$2,950,000

174 White Water Dr Durango, CO 81301

Estimated payment $16,505/month

Total Views 745
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,828 Sq Ft
$506 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Home Theater
  • Spa
  • Creek or Stream View
  • Durango High School Rated A-
  • River Front
  • Fireplace in Bedroom

About This Home

If Durango, Colorado is one of your favorite places, then the stunning Animas River Valley framed by its red cliffs is surely forefront in your memories of this famous mountain town among its many awe-inspiring and breathtaking views. The Animas River and its glacial valley are notable for both the serene dramatic setting of meandering glassy waters framed by lush foliage and mountainous red cliffs, and in their capacity to transition your senses from the high-desert of the southwest to the cool high-alpine and rugged peaks of the San Juan Mountains. For many, this river valley has come to symbolize the totality of feeling and spirit that make up “life in the mountains.” This is where you’ll find the finest legacy estate properties in the region, where the meandering river valley frames one of the most opulent landscapes in all of the West. This beloved, remodeled 4-bedroom White Water Ranch has hosted many memories over the years from generational family gatherings to current vacation rentals, nestled on what feels like a private island retreat, ideally located between downtown Durango and Purgatory Ski Resort, at the end of a quiet, private drive. As you approach, you'll cross a charming bridge over the Animas Irrigation canal, where the soothing sound of water cascading over boulders creates a serene ambiance. Your park-like backyard setting opens towards the Animas River, offering a truly special outdoor experience. Enjoy recreational amenities including a full-size basketball court (which could also be utilized for pickleball), a spacious deck with a hot tub, a lush green lawn with a firepit by the riverbank, and a sizable outbuilding perfect for storing all of your outdoor adventure gear from snowmobiles and ATVs to kayaks and mountain bikes. Upon entering the home, you'll be greeted by soaring ceilings and a wall of glass that floods the space with natural light and stunning mountain views. The main level features a generous living room that flows into an open kitchen and dining area, equipped with top-of-the-line GE Profile double convection wall ovens, a 5-burner cooktop, an LG refrigerator and dishwasher, two wine coolers, and a walk-in pantry. This level also includes a large laundry room, a powder room, and access to the outdoor deck. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom complete with its own expansive deck, a luxurious newly remodeled 5-piece bath, and his and hers walk-in closets, which also lead to a spacious attic loft storage area. The upper level further features a cozy family room with a fireplace, additional bedrooms, an office, library, and two more bathrooms. The lower level is a fully finished basement with two separate rooms, perfect for a family room, game room, home theater, fitness area, or whatever your imagination conjures. There is also a separate lock-off storage room / owner's closet for ski gear and more! This home is the epitome of a vibrant Durango lifestyle and offered with furnishings negotiable, allowing you to seamlessly move in right away to enjoy all it has to offer, including the ability to enjoy revenue with its solid rental history. The lush landscape of this property is maintained with water rights shares to transfer to the new owner, and utilities are simple with central water and natural gas. Your private oasis retreat awaits you!

Listing Agent

Christina Rinderle

Durango Land and Homes Listed on: 08/15/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,167

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Lot Details

  • 4.22 Acre Lot
  • River Front
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System

Property Views

  • Creek or Stream
  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Stick Built Home
  • Stucco
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 5,828 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Home Theater
  • 2 Home Offices
  • Game Room
  • Home Security System
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Convection Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Shed

Schools

  • Animas Valley K-5 Elementary School
  • Miller 6-8 Middle School
  • Durango 9-12 High School

Farming

  • 4 Irrigated Acres

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Irrigation Water Rights
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Purifier
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic System
  • Internet Available
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Animas Springs Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 537125400023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,167

