River Gate Condominiums is my number one community in the Condominiums Over $450,000 category, with a rating of 7.2/10; these beautiful homes are located within the southern city limits next to the Animas River. The river walk runs along the community and there are views of the river and Smelter Mountain. Some of the homes on the river side have magnificent views. condos sold in the $385,000 to $929,000 range during 2021/22, with an average price of $558,250. They are a must see if you like walking or biking on the river trail and being near the river.
Five reasons you’ll love living at Rivergate Lofts:
- Some homes have great views
- River Trail and Animas River is right in front
- Underground parking
- Convenient in-town location
- It’s easy to walk or bike downtown
| Attributes | Comments | Rating 1-10 |
| Quality of Roads | All paved | 10 |
| Distance to Town | In town, 8 minutes to downtown | 8 |
| Snow Levels | Moderate to low | 9 |
| Yard / Patio Size | small decks | 5 |
| Proximity to Schools | 4 minutes to elementary, 12 minutes to middle and high schools | 8 |
| Natural Gas Availability | yes | 10 |
| Road / Other Noise | Some units facing west have low noise from Highway 550 | 7 |
| Proximity to poorly maintained homes | No other homes in the immediate area | n/a |
| Views | Some units have mountain views, river views, and views downward into the Bodo Park area | 7 |
| Central Water/Sewer | yes | 10 |
| Age of area homes | No homes in immediate area | n/a |
| Value for Your Money | Average value | 5 |
| Appreciation Potential | Average | 5 |
| Ratings for Condominiums, Planned Unit Developments, and Townhomes | ||
| Floorplans | 1, 2, and 3 bedroom units are available floorplans are good | 8 |
| Age of Community | 2005 | 8 |
| Interior Finishes | Standard plus when built – contemporary | 7 |
| Financing Availability | Conventional with 10% down | 7 |
| Landscaping | Basic and well maintained | 5 |
| Garages | Units either have 1 or 2 parking spots in common garage under the buildings | 6 |
| Owner Occupancy | Most units are owner-occupied some rentals | 8 |
| Amenities | None, right on Animas River | 5 |
| HOA dues | $209 to $513 per month | 6 |
| Average Ratings | 7.2 | |
