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Highlands Ranch, CO 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Highlands Ranch
Highlands Ranch is a small suburb of Denver, Colorado. The quaint town has an abundance of parks and natural spaces for active adults seeking outdoor recreation. In addition,…
Highlands Ranch is a small suburb of Denver, Colorado. The quaint town has an abundance of parks and natural spaces for active adults seeking outdoor recreation. In addition, its proximity to the arts and culture of Denver makes it a popular destination for retirees.
Climate & Geography
Located in Colorado's Front Range, Highlands Ranch is part of the Denver metropolitan area. The terrain is made up of gently rolling hills.
Residents of Highlands Ranch experience warm summers and cold, dry winters. Because of Colorado’s higher altitudes, there is less water vapor in the air, resulting in drier, thinner air.
Recreation, Culture, & Entertainment
Highlands Ranch offers activities for those interested in nature, art history, or fitness. Every week, Highlands Ranch Mansion offers free evenings for guided historic tours. The nearby Denver Art Museum showcases various exhibits and events such as The Light Show and Treasures of British Art. The Colorado Ballet, also in nearby Denver, hosts performances throughout the year like The Nutcracker and Peter Pan.
There are also plenty of opportunities to get outdoors. In Highlands Park, there are 26 parks, 70 miles of nature trails, and 2,050 acres of natural, open land. The city also has outdoor pickleball courts, tennis courts, and community gardens. Nearby Chatfield State Park offers hiking, boating, camping, fishing, and picnicking.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Highlands Ranch is higher than the state and national averages. High housing costs are the main factor in the cost of living difference.
Though Social Security benefits are taxable in Colorado, the state offers significant deductions. For retirees between 55 and 64, the deduction is $20,000, and for retirees 65 and older, it is $24,000. The same deductions apply to all other forms of retirement income. Property taxes are low, and there is a 5 percent sales tax in Highlands Ranch.
Health Care
The Denver metro area scores very well on Gallup's Well-Being Index, ranking in the top 15 communities across the country. According to the same survey, Colorado ranks in the top six states.
Littleton Adventist Hospital is within five miles of Highlands Ranch and rated high performing by U.S. News. Sky Ridge Medical Center, located in nearby Lone Tree, is nationally ranked and the No. 3 hospital in Denver. UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, located 30 minutes away in Aurora, is also nationally ranked and the No. 1 hospital in the state.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Highlands Ranch, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch has 81 homes, the largest has 506 homes, and the average communities consists of 258 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Highlands Ranch. The most recent communities started in Highlands Ranch include Verona, The Retreat at The Links, The Village at Highlands Ranch. There is also 1 communities in Highlands Ranch that offers new construction homes, including Verona.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Gleneagles Village is a gated communities with 345 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch stay on the market for around 230 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $765,876, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Verona average around $794,113, while homes in The Retreat at The Links average around $787,450.
26 communities near Highlands Ranch
330 homes near Highlands Ranch
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|870 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|855 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|855 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|870 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|870 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,623 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,716 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,832 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,786 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|4 baths
|3,668 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,727 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|945 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,661 sq ft
|House
4 beds
|3 baths
|3,959 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,493 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,119 sq ft
|Condo
4 beds
|4 baths
|5,185 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|3 baths
|2,151 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,683 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,698 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,523 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,033 sq ft
|Townhouse
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,535 sq ft
|Townhouse
1 beds
|2 baths
|1,235 sq ft
|Townhouse
4 beds
|3 baths
|2,742 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,638 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,560 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,173 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,585 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|1 baths
|952 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
1 beds
|1 baths
|855 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,200 sq ft
|Condo
Frequently Asked Questions
In Highlands Ranch, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 3 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch has 81 homes, the largest has 506 homes, and the average communities consists of 258 homes.
Yes, there is new 55+ home available in Highlands Ranch. The most recent communities started in Highlands Ranch include Verona, The Retreat at The Links, The Village at Highlands Ranch. There is also 1 communities in Highlands Ranch that offers new construction homes, including Verona.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch. Approximately 25.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Gleneagles Village is a gated communities with 345 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Highlands Ranch stay on the market for around 230 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $765,876, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Verona average around $794,113, while homes in The Retreat at The Links average around $787,450.
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