Welcome to Larkspur Real Estate Information - 80118
Have you always wanted to live in a small town? Where you know your neighbors and will gladly trade apple pie recipes with the local teachers? Larkspur is a small town just 14 miles from Castle Rock. Larkspur is located in the southern section of Douglas County between Castle Rock and the Tri-Lakes Region of beautiful Colorado. Elevation is 6,669 feet. It is about 43 miles from Denver.
Larkspur real estate consists of various home prices. For instance, in 2009 the price of a 2 bedroom home in Larkspur can range from $199,750 to $572,000, most with plenty of room to grow. In July, 2009, a 3 bedroom town homes started at $349,000 and 4 bedroom single family homes can range from $287,500 all the way up to $1.2mil in today´s market - July 2009. If you would like more current information it is best to call your local agent, Kate Powell.
The weather in Larkspur in the summer months are in the high 70´s with winter months average is in the 40´s. Larkspur has about 10 inches of snowfall each year.
The students of Larkspur attend Larkspur Elementary with a student/teacher ratio of 1:14. The elementary school is grades K- 6 then they go on to the middle school and high schools in the Douglas County School District with an 86% graduation rate.
More Information about Larkspur CO
 Larkspur is widely known for the Larkspur, Colorado Renaissance Festival and Artisans Marketplace. Larkspur Renaissance is in its 33rd year and was voted "Best Family Festival" in Colorado by Parents Magazine. You can even plan a wedding during the festivities! For six weekends in the summer the sleepy town turns into a celebration in the streets. Thousands of visitors come for the weekend and the town brings in nearly 70% of its income. Their website will show you the cost of tickets and many coupons given out by the local commerce.
The Larkspur Café was built in 1923 as a private residence but was later turned into a café and moved closer to the road. In the 1940´s it had a dance floor and great beer and hamburgers. Today it is called the Spur of the Moment Roadhouse & Restaurant and is home to the best buffalo burgers in Douglas County, according to some.Larkspur is less then 40 miles from Denver and the drive time to work into the city is about 30 minutes.The Town is negotiating to have the Larkspur segment of the Front Range Trail system built soon. The town is reviewing the possibilities of the route and are excited to be a part of the  Trail System. So far the decision has been made that the Larkspur trail will be 3.2 miles and a natural trail. The plan envisioned also has a trail running south to Greenland at about 3.46 miles, also a natural trail. is part of the 433 miles the Front Range Trail has mapped out. The Colorado Front Range Trail started in the year 2003. The ambitious dream is to link trails, parks, and open space from New Mexico to Wyoming along Colorado's Front Range. Cheyenne Wyoming is added as part of the Front Range Urban Corridor. When completed the Front Range Trails will be an amazing 876 miles long.
Larkspur also has one private and one public golf course. Bear Dance Course is 18 holes and a par of 72 with a rating of 74. Elk and deer are seen frequently around and on the course, so bring a camera. The private course is Perry Park Country Club, also 18 holes with a 72 rating. Perry Park Country Club offers full and social memberships - choose the right fit for you.
There are several hiking trails around Larkspur including Spruce Mountain and more recently, Dawson Butte. Take a big stick and be alert as you may see wildlife such as black bear and elk. The views and length of these trails make for an enjoyable experience!
History of Larkspur Colorado
In its beginning Larkspur was home to 2 lumber yards. The hardworking people made railroad ties, telegraph poles and firewood for the region. The town was named by Elizabeth Hunt for its many Larkspur flowers that grow wild in the area. The Denver and Rio Grande Railroad came to Larkspur in 1871. This boosted the lumber sales and brought residents of Colorado Springs and Denver to town for time away from the big city. Mining also took hold as gypsum, sandstone and potash were discovered in Larkspur. So beautiful and peaceful was the town Kit Carson even paid a visit. Stephen Long and his expedition came through in 1820 and found many flowers on Raspberry Mountain not yet cataloged in there records. The local ranch of J.A. Hunt recently sold a conservation easement to Douglas County assuring that part of the area would be forever unchanged. The ranch will remain as a working cattle ranch as it has done for the last 140 years.
There is no doubt that Larkspur has quite a bit to offer. With commercial properties for sale, why wouldn't you consider starting a business? Or make the move here to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and give yourself some space? We're only 15-20 minutes from town, so you won't be too far if you need to see a movie or go shopping. Larkspur has dining available including the Pizzeria and the Pony Espresso. The Spur is a hot spot for cocktails and live music. Bear Dance and Perry Park Golf Clubs offer fine and casual dining with full bars as well. There is plenty to do here and we'd love the opportunity to show you around and help you with your commercial or residential property purchase.
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Landscape around Larkspur Colorado photographed by Kate Powell
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