Located just ½ mile from the city limits of Durango, this 5-acre property offers a balance of space, mountain views, and convenience. The 2,745 sq ft main home features vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, abundant natural light, favorable southern exposure, and central air conditioning. Large windows capture the views of the La Plata Mountains, and multiple decks provide functional outdoor living space. A 665 sq ft lower level apartment offers flexibility for guests, rental income (30 days or more allowed), or extended living arrangements. The property is well-equipped for vehicles and trailers/equipment with a 3-car garage, plenty of additional open parking, and a covered 4-car carport tucked out of sight in the trees on the east side of the house. Enjoy a country setting with a private water well, while still benefiting from natural gas and central sewer services. Annual property taxes are $3,292.
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Price cut: $80K (7/20)
$1,095,000
249 Valle Escondido Drive, Durango, CO 81303
3beds
3,410sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,250/mo
Stick Built
Built in 1997
5.18 Acres Lot
$1,062,200 Zestimate®
$321/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mountain viewsPrivate water wellFavorable southern exposureVaulted tongue-and-groove ceilingsAbundant natural lightCentral air conditioning
- 101 days |
- 442 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Justin Osborn 970-946-3935,
Wells Group Real Estate
Source: CREN,MLS#: 834266
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: W/D Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Guest Quarters, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Bedroom, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,410
- Total interior livable area: 3,410 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Carport spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 7
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Landscaping
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 5.18 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 566912206017
- Zoning description: Residential Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Stick Built
Materials
- Wood Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Valle Escondido
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA name: Valle EScondido
Location
- Region: Durango
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $321/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $952,670
- Annual tax amount: $3,292
- Date on market: 5/2/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$1,062,200
Estimated sales range
$1.01M - $1.12M
Rent Zestimate®
$3,464/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Price change | $1,095,000-6.8%$321/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,175,000-1.7%$345/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $1,195,000$350/sqft |
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| 7/25/2025 | Price change | $1,195,000-7%$350/sqft |
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| 6/14/2025 | Price change | $1,285,000-4.8%$377/sqft |
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| 4/28/2025 | Price change | $1,350,000-3.6%$396/sqft |
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| 3/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000+101.4%$411/sqft |
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| 6/24/2015 | Sold | $695,000-4.7%$204/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2015 | Listed for sale | $729,000$214/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Heritage House Realtors #704177 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,009 +16.6% | $59,540 -9.1% |
| 2024 | $2,580 +15.1% | $65,530 |
| 2023 | $2,241 -60.4% | $65,530 +25.3% |
| 2022 | $5,656 | $52,310 -4.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $54,990 +1.4% |
| 2020 | $2,205 +10% | $54,240 |
| 2019 | $2,005 | $54,240 +5.3% |
| 2018 | $2,005 | $51,490 |
| 2017 | $2,005 +2.1% | $51,490 -8.1% |
| 2016 | $1,964 +126.7% | $56,000 |
| 2015 | $866 | $56,000 +11.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $50,350 |
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Neighborhood: 81303
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Florida Mesa Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Escalante Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 9/10Durango High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Florida Mesa 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.
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