Castle Rock

150 neighborhoods, a genuine historic downtown, and top rated Douglas County schools. Castle Rock is small city charm with real room to spread out.

Overview for Castle Rock, CO

99,741 people live in Castle Rock, where the median age is 37.8 and the average individual income is $65,502. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

99,741

Total Population

37.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$65,502

Average individual Income

Castle Rock has more neighborhoods than almost any town in this guide, over 150 by the town's own count, ranging from century old homes downtown to brand new subdivisions on every edge. The historic downtown still anchors the whole town even as it keeps growing.

It sits solidly in Douglas County, one of the state's top rated school districts, and gives you real access to both Denver's job market and genuine open space, over 6,000 acres of it within town limits.

Castle Rock At A Glance

Where it is: South Denver metro, Douglas County, roughly halfway between Denver and Colorado Springs
Commute cheat sheet: Downtown Denver about 35 to 40 minutes, Denver Tech Center about 20 to 25 minutes
Getting around: I-25, Founders Pkwy, Meadows Pkwy
The vibe: Small city core surrounded by fast growing, well planned subdivisions

Which Part of Castle Rock Fits You

Area	Vibe	Housing	Why People Pick It
Historic Downtown	Walkable, small town core	Century old homes and infill	Genuine downtown character, local shops and restaurants
The Meadows	Master planned, amenity rich	Newer single family, strong HOA amenities	Trails, pools, and a well established master plan
Cobblestone Ranch and the newer north side	Newest growth	New build single family	Brand new construction closer to the Denver commute

Life Outside the House

Trails and parks: 87 plus miles of trails, over 6,000 acres of open space, 50 parks citywide
Rec and family: The Meadows amenity centers, Douglas County Fairgrounds nearby
Food and drink: Historic downtown's restaurant and shop row

How Far Is Everything, Really

Destination	Drive Time	Good to Know
Downtown Denver	~35 to 40 min	Via I-25
Denver Tech Center	~20 to 25 min	Via I-25
Colorado Springs	~30 min	Via I-25 south
DIA	~50 min	Via E-470

SCHOOLS (BIG IMPACT ON YOUR PROPERTY VALUES)

Castle Rock is served by Douglas County School District, consistently one of the top rated districts in the state, and the district that receives the majority of local residents' property tax contributions.

School	Known For	Feeds From
Douglas County High School	Comprehensive, well resourced	Central Castle Rock
Castle View High School	Strong academics and athletics	Newer growth areas

Douglas County School District has an extensive charter and choice program, worth a dedicated conversation depending on your neighborhood.

If you want small town downtown energy and top rated schools without giving up Denver access, Castle Rock deserves a real look. Call or text and let's talk it through.

Schools in Castle Rock, CO

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The following schools are within or nearby Castle Rock. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Around Castle Rock, CO

There's plenty to do around Castle Rock, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

6

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

18

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including 7-Eleven, Hawgs And Dawgs, and Colorado Sausage Company.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the 7-Eleven page on Yelp Search 1540 Lake Gulch Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.49 miles	2 reviews	3.5/5 stars
Visit the Hawgs And Dawgs page on Yelp Search 539 S Gilbert on Google Maps	Dining	0.97 miles	2 reviews	1/5 stars
Visit the Colorado Sausage Company page on Yelp Search 539 S Gilbert St on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	1.03 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the Fini Family Farms page on Yelp Search 500 Fairgrounds Rd on Google Maps	Dining	1.23 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Plum Creek Liquors page on Yelp Search 834 S Perry St on Google Maps	Dining	1.24 miles	14 reviews	4.7/5 stars
Visit the Flyboy 31 page on Yelp Search 1429 S Perry St on Google Maps	Shopping	1.12 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Emerald Park page on Yelp Search 2225 Emerald Dr on Google Maps	Active	0.64 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Rhyolite Regional Park page on Yelp Search 3467 Arlen Way on Google Maps	Active	0.68 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Douglas County Dog Park page on Yelp Search 1100 E Plum Creek Pkwy on Google Maps	Active	0.78 miles	4 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Plum Creek Golf Club page on Yelp Search 331 Players Club Dr on Google Maps	Active	0.83 miles	42 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the Storm Peak Rentals page on Yelp Search 543 S Gilbert St on Google Maps	Active	1.04 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Planet Cheer page on Yelp Search 1733 S Perry St on Google Maps	Active	1.08 miles	6 reviews	3/5 stars
Visit the Stroller Strides page on Yelp Search 500 Fairgrounds Dr on Google Maps	Active	1.12 miles	1 review	5/5 stars
Visit the FIT4MOM Castle Rock page on Yelp Search 500 Fairgrounds Dr on Google Maps	Active	1.12 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Crystal Valley Ranch Recreation Center page on Yelp Search 2160 Fox Haven Dr on Google Maps	Active	1.17 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Par Club page on Yelp Search 774 S Perry St on Google Maps	Active	1.28 miles	4 reviews	4/5 stars
Visit the Tribe Karaoke page on Yelp Search 1100 E Plum Creek Pkwy on Google Maps	Nightlife	0.66 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Panache Salon and Boutique page on Yelp Search 2031 Sandhurst Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	0.81 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Poof Airbrush Tanning page on Yelp	Beauty	0.88 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Brighter Skin Care Company page on Yelp Search 1189 South Perry St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.14 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the The Nail Cove page on Yelp Search 1189 S Perry St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.15 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Vanguard Skin Specialists page on Yelp Search 1175 S Perry St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.18 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Colorado Integrative Healthcare page on Yelp Search 1175 S Perry St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.18 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Redwood Medical page on Yelp Search 1001 S Perry St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.26 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

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