Parker is a Denver suburb offering much variety in residential real estate and a real downtown.
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Located just east of Castle Rock and Lone Tree, The Town of Parker was incorporated in 1981. At first, Parker gained its notoriety as the equestrian capital of Colorado. Because, horse breeders and equestrians flocked here. Now, Parker, Colorado real estate ranges from real horse ranches to modern subdivisions. Also, luxury custom homes are found in Pradera, The Timbers and nearby Castle Pines Village.
Current Parker, Colorado Real Estate For Sale
As you can see by the list of new Parker real estate listings above, prices here vary considerably. For example, you’ll find older homes downtown under $400,000. Or, you’ll find new custom homes outside the city from over a $1M. You’ll find many of Parker homes downtown priced on the lower end. Because, downtown Parker real estate is older and smaller. Instead, look toward the subdivisions outside the city limits in Pradera and The Timbers to find larger custom homes. Also, discover some of the hidden pockets of custom homes scattered throughout the outlying area.
Recreation In Parker
Parker is located just Southeast of downtown Denver in Douglas County. It enjoys excellent access to I-25, E-470, and the Denver Tech Center. This historic Denver suburb is particularly known for its charming, Western and Victorian-style downtown area. Also, its a city that is “on the move” and expanding. new real estate subdivisions, shopping centers, and recreation areas are popping up continuously.
Suburban subdivisions like Stonegate comprise Parker Colorado real estate.
Relocation buyers from out-of-state are often attracted to the affordable subdivisions with an easy commute downtown or to the Denver Tech Center. Parker is not only horse properties anymore. Typical suburban subdivisions like Canterbury abound here too.
Ever since the Parker Recreation Department was developed in 1992, Parker has been busy keeping their residents active. Although there are still many equestrian centers in the area, the Parker Recreation Center prides itself on keeping up with the trends. So, it provides its members with state-of-the-art workout facilities, pool, hockey rink, skateboard park, sports teams, workout classes, etc. In fact, Parker Recreation has donated over $15.8 million dollars to the building and maintaining of new parks, outdoor trails, and recreational facilities over the past 5 years, . Today, the town boasts over 200 acres of parkland, 700 acres of open space, and 8 golf courses.
Arts and Entertainment
Parks abound in Parker as does open space and mountain views. Home prices are more affordable here too!
Parker is just the place for art and entertainment venues. The town has everything from quaint restaurants, art galleries, movies theaters, factory outlet stores, and shopping malls nearby. The Former Parker Art Commission is now called Colorado Council Arts Science & Culture. It puts together festivals, performances, parades and other community activities. Actually, they have just started working on a project to build a culture center and new library in the heart of downtown Parker.
Pradera Golf Club offers suburban living in Parker.
Parker Schools
The city of Parker is served by the Douglas County School District. With more than sixty schools in Douglas County, this growing and dynamic district is the fourth largest district in the state. Douglas County prides itself on its positive environment including trust, hard work, and quality processes in every school.
The district is also renown for providing their faculty with continuous education and training.
Parker has a great variety of relocation housing options for its residents. Because, award-winning suburban subdivisions, older and and private golf communities provide a variety of options.
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