What county is Castle Rock in?

Castle Rock is in Douglas County.

What is the typical home value in Castle Rock?

$703,000 is the median sale price of Castle Rock homes sold June–August 2026 (MLS data via the South Metro Denver REALTOR® Association) — a median, so a few luxury sales don't skew it. Overall home values are ↓ 1.2% YoY per Zillow. Actual sale prices span a much wider range, from entry-level condos and townhomes up through custom estates that can run into the several millions. Prices vary substantially by neighborhood, home type, age and lot size — see the community guide for the current breakdown.

Which school district serves Castle Rock?

Castle Rock is served by Douglas County Schools (A−). Individual school assignments depend on the address; the community guide lists the specific schools and links to the district site.

How far is Castle Rock from downtown Denver?

Castle Rock is approximately ~30 mi · 35 min N from downtown Denver in typical traffic. Denver International Airport is roughly ~40–45 min via E-470.

Are there metro-district taxes to know about in Castle Rock?

Yes — many newer neighborhoods in Castle Rock sit inside a metropolitan tax district, which adds a mill levy on top of the base county property tax to fund the community's streets, parks and infrastructure. Ask before you write an offer so you know the total mill levy and how long it's expected to stay in effect.

Who can I talk to about buying or selling a home in Castle Rock?

Kelli Eagle is a REALTOR® with Eagle Signature Homes (brokered by eXp Realty), based in Castle Rock and serving the south Denver metro. Reach her at (720) 989-9074 or kelli@eaglesignaturehomes.com.

Moving to Castle Rock, CO — Homes, Neighborhoods & Schools

🏡 Home prices in Castle Rock

Single-family homes

$550K – $5.5M+

Townhomes

$400K – $650K

Condos

$225K – $550K

Ranges reflect typical mid-market pricing. Luxury and custom estate homes in the neighborhood detail below go substantially higher — up to several million.

The median sale price this summer (Jun–Aug 2026, MLS) was around $703,000; overall home values are ↓ 1.2% YoY (Zillow). Want live comps for a specific street or new-build community in Castle Rock? Just ask Kelli.

📍 Neighborhoods in Castle Rock

The Meadows $415K–$1.2M+ — the town's largest master-planned community — pools, parks, trails, and a walk to the outlets and I-25 Zillow ↗

Red Hawk $400K–$1.15M — hillside golf-course neighborhood beside The Meadows, wrapped around the public Red Hawk Ridge course Zillow ↗

Founders Village $420K–$775K — established east-side family neighborhood with parks and strong value Zillow ↗

Crystal Valley $450K–$1.35M — fast-growing south-end community with newer homes and a brand-new I-25 interchange Zillow ↗

Terrain $450K–$1.65M — hillside community with a farmhouse clubhouse, pools and trail connections Zillow ↗

The Woodlands $450K–$980K — an older, established wooded neighborhood of larger-lot homes (its upscale Escavera filing is listed separately, next) Zillow ↗

Escavera $875K–$2.9M — the upscale custom filing within The Woodlands — Engle, David Weekley and custom homes Zillow ↗

Castlewood Ranch $430K–$1.3M — east-side neighborhood near open space, toward Castlewood Canyon Zillow ↗

Sapphire Pointe $380K–$1.5M — hilltop neighborhood with big views, a pool and clubhouse Zillow ↗

Cobblestone Ranch $500K–$1.6M — newer far-east community near the Parker line, with parks and competitive pricing Zillow ↗

Plum Creek $350K–$1.4M — established golf-course neighborhood, walkable to downtown and the rec center Zillow ↗

Bell Mountain $1.1M–$5.5M+ — large-acreage and ranch-style estates just south of town Zillow ↗

Craig & Gould $450K–$3M — historic neighborhood just south of Main Street — character homes, walkable downtown Zillow ↗

Scott $450K–$800K — close-in established neighborhood a few blocks from downtown Zillow ↗

Metzler Ranch $400K–$900K — established central community near shopping, parks and trails — condos to single-family

Castle Oaks Estates $600K–$1.1M — family enclave in the Villages at Castle Rock with larger homes and trails

Maher Ranch $550K–$1.2M — quiet established neighborhood off Founders Parkway with mountain views

Montaine $700K–$1.4M — Toll Brothers master-plan with luxury homes, a 55+ section and clubhouse

Macanta $600K–$1.5M — newer master-planned trail community south of town

The Canyons $600K–$2M — large amenity-rich master plan on the Castle Rock/Castle Pines line

Dawson Trails $450K–$800K — brand-new Costco-anchored community (Taylor Morrison & Richmond American)

Diamond Ridge Estates $900K–$2.5M — gated acreage community of custom estates on wooded lots

🏗️ New construction & builders

Richmond American — Chateau at The Meadows, Vista Pines at Crystal Valley & The Apex at Cobblestone Ranch

