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Old 08-22-2008, 08:20 AM
 
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Could anyone inform me of what this area has to offer, mainly Larkspur? We are a young family, just starting school, and it seems to be more of a nice retire community. All these areas seem to be expanding and growing, we just need to make the best decision for the next 20 years. We are trying to decide between all these great cities/areas and would like some input. Main concern is what are the schools like in Larkspur and Castle Rock and is there plenty to do in the immediate area or do you have to drive to CS or Highlands Ranch?
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Old 08-22-2008, 01:42 PM
 
Location: Just south of Denver since 1989
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the schools are all in the same district. Larkspur is mostly rural. Castle Rock can be small town, suburban or rural, and lone tree is definitely suburban.
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Old 08-22-2008, 02:52 PM
 
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If you're in Larkspur, most of your shopping needs can be met in Castle Rock.
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Old 08-22-2008, 07:04 PM
 
Location: Las Flores, Orange County, CA
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If you have young kids, avoid low density, large lot (2+ acres) neighborhoods. Your kids will want friends. I'd go with Lone Tree or Castle Rock. I don't know of any traditional, conventional neighborhoods in Larkspur, maybe there are some there though.

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Old 08-22-2008, 07:10 PM
 
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Hi Charles, your advice of large lot is one we struggle with but know we have to sacrifice our likes for the kids to go out and play easily...that will be the least headache. We just don't care for the zoo of homes all around you and wonder how bad can it be to drive to say "Flying Horse" or some of the other areas and still enjoy a new home on a 2 acre lot? This is why we were looking out of CS but it looks like that might be the best choice.
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Old 08-23-2008, 01:07 PM
 
Location: Morrison, CO
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I actually like all three areas, but Lone Tree is definitely higher density than either Castle Rock or Larkspur. I think Castle Rock sounds like a good balance for you as it offers more populace for the kids yet its not as dense as some other suburbs. Development has boomed there however, so your going to see a lot of new subdivisions. Its also closer to the Denver Metro area if you have to commute there.
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Old 08-23-2008, 04:28 PM
 
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I wanted to help you out with your choices. I sell Real Estate in all three areas, and I live in Larkspur, in Perry Park. I would say that if you wanted to buy in Sage Port, Sterling Pointe, Bear Dance or Hidden Forest areas of Larkspur you would see plenty of kids. The Larkspur Mom's group which is comprised of the moms that have children that go to Larkspur Elementary are a very active group and Larkspur Elementary is one of the most desired schools in Douglas County. It is a little more rural then if you were to choose to live in Castle Rock. Castle Rock is a very nice area, good schools, a growing community, close proximity to Denver and reasonable prices in housing. Houses for the most part would be closer together, but kids would also be closer to their friends. Lone Tree and Highlands Ranch will of course be the most urban, but will also have lots of amenities close by. It is truly your choice, all offer something special.
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