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Durango Hills — Durango, CO

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Durango Hills is a residential subdivision east of Durango, Colorado, developed beginning in the early to mid-1970s. The neighborhood sits on hillside terrain in the San Juan Mountains at an elevation of approximately 7,999 feet. Parcels range from 1.6 to 12.8 acres, with a mix of older homes and newer construction set among pine, spruce, and aspen trees.

What to Expect

Roads throughout Durango Hills are gravel. A road maintenance district, funded through property taxes, provides maintenance for most developed roads, though some roads are not maintained. Four-wheel drive is required during winter due to steep access in parts of the subdivision. There is no central water or sewer service, and properties rely on individual wells and septic systems. Bottled propane is used for gas service.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Durango Hills reflects a rural, hillside setting east of town, with longer drive times and seasonal access considerations due to elevation and winter conditions.

You'll Love

  • Large residential parcels

  • Hillside terrain with forested surroundings

  • Mix of older and newer homes

Location

  • Approximately 21 minutes to downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel area)
  • Approximately 24 minutes to La Plata County Airport
  • Approximately 43 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
  • Approximately 1 hour 41 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Homes in Durango Hills range from approximately 798 sq ft to 5,022 sq ft. Lot sizes range from approximately 1.6 acres to 12.8 acres, based on MLS data. The highest reported sold home price is $1.4M.

    Utilities

    • Water: Private well

    • Sewer: Septic system

    • Gas: Propane (AmeriGas)

    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      Durango Hills does not have a traditional HOA. Road maintenance is managed through a road maintenance district funded by property taxes. Rules, responsibilities, and costs are subject to change.

        Recreation

        Nearby trails listed include:

        • Animas River Trail

        • Rim Trail

        Nearby fishing access includes Pastorius Reservoir and the Animas River, as listed in provided data.

          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.

          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
          Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
          Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 Private PK-KG Website
          Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 Private PK-5 Website
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8 Website
          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
          Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
          Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8 Website
          Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 Private PK-5 Website
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9 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
          St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8 Website
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9 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
          The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9 Website

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