Relocation · Denver Metro to Colorado Springs
Moving to Colorado? Start Here.
Relocating from California, Texas or anywhere else, I’ll help you compare towns, tour homes on video before you fly in, and close with confidence. Get my free Colorado relocation guide below.
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Relocating to the Front Range
One agent for the whole Denver-to-Colorado-Springs corridor
I grew up in Castle Rock and help buyers and sellers from Broomfield to Colorado Springs. Most people moving from California, Texas or another state don’t know yet which town fits them, and that’s the first thing we figure out together: commute, schools, lot size, HOA and metro district costs, and how you want to spend your weekends.
Where to Live
Compare the towns Kaylie serves
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City and County of Denver
Denver
The state capital and the region’s job, arts and sports hub, with historic neighborhoods such as Washington Park, Cherry Creek, Hilltop and Bonnie Brae.
Median home value $616,000 · Pop. 718,877 · downtown
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Jefferson County
Lakewood
Denver’s west-side neighbor at the foothills, close to Green Mountain, Red Rocks and the I-70 route to the mountains.
Median home value $574,400 · Pop. 156,583 · Union Station about 7 mi
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Douglas County
Castle Pines
A small city along I-25 that includes Castle Pines North and The Canyons; the gated Village at Castle Pines sits next door with Castle Rock addresses.
Median home value $895,500 · Pop. 13,388 · Union Station about 24 mi
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Douglas County (unincorporated)
Highlands Ranch
A large master-planned community run by the Highlands Ranch Metro District and Community Association, with recreation centers, parks and trails.
Median home value $712,700 · Pop. 102,257 · Union Station about 19 mi
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Douglas County
Parker
A southeast suburb with a walkable Mainstreet, the Cherry Creek Trail and established golf neighborhoods such as The Pinery.
Median home value $646,300 · Pop. 61,783 · Union Station about 26 mi
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Douglas County
Castle Rock
A fast-growing town halfway between Denver and Colorado Springs, named for the butte above its historic downtown.
Median home value $652,900 · Pop. 79,123 · Union Station about 30 mi
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Elbert County
Elizabeth
A small town east of Parker on Highway 86, popular with buyers who want acreage, horses and a rural feel.
Median home value $475,900 · Pop. 2,244 · Union Station about 43 mi
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City and County of Broomfield
Broomfield
Between Denver and Boulder on US 36, with neighborhoods such as Anthem Ranch, a 55+ community.
Median home value $664,500 · Pop. 76,304 · Union Station about 16 mi
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El Paso County
Colorado Springs
Colorado’s second-largest city at the foot of Pikes Peak, home to Flying Horse and several military installations.
Median home value $452,600 · Pop. 487,887 · Union Station about 70 mi
Population and median owner-occupied home value: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates. Distances: OpenStreetMap driving routes from each town center to Denver Union Station.
At a Glance
Home values and drive distances
| Town | County | Median value* | To Union Station | To Denver airport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | City and County of Denver | $616,000 | downtown | ~25 mi |
| Lakewood | Jefferson County | $574,400 | ~7 mi | ~32 mi |
| Castle Pines | Douglas County | $895,500 | ~24 mi | ~40 mi |
| Highlands Ranch | Douglas County (unincorporated) | $712,700 | ~19 mi | ~42 mi |
| Parker | Douglas County | $646,300 | ~26 mi | ~31 mi |
| Castle Rock | Douglas County | $652,900 | ~30 mi | ~46 mi |
| Elizabeth | Elbert County | $475,900 | ~43 mi | ~48 mi |
| Broomfield | City and County of Broomfield | $664,500 | ~16 mi | ~30 mi |
| Colorado Springs | El Paso County | $452,600 | ~70 mi | ~86 mi |
*Median owner-occupied home value, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates. These are owners’ estimates, not current list prices; ask Kaylie for recent sales in any neighborhood. Distances are approximate driving miles from each town center (OpenStreetMap), without traffic.
Buying From Out of State
How Kaylie helps remote buyers
- Discovery call. We talk through jobs, schools, budget and lifestyle, then shortlist two or three towns.
- Video tours. Live FaceTime or Zoom showings, recorded walkthroughs, and drive-throughs of the streets around each home.
- Honest notes. I flag what photos miss, such as road noise, slopes and sun exposure, and help you decide whether to fly in.
- Colorado contract coaching. I track every date in the state contract, from inspection to loan. See the deadlines guide.
