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Riverview

Riverview

Neighborhood in Durango, Colorado

La Plata County 81301

$791,956 Average Value
$389 Average Price per Sq Ft
8 Homes For Sale

Living on the Animas River

Riverview is a quiet and accessible neighborhood near many of Durango’s biggest draws. “It feels the most like the Durango of 10 or 15 years ago,” says Anne Zalbowitz of Keller Williams, who has over two decades of experience in the area. “You don’t have the massive new builds that are higher in the mountains, and you don’t have all the traffic on Main.” The neighborhood is located between busy Florida Road, which is full of dining options and the Animas River and its accompanying trail with 7 miles of paved running and biking pathways.

The average lot size in Riverview is 10,000SF.
The average lot size in Riverview is 10,000SF.
The Animas River Trail runs through Riverview.
The Animas River Trail runs through Riverview.
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Chapman Hill Ski Area, Hillcrest Golf Club and more

Folsom Park is in the heart of the neighborhood and offers a baseball field, basketball hoops and playgrounds for children. When locals want to ski but don’t want to drive far, they head to Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area. The one-slope ski mountain produces artificial snow to ensure conditions are always right. The complex also has ice and roller rinks with skating lessons and hockey leagues. The Hillcrest Golf Club is the only public course in Durango. The 18-hole course has views of the La Plata Mountains, a driving range and a full pro shop. Residents can visit the Durango Botanical Gardens, surrounding the Durango Public Library, for an afternoon picnic.

You can find sports events at Folsom Park.
You can find sports events at Folsom Park.
Chapman Hill features seasonal ice skating and Ski hill.
Chapman Hill features seasonal ice skating and Ski hill.
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Dining at Pop Sushi and Still Life Coffee & Botanicals

Riverview is purely residential, but restaurants and shops are minutes away on Florida Avenue. Still Life Coffee & Botanicals serves breakfast and coffee; diners can enjoy a latte and baked goods at a barstool or peruse the tropical houseplants for sale. Spicy salmon and tuna rolls are on the menu at Pop Sushi, a lively Japanese restaurant with neon signs behind the bar and murals above the tables. J. Bo Pizza & Rib Company has the red and white checkered tablecloths of a classic pizzeria, plus an outdoor patio with ping pong tables. Customers can grab a slice or a beer and enjoy a game of pinball. City Market and Albertsons both have grocery essentials.

Still Life Coffee is the perfect place to grab a drink and a spot to do work in Riverview.
Still Life Coffee is the perfect place to grab a drink and a spot to do work in Riverview.
Durango Beer and Ice is the perfect place to grab a drink and listen to live music.
Durango Beer and Ice is the perfect place to grab a drink and listen to live music.
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Mid-century and Craftsman homes

Most homes in Riverview are mid-century ranch-style builds with a few updated Craftsman homes. Houses cost between $600,000 and $900,000, and many come with private driveways and attached garages. Many houses feature modest front and back yards and are on lots close to their neighbors. Over the past few years, apartments and condos have sprung up in Riverview. “Some residents, especially the locals in the service industry, were being priced out of Durango, and this provides another option,” says Zalbowitz. Two-bedroom condos are priced between $400,000 and $500,000. Durango’s dry summers and plentiful pines make the area susceptible to wildfires, so insurance is necessary.

Solar is a great option in Riverview with over 266 days of sun.
Solar is a great option in Riverview with over 266 days of sun.
The average price of a home in Riverview is up 18 percent.
The average price of a home in Riverview is up 18 percent.
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Durango High School passes the test

Kids in the area head to Durango School District No. 9-R, beginning at Riverview Elementary School. Riverview holds a B ranking on Niche. Next is Miller Middle School, which also has a B grade and opened a new campus prior to the 2024 school year. Durango High School holds an A-minus rating and is known for its theatre program. “People in the community go to the plays just like they would go to a football game,” says Zalbowitz. “The school has support from the community in every area."

Durango High School is a Public High School in West Avenues, Durango CO.
Durango High School is a Public High School in West Avenues, Durango CO.
Riverview Elementary School is a Public Pre-K & Elementary School in Riverview, Durango CO.
Riverview Elementary School is a Public Pre-K & Elementary School in Riverview, Durango CO.
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Quick access to Route 550

Durango Public Transit System has bus stops throughout the neighborhood, but many locals favor walking or riding their bikes. Riverview is about 20 miles from the Durango-La Plata Airport, which provides access to Denver, Dallas and Phoenix. Just across the river, Route 550 is the main route to ski towns in the north, like Pagosa Springs and Purgatory.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Durango-La Plata County

28 min drive

Bus

Florida & Folsom

Bus

Riverview Dr. & S Animas Pl.

Bus

Florida & Aspen

Bus

Riverview Dr. & N Animas Pl.

Bus

Florida & Oak

Bus

Florida Rd. & Aspen Dr.

Bus

Florida Rd. & Oak Dr.

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Riverview US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$680,375
Median Single Family Price
$765,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$308,950
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$295,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$389
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Months of Supply
13.70
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
135
Median Year Built
1973
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,615
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,024
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
1,316
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$72,142
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,414

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
68.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

44 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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