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Florida River Estates

Florida River Estates

Homes for sale in Florida River Estates, Durango CO feature properties in a peaceful neighborhood developed in the early 1970s with two distinct characteristics offering the Florida River running through the lower portion and ponderosa pine-covered upper areas. This charming community showcases homes ranging from 864 to 5,767 square feet on lots from 0.75 acres with beautiful architecture and abundant wildlife in a clean, family-friendly atmosphere. The subdivision provides community well water, septic systems, and fishing easements along the Florida River plus two man-made stocked ponds for owners and guests, with monthly HOA dues of $158 covering fishing rights. Located 18 minutes from downtown with county-maintained gravel and paved roads, some lots allowing horses, and deciduous trees along the river transitioning to open grassy areas, Florida River Estates attracts buyers seeking affordable riverfront living with varying home styles and sizes while maintaining the peaceful charm and natural beauty of this elevated setting requiring four-wheel drive in winter conditions.

Location

  • Proximity to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel): 18 mins
  • Proximity to La Plata County Airport: 20 mins
  • Proximity to Durango High School: 18 mins
  • Closest Grocery Store (City Market): 17 mins
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Homes and Land

  • Home Sizes: 864 sq ft – 5,767 sq ft
  • Lot Sizes: 0.75 ac – 4.86 ac

Utilities

  • Elevation: 7,218 ft
  • Livestock Allowed: No
  • Views: Stream/River
  • Short Term Rental: Subject County Guidelines

HOA Details

  • Dues: $158 Monthly
  • Services: Fishing Rights

Features

  • Elevation: 7,218 ft
  • Livestock Allowed: No
  • Views: Stream/River
  • Short Term Rental: Subject County Guidelines

Recreation

  • Purgatory Ski Resort: 39 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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