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Appliance Inclusions: Range Top, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Exhaust Fan, Water Purifier, Oven-Convection
  • Estimated Irrigation Acres: 4.2
  • Estimated Total Acres: 4.22
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Em Deposit: 100,000
  • Em Holder: Colorado Title
  • Exterior Inclusions: Landscaping, Irrigation Water, Deck, Hot Tub, Lawn Sprinklers
  • Interior Inclusions: Window Coverings, Wired/Cable TV, All Furnishings, Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), W/D Hookup, Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Counters, Security System, Walk In Closet, Hot Tub, Garage Door Opener, Game Room, Media Room
  • Legal Lot Block: SUBDIVISION: ANIMAS SPRINGS SUB BLOCK: 0 LOT: 1 TOGETHER WITH 0.22 AC FROM QC 645629 174 WHITE WATER DR DURANGO 81301
  • Lot Size Acreage: 2-4.99
  • Parcel Id Number: 537125400023
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 506.18
  • Real Estate Included: Yes
  • Realist Id: 5371-254-00-023
  • Residence Stories: Three Story
  • Sale/Rent: For Sale
  • Siding: Stone, Stucco, Wood
  • Street Descriptionaccess: Gravel
  • Street Designation: Drive
  • Tax Account Id: R023736
  • Waterfront Type: River
  • Zoning: Residential Single Family
  • Type: Stick Built
  • Internet Provider: Starlink
  • Internet Service: Yes
  • Total Taxes Dollar: 5166.88
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Foreign Owned Y N: No
  • Prop Description Remarks: If Durango, Colorado is one of your favorite places, then the stunning Animas River Valley framed by its red cliffs is surely forefront in your memories of this famous mountain town among its many awe-inspiring and breathtaking views. The Animas River and its glacial valley are notable for both the serene dramatic setting of meandering glassy waters framed by lush foliage and mountainous red cliffs, and in their capacity to transition your senses from the high-desert of the southwest to the cool high-alpine and rugged peaks of the San Juan Mountains. For many, this river valley has come to symbolize the totality of feeling and spirit that make up “life in the mountains.” This is where you’ll find the finest legacy estate properties in the region, where the meandering river valley frames one of the most opulent landscapes in all of the West. This beloved, remodeled 4-bedroom White Water Ranch has hosted many memories over the years from generational family gatherings to current vacation rentals, nestled on what feels like a private island retreat, ideally located between downtown Durango and Purgatory Ski Resort, at the end of a quiet, private drive. As you approach, you'll cross a charming bridge over the Animas Irrigation canal, where the soothing sound of water cascading over boulders creates a serene ambiance. Your park-like backyard setting opens towards the Animas River, offering a truly special outdoor experience. Enjoy recreational amenities including a full-size basketball court (which could also be utilized for pickleball), a spacious deck with a hot tub, a lush green lawn with a firepit by the riverbank, and a sizable outbuilding perfect for storing all of your outdoor adventure gear from snowmobiles and ATVs to kayaks and mountain bikes. Upon entering the home, you'll be greeted by soaring ceilings and a wall of glass that floods the space with natural light and stunning mountain views. The main level features a generous living room that flows into an open kitchen and dining area, equipped with top-of-the-line GE Profile double convection wall ovens, a 5-burner cooktop, an LG refrigerator and dishwasher, two wine coolers, and a walk-in pantry. This level also includes a large laundry room, a powder room, and access to the outdoor deck. Upstairs, you'll find the primary bedroom complete with its own expansive deck, a luxurious newly remodeled 5-piece bath, and his and hers walk-in closets, which also lead to a spacious attic loft storage area. The upper level further features a cozy family room with a fireplace, additional bedrooms, an office, library, and two more bathrooms. The lower level is a fully finished basement with two separate rooms, perfect for a family room, game room, home theater, fitness area, or whatever your imagination conjures. There is also a separate lock-off storage room / owner's closet for ski gear and more! This home is the epitome of a vibrant Durango lifestyle and offered with furnishings negotiable, allowing you to seamlessly move in right away to enjoy all it has to offer, including the ability to enjoy revenue with its solid rental history. The lush landscape of this property is maintained with water rights shares to transfer to the new owner, and utilities are simple with central water and natural gas. Your private oasis retreat awaits you!
  • Subdv Name: Animas Springs
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 20

Interior Features

  • Dining Room: Kitchen Bar, Kitchen/Dining
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Carpet-Partial, Tile, Laminate, Engineered Flooring
  • Estimated Total Sq Ft: 5828
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarters: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Location Type: Bedroom, Living Room
  • Foundation: Basement-finished
  • Great Room: Yes
  • Master Bedroom Level: Upper Level
  • Total Office Den: 2

Exterior Features

  • Windows: Double Pane
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame, Stone
  • Exterior Structures: Metal Building, Shed
  • Roof: Metal
  • Views: Mountains, Valley, Stream/River
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Capacity: 3

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas, Cable TV, Internet, Phone - Cell Reception, Phone - Landline
  • Electric Supplier: La Plata Electric Association
  • Gas Supplier: Atmos Energy
  • Heating System: Forced Air
  • Irrigation Water Description Amount: Class B - 2 shares
  • Irrigation Water District: Animas Consolidated Ditch
  • Sewer Supplier: Septic
  • Water Heater: Gas Water Heater
  • Water Rights Irrigation: Yes
  • Water Supplier: Animas Water Company

Schools

  • Elementary School: Animas Valley K-5
  • Middle School: Miller 6-8
  • High School: Durango 9-12
  • High School: Durango 9-12

Lot Info

  • Geo Subdivision: CO

Rental Info

  • Furnished: Furnished

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Animas Valley K-5
  • Middle School: Miller 6-8

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,167 $148,860 $52,170 $96,690
2024 $4,444 $102,440 $40,010 $62,430
2023 $4,444 $106,150 $41,460 $64,690
2022 $3,985 $90,870 $38,580 $52,290
2021 $4,009 $93,480 $39,690 $53,790
2020 $3,653 $87,730 $36,960 $50,770
2019 $3,506 $87,730 $36,960 $50,770
2018 $3,518 $89,030 $35,090 $53,940
2017 $3,446 $89,030 $35,090 $53,940
2016 $3,297 $92,120 $37,440 $54,680
2015 $3,107 $92,120 $37,440 $54,680
2014 $1,485 $84,930 $34,410 $50,520
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2025 08/15/25 For Sale $2,950,000 -- $506 / Sq Ft
Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- Ticor Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Land Title
Special Warranty Deed $820,000 Land Title
Trustee Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed $5,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $534,900 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

MLS Number: 827677

Colorado Real Estate Network (CREN)

APN: R023736