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

9039 Rambling Oak Place, Parker $919,900

Truly one of the most breathtaking custom built homes in the Timbers; the Pinery's pocket of exclusive designer homes, a few miles South of downtown Parker, tucked away i...

7 Beds
5 Baths
5298032 MLS
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Courtesy of Compass - Denver

12715 Red Rosa Circle, Parker $434,990

Corner lot, 3 bedrooms, loft, 2.5 baths, full unfinished basement, white cabinets, granite counter tops, laminate wood floors in main level, upgraded carpet.

3 Beds
3 Baths
1902753 MLS
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Courtesy of MB TEAM LASSEN

42055 Madrid Drive, Parker $489,000

Affordable country living! Completely fenced 5 acres for all your animals and horses*Large 50x40 barn with water and electric plus chicken coop and loafing shed*Recently ...

4 Beds
2 Baths
5662474 MLS
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Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

15818 Red Bud Drive, Parker $639,800

!!READY FEBRUARY!! Luxuriously upgraded new home you've been searching for. 4 bed 3 bath plus lost & study/den backing to open space. The main floor of this home has a ve...

4 Beds
3 Baths
7946784 MLS
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Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

15896 Red Bud Drive, Parker $566,820

!!READY FEB 2020!!Amazing Central Parker Location, Spacious, and Functional Floorplan Full of High End Finishes! The main floor of this BRAND NEW home features an open co...

4 Beds
4 Baths
8159330 MLS
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Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

15902 Red Bud Drive, Parker $563,800

!!READY FEBRUARY!! The Davenport, a spacious single-family home provides 4 upper level bedrooms, a loft and a main floor study. Extended hardwood flooring thru the open-c...

4 Beds
3 Baths
4569454 MLS
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Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

8800 Ginkgo Loop, Parker $549,900

!!READY DECEMBER!! The Arabella is a new home that’s a perfect fit for families. 3613 Total square feet. 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths with Extended Hardwood Flooring & Full walkout...

3 Beds
2 Baths
1643899 MLS
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Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER RESIDENTIAL 24

6739 Longpark Drive, Parker $440,000

Fronts to greenbelt. Covered front patio w/dry-stack stone exterior, 9’ ceilings on main level, Transom window at front entry. Kitchen includes eat in breakfast bar (expa...

4 Beds
3 Baths
9592847 MLS
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Courtesy of D.R. Horton Realty, LLC

23058 East River Chase Way, Parker image

23058 East River Chase Way, Parker $474,900

Beautiful Home in The Highly Desired Canterberry Crossing Neighborhood! This 5 Bedroom 3 bathroom Home Features An Open Floor plan That Is Perfect For Entertaining. Immed...

5 Beds
3 Baths
1637951 MLS
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Courtesy of Your Castle Real Estate Inc

20228 Willowbend Lane, Parker $420,000

Best deal under $450k in Parker! ***Windows replaced throughout ***Hardwood flooring first floor ***Cabinets refinished with new hardware ***Granite counter tops (ki...

3 Beds
3 Baths
9135350 MLS
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Courtesy of Resident Realty South Metro

10701 Milliken Street, Parker $489,900

Great for entertaining: open kitchen & living room with sliding doors to the outdoor patio and large dining room. Maintenance free beautiful floors. High-grade premium vi...

4 Beds
3 Baths
3236062 MLS
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Courtesy of ROCKY MOUNTAIN REAL ESTATE INC

15649 East Pine Drop Avenue, Parker image

15649 East Pine Drop Avenue, Parker $550,000

Gorgeous home nicely updated with pride of ownership! Cute front porch, south facing drive with new concrete. Main floor study flooded with natural light; farmhouse pow...

5 Beds
4 Baths
6713623 MLS
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Courtesy of Keller Williams Executives

7554 Cistena Way, Parker $824,900

Stunning Two Story now available in coveted Timbers at the Pinery! Truly elegant Colorado living! Large half acre lot in cul-de-sac! Unbelievably spacious kitchen with a ...

5 Beds
5 Baths
9124892 MLS
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Courtesy of Colorado Realty Partners

12236 South Great Plain Way, Parker image

12236 South Great Plain Way, Parker $589,000

WOW! 6 beds & 4 Baths! Fabulous finished walk-out basement! Over 4300 finished sq ft! Amazing finished walk-out basement w/ bed, bath, custom bar, billiard area, 2nd fami...

6 Beds
4 Baths
6081086 MLS
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Courtesy of Key Real Estate Group LLC

10255 Travertine Place, Parker $434,900

Great stately 2 story property in the established Stonegate Village neighborhood! New carpet, new kitchen, new flooring! Great sized lot and yard with patio leading to ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
8019549 MLS
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Courtesy of MB METRO BROKERS REALTY OASIS

16105 Rock Crystal Drive, Parker $517,000

Unbelievable open space and some mountain views from the trex deck and 2nd story-very rare to have a view like this-4 bedroom-4 bath home with a large loft -elementary an...

4 Beds
4 Baths
3808869 MLS
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Courtesy of COLORADO PROPERTIES

11439 Brownstone Drive, Parker $410,000

Beautifully updated home located on a quiet tree lined street in Parker North. You'll love the updates that have been completed throughout the home including new carpetin...

4 Beds
3 Baths
9281241 MLS
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Courtesy of Redfin Corporation

14862 Studebaker Place, Parker — Heirloom $585,000

Professional pics coming soon! Check out this gorgeous 2-Story home with covered front porch. This beautifully updated 3 bed + 3 baths situated on a cul de sac is a must ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
5831542 MLS
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Courtesy of Realty One Group Premier

17960 Domingo Drive, Parker $525,000

This Parker two-story offers hardwood flooring, a fireplace, stainless steel appliances, a kitchen pantry, a walk-in closet in the master suite, and a three-car garage.

4 Beds
4 Baths
2316287 MLS
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Courtesy of Opendoor Brokerage LLC

9359 Hidden Pines Court, Parker $1,750,000

One Of The Finest Custom Home In The Timbers. The Home Is Situated On A 1.05 Acre Lot With A Cascading Waterfall & Wrap-Around Decks. It Has 5 Bedrooms & 8 Baths. Main Fl...

5 Beds
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2596466 MLS
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Courtesy of RE/MAX ALLIANCE

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