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

21902 Whirlaway Avenue, Parker $460,000

Come See This Gorgeous 2 Story Home Located In A Prime Parker Location * This Home Offers 4 Bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms * A Comfortable Layout + Vaulted Ceilings * Kitchen Ope...

4 Beds
3 Baths
8164366 MLS
2,201 SqFt.

Courtesy of Perry & Co. Realtors Cherry Creek Main

5586 Pinto Valley Street, Parker $641,243

***THIS LOCATION IS OPEN FOR IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS.*** Looking for a ranch-style floor plan? Put the Arlington at the top of your list! This smartly designed...

3 Beds
2 Baths
7526617 MLS
1,887 SqFt.

Courtesy of Richmond Realty Inc

9765 Sunridge Court, Parker — Berkeley Homes At The Timbers $1,098,311 ▲

This gorgeous home has a dramatic entry with 15' ceilings that draw you into the home. The great room features a huge gla ss slideaway door that looks out onto the deck a...

4 Beds
4 Baths
5446326 MLS
3,940 SqFt.

Courtesy of CHERYL SCHUETTE & ASSOCIATES

11303 Latigo Lane, Parker $449,900

Beautiful home located in the heart of Parker, just a short walk to charming Mainstreet. A unique feature of this home is a bright finished walkout basement, one of the f...

4 Beds
4 Baths
2785161 MLS
2,403 SqFt.

Courtesy of THE RESOURCE GROUP LLC

14664 Crouch Place, Parker $825,000

This gorgeous home is perfectly situated on a corner lot and boasts five spacious bedrooms, an office and bonus hearth room. As you enter from the covered front porch yo...

5 Beds
5 Baths
3635276 MLS
4,955 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart Realty Group

22345 Eagle Run Lane, Parker $599,000

This 5 bedroom, 4 bath home located in the heart of Canterberry Crossing backs to gorgeous open space and trails! The open floor plan has soaring vaulted ceilings and ple...

5 Beds
4 Baths
9751953 MLS
3,375 SqFt.

Courtesy of Brokers Guild Homes

22231 E Idyllwilde Drive, Parker $849,750

Welcome to YOUR Colorado Dream Home! This 4 bed/5 bath home w/finished basement AND a grand 4 car garage is nothing less than exquisite! Come into your Chef's kitchen tha...

4 Beds
5 Baths
5247896 MLS
5,631 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Professionals

5119 Serene View Way, Parker $1,380,000

Dramatic entry from the covered front porch will start your tour into this stunning Timbers home. As you enter the foyer you'll be greeted with a welcoming 2S entry, ston...

5 Beds
6 Baths
3964842 MLS
6,209 SqFt.

Courtesy of HOMESMITH REAL ESTATE

41772 Madrid Drive, Parker $615,000

This lovingly renovated farm house is ready for you! Situated on 5.58 acres, close enough in to stores and far enough to give you space, this property has SO much to offe...

4 Beds
3 Baths
6131618 MLS
2,397 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart

9250 Morning Star Place, Parker $599,000

The Pinery at it's Finest!! This Updated Home has an Amazing Lot that is on a Cul de sac. There are over 4000 Square Feet to Enjoy. It's all Been Well Cared for and Upgr...

4 Beds
4 Baths
9226275 MLS
3,921 SqFt.

Courtesy of 8z Real Estate

5613 Raintree Drive, Parker $1,395,000

Truly a sophisticated showpiece - the location, design and finishes are unrivaled! Courtyard's stone fireplace and decorative lights offer a pleasing welcome and a beauti...

4 Beds
5 Baths
3502537 MLS
5,210 SqFt.

Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

8746 Sunridge Hollow Road, Parker $575,000

The Essence of Colorado is calling! Why settle for high-end tract housing on postage-stamp lots? THE PINERY, A GOLF-COURSE AND COUNTRY CLUB COMMUNITY, now more than ever ...

4 Beds
3 Baths
5721320 MLS
2,910 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart Realty

11120 Tamarron Place, Parker $475,000

Beautiful four level home with mountain views on the end of a cul-de-sac! New "Lifeproof Luxury Vinyl" flooring throughout the main level newer paint throughout newer app...

4 Beds
3 Baths
3600713 MLS
2,460 SqFt.

Courtesy of HomeSmart

9497 Sara Gulch Circle, Parker $1,545,000

Welcome to where life matters- Home! This home is set on a little over 1.5 acres in the wide open spaces of Spirit Ridge. With scenic views of the Rocky Mountains from th...

4 Beds
7 Baths
9251416 MLS
6,892 SqFt.

Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

15055 Pepper Pike Place, Parker $716,268 ▲

**THIS LOCATION IS OPEN FOR IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS.*** An inviting open layout welcomes guests to this lovely new home, showcasing a great room, a dining room...

4 Beds
3 Baths
4274653 MLS
3,091 SqFt.

Courtesy of Richmond Realty Inc

12727 Buffington Trail, Parker $509,990

BRAND NEW 2- STORY HOME! Projected for completion early 2021. This beautiful home backs to open space comes with a spacious basement and expanded Kitchen. The Kitchen wil...

3 Beds
3 Baths
8800045 MLS
1,991 SqFt.

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential 44

11458 Hilltop Road, Parker $1,495,000 ▼

Income producing, Must see to believe! Exceptional country property zoned AG. Located in Douglas County on perfectly manicured 35 acres with uncompromised views of the Fr...

2 Beds
2 Baths
7236258 MLS
1,944 SqFt.

Courtesy of GREATWEST REAL ESTATE COMPANY

12711 Buffington Trail, Parker $698,990

Beautiful 2 story new home! Backs to open space! garden level basement! This home features 5 bedrooms with one of them located on the main level. This home also featur...

5 Beds
5 Baths
7962161 MLS
3,423 SqFt.

Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Residential 44

11894 Hitching Post Trail, Parker $675,000

Spacious home in Bradbury Hills. Lots of space to utilize and grow into. There is over 4000 square foot of space for you to enjoy. The Owner's bedroom is huge with a 5 pi...

6 Beds
4 Baths
7894967 MLS
4,199 SqFt.

Courtesy of Keller Williams Action Realty LLC

11625 Colony Loop, Parker $605,000

Great home with Dual Master Suites. Main floor study could be used as a fifth bedroom, it has a closet as well as a private entrance to full bath. Bright open kitchen tha...

5 Beds
4 Baths
6865420 MLS
3,971 SqFt.

Courtesy of RE/MAX Masters Millennium

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