Alpine Shadows

Homes for sale in Alpine Shadows, Durango CO feature affordable mountain properties developed prior to subdivision regulations, offering diverse housing options on 1 to 5-acre lots with La Plata Mountain views and southern vistas toward New Mexico. This unique community showcases homes ranging from 240 to 3,018 square feet, allowing single-wides, double-wides, modulars, and stick-built homes with evident pride of ownership throughout the subdivision. Properties require individual wells, septic systems, and propane service with voluntary monthly HOA dues and gravel roads that are reasonably maintained though not to county standards. Located 17 minutes from downtown Durango with relatively steep road access requiring four-wheel drive in winter, Alpine Shadows attracts buyers seeking affordable mountain living among ponderosa pine, gamble oak, and meadow terrain while maintaining convenient access to outdoor recreation including Florida River fishing and proximity to Lemon and Vallecito reservoirs in this elevated setting.