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Florida River Farms

Homes for sale in Florida River Farms, Durango CO feature properties on irrigated flat lots with five parcels directly bordering the Florida River, offering exceptional livestock opportunities for cattle, horses, poultry, and sheep in a rural agricultural setting suitable for modular and site-built homes. This unique residential community showcases properties at 6,749 feet elevation on former pastureland with mountain, valley, and water views, plus fishing rights through the HOA and $50 monthly dues covering snow removal, road maintenance, and common area taxes. The subdivision benefits from paved county roads forming the western and southern boundaries while internal gravel roads are well-maintained by the homeowners association, with abundant wildlife including elk, deer, and bald eagles despite proximity to gas well operations. Located 18 minutes from downtown Durango via Apple Wood Lane with convenient access to La Plata County Airport just 10 minutes away, Florida River Farms attracts buyers seeking affordable riverfront living with agricultural potential and excellent commuter access between Durango and Bayfield while requiring flood insurance consideration for select lots.

Location

  • Proximity to Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel): 18 mins
  • Proximity to La Plata County Airport: 10 mins
  • Proximity to Durango High School: 21 mins
  • Closest Grocery Store (City Market): 18 mins
  • Proximity to Bayfield (Eagle Park): NA
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Homes and Land

  • Home Sizes: 1,359 sq ft
  • Lot Sizes: 3.14ac - 3.88ac

Utilities

  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Gas: Bob's LP Gas
  • Electricity: La Plata Electric Association

HOA Details

  • Dues: $50 monthly
  • Services: Snow Removal, Fishing Rights, Road Maintenance, Common Area Taxes

Features

  • Elevation: 6,749 ft
  • Livestock Allowed: Cattle, Horses, Poultry, Sheep
  • Views: Mountains, Valley, Lake/Pond/Reservoir
  • Short Term Rental: Subject County Guidelines

Recreation

  • Distance from Purgatory Ski Resort: 47 mins
  • Distance from Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hr 25 mins

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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Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 Public 4-8
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Durango High School 970-259-1630 Public 9-12
Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 Public PK-5
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 Public PK-5
Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Children's House of Durango 970-259-1089 Private PK-KG
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
Park Elementary School 970-247-3718 Public PK-5
Animas Valley Elementary School 970-247-0124 Public PK-5
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 Public 6-8
Needham Elementary School 970-247-4791 Public PK-5
Riverview Elementary School 970-247-3862 Public PK-5
The Liberty School 970-385-4834 Private 3-9
St Columba School 970-247-5527 Private PK-8
Durango Montessori School 970-769-3590 Private PK-5
District 9-R Shared School 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Mountain Middle School 970-828-5600 Public 4-8
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Miller Middle School 970-247-1418 Public 6-8
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
Southwest Colorado Eschool 970-403-0946 Public 6-12
Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango 970-247-5411 Public KG-12
Durango Big Picture High School 970-259-0203 Public 9-12
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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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.