Rounding out my best communities at number six is the Rafter J and King Mountain subdivisions. They are located about 10 minutes west of town in the tall pines. Some homes on the ridge have spectacular La Plata Mountain views. The community has paved roads. Most of the homes in this price Range were built between 1990 and 2010. Nice homes in Rafter J typically sell in the $700,000 to $1M range. King Mountain homes sold in the $1.025M to $1.645M range during 2021/22, with an average price of $1.246M. If you like being in the mountains and close to town, Rafter J and King Mountain should be on your short list.
Five reasons you’ll love Rafter J and King Mountain:
- Convenient location about 10 minutes from town
- Beautiful topography, trees, and foliage.
- Paved roads and central water.
- Good value for your money
- Near public lands and Lake Nighthorse
| Attributes | Comments | Rating 1-10 |
| Quality of Roads | All Paved, community roads are in average condition | 7 |
| Distance to pavement | On pavement | n/a |
| Distance to Town | 10 minutes | 8 |
| Distance to nearest gas and convenience store | 8minutes | 8 |
| Snow Levels | Moderate to high | 3 |
| Lot Sizes | Typically 3 to 5 acres | 8 |
| Proximity to Schools | 15 minutes to elementary, middle, and high schools | 5 |
| Natural Gas Availability | no | 1 |
| Road / Other Noise | none | 10 |
| Proximity to poorly maintained homes | Most of the homes are well maintained, there are a few marginally maintained homes in the community. | 7 |
| Views | Some homes have views of the La Plata Mountains and open space | 6 |
| Central Water | Yes – currently water limits | 7 |
| Central Sewer | no | 1 |
| Age of area homes | Predominantly built between 1970 and 2000 | 4 |
| Architectural Requirements | None | 10 |
| Value for Your Money | Good Value | 8 |
| Appreciation Potential | Good, nice community with moderate prices | 7 |
| Area Landscaping | Mostly natural | 5 |
| Amenities | none | 1 |
| Recreation/Facilities Nearby | Trails and public land | 3 |
| Average Ratings | 5.74 | |
