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Farraday Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Land

Farraday is a rural neighborhood located south of Durango in southeast La Plata County, Colorado. Homes sit at 6,945 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 4.6 to 9.4 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 1,902 to 3,498 square feet, with the highest reported sale price of $799,000. The neighborhood features rolling terrain with piñon, juniper, and Ponderosa pine trees and includes a mix of stick-built and modular homes.

What to Expect

Farraday properties are accessed by gravel roads maintained by the homeowners association. As of May 2026, HOA dues are $55 monthly and include snow removal and road maintenance. Properties use private wells for water, individual septic systems, and propane for gas service. School bus service is available at the entrance to nearby Sundance Hills along County Road 510. The subdivision is located within an oil and gas area where additional due diligence regarding potential well sites and water wells is recommended.

Lifestyle

Farraday offers a rural residential setting south of Durango with convenient access to nearby services. Downtown Durango is 20 minutes away, La Plata County Airport is 13 minutes away, and Durango High School is a 23-minute drive. The neighborhood features larger acreage properties with access to adjoining public lands, and wildlife such as deer, elk, turkey, and fox are commonly seen in the area.

You'll Love

  • Larger residential parcels ranging from 4.6 to 9.4 acres
  • Rolling terrain with Piñon, Juniper, and some Ponderosa pine trees
  • Homes include both stick-built construction and modular homes
  • Portions of the subdivision adjoin public lands
  • HOA-maintained gravel roads
  • Mountain and valley views depending on the lot

    Location

    • Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel): about 20 minutes
    • La Plata County Airport: about 13 minutes
    • Durango High School: about 23 minutes
    • City Market: about 20 minutes
    • Purgatory Ski Resort: about 48 minutes
    • Wolf Creek Ski Resort: about 1 hour 29 minutes
    • Closest restaurant: about 22 minutes
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    Homes and Land

    Homes in Farraday range from 1,231 to 3,564 square feet. The neighborhood includes a mix of on-site stick-built homes and modular homes situated on acreage parcels.

      Utilities

      • Water: Well
      • Sewer: Septic
      • Gas: Propane
      • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

        HOA

        As of May 2026, HOA dues are $30 per month. HOA inclusions include snow removal. HOA rules and permissions should be verified for individual properties.

        Recreation

        • Nearby trails include Eagle Park and Rooster Trail.
        • Closest fishing access includes Pastorius Reservoir (about 16 minutes) and the Animas River (about 20 minutes).

        Property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel information—including lot size, boundaries, and what a property backs up to—are available through the La Plata County Assessor.

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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.

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