One of a kind property! The Historic "Rapp House" log cabin built in 1948 has been recently renovated to offer modern luxury, convenience and amenities while retaining its classic mountain and historic charm. This home has 5 possible bedrooms, 3 updated bathrooms, forced air heat and air conditioning. Relax in the comfortable living room with an impressive rock fireplace and T & G ceilings. The completely renovated kitchen features stainless appliances and modern updates such as a stainless steal work counter, yet retains character with the original "Great Majestic" 6 burner wood stove. Cook a mountain feast in luxury! Fabulous cliff views and wrap around deck add to the ambiance. The cabin sits on over 3 prime Animas Valley acres (wood cross fenced) and offers plenty of room to explore. Enjoy the 3 tranquil spring fed ponds as well as a hot tub, and fire pit. There is a detached garage with workshop, and a separate storage/stall area with history built into it as well (bits of the old Durango fairgrounds). A Huge plus for this properties location, besides the PRIME location, is the very easy year round access. No long dirt road or steep drive to contend with. The historic cabin is only 5 miles from Purgatory (Durango Mountain Resort) and 19 miles from historic downtown Durango. The cabin sits at the entrance to Electra Lake, perhaps one of the most extraordinary lakes in all of the mountain west. You can enjoy boating, fishing, paddle boarding, hiking, or dining on the lake in a historic sporting club built in 1928. Once you get to the lake, the views over the lake and mountains are breathtaking! Haviland Lake is also a short 5 minute drive. The area surrounding the home is called Lakewood Meadows, and it’s appropriately named for it’s beautiful wildflower meadows, incredible mountain and Hermosa Cliffs views. The Rapp House would make an exceptional primary or second home (with income potential if desired). Current owner has verifiable documentation of rental history from times when not in their use (30k a year). This is a popular destination!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
3.17 acresLot Size
$555Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Tina Bonecutter• Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, LLC
Bought with Tina Bonecutter• Keller Williams Realty Southwest Associates, LLC
This historic log home commonly known as the “Rapp House” has been completely remodeled to give it all the modern comforts but keeping with the old fashioned charm. As you enter the home from the wrap around deck, you will be greeted by a large living area. The rock faced wood-burning fireplace is quite the focal point and will be a joy come the winter months…even though home has been updated with force air heat and air conditioning. The kitchen boasts a stainless steal counter / workspace with quality cabinets, microwave, range, refrigerator, dishwasher, plus the original Great Majestic 6 burner woodstove. From the kitchen area you can access one of the bedrooms along with a full bath that is accented with slate tile and rusted corrugated steel, keeping with the western flair of the home. Across from the bathroom is a home office / study area with wood wrapped walls. As you travel up the hand carved banister / staircase you will be surprised to find three more bedrooms plus two bathrooms! The master bedroom and bath are to one side of the second floor with a large walk in closet. Laundry area is also on this floor, right where it is needs to be…. no carrying laundry up to the bedrooms! There is one more floor to this cuddly cabin. A loft on the third level that holds three more beds to make this area perfect for visiting children or a retreat / game room . As you step back outside you will be taken by the manicured flower beds planted with native blooming plants and mature trees to provide great shade on those Summer days. A porch that says “come sit here with a cold or warm drink and enjoy what the San Juan Mountains have to offer”. To the right of the house is a 1 car garage with an attached workshop area. All this on over 3 acres of land. Currently this home sleeps 11 and has been used as a vacation rental. It comes furnished with everything down to the bed, silverware and glassware! Great for someone looking for a home in the mountains where they can share with family and friend, rent out when not in use or make it your new full time home. Located minutes from Durango Mountain Resort, The Rapp Coral for horseback riding and 20 minutes from downtown Durango!
Public Records
Apr 5, 2004
Sold
$388,100
$161/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,435 (+45.3%)
$11,040 + $51,550
$62,590
2024
$2,363 (+16.8%)
$11,040 + $51,550
$62,590
2023
$2,023 (−5.6%)
$10,820 + $37,370
$48,190
2022
$2,144 (−0.5%)
$9,310 + $41,180
$50,490
2021
$2,155 (+11.0%)
$9,580 + $42,370
$51,950
2020
$1,942 (+4.3%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2019
$1,862 (+12.3%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2018
$1,658 (+2.1%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2017
$1,623 (+11.9%)
$8,620 + $34,410
$43,030
2016
$1,450 (+57.8%)
$8,620 + $33,050
$41,670
2014
$919
$8,620 + $33,050
$41,670
Tax history for 47 Electra Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,435 (+45.3%)
$11,040 + $51,550
$62,590
2024
$2,363 (+16.8%)
$11,040 + $51,550
$62,590
2023
$2,023 (−5.6%)
$10,820 + $37,370
$48,190
2022
$2,144 (−0.5%)
$9,310 + $41,180
$50,490
2021
$2,155 (+11.0%)
$9,580 + $42,370
$51,950
2020
$1,942 (+4.3%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2019
$1,862 (+12.3%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2018
$1,658 (+2.1%)
$9,170 + $39,100
$48,270
2017
$1,623 (+11.9%)
$8,620 + $34,410
$43,030
2016
$1,450 (+57.8%)
$8,620 + $33,050
$41,670
2014
$919
$8,620 + $33,050
$41,670
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.17 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,418
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
La Plata County
APN
R427795
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, RV Access/Parking
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Information: Crawl Space
Room 1 Information
Master Bedroom
Level: Upper
Laundry Information
Features: Washer Hookup
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Propane Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Water Purifier, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Window Coverings
Flooring: Hardwood, Partially Carpeted, Tile
Other Features: Tongue and Groove Ceiling(s), Living/Dining Room, Pantry, Upper Level Primary, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 3
Roof Details: Metal
Construction Details: Log, Wood Siding, Stick Built
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Landscaping, Shed, Propane Tank - Owned
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Other Structures: Garage(s), Shed(s), Workshop
Security Features: Security System
Fencing: Cross Fenced, Partial
Pool and Spa Information
Has Spa
Land Information
Has Irrigation Water Rights
Current Use: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 3.17
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Wooded
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Is Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek, Pond, Seasonal
Zoning Description: Residential Single Family
Property Information
Has View
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,416
Tax Year: 2015
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Shared Well
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Propane, Wood, Wood Stove, Forced Air
Location
HOA Information
Has Home Owners Association
Association Name: TBD
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,418
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.17 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: La Plata County
APN: R427795
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Animas Valley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.8mi
7/10
Miller Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 18.4mi
7/10
Durango High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 18.7mi
9/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 82° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.27M – $1.54M
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