Larkspur Colorado Real Estate

Larkspur, Colorado

Larkspur is a small community of around 320 people, and is located in Douglas County which is in the Denver - Aurora Metropolitan Area. The town sits right on the northern slope of the Pike National Forest.

The town started in 1862 when a territorial post office was established in the area (it was known as Huntsville back then). The post office was discontinued five years later in 1867, but was re - established another two years later. In 1871, the town's name was then changed to Larkspur. The town is believed to get its name from the wildflowers that have been growing in the area. Larkspur was incorporated just thirty years back in 1979.

Larkspur: Some Numbers

There are around 320 people in Larkspur, and that number has increased by 40% during the past ten years. There are approximately 90 to 100 families in town, and the community is protected and served by the Larkspur Fire Protection District and the Douglas County Sheriff.

The median household income in Larkspur is $43,750 in comparison to the national median household income which is $41,994.

Larkspur and Its Neighbors

Perry Park, Palmer Lake, Woodmoor, Monument, Castle Rock, Gleneagle, Franktown and Sedalia (all Colorado) are the cities closest to Larkspur. The nearest among all of them is Perry Park, which lies just 2.4 miles away. Sedalia sits around 3.9 miles away from Larkspur. Highlands Ranch, Colorado is the closest big city with a population of 70,931.

Despite it's small community and rural feel, Larkspur is within close reach to three of the most populous and urban cities in Colorado. Colorado Springs lies just 28 miles away and can be reached within thirty to forty minutes. The city Aurora and the state capital of Denver are just an hour's drive away.

There are two major airports and five local airports in close proximity to Larkspur. The major airports are the Colorado Springs Airport (COS/KCOS) which is just 31 miles away from the town. The other major airport is the Denver International (DIA) which is 45 miles from the town.

It's proximity to the three major areas allow plenty of employment and business opportunities to the residents of Larkspur.

What To Do In Larkspur

Larkspur has a whole lot of things to offer aside from spectacular views of the Front Range Foothills. The annual Renaissance Festival, which has been going on for 33 seasons already, is one thing residents and people from nearby cities look forward to.

Held during the summer, the town and the surrounding woods are transformed into a renaissance town complete with costumed characters, original artisan work, authentic food and real looking structures and streets. Jousts, musical performances, jesters and magicians are just some of the things to look out for during the Festival.

Larkspur has some ranch style bed and breakfasts and some lodging facilities for visitors, as well as a golf course. Shoppers will certainly have fun at the Prime Outlet Mall is just a few minutes south in Castle Rock.

Living in Larkspur

There are currently 150 homes in the market if Larkspur, and the median listing price is at $516,733. Make sure that you speak to a real estate agent to help you find the perfect home in town.