463 E 5th Ave, Durango, CO 81301

Property Description

Welcome to a lovely residence nestled in the historic 'Avenues' of downtown Durango! This charming 1880’s bungalow, lovingly maintained by the current owner, offers 1,196 square feet of single-level living on a 0.13-acre lot brimming with character. The main house features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, complemented by a mother-in-law quarter with a private entry, kitchen, bathroom, and a loft bedroom (approx. 125 sq. ft. not included in the total square footage). The in-law quarter can easily be integrated into the main house by removing a wall at the end of the front hallway. Recent upgrades include updated electrical (LPEA service, breaker box, and outlets in 2017), exterior siding, a French drain installed in 2018, and new vinyl windows in 2007 (except three windows). The home also features a solar attic fan, controlled by a thermostat, to vent hot air from the attic space. Heating is provided by radiant gas in-floor heating in the main house and a radiant gas wall heater in the mother-in-law’s quarter. You’ll find solid hardwood floors and barn doors inside the main house. The living area flows seamlessly into a remodeled, spacious kitchen boasting granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a range hood with outside ventilation, and a Reverse Osmosis Water System under the sink. A versatile bedroom behind the kitchen can serve as a dining area or home office. Two additional bedrooms are located down the hallway. The bathroom includes a stackable washer and dryer, travertine tile walls, and a jetted tub. The stand-up cellar, accessible from the hallway via a hatch door with hydraulics, houses the 2019 hot water heater, water shut-off, and the front house's radiant heater. The mother-in-law quarter at the back of the house, with a private entrance, features a spacious kitchen with a new refrigerator, range/oven, stackable washer, dryer, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. The loft area can be used as a bedroom. Outside: The property offers three parking spaces, including one driveway, a concrete parking space in front of the house, and two alley gravel parking spaces. Enjoy outdoor living on the three covered porches. Additional storage is available in the 7x10 shed with built-in shelving and a 12x16 backyard barn-style shed with electricity, loft, full-length workbench, and built-in shelving. The cedar privacy fence encloses the entire backyard, including the sides and side porch. The yard, designed with drought-tolerant and resistant plants native to downtown Durango, has been a permaculture yard since 2015. This eco-friendly design eliminates the need for grass and mowing, conserving water and minimizing upkeep. Enjoy everything Durango has to offer with restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping just a short walk away. Nearby Horse Gulch, a 1,300-acre park, offers miles of trails perfect for hiking, running, and mountain biking. For those who prefer paved surfaces, the 9-mile Animas River Trail, located just minutes away, winds through town alongside the beautiful Animas River. Don’t miss out on this exceptional downtown bungalow!