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Alpine Shadows Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes

Alpine Shadows is a residential subdivision located in the Durango area of Colorado. Homes are situated at 6,985 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 1.03 to 5.48 acres. The neighborhood features a mix of Ponderosa pine, Gamble Oak, and meadow landscapes, with mountain views from some properties. Developed prior to subdivision regulations, the area does not have central water or sewer services. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 240 to 3,018 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $605,000.

What to Expect

Properties utilize private wells, septic systems, and propane service. Electric service is provided by La Plata Electric Association. Roads within the subdivision are gravel, and four-wheel drive is recommended during winter conditions due to the steep access road. There is no HOA, and short-term rentals are not allowed. The neighborhood includes a mix of single-wide, double-wide, modular, and stick-built homes.

Lifestyle

The neighborhood is approximately 17 minutes from Downtown Durango, 15 minutes from La Plata County Airport, and 46 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort. Durango High School is approximately 20 minutes away, and City Market is about 17 minutes from the subdivision. The closest restaurant is approximately 18 minutes away.

You'll Love

Lot sizes from 1.03 to 5.48 acres
Individual wells and septic systems
Voluntary monthly HOA dues
Mixed home types allowed
Mountain views on some properties
15–17 minutes to Downtown Durango

Location

17 minutes to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel area)
15 minutes to La Plata County Airport
20 minutes to Durango High School
17 minutes to City Market
46 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

Homes and Land

Alpine Shadows features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 240 to 3,018 square feet as of May 2026. The highest recorded sale price is $575,000. Lot sizes range from 1.03 to 5.48 acres. Homes are located on larger acreage parcels throughout the subdivision.

Utilities

Water: Well
Sewer: Septic
Gas: Propane
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

HOA dues are $45 monthly as of May 2026. HOA inclusions include trash service, snow removal, and road maintenance. Buyers should review governing documents to verify current rules, restrictions, and fees.

Recreation

Nearby recreation includes:

Smart 160 Trail
Eagle Park
Gosney Park
Horse Gulch Trail Head
Skyline Trailhead

Fishing access:

12 minutes to the Florida River
17 minutes to the Animas River
24 minutes to Lake Nighthorse (via private roads)
28 minutes to Lemon Reservoir
35 minutes to Vallecito 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.