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Los Ranchitos — Durango, CO

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Los Ranchitos is a residential subdivision located off Florida Road east of Durango, Colorado. Homes are situated at 8,091 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 2.84 to 10 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 1,344 to 5,272 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $1,300,000. 

What to Expect

Florida Road provides paved access to the subdivision, while interior roads are gravel and maintained by the HOA. HOA dues are $685 quarterly as of May 2026 and include irrigation, trash service, water, snow removal, and road maintenance. Homes are served by a central water system and individual septic systems, with engineered systems potentially required on some lots near the Florida River. Propane service is used in place of natural gas. Some lots adjoin National Forest, BLM land, or Colorado Trails Guest Ranch. Manufactured homes are not allowed.

Lifestyle

Los Ranchitos offers a rural lifestyle with acreage properties, mature pine trees, and access to the Florida River on select lots. Horses are allowed, and some properties include meadow or pasture areas suitable for equestrian use. Residents enjoy frequent wildlife sightings, including deer, elk, and bear, while remaining within driving distance of Durango and everyday services.

You'll Love

  • 74 lots
  • Lot sizes from 2.84 to 10 acres
  • Central water system
  • Horses allowed
  • Mountain and valley views, with some riverfront lots
  • Lots adjoining National Forest, BLM land, and Colorado Trails Guest Ranch
  • 27 minutes to Downtown Durango

    Location

    • 27 minutes to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree area)
    • 30 minutes to La Plata County Airport
    • 27 minutes to Durango High School
    • 24 minutes to City Market
    • 49 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
    • 1 hour 35 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort
    • 29 minutes to nearest restaurant

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    Homes and Land

    Los Ranchitos features single-family homes on acreage parcels. Lot sizes range from 2.84 to 10 acres. The subdivision includes a mix of Ponderosa pine, spruce trees, meadows, and pastureland. Homes near the river are generally larger than those across Florida Road.

      Utilities

      • Water: Central Water
      • Sewer: Septic
      • Gas: Mesa Propane, Inc.
      • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

        HOA

        As of May 2026, HOA dues are reported at $685 quarterly. HOA services include irrigation, trash service, water, snow removal, and road maintenance. HOA rules, covenants, and fees should be independently verified by buyers during due diligence.

        Recreation

        Nearby trails include:

        • Shearer Creek Trail #558

        • First Fork Trail #727

        • FS 071

        • Mud Springs

        • Missionary Ridge

        Closest fishing access:

        • 16 minutes to Lemon Reservoir

        • 11 minutes to Lemon Dam

        • 21 minutes to Vallecito Reservoir

        • 28 minutes to Pastorius Reservoir

        • 26 minutes to Animas River

        • 30 minutes to Los Pinos River

        • 26 minutes to Freeman Creek

        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.

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