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Florida River Estates Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Land

Florida River Estates is a residential subdivision in Durango, Colorado, originally developed in the early 1970s. The neighborhood includes a lower and upper portion with differing characteristics and sits at an elevation of approximately 7,218 feet. Properties vary in size, with lots ranging from approximately 0.75 acres to larger parcels, and home sizes spanning from smaller residences to larger custom homes.

What to Expect

Roads in Florida River Estates are county maintained, with a mix of gravel and paved sections depending on location. Central community water service is provided, billed separately, while sewer service is handled through individual septic systems. There is no natural gas service, and propane is used for gas needs. Some areas include river access and fishing easements. Four-wheel drive is commonly recommended during winter conditions.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Florida River Estates reflects a rural residential setting north of Durango, with access to outdoor areas and moderate drive times to town services.

You'll Love

  • Mix of river-adjacent and upland parcels

  • County-maintained roads

  • Community water service

Location

  • Approximately 18 minutes to downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel area)
  • Approximately 20 minutes to La Plata County Airport
  • Approximately 39 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
  • Approximately 1 hour 36 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort
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    Homes and Land

    Homes in Florida River Estates range from approximately 864 sq ft to 5,767 sq ft. Lot sizes vary, beginning around 0.75 acres, based on MLS data. The highest reported sold home price is $1.7M.

    Utilities

    • Water: Community well

    • Sewer: Septic system

    • Gas: Propane

    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

    HOA

    • HOA dues: $158 per month

    • Reported inclusion: Fishing rights

    HOA rules, services, and fees are subject to change and should be verified by buyers during due diligence.

    Recreation

    Nearby recreation includes:

    • Rim Trail

    • Powerline Trail

    • Lions Den

    • Over the Hill Outfitters

    • Fishing access near Pastorius Reservoir, the Animas River, and Lemon Reservoir

      Property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel information—including lot size, boundaries, and what a property backs up to—are available through the La Plata County Assessor.

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