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El Rancho Florida Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Land

El Rancho Florida is a residential subdivision in La Plata County, Colorado, located southeast of Durango near the Florida River at an elevation of approximately 6,827 feet. Development began in the 1970s and has occurred in multiple phases. Parcels generally range from 3 to 5 acres, and the area features rolling terrain with gravel roads maintained by the homeowners association. Portions of the subdivision include common areas near the Florida River.

What to Expect

Access is provided via Ranchos Florida Drive, with gravel roads throughout the subdivision. Roads are maintained by the HOA, including snow removal in winter. The area is within an oil and gas zone, which may require additional due diligence related to subsurface rights and water wells. Central water service is provided by the El Rancho Florida Metropolitan District, while sewer service is by septic systems.

Lifestyle

Daily life in El Rancho Florida reflects a rural setting with moderate drive times to Durango and nearby services, along with shared use of common areas managed by the metro district.

You'll Love

Large residential lots
Central water provided by a metropolitan district
HOA-maintained gravel roads and snow removal

Location

Approximately 20 minutes to downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel area)
Approximately 10 minutes to La Plata County Airport
Approximately 49 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

Homes and Land

Homes range from approximately 1,365 sq ft to 3,176 sq ft. Lot sizes generally range from 3 to 5 acres, based on MLS data. The highest reported sold home price is $775,000.

Utilities

Water: El Rancho Florida Metropolitan District (central water)
Sewer: Septic system
Gas: None
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

HOA dues: $140 per month
Reported inclusions: Water, snow removal, road maintenance

HOA rules, services, and fees are subject to change and should be verified by buyers during due diligence.

Recreation

Nearby recreation includes:

Horse Gulch Trailhead
Stacy’s Loop
Fishing access near Pastorius Reservoir and the Animas River

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.