1840 W 3rd Ave

Durango, CO 81301

$750,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
1,808 Sq. Ft.
$415 / Sq. Ft.
1,808
Sq. Ft.
$415
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold Cren Member 5/6/26
Sold Cren Member 5/6/26
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Description

Location, location, location! This charming home with a detached cottage (ADU) is perfectly situated on desirable West 3rd Avenue, offering easy access to schools, downtown, the river trail, parks, and endless hiking and biking paths. The property is designated as a "legal non-conforming use" which allows BOTH units to be rented. The main house features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, while the cottage offers a comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with its own parking and alley access. Recent improvements...Location, location, location! This charming home with a detached cottage (ADU) is perfectly situated on desirable West 3rd Avenue, offering easy access to schools, downtown, the river trail, parks, and endless hiking and biking paths. The property is designated as a "legal non-conforming use" which allows BOTH units to be rented. The main house features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, while the cottage offers a comfortable 1-bedroom, 1-bath layout with its own parking and alley access. Recent improvements include new stucco; windows; exterior trim, windows and doors were professionally painted for both structure; tree trimming; and new gas oven in front house. The cottage was updated including new vinyl flooring, pedestal bath sink and cabinets, hot water heater, faucets, new refrigerator, paved parking area and a new heater placed in the outside accessible heater closet. The sidewalk was replaced along West Third Ave. The fenced backyard features a lawn, mature trees and shrubbery. A long driveway allows for plenty of parking or the potential to add a garage. The basement is easily accessible and provides great space for storage. Both units have been long-term rentals. Great flexibility— and investment opportunity! Live in one and rent the other for additional income and/or to offset your mortgage. Opportunities like this don’t come along often—especially in such a prime location!
  1. Listed by Ashley Kerlin • The Wells Group of Durango, LLC
  2. Listed by Abbi Munn • The Wells Group of Durango, LLC

Property Details for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

Water Front
No
Subdv Name
Not Applicable
LISTING UPDATED: 05/07/2026 09:58 AM

Property Details for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

StatusSold Cren Member
MLS #829441
Days on Market195
Taxes$2,727 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Stick Built
Year Built1889
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
CountyLa Plata County
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Listing Courtesy of The Wells Group of Durango, LLC, Ashley Kerlin; The Wells Group of Durango, LLC, Abbi Munn

Sold By Durango Land and Homes, Christina Rinderle

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Building Information for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

Stories1Year Built1889Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

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Property Information for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Head North on Main Ave. and turn left on W 18th Street. Turn right on W 3rd. House is on your right, 1840 W 3rd Ave.
Parking
  • RV Parking: No
  • Carport Y/N: No
  • Garage Y/N: No
School Information
  • Elementary School: Needham K-5
  • Middle School: Miller 6-8
  • High School: Durango 9-12
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Account ID: R008718
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Total Taxes $: 2726.80
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Domestic Water Source: City Water
  • Domestic Sewer Source: Public Sewer
  • FIPS Code: 08067
  • Legal/Lot Block: NORTH DURANGO Block: 35 Lot: 10 N DGO
  • Foreign Owned Y/N: No
  • Photo Count: 33
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Disclosures: Lead Base Paint
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: No
  • Lot Size/Acerage: Less than .25
  • Current Property Use: Residential
  • Parcel ID #: 5.66520305007E11
Green Features
  • Green Certification Y/N: No
  • HERS Rated Y/N: No
  • Energy Star Qualified Y/N: No
  • LEED for Homes Y/N: No
  • NAHB/NGBS-ICC 700 Y/N: No
Utilities
  • Internet Service Y/N: Yes
  • Internet Provider: Charter Spectrum
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas, Internet
  • Addit Living Quarters: Yes
  • Water Well: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Residence Stories: One Story
Interior and Exterior Features
Room Information
  • 1/2 Baths: 0
  • 3/4 Baths: 0
  • 1/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Total Office/Den(s): 0
Interior Features
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Addit Living Type: Private Entrance apt
  • Florring: Carpet-Partial, Vinyl
  • Foundation/ Basement: Basement-unfinished
  • Heating Fuel/Source: Natural Gas
  • Appliance Inclusions: Range/Oven, Refrigerator
  • Heating System: Hot Water Baseboard, Boiler
  • Interior Inclusion: W/D Hookup
Exterior Features
  • Residence Style: Bungalow
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Roof: Metal
  • Siding: Stucco
  • Exterior Structures: Guest House, Shed

Property History for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2026

Sold

CRENMLS #829441

$750,000—
Apr 2, 2026

Pending

CRENMLS #829441

—
Mar 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #829441

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2026

Sold

CRENMLS #829441

$750,000
04/02/2026

Pending

CRENMLS #829441

—
03/19/2026

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #829441

—

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Public Records for 1840 West 3rd Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$15,260Additions$37,910Total$53,170
Tax Record2025$2,815 ($235 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,106 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,106 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,970 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1889CountyLA PLATAAPN5665-203-05-007

Schools near 1840 West 3rd Avenue

This home is within Durango 9-R School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Needham Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Miller Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Durango High School
Public - 9 to 12
Durango Big Picture High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Needham Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Miller Middle School
Public6 to 8

Durango High School
Public9 to 12

Durango Big Picture High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of The Wells Group of Durango, LLC, Ashley Kerlin; The Wells Group of Durango, LLC, Abbi Munn

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