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Songbird Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

Songbird is a neighborhood located northeast of downtown Durango, Colorado, with an elevation of approximately 6,678 feet. It consists of multiple phases with homes built primarily in the early 2000s and includes approximately 45–58 lots. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.23 to 0.66 acres, with a mix of hillside properties, valley locations, and tree-covered areas. The neighborhood offers a residential setting with a variety of lot layouts and home placements.

What to Expect

All roads in Songbird are paved. The neighborhood includes multiple phases, some of which feature hillside construction with limited yard space, while others offer larger lots in a valley setting. HOA dues are approximately $850 annually and include snow removal and road maintenance.

Lifestyle

Songbird is located just outside Durango city limits, with access to nearby amenities along Florida Road and proximity to downtown Durango. The neighborhood provides access to surrounding services and everyday conveniences within a short drive.

You'll Love

  • Paved roads throughout the neighborhood
  • City water and sewer services
  • Natural gas availability
  • Multiple phases with varied lot layouts
  • Proximity to Florida Road amenities

Location

  • 11 minutes to Downtown Durango
  • 22 minutes to La Plata County Airport
  • 10 minutes to Durango High School
  • 10 minutes to City Market
  • 33 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort
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Homes and Land

Homes in Songbird range from approximately 1,591 to 4,900 square feet. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.23 to 0.66 acres. The neighborhood includes multiple phases, with some homes built into hillsides and others located in valley settings or areas with tree coverage.

    Utilities

    • Water: City of Durango
    • Sewer: City of Durango
    • Gas: Atmos Energy
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

    HOA

    • HOA dues are approximately $850 annually.
    • Includes snow removal and road maintenance.

    Recreation

  • Animas Mountain East Trailhead

  • Overend Mountain Park Trailhead

  • ABC Trail

  • Animas River Trail & Greenway

  • Horse Gulch Trail Head

  • 10 minutes to Animas River

  • 22 minutes to Lake Nighthorse

  • 23 minutes to Florida River

  • 24 minutes to Lemon Reservoir

    • 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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