With 16+ years of experience in the real estate industry and overseeing thousands of successful transactions, Steve is undoubtedly one of the top industry experts in Colorado. He is currently the Managing Broker/Owner of both The Thayer Group and Keller Williams Action Realty, one of the largest and most productive real estate brokerages in Castle Rock. Steve has developed an extensive and impressive understanding of real estate transactions, and is extremely proficient at bringing a deal from writing an offer to closing. He recently earned a Certificate in Negotiation Mastery from Harvard Business School Online to further improve and refine his negotiation skills. Steve is highly involved in the REALTORA(R) community, currently serving on the Board of Directors for the National Association of REALTORSA(R) (NAR). He has previously served as President of the Board of Directors for the Denver Metro Association of REALTORSA(R) and as Member of the of the Board of Directors for the Douglas Elbert REALTORA(R) Association. As a prominent and respected leader in the real estate industry, Steve has received numerous awards throughout his career, including Denver Metro Association of REALTORSA(R) REALTORA(R) of the Year (2021), Douglas Elbert REALTORA(R) Association REALTORA(R) of the Year (2015), and RE/MAX Southeast Rookie of the Year (2008). His business success has also earned Steve professional accolades, including 5280 Magazine Five Star Real Estate Agent (2013-present), Keller Williams Platinum Agent (2013, 2016-present), Keller Williams Quadruple Gold Agent (2015), and Keller Williams Triple Gold Agent (2014). Outside of real estate, Steve is also very passionate about community involvement, and currently serves or has previously served on many boards and commissions, including the Meadows Metro District 1 Board of Directors, Castle Rock Public Safety Commission, Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors (Chairman, 2007-2008), Castle Rock Parks & Recreation Commission, Castle Rock Liquor License Authority (Co-Chair, 2000-2001), and the DCS Montessori Educational Foundation Board of Directors. Steve and Susan have received multiple awards for their community involvement from the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, including Small Businessperson of the Year (2022), Volunteer of the Year (2017), and Citizen of the Year (Nominee, 2010). In his free time, Steve enjoys watching TV shows and sports, attending Denver Nuggets games with his family, crossword puzzles, and playing backgammon. Steve earned a M.Ed. in Sports Management from the University of Georgia and a B.A. Economics from the University of Connecticut.
OTHER LANGUAGES
English
Community Involvement
Board of Director for the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, President of the Meadows Metro District #1, Castle Rock Public Safety Commissioner, Board of Director for the National Association of REALTOR
HOBBIES/INTEREST
Sports, Poker, Spending time with family
FAMILY
I have the pleasure of working with my wife and one of my two sons in the real estate business!
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Credentials
LICENSE
Real Estate - Colorado - # ER.100023259
Designation
Real Estate Broker
Licensed Realtor
Certified Negotiation Expert
Top Producer
C2EX
At Home with Diversity
ABR (Accredited Buyers Representative)
Broker / Associate Broker
REALTOR
Specialties
Buyer's Agent
First Time Home Buyers
Investment Properties
Listing Agent
Luxury Specialist
Move-Up Buyers
New Construction
Probate & Trust Sales
Relocation
Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES)
Awards
2026
TOP AGENT
Castle Rock, CO
2026
TOP AGENT
Larkspur, CO
2026
TOP AGENT
Elbert, CO
Other Awards
2021 Denver Metro Assn of Realtors REALTOR OF THE YEAR
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What clients say about this agent....
Professional
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Outstanding
Trustworthy
Available Remotely
Great for new buyers
Hard working
Sold Quickly
Kjweber2425
Review for Member: Steve Thayer
April 1, 2026
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We had the most wonderful homebuying experience imaginable working with the Thayer Group. Steve and Susan (and Cooper!) were there for us every step of the way and honestly made it an enjoyable experience. I thought that buying a home would be the ultimate stress point, but it was actually FUN with these guys. We were buying from out of state, which could have made it more difficult but their communication and accessibility made it a breeze. They were extremely diligent from the start of the search, through the narrowing down of possibilities, all through the negotiations, inspections, and final paperwork. Most importantly though, they made us and our house search feel important in an industry where most realtors make you feel like a number in the bottom line of their yearly volume. We have no way of ever thanking the Thayer Group enough for all they did for us. We landed in the perfect home and are so happy.
Bree S.
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September 9, 2025
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We had an amazing experience working with Steve Thayer. After a frustrating situation with a previous realtor, we were nervous about starting the process again, but Steve immediately put us at ease. He was knowledgeable, professional, and extremely familiar with the Castle Rock market. Steve always answered the phone when we called, kept us informed every step of the way, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you want to sell a house in Castle Rock, hes the best. We truly felt like we were in good hands from start to finish and couldnt have asked for a better realtor.
