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Animas View Estates

Animas View Estate

Homes for sale in Animas View Estate, Durango CO feature private properties perched on hillsides overlooking the meandering Animas River with spectacular 180-degree valley views and lush meadows. This scenic community showcases homes ranging from 1,742 to 3,564 square feet on large lots from 3.45 to 4.89 acres, offering private wells, septic systems, and propane service for self-sufficient country living. The estate provides annual HOA dues from $250 to $500 that may include fishing rights and road maintenance, with select properties featuring spring-fed ponds and river access. Located 29 minutes from downtown Durango yet close to the airport, Animas View Estate attracts buyers seeking affordable big river views with outdoor living amenities including raised garden beds, irrigation systems, and proximity to the Animas River Trail while maintaining the peaceful rural atmosphere of this elevated Rainbow Road setting.

Location

  • Proximity to Downtown Durango (Durangler's Fly Fishing Shop): 29 mins
  • Proximity to La Plata County Airport: 20 mins
  • Proximity to Durango High School: 29 mins
  • Closest Grocery Store (City Market): 28 mins
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Homes and Land

  • Home Sizes: 1,742 sq ft - 3,564 sq ft
  • Lot Sizes: 3.45 ac - 4.89 ac

Utilities

  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Gas Supplier: Propane
  • Electric Supplier: La Plata Electric Association

HOA Details

  • HOA Dues: $250 - $500 Annually
  • Services: Fishing Rights, Road Maintenance

Features

  • Elevation: 6,364.829 ft
  • Views: Valley, Stream/River
  • Livestock Allowed: No
  • Short-Term Rental: Yes

Recreation

  • Purgatory Ski Resort: 59 mins
  • Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hr 44 mins

Disclaimer:
All neighborhood information, including HOA details, fees, and community guidelines, is subject to change. HOA dues may increase over time, and other property-specific details may vary. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please contact our team directly.

Schools In The Area

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Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 Public 4-8
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Durango High School 970-259-1630 Public 9-12
Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 Public PK-5
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 Public PK-5
Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 Private PK-KG
Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 Private PK-5
St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8
Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 Public 4-8
Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 Public PK-5
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 Public 6-8
Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 Public PK-5
Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9
St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8
Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 Private PK-5
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 Public 4-8
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 Public 6-8
St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9
Durango High School 970-259-1630 Public 9-12
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Durango Big Picture High School 970-259-0203 Public 9-12
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9
Colorado Timberline Academy 970-247-5898 Private 9-12

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