnacle community recreation center serves as a neighborhood hub with a fitness center, an outdoor pool and event spaces for community gatherings. Crystal Valley Ranch features miles of walking and biking trails that wind through the neighborhood's open spaces, connecting residents to parks with playgrounds and picnic areas. “You can get on a trail at your house and walk along it until you reach downtown or another nearby park,” says Geraty. “So even with that space you have, you can still walk to the best spots nearby.” Philip S. Miller Park is home to the Miller Activity Complex, while also offering zip lines for the adventurous.
A resident exercises at Pinnacle Recreation Center in Crystal Valley Ranch.
Pinnacle Recreation Center in Crystal Valley Ranch offers ample room for play.
Philip S. Miller Park is home to the Miller Activity Complex near Crystal Valley Ranch.
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Easy access to Castle Rock, with direct access to Denver on the way
Situated near Interstate 25, Crystal Valley Ranch provides easy access to major employment hubs. Denver is approximately 30 miles to the north, while Colorado Springs lies about 40 miles to the south. Denver International Airport is 50 miles away. The Denver Tech Center is accessible within a 25-minute drive. Currently in development, the Crystal Valley Interchange looks to add direct access to Denver and vice versa by establishing a distinct exit on the highway. “It’s already highly popular, and it’s only going to become even more so once the interchange is finished,” says Geraty, who adds that it should be done by 2027. “It just keeps on growing.” AdventHealth Castle Rock, the closest hospital, is eight miles to the north. The area also gets more than six feet of snow each year.
Crystal Valley Ranch borders the Interstate 25 for easy transportation to Denver.
The Denver Tech Center is accessible within a 25-minute drive from Crystal Valley Ranch.
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Castle Rock is home to a number of community events and celebrations
The annual Starlighting Ceremony, a tradition since 1936, marks the beginning of the holiday season with festivities in downtown Castle Rock. The Colorado Artfest showcases works from local and national artists, accompanied by live music and food vendors. Summer brings free concerts at the Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park.
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Crystal Valley Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Crystal Valley Ranch, Castle Rock sell after 80 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Crystal Valley Ranch, Castle Rock over the last 12 months is $724,539, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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