Parker, Colorado

The Town of Parker:

Parker can trace its colorful recent history to the establishment of the Pine Grove Post Office by Alfred Butters around 1863. He handled mail, provided provisions and a place to leave messages; it was a refuge for travelers and was appropriately named Pine Grove.

Butters traded his building to a Mr. Goldsmith for a yoke of oxen and Goldsmith in turn sold it to Mr. and Mrs. George Long in 1864. The Longs made a rough addition and added some other buildings to accommodate animals and wagons. Being situated about 20 miles from Denver City, the Longs named it 20-Mile House. It was a way station that provided meals, lodging and provisions.

Although courthouse records bring the dates into question, historical accounts generally agree that George Long traded the 20-Mile House to Nelson Doud in 1870 for a pair of mules. The Douds enlarged the place to include 10 rooms and a second story ballroom. They sold it in 1874 to James Sample Parker, an ex-bullwhacker and station manager who had been living in Kiowa.

Under Parker’s ownership, the 20-Mile house grew and prospered. A blacksmith shop to shoe oxen and a general mercantile store were added to the facilities. The land west of Highway 83 was owned by James Parker, but land holdings on the east side of the highway were under the ownership of James’ brother, George. George Parker established a saloon and was instrumental in seeing that other businesses located in the growing town. The railroad provided impetus and by the turn of the century Parker boasted two hotels, the post office, three general mercantile stores, a saloon, a livery stable, two blacksmith shops, a railroad station with section house, water tower and warehouse, a brick works, a stockyards, a creamery and a bank that got robbed twice.

Parker, Colorado was incorporated in 1981.

Newest Listings of Homes in Parker

4848 Wagontrail Court, Parker $900,000

Location, Location, Location! Open space, views, cul-de-sac! Stunning Pradera home with 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, study, 3 car garage, finished walkout basement with home ...

6 Beds
5 Baths
9099557 MLS
6,007 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Alliance

16364 Flintlock Court, Parker $599,000

Gorgeous family home on cul-de-sac backs to greenbelt. Two lofts and finished basement make it easy to customize space for how your family lives. Soaring entry opens to f...

4 Beds
3 Baths
9827831 MLS
3,461 SqFt.

Courtesy of Keller Williams 1st Realty

42085 London Drive, Parker $1,200,000

GORGEOUS HOME On Over 5 Acres With Magnificent View...Soaring 18 Feet Ceilings And Spiral Staircase. Remodeled Kitchen With Granite Countertop And More...Upstairs With Re...

5 Beds
5 Baths
9008310 MLS
5,108 SqFt.

Courtesy of Brokers Guild Homes

13904 Scarlet Sage, Parker $592,780

4 bedroom ranch home backs up to open space and is close to a cul-de-sac. The upgraded Kitchen features gorgeous white cabinets, stainless steel appliances with a gas ran...

3 Beds
2 Baths
2314919 MLS
1,645 SqFt.

Courtesy of D.R. Horton Realty, LLC

10870 Mount Antero Way, Parker $535,000

This Is It!!! Be The First To See This Stunning Home In Willow Ridge. Ideally Located On A Quiet Cul De Sac Just 1.5 Miles From Downtown Parker. As You Walk Through The...

3 Beds
3 Baths
2862221 MLS
1,914 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Professionals

5623 Raintree Drive, Parker $1,825,000

***PICTURESQUE AND BREATHTAKING VIEWS OF RENOWNED PRADERA GOLF COURSE (7TH HOLE), OPEN LAND/VALLEY/DRAW AND WILD LIFE ON BEYOND***THE VIEWS OUT THE BACK OF THIS SPECTACUL...

4 Beds
3 Baths
3715666 MLS
3,850 SqFt.

Courtesy of KENTWOOD REAL ESTATE DTC, LLC

8042 Lakeshore Drive, Parker $699,950

The ultimate Pinery home!!! Directly across the street from the park and the Pinery lake with trails leading around the lake and to other designated open space trail path...

