Highlands Ranch Real Estate
A family-focused community offering gorgeous views and ideal outdoor recreation opportunities
A suburb of Denver, Highlands Ranch is an unincorporated community located in Douglas County. Offering excellent schools, family-focused neighborhoods, and quick commutes to the city, Highlands Ranch is a coveted Colorado community with beautiful outdoor opportunities and endless things to do. Nestled along the southern end of the Rocky Mountains, Highlands Ranch is a vibrant community with abundant amenities for those seeking a high quality of life along the gorgeous mountains of Colorado.
Originally home to the Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes, the area surrounding Highlands Ranch grew to become a popular place to live and farm during the Colorado Gold Rush. In 1978, a plan was in place to create a planned neighborhood with residential spaces, schools, libraries, and community centers. Construction began in 1981 and since then, the Highlands Ranch community has grown to include over 105,000 residents who adore their community and are actively involved in maintaining its charm and beauty for years to come.
What to Love
- Abundant outdoor activities and stunning scenery in 26 local parks
- Perfect blend of small-town charm and upscale, luxury amenities
- Dozens of dog-friendly spaces and facilities that cater to your canine companion
Local Lifestyle
Overflowing with endless acres of trail spaces and pristine neighborhoods, Highlands Ranch is an ideal community for those seeking to live a life outdoors in one of the most beautiful states in the county. Perfect for families, young professionals, and empty-nesters looking to relax and experience the best life has to offer, the Highlands Ranch community is perfect for people in all walks of life. From dozens of parks to explore to upscale restaurants and shopping, Highlands Ranch has it all. Enjoy diverse housing options for all tastes and experience a higher quality of life nestled along the base of the scenic Rocky Mountain Range.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Grist Brewing Company is a craft brewery in pursuit of fantastic beer. The Highlands Ranch location is home to the production facility and a tasting room and features unique concoctions that appeal to many diverse palates. For the ultimate experience, visit during the popular trivia and music bingo nights with friends and family for a hilarious night out! Celebrate everything rare, abnormal, and odd at 3 Freaks Brewery with one-of-a-kind craft beer creations. An inclusive brewery specializing in “freakishly flavorful brews,” 3 Freaks is another favorite destination for anyone looking for something new and unique in an upbeat and welcoming space.
Part of the Highlands Ranch community for over a decade, the Old Blinking Light offers seasonal American food inspired by Taos and New Mexico backgrounds. Reserve a table to experience the incredible flavors and exceptional cocktails of an artfully crafted menu and enjoy the beautiful, upscale dining space. Ideal for romantic date nights and celebrations, Old Blinking Light is one of the premier dining destinations in Highlands Ranch.
Open for brunch, lunch, and dinner, Smokin Fins is a casual spot offering the best seafood and sushi in town. If you’re looking for high-quality, bold flavors in a hip and inviting space, Smokin Fins is the spot to indulge in mouthwatering creations, mimosa happy hours for brunch, and rotating chef specialties using the highest-quality ingredients from local and sustainable farms.
An upscale experience nestled in the suburbs, Indulge Bistro & Wine Bar is the ideal restaurant to gather with friends over an excellent meal. Offering menu items like Ahi Tuna with a sweet Thai chili sauce and decadent white truffle chicken gnocchi, “indulge” is exactly what guests do whether visiting for dinner, cocktail hour, or weekend brunch.
Things to Do
The premier shopping destination in the neighborhood, Highlands Ranch Town Center offers over 30 different shops and retail spaces, restaurants, and open areas to relax and enjoy the weather. Conveniently located next to the library, Civic Green Park, and transportation center, the Highlands Ranch Town Center is the hub of the community and, in addition to retail spaces, it’s the favorite location for summer concerts and performances.
Conveniently located along the Highlands Ranch Parkway, the Highlands Ranch Farmers Market draws hundreds of shoppers from May through October for fresh produce, quality meats and cheeses, and homemade goods each week. Stock up on your groceries while enjoying live music under the Colorado morning sun.
South Suburban Sports Complex is not your typical recreation center. Offering 206,000 square feet of space for sports leagues, workshops, camps, and top-of-the-line practice facilities, the SSSC is the top destination for those looking to have the best experience while staying active. Perfect for the whole family, the SSSC offers ice skating/hockey rinks, pickleball courts, full-size gyms and turf fields, and a restaurant with a full bar.
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