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Castle Rock Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Castle Rock is a subdivision located near Purgatory Resort in the Durango, Colorado area. Developed around 2006–2007, the neighborhood consists of vacation-oriented homes and includes remaining lots available from the original developer. The setting is heavily forested with aspen trees and some spruce, and the subdivision sits at an elevation of approximately 8,914 feet. The western boundary borders national forest land.

What to Expect

All roads within Castle Rock are paved and maintained by the homeowners association. Properties are serviced by central water and central sewer. There is no natural gas service; propane is used instead. HOA dues include water, sewer, and road maintenance.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Castle Rock reflects its proximity to Purgatory Resort, located approximately five minutes away. The subdivision is accessed via Long Story Road.

You'll Love

  • Proximity to Purgatory Resort

  • Paved, HOA-maintained roads

  • Central water and sewer service

  • Aspen and spruce tree coverage

  • National forest boundary on the western edge

Location

  • Approximately 30 minutes to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel)

  • Approximately 49 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 5 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

  • Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Homes in Castle Rock were developed beginning in 2006–2007. Home sizes range from approximately 2,441 square feet to 6,441 square feet. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.23 acres to 2.098 acres. The highest recorded sale price is approximately $3.37M.

    Utilities

    • Water: Central water
    • Sewer: Central sewer
    • Gas: Propane
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      • Castle Rock has a homeowners association with annual dues of approximately $6,600.
      • HOA inclusions include water, sewer, and road maintenance.
      • Covenants and HOA regulations apply.

        Recreation

        Nearby trails include:

        • Elbert Creek Trail

        • Dutch Creek

        • Castle Rock Trail

        • Animas River Trail

        Nearby fishing access includes:

        • Columbine Lake (approximately 7 minutes)

        • Electra Lake (approximately 9 minutes)

        • Haviland Lake (approximately 10 minutes)

          The La Plata County Assessor provides access to property tax history, a tax estimator for future taxes, and parcel details such as lot size, boundaries, and adjoining properties.

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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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