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Mill Creek Estates Neighborhood, Durango CO – Townhomes

Mill Creek Estates is a residential neighborhood located in the Mill Creek area north of Durango, Colorado, with an elevation of approximately 8,796 feet. The neighborhood includes homes ranging from 3,700 to 6,350 square feet on lots between 3 and 4.8 acres, offering a lower-density residential setting. Homes in the area may include mountain, valley, and lake/pond/reservoir views.

What to Expect

Homes are accessed off Highway 550. The neighborhood includes an HOA with annual dues that cover landscaping, snow removal, and fishing rights.

Lifestyle

Living in Mill Creek Estates provides access to nearby trails and water features, along with proximity to Purgatory Ski Resort and surrounding recreational areas.

You'll Love

  • Larger lot sizes ranging from 3 to 4.8 acres
  • Mountain, valley, and lake/pond/reservoir views
  • HOA-managed landscaping and snow removal
  • Fishing rights included
  • Close proximity to Purgatory Ski Resort

    Location

    • Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel): 38 minutes
    • Durango-La Plata County Airport: 55 minutes
    • Durango High School: 36 minutes
    • City Market: 33 minutes
    • Purgatory Ski Resort: 6 minutes
    • Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 2 hours 13 minutes
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    Homes and Land

    The neighborhood consists of residential homes ranging from 3,700 to 6,350 square feet on lots between 3 and 4.8 acres.

      Utilities

      • Water: Other
      • Sewer: Septic
      • Gas: Other
      • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      • HOA dues are approximately $3,000 annually.
      • Inclusions include landscaping, snow removal, and fishing rights.

      HOA details may vary by property. Buyers should verify all information independently.

      Recreation

      Nearby trails include Old Lime Creek Road, Engineer Mountain Trail, Cascade Creek Trail #510, and Cascade Creek Loop.

      • Mill Creek is approximately 1 minute away.
      • Boyce Lake is approximately 4 minutes away.
      • Cascade Creek is approximately 7 minutes away.
      • Columbine Lake is approximately 10 minutes away.
      • Haviland Lake is approximately 18 minutes away.
      • Electra Lake is approximately 19 minutes away.
      • Potato Lake is approximately 20 minutes away.

      The La Plata County Assessor provides access to property tax history, a tax estimator for future taxes, and parcel details such as lot size, boundaries, and adjoining 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.

      Schools In The Area

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