Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Bow Mar, CO
About Bow Mar
Bow Mar (population 853 in 2020) is a small Arapahoe County town about 12 miles southwest of downtown Denver, built around Bow Mar Lake. Incorporated in 1958 and named for the lake (itself named for early settlers Bowles and Marston), it is a quiet community of midcentury ranch homes and newer rebuilds on large wooded lots, with the private Bow Mar Lake for residents and a boat-dotted shoreline. Littleton schools serve the town.
Home prices in Bow Mar
The median list in Bow Mar is $2,590,000.
Top places in Bow Mar
- Bow Mar Lake — the town's namesake private lake (shown in the town sign photo below).
- The town's wooded residential streets and midcentury homes.
- Bowles and Marston heritage — the historic plan map (shown in the Commons image below).
- Nearby Clement Park and the Columbine Trail (adjacent).
- Chatfield State Park access (southwest).
Commuting from Bow Mar
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; via Wadsworth Blvd/C-470; longer with traffic).
- Nearby C/D light rail via Littleton stations.
Schools in Bow Mar
Public schools: Littleton Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bow Mar FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bow Mar, CO?
The median list in Bow Mar is $2,590,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Bow Mar, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~20–30 minutes (approximate; via Wadsworth Blvd/C-470; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Bow Mar, CO?
Bow Mar is served by Littleton Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.