4 Beds
3 Baths
6095993 MLS
3,299 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Masters Millennium

21566 Omaha Avenue, Parker $540,000

Home is a place we carry in our hearts forever, The sites and smells, the sounds, and the irreplaceable feeling are so important in our lives. This home radiates the qui...

4 Beds
3 Baths
1640596 MLS
2,698 SqFt.

Courtesy of Colorado Home Realty

9850 E Parker Road, Parker $4,300,000

One of a kind! 41 Acres in the heart of Parker Colorado with high income potential! Country living at its finest, 3 mile drive to everything city living provides. Over ...

6 Beds
5 Baths
7944852 MLS
2,224 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Professionals

11161 Tamarron Drive, Parker $525,000

This Parker two-story cul-de-sac home offers a two-car garage.

4 Beds
4 Baths
5064771 MLS
2,084 SqFt.

Courtesy of Opendoor Brokerage LLC

17395 E Dewberry Drive, Parker $629,975

Natural light and space abound this 5 Bedroom, 4 Bath, 2-story home in the highly sought after Challenger Park neighborhood. The open concept kitchen, eat-in space and fa...

5 Beds
4 Baths
7385830 MLS
3,583 SqFt.

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices IRE Englewood

41839 Thunder Hill Road, Parker $675,000

Country living, mountain views, and beautiful updates! This 2-story home is ready to move in and features everything outside the city you could want, while conveniently l...

3 Beds
4 Baths
5166978 MLS
2,198 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart

16807 Trail View Circle, Parker $534,900

Come see this Bradbury Ranch 2 story delight with fantastic corner lot location! Close to everything - grocery store, movie theater, parks, rec center, I-25, the list go...

3 Beds
3 Baths
6642127 MLS
1,897 SqFt.

Courtesy of eXp Realty, LLC

10218 Bristleridge Street, Parker $679,000

Coming Soon! This beautiful home is currently occupied by tenants who will be moving out in early parts of May. Once the tenants are moved out, the home will be professio...

5 Beds
5 Baths
8370012 MLS
4,254 SqFt.

Courtesy of PMI Cedarboldt

14630 Crump Place, Parker $749,900

This Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Cul-De-Sac, Ranch Located in the Magnificent Heirloom Neighborhood of Parker Colorado Is Priced to Sell! Take In the Secluded Front Court...

3 Beds
3 Baths
8231048 MLS
2,643 SqFt.

Courtesy of Madison & Company Properties

16933 Molina Place, Parker $599,000

Location Location Location!! New pad and carpet New updates Light fixtures Comes with fully paid for Solar system with lifetime warranty Washer and dryer Window t...

4 Beds
3 Baths
2911058 MLS
2,354 SqFt.

Courtesy of Great Way Real Estate Properties LLC

21855 E Idyllwilde Drive, Parker $745,500

Fantastic location, Rare and Stunning WALK-OUT RANCH in the Estates At Idyllwilde, AWESOME MOUNTAIN VIEWs, Custom Upgrades Throughout, Beautiful Large Lot , Covered Deck ...

4 Beds
3 Baths
2725488 MLS
3,600 SqFt.

Courtesy of Keller Williams Action Realty LLC

10880 Endeavor Drive, Parker $849,000

One of a kind home! This almost new Richmond American home is only one of a few available in the highly sought after Overlook at Cherry Creek neighborhood. A beautifully ...

5 Beds
4 Baths
8394405 MLS
3,851 SqFt.

Courtesy of NextHome Elevate

13977 Scarlet Sage Street, Parker $649,500 ▲

Welcome to our Popular 2-story Holcombe plan that includes a walkout unfinished basement. This open floor plan comes with many upgrades and features. Kitchen includes gor...

4 Beds
3 Baths
4429050 MLS
2,440 SqFt.

Courtesy of D.R. Horton Realty, LLC

12083 Song Bird Hills Street, Parker image

12083 Song Bird Hills Street, Parker $725,000 ▼

This golf course community home is a dream come true and is ideally located within walking distance of elementary, middle school, high school and tennis courts. As you en...

5 Beds
5 Baths
3289666 MLS
4,400 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart

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