Bow Mar, CO

Bow Mar is a quiet lakeside community located about twenty minutes southwest of downtown Denver. Home to fewer than a thousand residents, the town took its name from nearby Bowles Lake and Marston Lake. Most neighborhoods feature mid-century ranch houses set on large, private lots, with residents gathering around the water during the summer for sailing, swimming, and neighborhood events.

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For prospective homebuyers, one important detail to note is that Bow Mar spans both Arapahoe and Jefferson counties. Your address dictates your school assignment, sending students to either Littleton Public Schools or Jefferson County Public Schools. It offers a rare mix of waterfront living and mountain views, making it a distinctive enclave in the southwest metro area.