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Sierra Verde Estates Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Sierra Verde Estates is a residential subdivision located near Eckart Lane in Durango, Colorado, at approximately 8,773 feet in elevation. The neighborhood is situated toward the north end of Lemon Reservoir and features homes ranging from 960 to 2,992 square feet on lots from 0.09 acres to irregular dimensions. The area includes lake/pond and mountain views and is set among pines and aspens.

What to Expect

Access begins on paved roads and transitions to gravel roads near the south end of Lemon Reservoir. Roads within the subdivision are gravel and well-maintained. A four-wheel drive vehicle is necessary for winter access due to snowfall conditions.

Lifestyle

Daily life in Sierra Verde Estates includes access to Lemon Reservoir and nearby trail systems, with Durango approximately 34 minutes away. Grocery stores, schools, and additional services are located in Durango.

You'll Love

  • Located near Lemon Reservoir (6 minutes)
  • Lake/pond and mountain views
  • Access to nearby trails including Burnt Timber Trail #667 and Lime Mesa Trail #676
  • Boat ramp available at Lemon Reservoir (as noted in description)
  • Set among pines and aspens

Location

  • Downtown Durango (DoubleTree Hotel): 34 minutes
  • La Plata County Airport: 36 minutes
  • Durango High School: 34 minutes
  • City Market: 31 minutes
  • Purgatory Ski Resort: 55 minutes
  • Wolf Creek Ski Resort: 1 hour 41 minutes
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Homes and Land

Homes in Sierra Verde Estates range from 960 to 2,992 square feet. Lot sizes range from 0.09 acres to irregular dimensions. Most properties are on flat to moderately sloping lots.

    Utilities

    • Water: Other (central water through Sierra Verde Water Association; no water well)
    • Sewer: Septic
    • Gas: AmeriGas
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

    Recreation

    Nearby trails include:

    • Burnt Timber Trail #667
    • Lime Mesa Trail #676
    • City Reservoir Trail #542
    • Endlich Mesa Trail #534

    Fishing and water access:

    • Lemon Reservoir: 6 minutes
    • Vallecito Reservoir: 26 minutes

    The La Plata County Assessor offers property tax history, a tax estimator, and parcel details like lot size, boundaries, and surrounding 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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