$879,000

549 E 5th Ave Durango, CO 81301

$10,000
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,992 sqft
0.1 acres
$441 / sqft
House

Property details

About 549 E 5th Ave

Charming & Sun-Filled Bungalow in Downtown Durango This beautifully maintained bungalow offers a perfect blend of historic charm and modern convenience in a prime location. Just blocks from over 1,000 acres of open space and trails, Park Elementary School, and a variety of local favorites—including Durango Joe's Coffee, Durango Natural Foods Market, College Drive Cafe, and Homeslice Pizza—this home also provides easy access to Fort Lewis College and all that downtown Durango has to offer. Inside, the home showcases its classic character with original oak hardwood floors and 9' ceilings in the living room and main-level bedrooms. Thoughtful updates over the years have added Saltillo tile in the kitchen, a cozy sunroom, an additional ¾ bathroom, and a spacious, open loft-style bedroom upstairs with laminate flooring and wall unit radiant heating. Modern comforts include built-in surround sound speakers, custom closet organizers, radiant hot-water baseboard heating, a free-standing wood-burning fireplace, and a new water heater (installed in 2018/19). A basement area provides extra storage space. Step outside to a fully fenced, oversized backyard—ideal for gardening with raised beds already in place. A large workshop/gear storage shed sits next to two off-street parking spaces, offering both practicality and potential. Notably, this lot is eligible for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU), presenting an exciting opportunity for additional living space or rental income (buyers should verify setback and design requirements with the City of Durango). Please note: The upstairs loft is included as a bedroom for marketing purposes, though it does not currently have a closet—however, there is ample space to add one. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a charming, well-loved home in an unbeatable location!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Wood, Baseboard, Wood Stove
StatusActive
(NEW)
Size1,992 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.129 Acres
Year built1898
MLS #825030
FireplaceFree Standing, Living Room

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior: Window Coverings, Sun Room
  • Fireplace: Free Standing, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Exterior: Covered Porch,Landscaping,Patio, Shed,Workshop
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Wood, Baseboard, Wood Stove
  • List Price: $879,000
  • Price/SqFt: $441
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,882
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: From Durango head East on College Ave. Turn right on E. 5th Ave. House will be on right hand side.
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,992 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.129 Acres
  • MLS Number: 825030
  • Office Name: Durango Land and Homes
  • Listing Agent: Christina Rinderle

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 06, 2019
Home Sold
$522,000
Aug 26, 2014
Home Sold
$464,900
Jul 15, 2011
Home Sold
$315,000
Oct 02, 2003
Home Sold
$215,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$46,830$1,882
2022$40,090$1,630
2021$41,240$1,636
2020$39,410$1,515
2019$39,410$1,449
2018$37,040$1,345
2017$37,040$1,315

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.1 mi

510 E 6th Ave

5

Needham Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

2425 W 3rd Ave

5

Riverview Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.0 mi

2900 Mesa Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,099. The majority of Durango, CO residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

47%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

70%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

9%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
51%
18-34 yrs old
29%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro WrestlingPro Wrestling
  • SoccerSoccer
  • College FootballCollege Football

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • SonicSonic

What do the neighbors drive?

  • FordFord
  • GMCGMC
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • OldiesOldies
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 549 E 5th Ave

The listing price of 549 E 5th Ave property is $879,000.

The property 549 E 5th Ave is a house located in Durango, Colorado, 81301.

Active Listing: 549 E 5th Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 549 E 5th Ave are: Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Needham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Riverview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Miller Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mountain Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Escalante Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southwest Colorado Eschool (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Durango Big Picture High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Colorado Connections Academy @ Durango (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,882 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 6, 2019 for $522,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 549 E 5th Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 549 E 5th Ave is 1,992 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 549 E 5th Ave is 1898.

This home is located at 549 E 5th Ave in Durango, CO and zip code 81301. This 1,992 square foot home, which was built in 1898, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 4, 2025 and is currently priced at $879,000.

The number of listings in Durango, CO increased by 59.5% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $995,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 92 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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