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Castle Rock — Durango, CO

120 Long Story Rd, Durango, CO 81301. Click the pin for details.

Castle Rock is a subdivision located near Purgatory Resort in the Durango, Colorado area. Developed around 2006–2007, the neighborhood consists of vacation-oriented homes and includes remaining lots available from the original developer. The setting is heavily forested with aspen trees and some spruce, and the subdivision sits at an elevation of approximately 8,914 feet. The western boundary borders national forest land.

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What to Expect

All roads within Castle Rock are paved and maintained by the homeowners association. Properties are serviced by central water and central sewer. There is no natural gas service; propane is used instead. HOA dues include water, sewer, and road maintenance.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Castle Rock reflects its proximity to Purgatory Resort, located approximately five minutes away. The subdivision is accessed via Long Story Road.

You'll Love

  • Proximity to Purgatory Resort

  • Paved, HOA-maintained roads

  • Central water and sewer service

  • Aspen and spruce tree coverage

  • National forest boundary on the western edge

Location

  • Approximately 28 minutes to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel)

  • Approximately 49 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 5 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

  • Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Homes in Castle Rock were developed beginning in 2006–2007. Home sizes range from 2,441 square feet to 6,441 square feet. Lot sizes range from 0.23 acres to 2.098 acres. The subdivision requires a minimum home size of 2,000 square feet on cabin lots and 3,000 square feet on all other lots. Garage square footage does not count toward the minimum square footage requirement. As of May 2026, the highest recorded sale price is $1.649M.

    Utilities

    • Water: Central water
    • Sewer: Central sewer
    • Gas: Propane
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      • HOA dues are $6,600 annually as of May 2026.
      • HOA inclusions include water, sewer, and road maintenance.

        Recreation

        Nearby trails include:

        • Elbert Creek Trail

        • Dutch Creek

        • Castle Rock Trail

        • Animas River Trail

        Nearby fishing access includes:

        • Electra Lake (approximately 9 minutes)

        • Haviland Lake (approximately 10 minutes)

          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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          Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 public PK-5
          Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 public 4-8
          Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 public PK-5
          Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 public 6-8
          Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 public PK-5
          Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 public PK-5
          Durango High School 970-259-1630 public 9-12
          Animas High School 970-247-2474 public 9-12
          Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 public 6-12
          Durango Big Picture High School 970-259-0203 public 9-12
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 private 3-9 Website
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 private PK-8 Website
          Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 private PK-KG Website
          Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 private PK-5 Website
          Colorado Timberline Academy 970-247-5898 private 9-12 Website
          Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 public PK-5
          Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 public PK-5
          Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 public PK-5
          Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 public PK-5
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 private PK-8 Website
          Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 private PK-KG Website
          Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 private PK-5 Website
          Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 public PK-5
          Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 public 4-8
          Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 public PK-5
          Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 public PK-5
          Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 public PK-5
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 private 3-9 Website
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 private PK-8 Website
          Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 private PK-KG Website
          Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 private PK-5 Website
          Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 public 4-8
          Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 public 6-8
          Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 public 6-12
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 private 3-9 Website
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 private PK-8 Website
          Durango High School 970-259-1630 public 9-12
          Animas High School 970-247-2474 public 9-12
          Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 public 6-12
          Durango Big Picture High School 970-259-0203 public 9-12
          Colorado Timberline Academy 970-247-5898 private 9-12 Website

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