Parker

More homes in Parker, many with incredible mountain views.
Parker Station is a beautiful part of downtown Parker. It's comprised of office space.
Much of Parker's residential neighborhoods have paved trails.
Tallman Meadow Park is a terrific place to take the kids for fund and relaxation in Parker.
If you need a little caffeine, stop by Fika Coffee House in Parker.

Parker, CO Area Guide

Discover the peaceful town of Parker just outside of Denver

Suburban Wooded Convenient Quiet

Located in the southeastern corner of the Denver metropolitan area, Parker combines suburban comfort with small-town character. Originally established as a stagecoach stop called Twenty Mile House, this growing community has evolved while preserving its historic roots.

Residents explore over 27 miles of paved trails and 250 acres of parkland throughout the community. The Parker Arts, Culture, & Events Center (PACE) anchors the cultural scene with regular art exhibits, theater productions, and concerts by local performers, including the Parker Symphony Orchestra. The Cherry Creek Trail system provides outdoor recreation opportunities, while the Rueter-Hess Reservoir continues to develop additional amenities. Downtown Parker's Mainstreet preserves historic architecture, including the Ruth Memorial Methodist Episcopal Church, alongside shops and restaurants. Located 23 miles from downtown Denver, Parker offers convenient access to city amenities while maintaining its distinctive community atmosphere.

Explore the City

Much of Parker's residential neighborhoods have paved trails.

Tallman Meadow Park is a terrific place to take the kids for fund and relaxation in Parker.

If you need a little caffeine, stop by Fika Coffee House in Parker.

Downtown Parker is full of charming details.

This quaint building is just south of downtown Parker and is full of shops and restaurants.

PACE is a local place for theater and art. Parents dropping their kids off for ballet class.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Parker, CO is $1,518 for a studio, $1,713 for one bedroom, $2,112 for two bedrooms, and $2,822 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Parker has decreased by -3.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,713/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$3,020/month
2,075 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,321/month
1,201 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,019/month
1,383 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Parker, CO is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

38 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

1 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

44 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Northeast Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Gold Rush Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Pine Lane Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

North Star Academy

Public

Grades K-8

Sagewood Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Cimarron Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Ponderosa High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Chaparral High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Legend High School

Public

Grades 9-12

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.