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Animosa / Albrech Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Animosa / Albrech is a rural residential area located north of Durango at an elevation of approximately 6,607.6 feet. The neighborhood consists of large residential parcels ranging from about 3 acres to nearly 9 acres, with single-family homes set along Animosa Drive and Albrecht Lane. The area includes a mix of properties with private utilities and varying HOA arrangements.

What to Expect

Access to the neighborhood is provided via Animosa Drive. Some properties are part of a homeowners association with annual dues, while others report no HOA inclusions. HOA responsibilities, where applicable, may include road maintenance and snow removal. Properties rely on wells for water and septic systems for sewer.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Animosa / Albrech includes a rural setting within driving distance of Durango. Homes are spaced across large parcels, and the area provides access to nearby trails and water features as listed below.

You'll Love

  • Large acreage residential lots

  • Mountain views

  • Stream and river views on some properties

Location

  • Approximately 18 minutes to downtown Durango

  • Approximately 37 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 14 minutes to Durango High School

  • Approximately 17 minutes to City Market

  • Approximately 19 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

  • Approximately 1 hour 53 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Animosa / Albrech includes single-family homes on large acreage lots. Home sizes range from approximately 1,992 square feet to 6,068 square feet. Lot sizes range from approximately 3 acres to 8.9 acres.

    Utilities

    • Water: Private well
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Gas: Atmos Energy
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      HOA dues vary by property and are reported between approximately $1,000 and $1,250 annually. Some properties include HOA services such as snow removal and road maintenance, while others report no HOA inclusions. Covenants and HOA regulations may apply depending on the property.

        Recreation

        • Animas River Trail
        • Lions Den
        • Animas Mountain Loop
        • Animas Mountain Alternate Trail
        • Tank Verde
        • Upper Merve
        • Lupine
        • Jacob’s Cliff Trail
        • Junction Trail
        • Approximately 1 minute to Hermosa Creek
        • Approximately 12 minutes to the Animas River
        • Approximately 12 minutes to Shalona Lake
        • Approximately 13 minutes to Stratton Lake
        • Approximately 21 minutes to Chapman Lake
        • Approximately 27 minutes to Lake Durango
        • Approximately 28 minutes to Turner Lake
        • Approximately 29 minutes to Lake Nighthorse
        • Approximately 20 minutes to Bear Creek
        • Approximately 14 minutes to Elbert Creek

          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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