A town government
Bow Mar has its own elected town government and ordinances, separate from the City of Littleton and the City and County of Denver.
Town of Bow Mar, Arapahoe & Jefferson Counties · Kaylie Curtis
Bow Mar Homes for Sale
Looking at Bow Mar homes for sale, or getting ready to sell? Bow Mar is a small statutory town southwest of Denver, built around a private lake, with about 300 single-family homes on roughly one-acre lots. I help buyers and sellers here with The Gold Standard Brokerage.
- LocationAbout 12 miles southwest of downtown Denver
- HomesAbout 300 single-family homes, mostly on one-acre lots
- Size520 acres, including 96 acres of water
- SchoolsLittleton Public Schools or Jeffco; confirm by address
Bow Mar
About the Town of Bow Mar
Bow Mar is its own town, not a Littleton neighborhood. It was incorporated in 1958 as a Colorado statutory town, sits about 12 miles southwest of downtown Denver, and borders Littleton and Denver. The town covers 520 acres, 96 of them water, and straddles the Arapahoe County and Jefferson County line. Homes use Littleton 80123 mailing addresses.
The name combines two nearby lakes, Bowles Lake and Marston Reservoir. Lloyd and Eleanor King began developing the area in 1947, and many of the original one-story homes were designed in a prairie style inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright. Today the town has about 300 single-family homes on one-acre lots and a population of just under 900.
Sources: Town of Bow Mar, townofbowmar.org; Bow-Mar Owners, Inc., bowmarcolorado.com; U.S. Census Bureau 2020. Checked November 2026.
At a Glance
Bow Mar at a glance
The lake and BMOI
Bow Mar Lake and its beach, marina, picnic area and tennis courts are run by Bow-Mar Owners, Inc. (BMOI), a nonprofit social club separate from the town. Membership is voluntary and limited to Bow Mar property owners and residents, and the facilities are for members only.
Two counties
Part of the town is in Arapahoe County and part is in Jefferson County. The county affects the property tax bill, county services and the school district.
Schools
Homes on the Arapahoe County side are generally in Littleton Public Schools, and homes on the Jefferson County side in Jeffco Public Schools. Confirm assignments with the district for the specific address.
Living Here
What daily life is like
People who look at Bow Mar usually want space and quiet without a long drive. The lots are large for the south metro, the streets are wide, and the lake is the center of community life for BMOI members, with sailing, swimming, fishing and skating in season.
Many original ranch homes have been updated or replaced over the years, so you’ll see a mix of mid-century homes and newer construction. If you’re planning to remodel or build, the town’s building and zoning rules come first.
Buyers
Buying a home in Bow Mar
Before you write an offer, here’s what I check.
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County and school district
Confirm which county the home is in from the county assessor record, and check the school assignment with Littleton Public Schools or Jeffco for that address.
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Lake access is a membership, not a deed
Buying in Bow Mar makes you eligible to join BMOI. It doesn’t include lake access by itself. If the lake matters to you, we’ll ask BMOI about membership before your deadlines.
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Town rules before you remodel
If you plan to add on or rebuild, review the Town of Bow Mar’s building and zoning requirements early. My luxury home inspection checklist covers what to inspect on older homes.
Sellers
Selling a home in Bow Mar
Buyers here are paying for the lot and the setting, so the marketing has to show both.
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Pricing from the right comparables
Recent Bow Mar sales on similar lots, adjusted for lake and mountain views, updates and condition.
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Explain the town clearly
Listing copy that explains the town, the two counties and how BMOI membership works, so buyers aren’t surprised.
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Documents ready early
The Seller’s Property Disclosure, permits for past work and any town approvals organized before listing.
FAQ
Bow Mar: common questions
Is Bow Mar part of Littleton?
No. Bow Mar is a separate statutory town, incorporated in 1958, with its own town government. Homes use Littleton 80123 mailing addresses.
What county is Bow Mar in?
Both. The town straddles the Arapahoe County and Jefferson County line, so the county depends on the specific property.
Can Bow Mar residents use the lake?
The lake, beach, marina, picnic area and tennis courts are run by Bow-Mar Owners, Inc. (BMOI). Membership is voluntary and limited to Bow Mar property owners and residents, and the facilities are for members only.
What schools serve Bow Mar?
Homes in Arapahoe County are generally in Littleton Public Schools, and homes in Jefferson County in Jeffco Public Schools. Confirm assigned schools with the district for the address.
How big is Bow Mar?
According to the town, Bow Mar covers 520 acres, including 96 acres of water, with about 300 single-family homes and just under 900 residents.
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