Lovely 2094 sq ft home on 2.7 acres in Rafter J, minutes from downtown Durango! With a new roof and new carpet, this three bedroom, two bath home features two wood burning fireplaces, an open floor plan kitchen, bonus laundry room, and two living rooms providing ample space for entertaining. Set back in the pines, it has an outdoor entertainment/ living space including a spacious covered front porch and multiple large tiered decks as well as numerous landscaping opportunities and water features. The property also includes a greenhouse and storage sheds on the grounds, perfect for any outdoor enthusiasts who own lots of gear! Last but not least, this home is conveniently located minutes away from the newly opened Lake Nighthorse recreational area to enjoy summer activities with your family. Do not miss this great opportunity to live close to town yet surrounded by nature!
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
2.7 acresLot Size
$322Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sean Brinley• SCB and Associates
Bought with Kim Rodgers• RE/MAX Pinnacle
Source:cren #746265
Redfin Estimate
$754,442
$74K since sold in February 2023$16K since October
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Lovely 2094 sq ft home on 2.7 acres in Rafter J, minutes from downtown Durango! With a new roof and new carpet, this three bedroom, two bath home features two wood burning fireplaces, an open floor plan kitchen, bonus laundry room, and two living rooms providing ample space for entertaining. Set back in the pines, it has an outdoor entertainment/ living space including a spacious covered front porch and multiple large tiered decks as well as numerous landscaping opportunities and water features. The property also includes a greenhouse and storage sheds on the grounds, perfect for any outdoor enthusiasts who own lots of gear! Last but not least, this home is conveniently located minutes away from the newly opened Lake Nighthorse recreational area to enjoy summer activities with your family. Do not miss this great opportunity to live close to town yet surrounded by nature!
cren #721873
Jan 12, 2017
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2016
Listed
$425,000
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,436 (+38.7%)
$9,250 + $35,150
$44,400
2024
$1,757 (+52.1%)
$9,250 + $35,150
$44,400
2023
$1,155 (+10.7%)
$7,090 + $20,420
$27,510
2022
$1,044 (−0.5%)
$6,390 + $18,190
$24,580
2021
$1,049 (+11.7%)
$6,580 + $18,710
$25,290
2020
$939 (+11.5%)
$6,580 + $16,760
$23,340
2019
$842 (+10.2%)
$6,580 + $15,250
$21,830
2018
$764 (+2.1%)
$6,580 + $15,250
$21,830
2017
$748 (+4.9%)
$6,620 + $13,210
$19,830
2016
$713 (+18.4%)
$7,710 + $12,780
$20,490
2014
$602
$7,710 + $12,780
$20,490
Tax history for 51 Wildcat Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,436 (+38.7%)
$9,250 + $35,150
$44,400
2024
$1,757 (+52.1%)
$9,250 + $35,150
$44,400
2023
$1,155 (+10.7%)
$7,090 + $20,420
$27,510
2022
$1,044 (−0.5%)
$6,390 + $18,190
$24,580
2021
$1,049 (+11.7%)
$6,580 + $18,710
$25,290
2020
$939 (+11.5%)
$6,580 + $16,760
$23,340
2019
$842 (+10.2%)
$6,580 + $15,250
$21,830
2018
$764 (+2.1%)
$6,580 + $15,250
$21,830
2017
$748 (+4.9%)
$6,620 + $13,210
$19,830
2016
$713 (+18.4%)
$7,710 + $12,780
$20,490
2014
$602
$7,710 + $12,780
$20,490
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Jun 18, 2024 • Final
Residential - addition
Addition
Apr 17, 2023 • Final
Residential - deck/porch
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
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Conventional
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: RAFTER J OPEN A
Living Sq. Ft: 2,346
Building Sq. Ft: 2,346
Legal Description: SUBDIVISION: RAFTER J OPEN A LOT: 6A RESUB LOTS 4,6,21, RAFTER J 51 WILDCAT RD DURANGO 81303
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 117,612
Legal Lot Number: 4
Acres: 2.7
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,346
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: La Plata County
APN: R013585
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Fort Lewis Mesa Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 11.3mi
8/10
Escalante Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
Durango High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
9/10
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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
16% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 87° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Durango, CO • 81303
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In this area, properties receive around 11.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$717,000 – $868,000
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