Bow Mar & Bow Mar South
Bow Mar and Bow Mar South are among the Denver area's most unique residential communities. Together, they offer a rare combination of private lake living, natural beauty, and a close-knit neighborhood atmosphere centered around shared lakes, community traditions, and an exceptional outdoor lifestyle. Custom homes, generous homesites, mature trees, and quiet streets create a peaceful setting that feels remarkably removed from city life, while Downtown Littleton, Central Denver, and the foothills remain just minutes away.
Having called Bow Mar home for more than two decades, one of the things I appreciate most is the sense of community. Life here naturally brings people together—whether it's an evening paddle across the lake, arts and crafts at the beach, a tennis match with neighbors, an afternoon swim, or gathering for concerts and seasonal events.
One of my favorite memories of raising my family in Bow Mar was spending summer mornings at the pool for Bow Mar Sharks swim team practice, followed by Saturday swim meets. Families came together to host the events, neighbors cheered on the swimmers, and the children built lasting friendships while learning teamwork, sportsmanship, and the joy of being part of a close-knit community. Those are the moments that make Bow Mar feel like so much more than a neighborhood—it feels like home.
ABOUT BOW MAR & BOW MAR SOUTH
PRIVATE LAKE LIVING IN THE HEART OF THE FRONT RANGE
LAKE LIFE & COMMUNITY
Bow Mar was thoughtfully designed around its private lakes and the natural beauty of Marston Reservoir, creating opportunities that few neighborhoods in Colorado can offer. Residents enjoy sailing, boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, fishing, and lakeside gatherings throughout the warmer months.
As the seasons change, the traditions continue. The annual Turkey Bowl, pond hockey tournament, ice skating, Santa at the Beach, and neighborhood celebrations bring residents together year after year, creating a strong sense of belonging and a true community spirit.
Beyond the lakes, custom homes, expansive homesites, and beautifully landscaped streets encourage an active outdoor lifestyle. It's a place where children ride bikes, neighbors know one another, and spending time outdoors is simply part of everyday life.
HOMES & NEIGHBORHOODS
Bow Mar is known for its custom homes, generous homesites, and established character. Architectural styles range from timeless mid-century residences to beautifully renovated estates and thoughtfully designed custom homes, many positioned to capture lake views or enjoy exceptional privacy among mature trees.
For buyers seeking space, tranquility, and one of the Front Range's most distinctive residential communities, Bow Mar offers a lifestyle that is difficult to replicate elsewhere in the Denver metro area.
IMAGINE YOUR LIFE HERE
Bow Mar may feel like home if you're drawn to:
- Private lake living and a close-knit community
- Custom homes on generous homesites with mature trees
- Sailing, swimming, tennis, pickleball, and fishing just steps from home
- Quiet residential streets and a peaceful atmosphere
- Timeless homes with character and generous outdoor living spaces
- Easy access to Downtown Littleton, Central Denver, and the foothills
Outdoor Living & Recreation
Outdoor living in Bow Mar begins at the lake, where swimming, sailing, paddleboarding, kayaking, fishing and time at the beach shape the warmer months. Tennis, pickleball, walking and biking add to the active lifestyle, while winter can bring ice skating and pond hockey. Nearby Clement Park and the South Platte River and Mary Carter Greenway provide even more ways to get outside close to home.
Arts, Culture, Sports, & Community
Community traditions are a defining part of Bow Mar life. Summer mornings at Bow Mar Sharks swim practice and Saturday meets bring families together, while beach activities, the Turkey Bowl, pond hockey and holiday celebrations create connections across generations. Nearby Historic Downtown Littleton adds festivals, concerts and community events, while Denver's professional sports, performing arts and cultural attractions are close enough for an evening in the city.
Homes & Neighborhood Character
Bow Mar and Bow Mar South are known for custom homes, generous homesites, mature trees and quiet residential streets. Original mid-century homes sit alongside beautifully renovated properties and distinctive custom residences, creating a neighborhood that feels established rather than uniform. The lake, mature landscaping and spacious surroundings add to the sense of privacy and character that has long defined living here.
Schools & Education
Depending on the address, Bow Mar families have access to local public-school districts along with a broad selection of independent schools throughout the southwest and south Denver metro. Nearby options include Colorado Academy, with additional choices such as Kent Denver, St. Mary's Academy and Aspen Academy—giving families flexibility to explore the educational setting that best fits their children.
Dining, Shopping, & Local Favorites
Bow Mar is minutes from plenty of choices, from Southwest Plaza and the shops and restaurants along Wadsworth and Bowles to the locally owned restaurants, boutiques and lively atmosphere of Historic Downtown Littleton. And some favorites are even closer to home—like ordering Bow Mar Pizza and having it delivered to the beach on a summer evening, a simple tradition that feels distinctly Bow Mar.
Getting Around & Location
Bow Mar's location makes it easy to move between everyday life in Littleton, Downtown Denver and Colorado's outdoors. Wadsworth, Bowles and nearby major routes provide convenient connections throughout the southwest metro area, while Downtown Littleton and RTD light rail offer another option for heading into the city. To the west and south, the foothills, Chatfield and mountain routes expand the possibilities for weekend adventures.
Everyday Convenience
Bow Mar feels peaceful and residential, yet everyday necessities are close in nearly every direction. Shopping and dining along Wadsworth and Bowles, Southwest Plaza, healthcare, fitness and recreation are all nearby, with Clement Park adding extensive recreation just outside the neighborhood. A variety of active-adult and senior-living communities throughout the surrounding area also make it possible for different generations of a family to live near one another.
Safety & COMMUNITY
Bow Mar shares a local police department with neighboring Columbine Valley, providing dedicated law enforcement services to these two small communities. That local presence adds another layer of comfort for residents. Combined with Bow Mar's active neighborhood organizations, lake and beach activities, longstanding traditions and culture of neighbors knowing neighbors, it reinforces the close-knit character of the community.
Perfect for those drawn to private lake living, timeless custom homes, mature trees, and a close-knit community built around traditions and connection.
