Crestview offers scenic views of the La Plata Mountains and plenty of recreation for adventures just blocks from downtown Durango. The trails of Overland Mountain Park connect with Perins Peak State Wildlife area, 6.3 miles west of Crestview. “There are so many trails in the neighborhood, and that’s a huge reason we live here,” says Anne Zalbowitz of Keller Williams, who has over two decades of real estate experience and is a Crestview local. “I can walk out my front door, and I’m immediately on a trailhead on the way to a state wildlife area.” Crestview residents are also within walking distance of dining options, schools and the Animas River.
Crestview is a quite community set away from the busy streets such as the route 550.
The Animas Trail system has many bike trails around Durango.
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Walking to the Animas River
Overend Mountain Park has over a dozen different trails with varying levels of difficulty for biking, hiking and trail running. Part of the Overend Mountain Park is the Hogsback Trail, a difficult multi-use trail that features a 400-foot climb and 45-degree grade. In addition to mountain trails, Crestview has plenty of other sources of entertainment within walking distance or a short bike ride. “My son is in high school, and he rides his bike to see a movie with his friends or over to the rec center to work out,” says Zalbowitz. The Durango Community Recreation Center has a full floor of fitness equipment, a basketball court and a lap pool. The Gaslight Twin Cinema is a recently renovated two-screen theatre with new releases in downtown Durango. Residents can walk less than half a mile to the Animas River for kayaking and rafting. The Animas River Trail is a 7-mile paved path for runners and cyclists. Along the trail, Schneider Park offers picnic areas and a new pickleball center with seven courts.
Enjoy watching the picklers play round of pickleball at Schneider Park.
The Animas River is perfect for trout fly fishing.
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Community support for Durango High School Athletics
Kids may attend the Durango School District No. 9-R, and many young students can walk to Needham Elementary. Needham has a B rating on Niche and a 13-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Next is Miller Middle School, which also has a B rating. Durango High School earns an A-minus grade and is known for its athletic department. Students can join mountain biking and alpine skiing teams. The school has a rich tradition of going far in the state soccer and football playoffs. “The booster club and other locals show a ton of support for DHS sports,” says Zalbowitz. “The stands are usually packed.”
Needham Elementary School is ranked 3rd best public elementary school in La Plata County.
Durango High School received a A- rating from Niche.
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Lunch at Tom's Deli and beers at Animas Brewing
Tom’s Deli is a popular lunch spot a few blocks from Crestview. The converted garage features mountain murals above comfortable leather booths where customers enjoy deli classics like the Tomasso Italian sub. Nearby, Taco Libre is known for its giant wrestling ring at the restaurant’s entrance, complete with two life-sized luchadores. Customers gather on the back patio for street tacos and 22-ounce margaritas. The wooden façades of the Animas Brewing Company is reminiscent of being in a ski lodge, and the beers, which have names like Riverside Kolsch and Hogsback Black, pay homage to local outdoor activities. City Market has everyday grocery needs and Natural Grocers stocks organic and locally sourced food. There are plenty of retail outlets just 1.2-miles away on Main Avenue, like Lively and The Sparrow, two boutique clothing stores.
Locals stop by Tom's Deli for a quick sandwich or poutine right along route 550.
Enjoy tacos and drinks al fresco during the nice evening weather at Taco Libre.
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Route 550 to ski resorts
Crestview does not have public transportation, so cars are necessary. However, locals tend to walk and ride their bikes when they can. The neighborhood is just a few blocks from Route 550, Durango’s main road, which leads to Silverton 50 miles north. Crestview is also 25 miles from the Durango-La Plata Airport, which has daily flights to Phoenix, Dallas and Denver.
Ranch-style homes and condos, tear downs and rebuilds
Houses in Crestview are mainly midcentury bungalows and ranch-style builds. “For the most part, residents look at their homes as very functional and aren’t worried about getting too fancy,” says Zalbowitz. “However, in the past year or two, some houses have been torn down and Craftsman houses built in their place.” Prices for a single-family home range from $625,000 to $1.1 million. Many homes have driveways and one-car garages, so SUVs, boats and campers line the residential roads. Condos have sprung up in the northern end of the neighborhood, costing between $500,000 and $600,000. Modest yards and sidewalks make the neighborhood friendly to pet owners. Durango’s arid climate, combined with Crestview’s proximity to pine forests, make wildfires an issue and insurance necessary.
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Parks in this Area
Schneider Skate Park
Schneider Park
Horse Gulch Trail Head
Animas River Trail
Riverview Sports Complex
Durango Community Recreation Center
Transit
Airport
Durango-La Plata County
26 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Crestview
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Crestview Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Crestview, Durango sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Crestview, Durango over the last 12 months is $710,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$825,000
Median Sale Price
$710,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$710,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$504
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
107
Median Year Built
1958
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,083
Above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,129
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,929
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,378
Median Age
39
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,399
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,078
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
64.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.4%
% Population in Labor Force
78.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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