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Hillcrest Estates Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Hillcrest Estates is a neighborhood located in Durango, Colorado, on the mesa behind Fort Lewis College at an elevation of approximately 6,984 feet. Developed in the early 1980s, the area consists primarily of single-family homes with a mix of architectural styles, along with a condominium complex and a small development with shared driveways. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.1 acres to larger parcels, and the neighborhood features paved streets lined with mature trees.

What to Expect

All streets in Hillcrest Estates are paved and include curbs, gutters, and sidewalks. The neighborhood is serviced by city water, city sewer, and natural gas. There is no HOA.

Lifestyle

Hillcrest Estates is located near Fort Lewis College and provides access to nearby amenities, shopping, and services within a short drive. The neighborhood allows for walking or biking access to the college.

You'll Love

  • Paved streets with curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
  • City water and sewer services
  • Natural gas availability
  • Mix of home styles and builders
  • Proximity to Fort Lewis College

    Location

    • 8 minutes to Downtown Durango
    • 23 minutes to La Plata County Airport
    • 11 minutes to Durango High School
    • 9 minutes to City Market
    • 34 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

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    Homes and Land

    Homes in Hillcrest Estates range from approximately 1,160 to 5,668 square feet. The neighborhood is primarily made up of single-family homes, with one condominium complex of approximately 20–30 units and a smaller development of about eight properties with shared driveways and some common walls. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.1 acres to larger parcels.

      Utilities

      • Water: City of Durango
      • Sewer: City of Durango
      • Gas: Atmos Energy
      • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      Recreation

      • Horse Gulch Trail Head
      • ABC Trail
      • Animas River Trail & Greenway
      • Animas Mountain East Trailhead
      • Overend Mountain Park Trailhead
      • 8 minutes to Animas River
      • 17 minutes to Lake Nighthorse
      • 23 minutes to Florida River

      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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