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Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 · Douglas County

Backcountry Homes for Sale in Highlands Ranch, CO

Single-family & patio homes built 2008 – present, typically $900,000 – $2,500,000+. Get the local view on Backcountry from a Realtor® who works Highlands Ranch every week.

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  • $900,000 – $2,500,000+Typical price range (2025)
  • Single-family & patio homesHome types
  • 2008 – presentBuilt
  • 80126Zip code

About Backcountry

Backcountry is the newest and most sought-after neighborhood in Highlands Ranch. Built by Shea Homes on the southern edge of the community, it borders the 8,200-acre Backcountry Wilderness Area and offers direct trail access, mountain views and a private residents' club, the Sundial House, with a pool, fitness center, amphitheater and restaurant.

Homes range from low-maintenance patio homes to large custom-style estates on view lots. Many properties back to open space and were designed with energy-efficient features and modern floor plans that are rare elsewhere in Highlands Ranch.

Backcountry highlights

  • Sundial House private clubhouse with pool and fitness center
  • Direct access to Backcountry Wilderness Area trails
  • Mountain and city views from many lots
  • Gated entrances and quiet, low-traffic streets

Schools near Backcountry

Douglas County School District — Stone Mountain Elementary, Ranch View Middle, ThunderRidge High (verify by address). Boundaries change; Vlad will confirm the assigned schools for any specific address.

Buying or selling in Backcountry

Because Backcountry homes vary in updates and lot position, a neighborhood-level comparable analysis matters more than an online estimate. Vlad Kost tracks every Backcountry sale and can tell you what a specific floor plan is worth today, which streets carry a premium and how to position an offer or a listing.

Own a home in Backcountry? Request a free Backcountry home valuation with recent neighborhood comps.

Frequently asked questions

How much are homes in Backcountry, Highlands Ranch?

Homes in Backcountry typically sell for $900,000 – $2,500,000+ as of 2025, depending on size, updates and lot. Contact Vlad Kost for a current list of active and recently sold homes in Backcountry.

What types of homes are in Backcountry?

Backcountry consists mainly of single-family & patio homes built 2008 – present, located in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, zip code 80126.

What schools serve Backcountry?

Douglas County School District — Stone Mountain Elementary, Ranch View Middle, ThunderRidge High (verify by address).

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