Highlands Ranch
Welcome to Highlands Ranch, Colorado—a premier master-planned community renowned for its blend of natural beauty, modern amenities, and family-friendly atmosphere. Nestled just 12 miles south of Denver in Douglas County, Highlands Ranch is ranked one of the most progressive and well-planned communities in the country.
Spanning 22,000 acres, Highlands Ranch offers an exceptional quality of life with its expansive outdoor spaces and state-of-the-art facilities. The community boasts 26 parks, many of which feature off-leash areas for dogs, and over 70 miles of scenic trails perfect for running, biking, or a leisurely stroll. Adventure awaits with more than 2,500 acres of undeveloped land for exploration and 8,200 acres of protected conservation space in the Backcountry Wilderness Area.
For recreational enthusiasts, Highlands Ranch does not disappoint. Enjoy a game of pickleball, challenge friends to a round of disc golf, or cast a line at one of the community’s fishing ponds. Younger residents and visitors can take advantage of two public skate parks and a variety of sporting opportunities at the local parks.
As Shea Homes Colorado’s largest master-planned community, Highlands Ranch has been thoughtfully developed since the first residents moved in back in 1981. Today, it is home to approximately 100,830 residents across 31,510 homes. The community’s thoughtful design allocates 61% of its land to open space and recreation, 31% to residential properties, and the remaining 8% to business use.
Residents benefit from four full-scale, state-of-the-art recreation centers and two beautiful 18-hole golf courses. Families will appreciate the variety of public daycare facilities, 19 elementary schools, four middle schools, and five high schools, ensuring excellent educational options for children of all ages.
103,238 people live in Highlands Ranch, where the median age is 40.3 and the average individual income is $59,172. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Highlands Ranch, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Taspen’s Organics, BFT - Highlands Ranch, and Destiny Dance Studio.
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| Dining | 4.18 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.53 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.02 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 2.39 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.48 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.95 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.21 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.78 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Highlands Ranch has 37,583 households, with an average household size of 2.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Highlands Ranch do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 103,238 people call Highlands Ranch home. The population density is 4,253.99 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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