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River Valley Estates Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Land

River Valley Estates is a gated residential subdivision located off County Road 240 near Durango, Colorado. Homes are situated at 6,778 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 4.78 to 18.79 acres. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 2,141 to 5,275 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $5,275,000. The subdivision features open grassland, mountain and valley views, designated building envelopes, and portions of the Florida River, with some properties offering direct river frontage.

What to Expect

As of May 2026, River Valley Estates properties are accessed through a gated entrance and are part of an HOA with quarterly dues of $420. HOA inclusions include water, snow removal, management, road maintenance, and common area taxes. Water taps, cistern requirements, and HOA rules should be verified for individual properties.

Lifestyle

River Valley Estates offers a more private setting with larger parcels and open space. The community includes access to the Florida River for fishing within the subdivision. The area supports uses such as horses and 4-H animals. The location provides access to the airport, hospital, and Durango while maintaining a more secluded environment.

You'll Love

Large lot sizes ranging from 4.78 to 18.79 acres
Gated community with coded access
Designated building envelopes for homes
Mountain and valley views
Access to the Florida River within the subdivision
HOA-managed road maintenance and snow removal
Open space areas enhancing privacy

Location

Downtown Durango: 23 minutes
La Plata County Airport: 7 minutes
Durango High School: 28 minutes
City Market: 28 minutes
Purgatory Ski Resort: 54 minutes
Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hour 33 minutes
Closest Restaurant: 24 minutes

Homes and Land

River Valley Estates features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 2,141 to 5,275 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 4.78 to 18.79 acres. Homes are built within designated building envelopes throughout the subdivision.

Utilities

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

HOA

As of May 2026, HOA dues are $420 quarterly. HOA inclusions include water, snow removal, management, road maintenance, and common area taxes. HOA rules, fees, and permissions should be verified for individual properties.

Recreation

Switcher Loop
Rail Spike Loop
Pop Top
American Dream
Watertank West
South Rim Trail
Pastorius Reservoir (11 minutes)
Animas River (23 minutes)
Lake Nighthorse (30 minutes via private roads)

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.