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The Ranch Neighborhood, Durango CO – Homes & Lifestyle

The Ranch is a residential subdivision located north of Durango at an elevation of approximately 6,633.9 feet. The neighborhood includes a mix of housing types, from townhomes to larger single-family residences, on lot sizes ranging from very small parcels to multi-acre properties. Development includes landscaped common areas and water features within the community.

What to Expect

Access to The Ranch is via Cottonwood Creek Road. The subdivision is governed by a homeowners association, with annual dues varying by property. HOA responsibilities include combinations of irrigation, landscaping, snow removal, road maintenance, fishing rights, and common area taxes, depending on the property. Short-term rentals are not permitted. Gas service is not provided.

Lifestyle

Daily life at The Ranch includes proximity to nearby trails, lakes, and rivers, along with access to community-managed outdoor amenities. The neighborhood is located within driving distance of downtown Durango and regional recreation areas.

You'll Love

  • HOA-maintained common areas and irrigation
  • Community water features and fishing access
  • Variety of home and lot sizes

Location

  • Approximately 16 minutes to downtown Durango

  • Approximately 34 minutes to La Plata County Airport

  • Approximately 13 minutes to Durango High School

  • Approximately 11 minutes to City Market

  • Approximately 12 minutes to Purgatory Ski Resort

  • Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes to Wolf Creek Ski Resort

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Homes and Land

The Ranch includes townhomes and single-family residences. Home sizes range from approximately 1,316 square feet to 5,114 square feet. Lot sizes range from approximately 0.007 acres to 3.5 acres.

    Utilities

    • Water: Animas Water Company
    • Sewer: Hermosa Sanitation District
    • Gas: None
    • Electric: La Plata Electric Association

      HOA

      Annual HOA dues vary by property and have been reported between approximately $2,520 and $2,600. HOA inclusions vary by address and may include irrigation, landscaping, snow removal, road maintenance, fishing rights, and common area taxes. Covenants and HOA regulations apply.

        Recreation

        • Stevens Creek Trail #728
        • Jones Creek Trail #518
        • Hermosa Creek Trail
        • Pinkerton–Flagstaff Trail #522
        • Approximately 14 minutes to Haviland Lake
        • Approximately 6 minutes to Keeler Reservoir
        • Approximately 12 minutes to the Animas River

          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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