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Living near Main Avenue
So Co, the downtown Durango neighborhood south of College Drive is within steps of fine dining establishments, and recreation. “It’s pretty rare to find a neighborhood that has such easy access to the restaurant and shopping options, the riverfront and the mountain trails that So Co does,” says Monique Flora of Wells Group of Durango, who has nearly a decade of experience in the city. “Main Avenue runs through the neighborhood and that’s not just the food capital of Durango, but it’s the food capital of Southwest Colorado.” Main is home to dozens of restaurants ranging from Asian fusion to American steakhouses to French bistros. Locals can also pop into one of the four breweries and two wineries along the road. The Animas River is nearby for whitewater rafting, fishing and swimming, and the 7-mile Animas River Trail is a paved path popular with runners and cyclists.
So Co is a busy neighborhood in downtown Durango, home to the town’s retail & restaurant scene.
Residents can enjoy a stroll along Main Ave for plenty of shopping and dinning options.
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Dining at Roost and Rupert's
Anarchy Brewing Company has six rotating draft beers and allows pets in its taproom inside a converted garage. Locals can lock their bikes at the racks outside and bring a lunch as Anarchy allows outside food, while enjoying views of the La Plata Mountains. Rupert’s Durango is a quirky breakfast spot with vintage toasters hanging from brightly painted walls. Diners can try the spicy Southwest portion of the menu with huevos rancheros and deluxe breakfast burritos. The Roost has a hip vibe with guitars and music posters on the walls and serves American classics like steak and shrimp plates in a brick building from the 1850s. For happy hour, Four Leaves Winery has daily tastings in its rustic setting with wooden tables and local paintings on the walls. The Natural Foods Co-op has groceries, smoothies and sandwiches, and Main Avenue has retail stores like 2nd Ave Sports, an outdoor sports shop and Overland, which offers heavy coats and cowboy boots.
So Co residents gather for great food and fun times at The Roost on Main Street..
So Co locals can start their day with a smile and great coffee at Ruperts.
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Ranch-style homes with small yards
Architectural styles vary in So Co, from mid-century ranches and bungalows to newer Craftsman houses. “You can have a brand-new build surrounded by homes from the 1950s that need a ton of renovations,” says Flora. “There are fewer Victorians than in the Grid, which helps with price point.” Single-family homes cost between $630,000 and $950,000. A handful of condos and townhouses exist here costing between $260,000 and $650,000. Most homes don’t have driveways, so street parking is necessary. “Everyone has dogs, so having a yard is huge,” says Flora. Paved sidewalks are shaded by mature pines. Proximity to the river and Durango’s arid climate make flood and wildfire insurance necessary.
Homes in So Co are mostly a mix of mid-century ranches and bungalows.
This shotgun home, like many others, has been updated and renovated.
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Fun at Santa Rita Park
Locals can walk to Santa Rita Park, located on the banks of the Animas River. The 14.5-acre park offers soccer fields, sand volleyball courts and basketball hoops. Fanto Park is in the heart of the neighborhood and has grassy green space and a playground. The eastern edge of the neighborhood provides access to the Horse Gulch Trailhead, a 57-mile natural surface trail for hiking and mountain biking. For live music, locals head to The Animas City Theatre. The venue has two bars and hosts shows that cross a variety of music genres. All shows are 21 and up.
Locals can walk to Santa Rita Park for soccer and basketball hoops.
Horse Gulch Trailhead, a 57-mile natural surface trail, begins in So Co.
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Access to the Durango-La Plata Airport
Durango Transit buses stop along College Drive, but most locals walk or ride bikes to get around. “Some locals don’t even have cars,” says Flora. The neighborhood is bordered by Route 550 and Route 160, which provide access to ski resorts like Pagosa Springs 50 miles north. The Durango-La Plata Airport 20 is miles south, offering daily flights to Dallas, Denver and Phoenix.
So Co borders Route 550, which offers access to neighboring ski towns.
The Durango-La Plata Airport 20 is miles south, offering daily flights to Dallas and Denver.
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Park Elementary shines
Kids in the area attend the Durango School District No. 9-R, beginning at Park Elementary School. Park Elementary holds a B-plus Niche rating and was named the top public elementary school in La Plata County. Next is Escalante Middle School, which has a B rating. Durango High School earns an A-minus grade, and students can participate in school-sponsored mountain biking and alpine skiing teams.
Park Elementary School is a Public Pre-K & Elementary School in So Co, Durango CO.
Durango High School is a Public High School in West Avenues, Durango CO.
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Parks in this Area
Horse Gulch Trail Head
Cundiff Park
Transit
Airport
Durango-La Plata County
23 min drive
Bus
College Dr. & Main Ave.
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College Dr. & 4th Ave.
Bus
Centennial Center
Bus
2nd St. & 6th Ave.
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5th Ave. & 3rd St.
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2nd St. & 8th Ave.
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5th Ave. & 5th St.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
So Co
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
8
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
9
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
So Co Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in So Co, Durango sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in So Co, Durango over the last 12 months is $655,000, up 19% from the median 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,375
Median Age
35
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,400
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,292
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.6%
College Graduates
54.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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