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Rafter J Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Rafter J is a residential subdivision located southwest of downtown Durango near County Road 141. Developed beginning in the early 1970s, the neighborhood includes approximately 165 homes across large, wooded lots. Elevation averages around 7,349 feet, with variation throughout the subdivision. The area consists of a mix of original development with looser covenants and later mini-subdivisions with stricter covenants and different road and water arrangements.

What to Expect

Rafter J is a residential subdivision located southwest of downtown Durango near County Road 141. Developed beginning in the early 1970s, the neighborhood includes approximately 165 homes across large, wooded lots. Elevation averages around 7,349 feet, with variation throughout the subdivision. The area consists of a mix of original development with looser covenants and later mini-subdivisions with stricter covenants and different road and water arrangements.

Lifestyle

The main access road into Rafter J is county maintained and paved. Within the subdivision, some roads are paved and privately maintained by the homeowners association, while others are gravel and maintained through various associations. Mail delivery is provided to community mailboxes located at subdivision entrances. Sewer is handled by individual septic systems.

You'll Love

Large residential lots
Heavily wooded setting with pine and evergreen trees
Mountain and valley views on some lots

Location

Approximately 13 minutes to downtown Durango

Approximately 27 minutes to La Plata County Airport

Approximately 16 minutes to Durango High School

Approximately 13 minutes to City Market

Approximately 43 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

Homes and Land

Rafter J consists of single-family homes on oversized lots. Home sizes range from approximately 744 square feet to 5,156 square feet. Lot sizes range from approximately 1.8 acres to 15.4 acres.

Utilities

Water: Lake Durango Water Authority
Sewer: Septic
Gas: Propane
Electric: La Plata Electric Association

HOA

Rafter J has a homeowners association with formal bylaws and CC&Rs. The HOA governs areas with paved roads and is responsible for road maintenance. Annual dues are approximately $1,000 and include road maintenance. Covenants apply depending on the specific section of the subdivision.

Recreation

Overend Mountain Park Trailhead
ABC Trail
Animas River Trail & Greenway
Big Canyon Trailhead
Horse Gulch Trailhead
Approximately 11 minutes to Lake Nighthorse (via private roads)
Approximately 13 minutes to the Animas River
Approximately 28 minutes to the Florida River

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.