8243 County Road 203

Durango, CO 81301

$2,995,000
Price
5
Beds
4,023 Sq. Ft.
$744 / Sq. Ft.
4,023
Sq. Ft.
$744
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Tucked away on 3.85 private, pristine acres in the highly desirable Animas Valley, this extraordinary luxury estate offers an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle with unobstructed, panoramic vistas of the Hermosa Cliffs and Missionary Ridge. The meticulously manicured grounds serve as a true sanctuary, boasting an impressive 900 linear feet of pristine Hermosa Creek frontage, water rights and flows from the Hermosa and Animas Consolidated Ditches, two scenic ponds, lush lawns, and a mature forest....Tucked away on 3.85 private, pristine acres in the highly desirable Animas Valley, this extraordinary luxury estate offers an unparalleled waterfront lifestyle with unobstructed, panoramic vistas of the Hermosa Cliffs and Missionary Ridge. The meticulously manicured grounds serve as a true sanctuary, boasting an impressive 900 linear feet of pristine Hermosa Creek frontage, water rights and flows from the Hermosa and Animas Consolidated Ditches, two scenic ponds, lush lawns, and a mature forest. Inside, the custom-built 3,654-square-foot residence features 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, anchored by a magnificent great room with towering cathedral ceilings, exposed timber beams, a cozy gas fireplace, and a massive wall of windows that frame the scenery. The gourmet epicurean kitchen is fully equipped with elite appliances, rich granite countertops, and a generous center island that flows seamlessly into the open dining area, making it perfect for entertaining. The main-level primary oasis is a recently renovated master suite exuding classic elegance, complete with a dual-sided gas fireplace, deep soaking tub, separate custom walk-in shower, and a spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, the flexible layout houses a quiet office space and a large bonus room or potential secondary master suite that functions beautifully as elite guest quarters. Built for premium comfort and seamless indoor-outdoor living, the home features wrapping exterior decks with an integrated hot tub, a built-in home sound system, evaporative cooling, and radiant floor/baseboard heating. Complete with an attached three-car garage with a custom storage wing, this home has been meticulously maintained to offer a Durango legacy property. This home has been used as an Airbnb with total income of $133K in 2024 and $182K in 2025.
  1. Listed by Katie Sturm • Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty
  2. Listed by Melissa Mayer • Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty

Property Details for 8243 County Road 203

Water Front
Yes
Zoning
Residential Single Family
Views
Lake/Pond/Reservoir, Mountains, Stream/River, Valley
Waterfront
Creek
Subdv Name
Other
LISTING UPDATED: 07/08/2026 11:08 AM

Property Details for 8243 County Road 203

StatusNew
MLS #836928
Days on Market1
Taxes$13,900 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Stick Built
Year Built1994
Lot Size3.85 AC / 167,706 SF
CountyLa Plata County
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Listing Courtesy of Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty, Katie Sturm; Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty, Melissa Mayer
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Building Information for 8243 County Road 203

Stories2Year Built1994Building Size-Lot Size3.85 AC / 167,706 SF

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Property Information for 8243 County Road 203

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Highway 550 North to Hermosa, Left to CR 203 to address just south of Hermosa Creek bridge.
Parking
  • RV Parking: No
  • Carport Y/N: No
  • Garage Type: Attached Garage
  • Garage Capacity: 3
  • Garage Y/N: Yes
School Information
  • Elementary School: Animas Valley K-5
  • Middle School: Miller 6-8
  • High School: Durango 9-12
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Account ID: R426480
  • HOA Y/N: No
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Total Taxes $: 13900
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Domestic Water Source: Central Water
  • Domestic Sewer Source: Public Sewer
  • FIPS Code: 08067
  • Legal/Lot Block: Section: 3 Township: 36 Range: 9 TR IN E/2 AKA TR III, WESTERBERG PROPERTIES (SURVEY) #878975 8243 CR 203 DURANGO 81301 and Section: 3 Township: 36 Range: 9 ALL TH PT SW/4NE/4 LYG S HERMOSA CREEK LESS PT
  • Foreign Owned Y/N: No
  • Photo Count: 43
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Disclosures: Deed Restrictions, Covenants, Ditch Easements, Pets Allowed, Property Disclosure
Lot Information
  • Special Assemnt Y/N: No
  • Water Rights/Irrigation: Yes
  • Lot Size/Acerage: 2-4.99
  • Current Property Use: Mountain Recreation, Recreational, Residential
  • Possible Property Use: Mountain Recreation, Recreational, Residential
  • Lot Dimension: 3.85
  • Parcel ID #: 5.59703100171E11
  • SqFt Source: iTax
  • Property Description: Cleared, Cul-de-sac
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
  • Irrigation/Water District: Hermosa Ditch
  • Internet Service Y/N: Yes
  • Internet Provider: Spectrum/Charter
  • Water Heater: Gas Water Heater
  • Utilities: Electric, Internet, Natural Gas, Phone - Cell Reception, Phone - Landline
  • Addit Living Quarters: No
  • Water Well: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Residence Stories: Two Story
Interior and Exterior Features
Room Information
  • 1/2 Baths: 1
  • 3/4 Baths: 0
  • 1/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Primary Bedroom Level: Main Level
  • Dining: Kitchen Bar, Kitchen/Dining
  • Total Office/Den(s): 0
Interior Features
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Florring: Carpet-Partial, Hardwood, Tile
  • Foundation/ Basement: Crawl Space
  • Heating Fuel/Source: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central A/C, Mini Split system
  • Appliance Inclusions: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating System: Hot Water Baseboard
  • Interior Inclusion: Window Coverings, Wired/Cable TV, All Furnishings, W/D Hookup, Vaulted Ceiling, Granite Counters, Pantry, Walk In Closet, Garage Door Opener, Media Room
  • Fireplace/Location/ Type: Bedroom, Den/Family Room, Gas Logs, Gas Starters, Glass Doors
Exterior Features
  • Residence Style: Raised Ranch, Contemporary
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame
  • Roof: Composition
  • Exterior Inclusions: Covered Porch, Deck, Irrigation Pump, Irrigation Water, Landscaping, Lawn Sprinklers
  • Windows: Double Pane

Property History for 8243 County Road 203

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #836928

$2,995,000—
Nov 16, 2018

Sold

CRENMLS #743906

$1,500,000—
Nov 13, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634551489

$1,500,000

+1.8% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/06/2026

Listed (Active)

CRENMLS #836928

$2,995,000
11/16/2018

Sold

CRENMLS #743906

$1,500,000
11/13/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #634551489

$1,500,000

+1.8% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8243 County Road 203

Taxable ValueLand$44,770Additions$151,850Total$196,620
Tax Record2025$11,040 ($920 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,023 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,023 SqFtStories2Lot Size60,984 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1994CountyLA PLATAAPN5597-031-00-171

Schools near 8243 County Road 203

This home is within Durango 9-R School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Animas Valley Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Miller Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Durango High School
Public - 9 to 12
District 9-R Shared School
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Animas Valley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Miller Middle School
Public6 to 8

Durango High School
Public9 to 12

District 9-R Shared School
PublicK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 8243 County Road 203, Durango, CO 81301

8243 County Road 203 is a single family home for sale in Durango, CO 81301. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2026 by Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty, it's currently listed at $2,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on November 16, 2018. This listing's school district is Durango 9-R School District. Nearby schools include Animas Valley Elementary School, Miller Middle School and Durango High School. 8243 County Road 203 is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 4,023 sqft single family home built in 1994.

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Listing Courtesy of Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty, Katie Sturm; Legacy Properties West Sotheby's Int. Realty, Melissa Mayer

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