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$121,000 Hot Deal Move-In Ready
From $798,990 $919,990
4 Br | 3.5 Ba | 3 Gr | 3,249 sq ft
5723 Farrier Point. Castle Rock, CO 80104
Taylor Morrison
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Market Snapshot
Douglas County, Colorado, is considered one of the best counties in the state to purchase a home, and it is known for its many move-in-ready homes. Douglas County is located just to the south of Denver and often ranks as the best county to live in overall in Colorado and the best place for families. Douglas County boasts some of the country’s best public schools, a strong jobs market, many affordable housing opportunities, diversity, and great weather. Its proximity to the Denver metro region makes it highly desirable for young professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to the county’s easy access to the many wilderness areas of the Pike National Forest.
Move-in ready houses in Douglas County, Colorado
Throughout Douglas County, affordable spec homes come in different sizes and styles from some of the Denver area’s most respected builders. Some of the Colorado area builders dominating the market here include Nationally-recognized builders like Richmond American Homes and Lennar. In Douglas County, you’ll find stunning open floor plans perfect for gathering with loved ones. Spec homes for sale in Douglas County feature 1 to 8 bedrooms, and 1,058 to 6,475 square feet. Many of these move-in-ready homes represent an affordable alternative to traditional custom-built homes, especially for first-time homebuyers.
Spec homes for sale in Castle Rock
Throughout Douglas County, 31 builders are offering 432 quick move-in homes for sale. Quick move-in homes in Douglas County range in price from $389,995 to $2,499,000. Click here to explore more homes ready now across Denver.
What is an Spec Home?
Douglas County builders often build homes in anticipation of market demand or as a general course of business. It allows them help relocation buyers, others who just are not willing to wait a new build house, or buyers who are not thrilled about picking all of the options. A Spec Home is builder jargon for a speculative home or an inventory home. These new construction homes include the most popular features and finishes, so people who can’t wait on the construction process, but still want to invest in a newly built house, can still make their dream home a reality.
Move-in ready homes or spec's are usually completed new construction homes, but may also be nearing completion and will be ready soon. If it is early enough in the new build process, you will be able to pick from an array of options and upgrades and still get your home sooner than if you were building from a house plan.
There are many considerations when deciding whether to buy a home that is ready now. Sometimes, these move-in ready homes can be more affordable. Spec homes can be lower cost due to better construction crew utilization, more efficient planning, and other reasons. Since the builder often has lower costs on a spec home, they can pass some of the savings on to the buyer. Michelle Lerner shares some reasons Why you might consider a move-in-ready ‘Spec’ House in Douglas County.
Overview: Douglas County Communities with Move-in Ready Homes
Below, you'll find a summary of communities in Douglas County with Homes Ready Now.
| Market Name | Douglas County |
| State Name | Colorado |
| Communities | 99 |
| Floorplans Options | 446 |
| Move-in Ready Homes | 432 |
| Average Price | $815,860 |
| Starting Price | $389,995 |