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Sweetwater Springs Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Acreage

Sweetwater Springs is a residential subdivision located off Florida Road northeast of Durango, Colorado. Homes are situated at 7,858 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 7 to 40 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 1,130 to 5,553 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $1,540,000. The subdivision features rolling and hilly terrain with a mix of open meadows and pine trees. Some properties border public land.

What to Expect

Sweetwater Springs is accessed from Florida Road via County Road 245. Roads are gravel, with the county maintaining County Road 245 and the HOA maintaining interior roads. Homes rely on private wells, individual septic systems, and propane service. HOA dues are $400 annually as of May 2026 and include snow removal. Manufactured homes are not allowed, and there is no metro district.

Lifestyle

The subdivision offers a rural lifestyle with large acreage parcels, rolling meadows, and pine-covered hills. Owners commonly use interior roads for riding, and some properties bordering public land may provide additional recreation opportunities. Downtown Durango is approximately 28 minutes away, providing access to shopping, dining, schools, and other services.

You'll Love

Approximately 32 lots
Lot sizes generally 35–40 acres, with some as small as 7 acres
Elevation around 7,858 ft
Lots bordering public land
Mountain and valley views
Mandatory HOA with snow removal included
28 minutes to Downtown Durango

Location

28 minutes to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree area)
32 minutes to La Plata County Airport
28 minutes to Durango High School
27 minutes to City Market
50 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
1 hour 34 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort
52 minutes to nearest restaurant

Homes and Land

Sweetwater Springs features single-family homes on large acreage parcels. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 7 to 40 acres. Homes are situated across rolling and hilly terrain, with some properties positioned on ridges. Some parcels include fencing.

Utilities

Water: Well
Sewer: Septic
Gas: Atmos Energy
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

As of May 2026, HOA dues are at $400 annually. HOA services include snow removal. Manufactured homes are not allowed and no metro district is in place. HOA rules, covenants, and fees should be independently verified by buyers during due diligence.

Recreation

Nearby trails include:

Horse Gulch Trail Head
Smokejumper
Skyline Trail
Skyridge

Closest fishing access:

27 minutes to Animas River
20 minutes to Vallecito Reservoir
21 minutes to Lemon Reservoir

The La Plata County Assessor offers property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel details like lot size, boundaries, and surrounding 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.