If you like sophisticated country living, my fifth rated community, may be exactly what you’re looking for. Shenandoah is an upscale community about 12 minutes west of Durango. Most of the homes were custom-built from 1995 and 2005; the typical lot is between 3 and 10 acres. The community has paved roads, underground utilities and central water. Horses are allowed in the community. Some homes have great valley and Lake Nighthorse views. Homes in Shenandoah sold in the $750,000 to $2.5M range during 2021/22, with an average price of $1.402M.
Five reasons you’ll love Shenandoah:
- Convenient location about 12 minutes from town
- Beautiful topography, trees, and foliage.
- Paved roads and central water.
- Large lots, some homes have great views
- Near public lands and Lake Nighthorse
| Attributes | Comments | Rating 1-10 |
| Quality of Roads | All Paved, community roads are in good condition | 8 |
| Distance to pavement | On pavement | n/a |
| Distance to Town | 11 minutes | 8 |
| Distance to nearest gas and convenience store | 9minutes | 8 |
| Snow Levels | Moderate to high | 4 |
| Lot Sizes | Typically 3 to 20 acres | 9 |
| Proximity to Schools | 16 minutes to elementary, middle, and high schools | 5 |
| Natural Gas Availability | no | 1 |
| Road / Other Noise | none | 10 |
| Proximity to poorly maintained homes | Almost all of the homes are well maintained | 9 |
| Views | Some homes have views of the La Plata Mountains, open space, and/or Lake Nighthorse | 8 |
| Central Water | Yes – currently water limits | 7 |
| Central Sewer | no | 1 |
| Age of area homes | Predominantly built between 1995 and 2005 | 8 |
| Architectural Requirements | Some, not very restrictive | 7 |
| Value for Your Money | Good Value in this price range | 8 |
| Appreciation Potential | Fair, nice community with prices under $1 million | 6 |
| Area Landscaping | Mostly natural – Landscaping around most homes is nice. | 7 |
| Amenities | none | 1 |
| Recreation/Facilities Nearby | Trails, public land, and Lake Nighthorse | 3 |
| Average Ratings | 6.21 | |
