Just a few miles northeast of downtown Durango, where Florida Road (pronounced Flor-ee-da) gradually rolls into picturesque ponderosa pines, sits one of our area’s most established and sought-after places to live: Edgemont. For buyers looking for the feel of mountain living without sacrificing an easy drive to town, Edgemont has been meeting those criteria for decades.
To be clear-Edgemont isn’t a single subdivision so much as a connected community of neighborhoods, and today it’s commonly categorized into three sections: Edgemont Ranch, Edgemont Highlands, and Edgemont Meadows. Each has its own character, its own pace of development, and its own kind of buyer.
Where Is Edgemont?
Edgemont sits roughly six and a half miles northeast of historic downtown Durango, reached by following Florida Road (County Road 240) east out of town. Despite that close-to-town location, many residents reach downtown in well under fifteen minutes, though the neighborhood setting gives the feeling of being worlds away. Towering ponderosa pines and Gambel oak blanket the hillsides, the streets are peaceful, and open green space is woven throughout. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you spot the oversized iron pinecone and acorn sculptures near the entrances.
Immediate access to the outdoors is one of the many things that make all the Edgemont neighborhoods so appealing. They are interspersed with miles of trails for hiking, trail running, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing. Residents can enjoy private fishing access along a portion of the Florida River, a welcome perk for anglers of all ages.
Edgemont Ranch
Edgemont Ranch is the well-established heart of the area, and it offers the widest range of options for buyers. You’ll find everything here from cabins and townhomes to custom single-family homes and buildable lots, with many parcels sitting on an acre or more among mature trees. Because of that variety, the Ranch tends to be the most accessible entry point to Edgemont and one of the few spots in the area with townhome and condo options for buyers seeking lower-maintenance living.
The amenities are a big part of the draw. Residents share more than six miles of trails, a children’s playground, a tennis court, and a covered picnic area and community space that neighbors use for everything from summer potlucks to private gatherings, as well as family-friendly Halloween and Christmas parties. The community also hosts a summer picnic and informal clubs built around fishing, hiking, and snowshoeing. Central water and sewer, paved roads, and plowed streets keep daily life convenient through every season.
Check out some of the homes currently available in Edgemont Ranch.
Edgemont Highlands
North of Florida Road, Edgemont Highlands is the area’s upscale, newer chapter. Home construction here began in 2005, and the neighborhood is made up almost entirely of custom single-family homes set on wooded lots with new-construction opportunities still available for buyers who want to build. Spanning roughly 500 acres, the development set aside close to 200 acres as permanent open space, so many homes back directly to protected land.
Highlands was designed with sustainability in mind. Architectural guidelines encourage green-built homes and native landscaping, so houses sit in harmony with the forest. Residents share a furnished community lodge with a kitchen, meeting space, and patio, plus a community herb garden and miles of private walking trails. One of the trail highlights includes 21 art installations for hikers to discover along the walking path. With names such as “Clay Snake,” “Lichen Tree,” and “Pinecone Circle,” these quirky gems are not to be missed. For buyers seeking a quiet, custom mountain home with room to breathe, the Highlands, including its Timbers and Overlook enclaves, is often the answer.
Check out some of the homes currently available in Edgemont Highlands.
Edgemont Meadows
Edgemont Meadows is the newest section, and it has a sweet origin story that buyers tend to love: the land was originally slated to become a golf course but was instead preserved as open space. The result is a neighborhood with more open, expansive views. Residents look out toward Florida Ridge and across open meadows, with homes tucked comfortably into the trees at the valley’s edge.
Most homes in the Meadows are recent or brand-new construction in a mountain-modern, Craftsman, or farmhouse style. Decks open onto green space where deer and wild turkeys may wander through. Build-ready homesites come with all utilities, including natural gas, buried underground. A practical bonus for everyday life: the neighborhood Meadow Market sits nearby and offers a local grocery and eatery, along with the community’s picnic grounds and events center. Come listen to live music while enjoying a glass of wine or beer. Tapa Nights, Burger Nights, and other themed evenings are also offered, as well as the Sunday Brunch at Meadows Market, which attracts even those Durangoans living off the Edgemont complex.
Check out some of the homes currently available in Edgemont Meadows.
Schools, Shopping, and Everyday Life
Edgemont families are served by Durango School District 9-R, with well-regarded Durango High School among the assigned schools. Day-to-day needs are close at hand: beyond Meadow Market, residents have nearby spots like Bread Bakery, Mountain Dough Baking Company, and local restaurants, such as Pop Sushi.
Additionally, CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital is roughly 8 miles away, and Durango Recreation Center and the Animas River Trail are about 5 miles away. Purgatory Resort’s slopes are a manageable drive north.
A few things worth knowing before you buy: winters can make steep driveways a concern, the area enforces a 20-mph limit to protect residents and wildlife, and fire-wise insurance and defensible space are simply part of responsible ownership in this scenic pine-forested setting.
Is Edgemont Right for You?
Choose Edgemont Ranch for both value and variety, the Highlands for a custom home that “harmoniously blends homes and nature”, or the Meadows for newer homes with open views. All three share the same essentials: pines, trails, river access, and a strong sense of neighborly community and a deep appreciation of nature.
That community spirit is something we care about deeply at Destination DRO. “Community in our hearts” is one of our core values, and we love helping buyers find a home in neighborhoods where that same spirit is already alive.
If you’re considering a move to Edgemont, we’d be glad to walk you through the current listings in any of the three sections and help you find the one that best fits you.
Reach out to us anytime. Your Durango dream home may be closer than you think!
Photos by Woods Photography.