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La Plata Estates

La Plata Estates

Homes for sale in La Plata Estates, Durango CO feature custom luxury properties in the desirable Animas Valley with mountain and valley views on spacious lots. This upscale neighborhood showcases homes ranging from 3,479 to 5,184 square feet on lots from 0.51 to 1.324 acres, offering exquisite craftsmanship and thoughtful attention to detail in a quintessential Colorado setting. The community provides central water through Animas Water Company and sewer service via Hermosa Sanitation District, with quarterly HOA dues of $325 that may include irrigation, snow removal, and road maintenance. Located conveniently 15 minutes to both Purgatory Ski Resort and downtown Durango, La Plata Estates attracts buyers seeking luxury mountain living with mature landscaping, water features, and easy access to Hermosa Creek while maintaining the privacy and elegance of this well-positioned Animas Valley community.

Location

  • Proximity to Downtown Durango (Durangler's Fly Fishing Shop): 17 mins
  • Proximity to La Plata County Airport: 36 mins
  • Proximity to Durango High School: 15 mins
  • Closest Grocery Store (City Market): 17 mins
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Homes and Land

  • Home Sizes: 3,479 sq ft – 5,184 sq ft
  • Lot Sizes: 0.51 ac – 1.324 ac

Utilities

  • Water: Animas Water Company
  • Sewer: Hermosa Sanitation District
  • Gas: Atmos Energy
  • Electricity: La Plata Electric Association

HOA Details

  • Dues: $325 Quarterly 
  • Services: Irrigation, Snow Removal, Road Maintenance

Features

  • Elevation: 6,791 ft
  • Livestock Allowed: Horses 
  • Views: Mountains, Lake/Pond/Reservoir
  • Short Term Rental: No

Recreation

  • Purgatory Ski Resort: 16 mins
  • Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hr 52 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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