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Durango West I & II Neighborhoods, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Durango West I and Durango West II are residential subdivisions west of Durango. Both neighborhoods are positioned at higher elevation compared to town and include single-family homes on larger lots. The areas are characterized by residential development with access to internal roads, nearby trails, and shared community features depending on the subdivision.

What to Expect

Durango West I is governed by an HOA with annual dues, while Durango West II is managed by the Durango West Metropolitan District No. 2. Roads in Durango West II are public and maintained by the district, which also oversees water, sewer, snow removal, and common area maintenance. Trash service is not included in district fees and must be arranged independently.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Durango West I and II includes residential living west of town with access to trailheads and nearby outdoor areas. Residents use neighborhood roads for access, and common areas and greenbelts are available in portions of Durango West II.

You'll Love

  • Mountain views
  • Greenbelt areas in Durango West II
  • Community park space in Durango West II
  • Tennis court and basketball court in Durango West II
  • Small pond located in the center of Durango West II
  • Open walking areas and internal neighborhood roads

Location

Durango West I

  • Approximately 20 minutes to downtown Durango

  • Approximately 36 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 23 minutes to Durango High School

  • Approximately 20 minutes to City Market

  • Approximately 49 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

Durango West II

  • Approximately 11 minutes to downtown Durango

  • Approximately 28 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 14 minutes to Durango High School

  • Approximately 11 minutes to City Market

  • Approximately 41 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

Durango West I and II consist of single-family residential homes. In Durango West II, home sizes range from approximately 1,899 square feet to 5,950 square feet, with lot sizes ranging from approximately 4.9 acres to 15 acres. Specific home and lot size ranges for Durango West I are not provided.

    Utilities

    • Water: Durango West Metro District

    • Sewer: Durango West Metro District

    • Gas: Atmos Energy

    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      Durango West I

      • HOA dues are approximately $1,300 annually

      • Additional HOA inclusions not specified

      Durango West II

      • Governed by Durango West Metropolitan District No. 2

      • Monthly dues are approximately $160

      • Inclusions: water, sewer, snow removal, and road maintenance

      • Covenants and district regulations apply

        Recreation

        Durango West I

        • Animas River Trail & Greenway

        • Overend Mountain Park Trailhead

        • Horse Gulch Trailhead

        • Big Canyon Trailhead

        • Animas Mountain East Trailhead

        • Approximately 20 minutes to the Animas River

        • Approximately 26 minutes to Lake Nighthorse (via private roads)

        Durango West II

        • Overend Mountain Park Trailhead

        • ABC Trail

        • Animas River Trail & Greenway

        • Horse Gulch Trailhead

        • Animas Mountain East Trailhead

        • Smart 160 Trail

        • Approximately 11 minutes to the Animas River

        • Approximately 18 minutes to Lake Nighthorse (via private roads)

        • Approximately 27 minutes to the Florida River

          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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