Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Elizabeth, CO
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth (population 1,675 in 2020) is an Elbert County town about 35 miles southeast of downtown Denver on CO-86. Founded in the 1880s as a railroad town, it is a growing community where new subdivisions meet ranchland — a front-porch town with a historic Main Street, the annual Elizabeth Stampede rodeo, and quick access to both Parker and the plains. Elizabeth schools are well-regarded.
Home prices in Elizabeth
The median list in Elizabeth is $724,990.
Top places in Elizabeth
- Historic Main Street and the town's 1880s buildings.
- The Elizabeth Stampede rodeo (annual).
- Casey Jones Park and the town's recreation programs.
- Surrounding ranchland and open space.
- The CO-86 corridor to Parker and Franktown.
Commuting from Elizabeth
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~40–55 minutes (approximate; via CO-86/I-25; longer with traffic).
- No transit.
Schools in Elizabeth
Public schools: Elizabeth School District C-1. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Elizabeth FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Elizabeth, CO?
The median list in Elizabeth is $724,990. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Elizabeth, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~40–55 minutes (approximate; via CO-86/I-25; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Elizabeth, CO?
Elizabeth is served by Elizabeth School District C-1. 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.