Welcome to White Water Ranch, an extraordinary Animas Valley retreat where the best of the Durango lifestyle begins right outside your door. Set on 4.2 acres with over 400 feet of Animas River frontage, this one-of-a-kind property combines a remarkable riverfront setting with space to play, entertain, explore and unwind. Ideally located between downtown Durango and Purgatory Resort at approximately 6700', this private oasis in the heart of the Animas Valley is not to be missed. Tucked at the end of a private drive, the approach sets the tone as you cross a charming bridge to this recently updated home. An expansive, park-like setting stretches toward hundreds of feet of Animas River frontage, cast a line in the Animas, launch a kayak, soak in the hot tub after a day on the mountain, gather around the riverside firepit, or challenge friends to a game on the full-size basketball court—easily adaptable for pickleball. The level lawn provides plenty of room for games and gatherings, while a large outbuilding offers storage for all the gear that comes with living an active Colorado lifestyle. The home features soaring ceilings and a dramatic wall of windows which fills the home with natural light while framing the valley views. Generous living spaces are designed for gathering, with an open kitchen and dining area, multiple fireplaces, family and media spaces, a home office/library, and flexible rooms for a home gym, yoga studio, game room or theater. The well-equipped kitchen features GE Profile double convection wall ovens, a five-burner cooktop, an LG refrigerator and dishwasher, two wine coolers and a walk-in pantry. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite opens to its own private deck and features a beautifully remodeled five-piece bath and dual walk-in closets. Additional bedrooms and living spaces provide plenty of room for family and guests. Recent improvements include new windows, updated flooring on the main and lower levels, interior and exterior paint, extensive landscaping improvements and utility upgrades. Two shares of the Animas Consolidated Ditch help maintain the lush grounds, while central water and natural gas add everyday convenience. Currently utilized as a successful vacation rental with an established rental history, the property also offers the potential for income when you're not enjoying it yourself. Furnishings are negotiable, providing the opportunity for a nearly turnkey transition. Purgatory Resort and downtown Durango are within easy reach, while Glacier Club and Dalton Ranch are just minutes away for golf and additional recreation. James Ranch Market & Grill is approximately one mile away, making this an exceptional combination of privacy, recreation and convenience.
Active
$2,950,000
174 White Water Drive, Durango, CO 81301
4beds
5,828sqft
Stick Built
Built in 1995
4.22 Acres Lot
$2,756,300 Zestimate®
$506/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Multiple fireplacesRemarkable riverfront settingCharming bridgeWalk-in pantryInterior and exterior paintLarge outbuilding offers storageLg refrigerator and dishwasher
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Wells 970-749-1440,
Wells Group Real Estate,
Zane Wells 970-317-1095,
Wells Group Real Estate
Source: CREN,MLS#: 839586
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Kitchen Bar, Kitchen/Dining
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Convection Oven, Range Top, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Purifier
- Laundry: W/D Hookup
Features
- Wired/Cable TV, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Game Room, Media Room
- Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings, Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,828
- Total interior livable area: 5,828 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,840
- Finished area below ground: 1,788
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Three Story
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Irrigation Water, Landscaping, Lawn Sprinklers
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Hot Tub, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Stream/River
- Waterfront features: River Front
Lot
- Size: 4.22 Acres
- Features: Near Golf Course
Details
- Additional structures: Metal Building, Shed(s), Shed/Storage
- Parcel number: 537125400023
- Zoning description: Residential Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Stick Built
Materials
- Stone, Wood Frame, Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Central Water
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Internet, Natural Gas Connected, Phone - Cell Reception, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Animas Springs
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Durango
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $506/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,381,840
- Annual tax amount: $8,358
- Date on market: 10/6/2026
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$2,756,300
$2.62M - $2.89M
$5,228/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+259.8%$506/sqft |
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| 9/16/2005 | Sold | $820,000$141/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,167 +16.3% | $148,860 +40.3% |
| 2024 | $4,444 +11.5% | $106,130 -3.6% |
| 2023 | $3,985 -0.6% | $110,090 +21.2% |
| 2022 | $4,009 | $90,870 -2.8% |
| 2021 | -- | $93,480 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $3,653 +3.8% | $87,730 |
| 2019 | $3,518 | $87,730 -1.5% |
| 2018 | $3,518 | $89,030 |
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Neighborhood: 81301
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Animas Valley K-5
- Middle: Miller 6-8
- High: Durango 9-12
Source: CREN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




