Castle Rock

Area: 33 sq. miles
Population: ~35,000 people

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The Town of Castle Rock is a booming community located in Douglas County in the Plum Creek Valley midway between Denver and Colorado Springs. Named for the prominent rock formation that overlooks the Town, Castle Rock features several planned developments tied together by its historic downtown. First settled in the 1870s, the Town soon became a center for rhyolite mining and an important station for north-south railroad traffic.

The Town has grown from 3,900 people in 1980 to an estimated 35,000 in 2005, and retains its small-town character and distinct community boundaries.

What attracts residents to one of the fastest growing counties in the nation? It seems to be a combination of our breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, our convenient location, dry and mild climate, 255 days of sunshine a year, our low crime rate, and a small town atmosphere which includes numerous annual family oriented events.

Outdoor recreational opportunities abound in Castle Rock. The Castle Rock area offers:

• 1200 acres of parks and open space
• Castle Rock Recreation Center with an Olympic size pool and Senior Center
• 3 public swimming pools (2 outdoor and 1 indoor)
• A new skate park
• Numerous athletic fields and extensive organized sports programs
• Easy access to Pike National Forest, Castlewood Canyon State Park, Roxborough State Park, Chatfield Reservoir.
• Numerous golf courses, both public and private, and the International PGA tournament
• A school system that has been nationally recognized for its excellence
• A wide variety of shopping and dining experiences

Our small town charm, beautiful views and unique culture attract more than 3,000 new residents annually. As the county seat, Castle Rock boasts a quality of life that is hard to come by for many other metropolitan communities. Scattered with sprawling new residential developments and surrounded by rolling hills, it's an idyllic setting for those who want to raise a family outside the city and enjoy the beautiful Colorado landscape.

Castle Rock enjoys a robust real estate market. The median price for a single family home in the area is $249,798, with ranges from $110,000 to $1.3 million.

View the facts from the Census Bureau

Students in Douglas County consistently score above state and national norms in college entrance exams. Offering small class sizes, and an excellent curriculum, Douglas County schools also boasts one of the lowest drop-out rates in the State. In Castle Rock, the four elementary schools operate on a year-round calendar, while one middle and one high school follow a traditional schedule. There is also one charter school in the town and two private elementary schools.

Higher Education:
Several colleges and universities are located within a short commute to Denver and Colorado Springs.

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