Log home with classic Colorado charm, nestled on 5 acres in Rafter J. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath log home offers peace of mind with a brand-new septic system. A separate 1-bedroom loft apartment, built off the back of the detached garage, provides potential rental income or a comfortable guest or hobby space. Step onto the back deck to take in the mountain views from the hot tub, or let pets roam freely in the fenced yard. The two-car garage includes an attached carport, and a versatile outbuilding—ideal for storage or as a horse loafing shed—adds extra functionality to this inviting mountain retreat. Conveniently located just 10 minutes from Durango and Lake Nighthorse.
Single-familyProperty Type
1981Year Built
5 acresLot Size
$379Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Rebecca Applegate• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Listed by Kathy Hall• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Bought with Denise Baca• Your Castle Real Estate, LLC
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,500
Year built
1981
Style
Single Family Residential
County
La Plata County
APN
R010055
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
Jul 25, 2024 • Final
Building full structure
Work on a single-family home.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carpot
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior Features
Unfurnished
Other Features: Main Level Primary, Wood Burning Stove
Exterior
Building Information
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Log, Stick Built
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Hot Tub/Spa
Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s)
Pool and Spa Information
Has Spa
Land Information
Current Use: Residential, Single Family
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 5
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning Description: Residential Single Family
Property Information
Has VIew
Attached Property
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $2,004.24
Tax Year: 2025
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, High Speed Internet Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Geothermal, Wood
Location
HOA Information
Has Association
Association Name: Rafter J
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,500
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1981
Year Renovated: —
County: La Plata County
APN: R010055
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 12.5mi
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Escalante Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
Durango High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.5mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
17% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 87° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$844,000 – $1.02M
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