Castle Oaks
By Jessica Carcoana · Updated September 2026
Castle Oaks sits in north-central Castle Rock just north of Founders Village, near Sage Canyon Elementary, with homes built between 1990 and 2015 on lots ranging from 6,000 square feet to a half acre. Older remodeled ranches stand alongside newer construction along Castle Oaks Drive, without the master-planned amenity package found in newer subdivisions to the east. Hidden Mesa Open Space, 1,294 acres of grassland and single-track trail near Franktown, is roughly a 10-minute drive via Founders Parkway and Highway 86. Highway 86 reaches the neighborhood in about two minutes, with I-25 approximately eight minutes west.
At a glance
Community Anchors
- Philip S. Miller Park and Challenge Hill (200-step staircase)
- Outlets at Castle Rock
- Historic Downtown Castle Rock (restaurants, shops, Festival Park, First Fridays)
- Castle Rock Recreation Center
- Castlewood Canyon State Park
- Douglas County Fairgrounds and Events Center
- Plum Creek Golf Club (Pete Dye-designed)
- Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course (Jim Engh-designed)
- Castle Rock Adventist Hospital
- Douglas County School District RE-1 (A rating)
- Castle Rock YMCA
- Over 6,000 acres of town open space
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Book a MeetingWhere it sits
Inside Castle Rock. Platted boundary.
Quick answersQuestions about Castle Oaks
Where is Castle Oaks?
Castle Oaks is in Castle Rock, about 3.1 miles northeast of the Castle Rock center. The map on this page shows its platted boundary from county records.
When was Castle Oaks built?
Homes in Castle Oaks were built between 1990 and 2015 (late 20th century / early 21st century).
Is there an HOA in Castle Oaks, and what does it cost?
Castle Oaks has a homeowners association. Its dues are not published; confirm the current figure with the association before you buy.
What amenities does Castle Oaks have?
Castle Oaks amenities include proximity to Hidden Mesa Open Space (1,224 acres), community parks and trails, and relaxed residential character.
How big are the lots in Castle Oaks?
Typical lots in Castle Oaks run 6,000 sqft-0.50 acres.
Which schools are near Castle Oaks?
Schools near Castle Oaks include Sage Canyon Elementary, Mesa Middle School, and Douglas County High School. Verify enrollment eligibility by address.
About how many homes are in Castle Oaks?
County parcel records show about 200 parcels in Castle Oaks.
How high is Castle Oaks?
Castle Oaks sits at about 6,460 feet above sea level.
Parks and Schools
- Hidden Mesa Open Space
- Castle Oaks community parks
- Sage Canyon Elementary
- Mesa Middle School
- Douglas County High School
Verify school assignment by address with the district. Attendance boundaries do not follow neighborhood lines.
Commute and Access
- 2 minHwy 86 / Founders Pkwy
- 8 minI-25
Transit in Castle Rock: RTD Bus Route 151 (Castle Rock to Lincoln light rail station) · Bustang regional bus (CDOT -- Castle Rock to Denver Union Station) · I-25 express lanes northbound to Denver · No light rail -- nearest station is Lincoln in Lone Tree (15 min drive)
Resources
- Terrain Community AssociationCommunity information and resident portal
Other Neighborhoods in Castle Rock
- Crystal Valley Ranch$400K-$700K
- Montaine$600K-$1.2M
- Regency at Montaine$650K–$1.2M
- Plum Creek$350K-$800K
- Craig-Gould Historic District$300K-$1.4M
- Encore at Castle Rock$425K-$1.35M
- Hillside at Castle Rock$600K–$879K
- Glover-Baldwin Park$400K-$900K
- Happy Canyon$800K-$1.65M
- Beverly Hills Estates$550K-$950K (estimated)
About This Profile
This profile of Castle Oaks was researched in March 2026. It was last reviewed in September 2026. The price range is an estimate built from comparable nearby neighborhoods rather than from direct listings. Amenity coverage is moderate, and some features rest on a single source. Location corrected: centered near Founders Village and Sage Canyon, not the Franktown border.
Data sourced from direct and indirect online resources. Details are subject to change over time as we continue to research this area.
