Denver metro, CO relocation guide
Moving to Larkspur, CO
About Larkspur
Larkspur (population 206 in 2020) is a tiny Douglas County town about 35 miles south of downtown Denver on I-25. Founded in 1871 as a railroad town, it is known for the annual Colorado Renaissance Festival, which draws crowds to the town's doorstep each summer. A quiet community of homes among the pines and rock formations of the Palmer Divide, with Perry Park and the Rampart Range nearby.
Home prices in Larkspur
The median list in Larkspur is $1,070,000.
Top places in Larkspur
- The Colorado Renaissance Festival grounds (summer).
- The town's pines and Palmer Divide setting.
- Nearby Perry Park's red rock formations.
- The I-25 corridor and town's historic core.
- Dawson Butte Open Space (nearby).
Commuting from Larkspur
- Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~40–55 minutes (approximate; via I-25; longer with traffic).
- No transit.
Schools in Larkspur
Public schools: Douglas County School District RE-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.
Larkspur FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Larkspur, CO?
The median list in Larkspur is $1,070,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Larkspur, CO?
Approximate drive to downtown Denver: ~40–55 minutes (approximate; via I-25; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Larkspur, CO?
Larkspur is served by Douglas County School District RE-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.