EXPLORE LONE TREE.
SHOPPING, LIGHT RAIL, AND OPEN SPACE IN ONE EASY SOUTH METRO CITY.
WELCOME TO LONE TREE
Lone Tree sits in northern Douglas County, about 18 miles south of downtown Denver, right where I-25 meets C-470. It incorporated in 1995 and has grown into one of the most convenient spots in the south metro. It's a short drive to the Tech Center and an easy reach to the mountains via C-470.
The lifestyle is easy. Park Meadows, the largest mall in Colorado, is here. So is the Lone Tree Arts Center, Sky Ridge Medical Center, and five RTD light rail stations that can get you downtown without touching a freeway. Weekends might mean brunch, a matinee at the Arts Center, then a walk through RidgeGate's open space.
But it's not all shopping and offices. The Bluffs Regional Park gives you a 2.7 mile loop with big Front Range views, and the city's design standards keep things looking clean and cared for. It's the kind of place where errands are quick and weekends feel wide open. For a lot of buyers, it hits that sweet spot between convenience and calm.
What We Love Most About Lone Tree
Hiking the Bluffs Regional Park loop at sunset
Shows and concerts at the Lone Tree Arts Center
Five light rail stations, including RidgeGate Parkway at the end of the line
Park Meadows for shopping and dining
Schweiger Ranch, an 1874 homestead turned living history museum
Our Favorite Lone Tree Restaurants
Sierra
Cranelli's Italian Restaurant
Blue Island Oyster Bar
Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse
Miya Moon
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille
REAL ESTATE IN LONE TREE
Lone Tree offers a nice mix of housing. Established neighborhoods like Heritage Hills and Carriage Club have single-family homes on quiet streets, many with mature trees and mountain views. Closer to the city center you'll find condos and townhomes that work well for buyers who want low maintenance. Newer RidgeGate homes often come with community amenities and walkable access to trails and transit.
RidgeGate is the big story. This 3,500 acre mixed-use community on both sides of I-25 brings newer single-family homes, townhomes and apartments near light rail, trails and the Sky Ridge area. Prices lean toward the upper middle of the south metro, with something for first-time buyers, move-up families and downsizers alike. Older neighborhoods tend to offer bigger yards and a more established feel, so it really comes down to how you want to live.
Lone Tree at a Glance
Population: 14,147
Median age: 41.5
Median household income: $123,741
Schools
Douglas County School District
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey, 2024. Always confirm school boundaries for a specific address.
HOMES FOR SALE IN LONE TREE
Featured Lone Tree listings are coming soon. In the meantime, search every home for sale in Lone Tree, or reach out and we will send you new listings the moment they hit the market.
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FAQS ABOUT LONE TREE
What school district serves Lone Tree?
Lone Tree is served by Douglas County School District, which also runs the Legacy Campus career and technical education center in the city.
How is the commute from Lone Tree?
You're right at I-25 and C-470, and five RTD light rail stations connect you to the Tech Center and downtown Denver.
What is there to do in Lone Tree?
Catch a show at the Lone Tree Arts Center, shop Park Meadows, or visit Schweiger Ranch. There's plenty of dining around the mall and RidgeGate too.
Is Lone Tree family friendly?
Yes. Families like the parks, trails, arts programming and quick access to Sky Ridge Medical Center.
Where can I hike or bike?
Bluffs Regional Park is the local favorite, with a 2.7 mile loop and big views. RidgeGate also has its own trail network and open space.
Thinking About a Move to Lone Tree?
We help buyers and sellers in Lone Tree and across the Denver metro every week. Tell us what you are looking for and we will help you find the right fit, or let you know what your current home could sell for.
Call or text 720-730-4051, or send us a note below.
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