Toll Brothers — Montaine (from ~$770K), Macanta, Crystal Valley & Cherry Creek Trail

TRI Pointe Homes — building in Macanta

Shea Homes — active in The Meadows master plan

Regency at Montaine (55+) — Toll Brothers active-adult community, ~$650K–$1M

Hillside at Castle Rock (55+) — BLVD 55 active-adult homes, ~$640K–$880K

New master plans — Dawson Trails opening with Taylor Morrison first (closings expected 2027)

Lennar · Taylor Morrison — multiple collections at Macanta

💡 Buying new construction? Have me represent you — usually at no cost to you

In many builder communities the builder will often cover your agent's commission, so it's usually free to you — but you generally must register me as your agent on your first visit, before you tour. Then I negotiate price, incentives, upgrades and contract terms on your side.

🎓 Schools

Castle Rock is served by Douglas County Schools (A−). Castle Rock and Sedalia feed Castle View and Douglas County high schools. Always confirm the exact school a specific home feeds into before you buy — I can verify that for any address.

High schools

Castle View High School — rating 8/10

Douglas County High School — rating 7/10

Middle schools

Castle Rock Middle School — rating 5/10

Mesa Middle School — rating 5/10

Elementary schools

Castle Rock Elementary — rating 8/10

Clear Sky Elementary — rating 6/10

Rock Ridge Elementary — rating 6/10

Meadow View Elementary — rating 6/10

Public charters (tuition-free)

Academy Charter School (PK–8) — Castle Rock · one of Colorado's oldest charters — first approved in the Denver metro (1993) · rating 8/10

World Compass Academy (PK–8) — Castle Rock · Spanish, French or Mandarin language immersion · rating 7/10

Renaissance Secondary School (6–12) — Castle Rock · project-based STEM secondary · rating 8/10

Aspen View Academy (PK–8) — Castle Rock · Core Knowledge / classical · rating 6/10

Early-college & specialty

Colorado Early Colleges – Castle Rock (9–12) — dedicated early-college HS — earn free college credit toward an associate degree with your diploma

STEM School Highlands Ranch (K–12) — tuition-free STEM magnet, open countywide (~20 min north)

Douglas County ASCENT / concurrent enrollment — free college credit during high school

Private schools

Castle Rock Christian Academy — Christian, PreK–9

Castle Rock Classical Academy — private classical Christian collaborative, K–10

Brightmont Academy – Castle Pines — one-to-one instruction, grades 1–12

Early childhood / daycare

The Goddard School of Castle Rock — play-based, infant–PreK

Primrose School of Castle Rock — accredited, infant–PreK

STEM Child Care — STEM-focused preschool & daycare

High-school links go to the school's U.S. News profile where available; other schools link to the school's own site. Colorado is an open-enrollment state — public charters are tuition-free and admit by lottery from across the district.

🌲 Parks & trails

Castle Rock is loaded with outdoor space. The 300-acre Philip S. Miller Park is the crown jewel — home to the Miller Activity Complex, the Challenge Hill incline, the Epic Sky Trek adventure tower, The EDGE ziplines and an amphitheater — and open space is around every corner.

Lost Canyon Ranch Open Space — brand-new 681-acre preserve (opened 2025) with 10+ miles of trails through a dramatic Willow Creek canyon and hoodoos

Castlewood Canyon State Park — canyon trails, a waterfall and historic dam ruins, just ~15 minutes southeast

Rock Park (The Rock) — short, steep climb up the namesake butte with panoramic views

Philip S. Miller Park — the 200-step Challenge Hill 'mini-incline' plus ridgeline and meadow trails

Ridgeline Open Space — rolling meadow loops for hiking and mountain biking

See all south metro trails & parks on the main guide →

🍽️ Where to eat

Z'Abbracci — chef-driven Italian in a warm downtown setting

Angie's — homemade Italian and Mexican, a local favorite

Homegrown Tap & Dough — hand-tossed pizzas and Italian comfort food

Scileppi's at the Old Stone Church — Italian in a historic stone church

The Old North End — Italian, pizza and a deli counter

Granelli's Pizzeria — casual New York–style pizza and subs

Parry's Pizzeria and Taphouse — New York–style pizza, Italian dishes and a huge craft-beer taphouse

See the full Castle Rock dining lineup on the main guide →

55+ & senior living

Active-adult & 55+ options around Castle Rock include Regency at Montaine, Hillside at Castle Rock. Ask me for current availability.

Aging Resources of Douglas County offers free transportation, in-home help, medical-equipment lending and resource navigation for residents 60+.

Touring a builder or active-adult community? Register me as your agent on your first visit — my representation is typically at no cost to you, since the builder covers it.

See the full 55+ & Senior Living guide — communities, senior centers, care options and support services.

DTC	~20 min
Downtown Denver	~30 min
Meridian / Inverness	~10–15 min
Colorado Springs	~30 min

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