Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch, a successful master-planned community, is located 12 miles south of Denver in Douglas County . It was founded in 1981 and has grown to a population of 79,597 with 25,882 single-family homes and more than 3,300 apartments. It is a young, well educated, community with a median household income of close to $87,000.
A popular neighborhood, Highlands Ranch is known for its exceptional quality of life and its convenience to local amenities. The community has recreation, shopping, and dining within five minutes of most homes. Specifically, Highlands Ranch offers three recreation centers, two golf courses, an outdoor inline hockey rink, four community gardens, and diverse dining choices. The nearby Park Meadows Mall offers four major department stores, along with 100 specialty shops.
The area has 17 parks, 60 miles of trails, and more than 2,000 acres of open space, making this an ideal location for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The range of housing options is also diverse, offering condominiums and townhomes to multi-story mansions and high dollar executive homes. Traditional and contemporary homes are available beginning in the $100,000 range.
Highlands Ranch is considered a full-service community with city services provided by the Metro Districts. While a young community, it is considered family friendly and is ideal for those with active lifestyles.
Recent home sales in Highlands Ranch ranged from $186,900 to $1,809,959 with averages of 2,341 square feet and an average sales price of $368,776.
