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Lakewood Meadows Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Land

Lakewood Meadows is a residential subdivision located north of Durango, Colorado. Homes sit at 8,602 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 1 acre to larger parcels. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 868 to 5,693 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $1,694,000. Developed in the early 1970s, the subdivision includes a mix of original A-frame cabins and a variety of home styles. The lower portion of the neighborhood is situated in a meadow near the highway, while the upper lots are more heavily wooded with spruce trees.

What to Expect

As of May 2026, properties are accessed by gravel roads throughout Lakewood Meadows. Roads are maintained by the homeowners association, and four-wheel drive vehicles are recommended during winter conditions. The neighborhood is part of an HOA with annual dues of $400. HOA inclusions include snow removal and road maintenance. Properties rely on private wells for water, septic systems for sewer, and propane for gas service.

Lifestyle

Lakewood Meadows offers access to Electra Lake via the main entrance road, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. The community is located 9 minutes from Purgatory Ski Resort and offers convenient access to nearby outdoor recreation. Downtown Durango is 29 minutes away.

You'll Love

  • Mix of home styles, including original A-frame cabins
  • Lot sizes starting around 1 acre
  • Access to Electra Lake via neighborhood entrance road
  • Proximity to Purgatory Ski Resort (9 minutes)
  • Gravel roads maintained by HOA

Location

  • 29 minutes to Downtown Durango
  • 46 minutes to La Plata County Airport
  • 27 minutes to Durango High School
  • 24 minutes to City Market
  • 9 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
  • 2 hours 2 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort
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Homes and Land

Lakewood Meadows features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 868 to 5,693 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 1 acre to larger parcels. The subdivision includes a variety of architectural styles and home designs.

    Utilities

    • Water: Well
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Gas: Mesa Propane, Inc.
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

    Recreation

    Nearby trails include:

    • Elbert Creek Trail
    • Dutch Creek
    • Animas River Trail
    • Goulding Creek

    Nearby fishing and lakes:

    • Electra Lake (6 minutes)
    • Columbine Lake (12 minutes)
    • Haviland Lake (11 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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