
Land with Home for Sale in Durango, Colorado
720 Sawmill Rd, Durango, CO 81301
Experience the perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility in this exceptional Durango retreat. Set on 3.6 fully fenced acres with desirable southern exposure, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home offers privacy, tranquility, and stunning natural surroundings—all while being just 7 minutes from Lake Nighthorse and only 12 minutes from downtown Durango.
Accessed by a paved private road and connected to central water, this well-built home offers the perfect blend of convenience, practicality, and lasting quality. The heart of the home features an easy flow between indoor and outdoor living, with the kitchen opening directly onto an expansive deck—perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and taking in the breathtaking views and peaceful setting.
Nature lovers will appreciate the private trail leading from the backyard to a secluded woodland seating area, creating a true retreat right outside your door. Ample storage is provided with two attached storage units plus an outdoor shed, offering plenty of room for tools, gear, and recreational equipment.
This is a rare opportunity to enjoy quiet country living with easy access to recreation, town, and everyday amenities. More than a home, this is a peaceful Colorado sanctuary.
- Listed by Denise Baca, (303) 775-0511, Your Castle Real Estate
Location
- Street address
- 720 Sawmill Rd
- County
- La Plata County
- Community
- Rafter J
- School district
- Durango 9-R
- Elevation
- 7,350 feet
Directions
from Durango, go west to Hwy 141 aka Wildcat Canyon Rd. to the Rafter J entrance, north to Ridge Road on your right, then to Sawmill, also on the right, then the home will be on your right, towards the end of the road
Property details
- Acreage
- 3.6 acres
- Zoning
- residential
- Access
- Private road
- MLS #
- REcolorado 7957789
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $2,128
Expenses
- Homeowner Association Fee
- $1,650 annually
Parcels
- R019909
Legal description
SUBDIVISION: RAFTER J OPEN A LOT: 202A 720 SAWMILL RD DURANGO 81303
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Terms
- Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
- Possession
- Closing/DOD
Location
- Incorporated
- Yes
Community
- Association
- Rafter J HOA
- Fee Includes
- Road Maintenance
Lot
- Vegetation
- Brush, Partially Wooded
- Road Frontage
- Private Road, Year Round
- Road Surface
- Paved
- Road Responsibility
- Private Maintained Road
- Exposure
- Southwest
- View
- Mountain(s), Valley
- Features
- Many Trees, Rolling Slope, Sloped
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 1
- Parking
- Concrete, Exterior Access Door, Gravel
- Garage
- Attached
- Fencing
- Full
- Outdoor Spaces
- Deck, Patio
- Features
- Private Yard
Structure
- Type
- House
- Style
- Contemporary
- Levels
- Two
- Basement
- Finished
- Electric
- 220 Volts
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Septic Tank
- Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
- Materials
- Block, Frame, Wood Siding
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Above Grade
- 1,176 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 728 sq ft
- Rooms
- Bathroom Full x 2, Bathroom Three Quarter, Bedroom x 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Fireplaces
- Basement, Free Standing, Gas
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-In Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Suite
Property utilities
| Category | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Grid | Connected |
| Water | Public | Available |
| Sewage | Septic System | Connected |
| Gas | Propane | Connected |
Nearby schools
| Name | Type | District |
|---|---|---|
| Park | Elementary | Durango 9-R |
| Escalante | Middle | Durango 9-R |
| Durango | High | Durango 9-R |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | New listing | $709,000 | — | CREN |








