- Inspection and closing. I attend inspections, share video, and coordinate with your lender and title company, including remote signing where they allow it.
From California or Texas? A few things work differently here
Property taxes
Colorado taxes a percentage of value: for 2026, 6.8% for local governments after a 10% reduction of the first $700,000, and 7.05% for school districts, times the local mill levy. Many newer neighborhoods add a metro district levy.
Altitude and weather
Most of these towns sit around a mile high or higher. Castle Rock’s NOAA station, at about 6,185 feet, averages 57.5 inches of snow a year, with dry air and strong sun.
Commutes
I-25, C-470, E-470 and US 36 tie the region together, and RTD light rail reaches south to Lone Tree. Test drives at rush hour before you choose.
Hail and roof insurance
Front Range hail shapes home insurance. Many policies carry a separate wind and hail deductible set as a percentage of coverage, so get quotes and a roof inspection during your inspection period.
Radon
Colorado’s health department says about half of Colorado homes test above the EPA action level of 4 pCi/L. Add a radon test to every inspection; mitigation is a common fix.
Winter driving
From September 1 through May 31, the Traction Law applies on I-70 between Dotsero and Morrison, so check your tires and carry chains or a traction device if your car needs them.
Want a step-by-step list? My Moving to Denver relocation checklist covers DMV deadlines, getting around and what to do in your first 90 days.
Picking between suburbs? Start with Moving to Denver: how to choose the right suburb, Moving to Castle Rock, Moving to Parker, Moving to Highlands Ranch, Highlands Ranch vs. Parker and Parker vs. Castle Rock. Coming from the West Coast? Read Moving to Denver from California. Looking farther south? Read Moving to Colorado Springs and Denver vs. Colorado Springs.
Free PDF
Kaylie’s Colorado Relocation Guide
13 pages: every town at a glance, a step-by-step moving timeline, and the Colorado home quirks out-of-state buyers should know, from hail and roof insurance to radon, metro districts and winter driving.
Free Guide
Get the free Colorado relocation guide
Enter your name and email in the form below and your download link appears right away. Kaylie will also follow up personally to answer questions about the towns on your list.
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Moving to Colorado: common questions
Can I buy a home in Colorado while I still live in California or Texas?
Yes. Kaylie can tour homes for you on live video, record walkthroughs and neighborhood drives, attend inspections, and keep your Colorado contract deadlines on track. Many title companies can arrange remote or mail-away closing; ask your lender and title company what they allow.
Which Denver-area towns does Kaylie Curtis cover?
Denver, Lakewood, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Parker, Castle Rock, Elizabeth, Broomfield and Colorado Springs, plus nearby neighborhoods along the Front Range.
How are property taxes figured in Colorado?
County assessors multiply a home’s actual value by the residential assessment rate, then by the local mill levy. For tax year 2026, the Colorado Division of Property Taxation lists a 6.8% local-government residential rate after a 10% reduction of the first $700,000 of value, and Douglas County lists 7.05% for school districts. Mill levies vary by address, and many newer neighborhoods add a metro district levy.
What is a metro district?
A metro district is a special district that funds and maintains roads, parks or other infrastructure in many newer Colorado neighborhoods. It shows up as its own mill levy on the property tax bill. Kaylie’s metro districts guide explains how to look one up before you buy.
How is the Colorado contract different from California or Texas?
Colorado uses state-approved contract forms with a Dates and Deadlines section that sets inspection, appraisal, loan, title and HOA deadlines. Missing a deadline can cost you rights, so Kaylie tracks them for you. Her contract deadlines guide walks through each one.
What is the free Colorado relocation guide?
It is a free 13-page PDF with a profile of each town Kaylie serves (Census home values, income and population, plus drive distances), a moving timeline, a remote-buying checklist, and Colorado-specific tips on altitude, hail and roof insurance, radon, HOAs and metro districts, water, property taxes and winter driving. Enter your name and email on this page and the download link appears right away.
Kaylie Curtis
Luxury Real Estate Agent
The Gold Standard Brokerage
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Tell Kaylie where you’re moving from and which towns you’re curious about. Your guide link appears as soon as you send, and she’ll follow up personally. Prefer to talk? Call or text 720-357-5785.
The Gold Standard Brokerage was founded by Sean Gribbons and is run by Sean Gribbons and Kaylie Curtis together.
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