Forest Lakes Homes for Sale

About Forest Lakes

Forest Lakes has two lakes with different rules. The Forest Lakes Metropolitan District manages Bristlecone Lake primarily as water-storage infrastructure, and recreational use is permit-controlled. Piñon Lake is not open for recreation.

That makes the lake name on a map only a starting point. When a property is near either lake, use the listing and governing materials to identify the access and amenities tied to that address. Proximity alone does not establish recreational rights.

The metropolitan district handles water, wastewater, landscaping, parks, and trails in its service area. The Forest Lakes Residential Owners Association manages recreation permits for Bristlecone Lake and Waterfront Park.

Questions people ask about Forest Lakes homes for sale

How many homes are for sale in Forest Lakes right now?

The grid at the top of this page is the live MLS list: it updates the moment a home lists or closes, and the market stats under it show today's median price.

What ZIP code is Forest Lakes in?

80132, in Monument. The Monument page on this site lists every Monument ZIP with its count of homes for sale.

Can I buy in Forest Lakes with a low down payment?

Yes. Colorado down-payment assistance works at a 620 credit score, FHA takes 3.5 percent down, VA zero, and a seller credit covers closing costs. On the median Forest Lakes home that is $38,413 down at 3.5 percent. Can I afford a home now?

Does Forest Lakes have an HOA?

On some: 1 of 14 listings carry a fee (median $40 a month); 13 do not. Check the listing line, because the two sit side by side in Forest Lakes. More: HOA fees in Colorado, explained.

What does a Forest Lakes home cost per month?

It depends on the price, your down payment and today's rate. Put the price of the home you like into the Colorado mortgage calculator at kennarealestate.com/colorado-mortgage-calculator for the full monthly cost. More: Can I afford a home now?.

How big are the homes in Forest Lakes?

Sizes vary from home to home. Use the grid filters for square footage and bedrooms; the market stats under the grid show today's price per square foot.