Highlands Ranch: A Thriving Colorado Community

Highlands Ranch is one of those communities that captures your heart the moment you arrive. Just south of Denver, it has grown into a vibrant, welcoming suburb where people come for the quality of life and stay because it truly feels like home. With beautiful open spaces, exceptional schools, and a warm community spirit, Highlands Ranch continues to be one of the most desirable places to live in Colorado.

A Look at the Population

Today, Highlands Ranch is home to just over 100,000 residents, making it one of the largest unincorporated communities in the entire country. Even with its size, it still maintains that friendly, connected neighborhood feeling we all love. The community brings together professionals, families, retirees, long-time locals, and new arrivals who want the perfect balance of suburban calm and city convenience.

Where the Story Began

Before homes, parks, and town centers, this land was wide-open ranch country. The iconic Highlands Ranch Mansion still stands as a reminder of that early heritage. Everything began to change in the early 1980s when a vision for a master-planned community took shape. The goal was clear: build a place where people could live, work, play, and connect — all in one beautifully designed environment. And that vision succeeded beyond expectations.

Why We Love Highlands Ranch

We always say that Highlands Ranch offers the best of Colorado living — and it does. Residents enjoy:

• Miles of trails and open space

• Beautifully maintained parks and recreation centers

• Top-ranked schools

• Strong community programming and events

• Convenient access to Denver, the Tech Center, and the mountains

It’s the kind of place where you see neighbors walking dogs, families biking together, and kids playing at the park while the sun sets behind the mountains.

A Community Built on Connection

What stands out most is the community spirit. Whether we’re gathering for local events, supporting small businesses, hiking the backcountry trails, or simply catching up over coffee, Highlands Ranch has a way of making everyone feel welcome. It’s a place built with intention — and lived in with heart.