We had an amazing experience working with Steve Thayer. After a frustrating situation with a previous realtor, we were nervous about starting the process again, but Steve immediately put us at ease. He was knowledgeable, professional, and extremely familiar with the Castle Rock market. Steve always answered the phone when we called, kept us informed every step of the way, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. If you want to sell a house in Castle Rock, hes the best. We truly felt like we were in good hands from start to finish and couldnt have asked for a better realtor.
Zuser20140611170314855
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July 2, 2015
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Exemplary professional skills. Steve and his associate Julie helped make this transition as smooth as possible. Only one glitch right at closing, but had nothing to do with the Thayer Group. We love our house and the neighborhood as highly recommended by Steve. The Thayer Group answered all question expeditiously and helped us get this beautiful home.
User5496101
Review for Member: Steve Thayer
May 20, 2015
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Moving from the Chicago area, finding Steve was a blessing for our family; his knowledge of the greater Denver area and expertise withing Douglas County was unmatched. If you looking for a friendly, professional and trushworthy realtor who will help you avoid potential pitfalls - then look no further than Steve Thayer.
Dhalden7
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April 27, 2015
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Steve was fabulous to work with during the sale of my home. I am out of state and had to rely on Steve to do much more than he would normally do for a local client and he didnt let me down. I cannot recommend him more highly!
User9580175
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June 20, 2013
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Working with Steve was easy. He was responsive to our questions and concerns. This was a new home through Lokal Homes. He still follows up with after the sale. And he was the sellers agent! Great experience.
Robert H.
Review for Member: Steve Thayer
February 18, 2013
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Steve did an amazing job helping my wife and I buy our first home in Castle Rock. He is professional, personable, and easy to get in touch with, and he has gone the extra mile for us both before and after the sale. He went out of his way to meet with us on a Sunday for our first introduction, and he was our sole point of contact throughout the whole process -- unlike other agents we met with, Steve didnt hand us off to another staff member after the first call.We had a good idea of what we wanted in a home when we first met with Steve, but he helped us refine that list and found a wonderful home for us that hit everything on our checklist, was in our ideal neighborhood and was a perfect fit for our budget. He worked with us on a Sunday night to determine our offer and get it in quickly, which was a big factor in us beating a competitive bid that came in the next day. During the contract/closing process, Steve was very helpful and responsive and did a great job of navigating the few contractual hiccups that came up along the way. As a first-time homebuyer, it was comforting that I knew I could trust him to get the job done correctly and on time.Steve also referred us to a mortgage broker and an interior decorator, both of whom did a wonderful job for us. His deep connections in the Castle Rock business community and willingness to help out make him a valuable resource far beyond buying or selling a home. Highly recommended!
Victoria H.
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February 18, 2013
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Steve was a pleasure to work with. He quickly figured out the kind of home we were interested in and was able to show us relevant properties. The time we spent touring homes was enjoyable and efficient. He gave us great advice on neighborhoods, got us a fabulous price on the home we bought and made the process very smooth. From our first meeting through closing Steve was responsive and professional. I highly recommend him.
User9282239
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February 14, 2013
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We found Steve Thayer through an online search for short sale specialists. Even though this was something we did not want to experience, Steve was enthusiastic, helpful, and understanding throughout the whole process; even moreso than we were to be honest. He made it very easy and virtually painless for us. We were not able to be physically present as everything was handled long distance. Steve made sure that he accomodated us no matter what. Whether youre buying or selling your home, I highly recommend Steve Thayer as your agent. If we ever buy again in the Douglas County/Denver area, Steve is our man!
Kmelons
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February 11, 2011
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We had a great experience with Steve. Our house sold quickly and we were into our new home within no time!
John S.
Review for Member: Steve Thayer
February 10, 2011
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Steve is a fantastic Realtor with, not only great knowledge of the market, but he possesses the drive and determination that helped us find the perfect home for our family. We highly recommend him.
Barronator
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February 10, 2011
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Outside of Steve being a NY Giants fan, he is a great guy. In reality, he has become a great friend. If you plan on buying or selling a home in Douglas County, I would highly recommend Steve Thayer. His committment and resolve will impress you every step of the process.
BLS2
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December 14, 2010
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Steve is one of the most knowledgeable agents Ive had the pleasure of working with. He not only met my needs, but anticipated them as well. I enjoyed working with him and would certainly work with him in the future. He goes above and beyond the scope of his duties to ensure the client is satisfied!! Great job.