$1,010,217Average Value$495Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
Quiet living in the La Plata Mountains
Located on the winding roads of the La Plata Mountains, Edgemont is a neighborhood of quiet seclusion. “The lots are large, and with the large pine trees, it can feel like you’re miles away from your neighbors,” says Anne Zalbowitz of Keller Williams, who has over two decades of experience in Durango. “It’s especially popular with medical professionals who can take Highway 234 and get to the hospital without having to go through town and deal with the traffic lights when they’re on call.” CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital is eight miles south of Edgemont, while downtown Durango is just seven miles southwest. The neighborhood is also well known for having second homes for part-time residents. While highways are convenient, the neighborhood itself has a 20-mile-per-hour speed limit to ensure the safety of residents and Edgemont’s native wildlife.
Newly built Craftsman homes
Homes in Edgemont are new builds costing $900,000 to $1.4 million. “It’s a lot of modern-mountain, Craftsman homes with wood exteriors,” says Zalbowitz. “The homes have the rustic, cabin-like look on the outside but are state of the art on the inside.” Houses sit off winding mountain roads, and steeply sloped driveways provide privacy and present a challenge during icy winters. Multicar garages are common, but fenced-in yards are few and far between. Instead, kids place lacrosse and hockey nets in the streets. The lack of fences also means that local wildlife, like deer and wild turkeys, may be spotted on private property. Edgemont’s dry climate and steady supply of pine trees make fire insurance a necessity.
Properties in Edgemont sit on larger than average lot sizes.
The average home size in Edgemont is 2,578SF.
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Hiking and mountain biking near Edgemont
While there are no city-sponsored parks in Edgemont, there’s still plenty to do outdoors. “There are trails everywhere in the neighborhood for walking and hiking,” says Zalbowitz. “You can’t bike on these trails, but it’s perfect for walking the dog since there are no sidewalks in the neighborhood.” Mountain bikers can reach trails within minutes, and there’s a community tennis court and playground located in the middle of the neighborhood off Eagle Pass and Silver Queen Street. The Durango Community Recreation Center and Animas River Trail are just 5 miles away, while Purgatory Ski Resort is just 30 miles north.
Cyclist enjoy the scenic landscapes of Edgemont.
Fly fishing is common in the Animas River.
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Dining and events at Meadow Market
Meadow Market, which opened its doors in October 2023, is the only spot in Edgemont to grab groceries or get a bite to eat. The market has grocery essentials but is known for its daily lunch specials, and take-home prepared meals. Residents grab breakfast burritos or BLTs on the picnic tables outside Meadow Market and play cornhole. The eatery also hosts live music nights, yoga on the patio and cooking classes. For more dining options, Edgemont residents head down Florida Road to Bread, a rustic bakery serving build-your-own avocado toast, turkey melts and desserts. J. Bo Pizza & Rib Co has the red checkered tablecloths of a classic pizzeria and a wall full of pinball machines. The Albertsons in downtown Durango sells supermarket goods.
Pop Sushi is a local favorite 5 minutes from Edgemont.
Maria's Books in downtown Durango is where Edgemont locals go for a new read.
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Escalante Middle School shines
Kids attend Durango School District No. 9-R. People living north of Highway 234 go to Riverview Elementary, while residents south of the highway go to Florida Mesa Elementary. Both have B grades on Niche. Next is Escalante Middle School, which has a B rating on Niche and was named by the service as the second-best public middle school in La Plata County. Teens attend Durango High School, which holds an A-minus Niche score. Students at Durango High can join school-sponsored alpine skiing and mountain biking teams.
Escalante Middle School serves over 500 students from grades 6th through 8th in Durango, CO.
Durango High School is rated #2 best high school in La Plata County.
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Easy access to Durango-La Plata Airport
Edgemont residents will need a car to take kids to school or pick up groceries, and there is no public transportation in the area. However, homeowners can enjoy the same road treatment during winter as downtown residents. “They’ll have plows up there starting at 2:00 a.m. to make sure the roads are clear, and kids are getting to school if it snows,” says Zalbowitz. In addition, the neighborhood is only 25 miles from the Durango-La Plata Airport, which has daily service to Denver, Dallas and Phoenix.
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Parks in this Area
Animas River Trail
Durango Community Recreation Center
Edgemont Meadows Park
Rim Ridge Trail
Transit
Airport
Durango-La Plata County
24 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Edgemont
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Edgemont, Durango sell after 76 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Edgemont, Durango over the last 12 months is $1,068,991, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,621
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$89,751
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$115,927
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.7%
College Graduates
66.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
12/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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