Highlands Ranch

 

 

Highlands Ranch is the place to be if you're looking for traditional suburban living. The master-planned neighborhoods here are pleasant and comfortable. Residents enjoy living in a tight-knit community while still being close to the center of nearby Denver.

 

The city of Highlands Ranch is a growing community with just over 105,000 residents. There are many residents here who are families with children, but there are also young professionals who want to live outside the city. One such master-planned area is the Bluffs at Highlands Ranch. This resort-style apartment complex features amenities that young professionals simply adore. Not to mention the great hiking trails with views of the mountains, downtown Denver, and the Denver Tech Center.

 

 

• Master-planned neighborhoods 
• Close-knit community with an appreciation for the outdoors
• Proximity to downtown Denver 
• Close to the mountains

 

The local lifestyle of Highlands Ranch is deeply connected to the outdoors. As you drive around the area, you'll encounter plenty of parks and trails just waiting to be explored. The city is on the outskirts of Denver and has plenty of room to spread out. It's common to see residents out biking, hiking, and traversing the area.

 

 

Residents in Highlands Ranch have plenty of options for dining, entertainment, and shopping.

 

The stunning Highlands Ranch Mansion is a premier destination for local couples looking to tie the knot and schools looking to take kiddos on a unique field trip. This beautiful mansion is an elegant western estate that serves as a wedding venue, a destination for education, and a historical park. Photographers flock to this area for the picturesque views and stunning structures.

 

Residents also enjoy the Cherokee Ranch & Castle for a unique dining and entertainment experience. The castle tour includes a light meal at teatime, which allows you to feel like you've been transported back in time.

 

When it's time to get a proper meal into your system, head out to one of the many restaurants in Highlands Ranch. For an even greater selection, residents make their way down to downtown Denver where they will have access to some of the best restaurants the city offers.

 

 

There is lots to do when enjoying your time in Highlands Ranch. If you have a family with young children, local parks, including Civic Green Park and Northridge Park, are popular outdoor destinations. 

 

For even more family fun, Highlands Ranch has annual festivals and events that bring out the community so that they can enjoy one another's company. One of the most popular events is the Highlands Ranch Music and Arts Festival. Here, local artisans display their work, and patrons enjoy great music while they shop.

 

Culture on the Green is another popular event where residents can enjoy the beauty of nature and culture. This event is a great way to enjoy a picnic on the green with your family and friends.

 

For a taste of the local community, the farmers market is an event residents enjoy every week in the summer. From locally-grown fruits and vegetables to artisan-made crafts and goods, residents appreciate the beauty and charm of the farmers’ market. Speaking of charm, the annual Fourth of July parade and fireworks is another fantastic event put on every year to bring the community together. Residents enjoy each other's company as they celebrate our nation’s independence.

 

 

Highlands Ranch is served by the Douglas County School District, which also is the largest employer in Douglas County. The fourth-largest school district in Colorado, Douglas County operates more than 100 schools: