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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. Homes sit at 8,773 feet in elevation and are developed on lots ranging from 0.09 acres to irregularly shaped parcels. As of May 2026, home sizes range from 960 to 2,992 square feet, with the highest reported sale price at $899,000. The subdivision is situated near the north end of Lemon Reservoir and offers mountain and lake or pond views in a setting surrounded by pines and aspens.

What to Expect

Properties are accessed from paved roads that transition to gravel near the south end of Lemon Reservoir. Roads within the subdivision are gravel and well maintained. A four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended during winter due to snowfall conditions. The subdivision has no HOA.

Lifestyle

Sierra Verde Estates offers convenient access to Lemon Reservoir, nearby trail systems, and surrounding outdoor recreation. Downtown Durango is approximately 34 minutes away, and La Plata County Airport is 36 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

Sierra Verde Estates features single-family homes with recorded sizes ranging from 960 to 2,992 square feet. As of May 2026, lot sizes range from 0.09 acres to irregularly shaped parcels. Most properties are on flat to moderately sloping lots. Homes are located near Eckart Lane within the neighborhood.

    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.

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