Colorado tiny home communities are flourishing, with demand far exceeding availability. High interest rates coupled with an exorbitantly high cost of living, the tiny home movement is seen as a saving grace in a state renowned for its breathtaking natural landscapes and outdoor lifestyle. A growing number of individuals, both young and old, are seeking a simpler, more sustainable way of living, In short, Colorado tiny home communities are the newest and greatest thing to hit the market. Let’s delve into the intricacies of these tiny home communities, exploring their locations, amenities, regulations, and the unique lifestyle they offer.
Escalante Village:
Location: Tucked away in the vibrant town of Durango, Escalante Village embodies the essence of Colorado tiny home communities in that is offers sustainable living in a thriving community setting. The riverfront property is home to 24 tiny home spaces; 6 of the spaces are tiny home rentals and the 18 remaining are individually-owned tiny homes. Escalante Village offers a tranquil retreat for residents seeking simplicity.
Amenities: This innovative tiny home community features a range of homes maximizing comfort and functionality. Residents enjoy access to all the basic amenities like water, sewer, trash, self storage, electric and recycling. That’s not all though, residents also enjoy amenities like a community garden, bike paths, snow removal, fiber optic internet, gold medal fly fishing, trail system and easy access to downtown.
What Mades Escalante Special: In today’s world, desirable (and even undesirable) locales in Colorado are facing extreme shortages in affordable housing options. At Escalante Village, they welcome current tiny homeowners or future homeowners who are looking to begin an equity building pathway. There will be limited tiny home rental options available as well.
Availability: Escalante village website encourages interested parties to to contact them, in regards to availability.
Escalante Says: “In today’s world, desirable locations like Durango are facing extreme shortages in affordable housing options. At Escalante Village, we welcome current tiny homeowners or future homeowners who are looking to begin an equity building pathway. There will be limited tiny home rental options available as well.”
Hermosa Orchards
Location: Hermosa Orchards is located in Hermosa, CO, a beautiful locale just outside of Durango, Colorado surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest. Mountain views, a must for Colorado Tiny Home Communities, greet the eye in every direction. Purgatory Ski Resort is 16 miles North and Durango Hot Springs Resort is 1.5 miles South.
Amenities: The park has eleven 36′ wide spaces and eleven 50′ wide spaces ranging from 95′ to 135′ in length. Each space has room for yards, tree’s, landscaping, gardening, picnic tables, etc. Utility hook ups are provided at at the rear of the lot on the driver side with 50 & 30 amp plug in RV pedestals, water, and sewer. Hardwired 100-200 amp is available for park models. Water, sewer, trash and recycling is included in the monthly rent. The street “Buena Onda Way” will be plowed as needed. Resident pays for Electric through La Plata Electric, cable/high speed internet if desired by Spectrum.
What Makes Hermosa Orchards Special: Residents have access to the orchard community space with mature trees producing apples, cherries, plumbs, apricots, and mulberries.
Availability: Generally there is a wait list, however, contact Hermosa Orchards for any and all questions.
Hermosa Orchards Says: “Hermosa Orchards Village is a tiny home community that was specifically designed for people that desire a sense of community and outdoor space. Our larger lot sizes range from 3600 sq’ to over 6000 sq’ provide more space around your home for enjoyment of outdoor living areas, decks, raised beds, gardens, she sheds, etc. Hermosa Orchards Village is a vibrant community located on 7 acres in the beautiful Animas River Valley of Durango, Colorado.”
Island Cove
Location: Island Cove Park is a 15-acre, 69-space, mobile and tiny home community located on the river’s edge in the heart of downtown Durango, Colorado. There are 15 spaces in the park that are designated specifically for tiny homes. In addition, there are many smaller sites that lend themselves to alternative tiny home lifestyles. Living tiny can even include a yurt, teepee, converted box car or vintage travel trailer. Prices range from $550 an up.
Amenities: Island Cove Park has on site storage ($95/mo), laundry facilities, river trails, trash, recycling and snow removal, onsite park manager, lawn service (for an additional fee) and a trolly stop located at the entrance to the park.
Availability: Contact Island Cove Park for availability and any other questions you may have.
What makes Island Cove Park Special: This tiny home park is unique in that it has 1000 feet of coveted Animas river frontage, a dedicated area for tiny home living, a community garden, and its own private island which is reserved exclusively for residents.
Marlin Village
Location: MarLin Village, boasts an intimate 15 lot community that is located in the southwest Colorado town of Bayfield, near the banks of the Pine River. At an elevation of 6900’, Bayfield is a quiet agricultural community in the Pine River Valley. One of the magical parts of living on the edge of Bayfield is being able to stroll, bike, walk or take a short drive to nearly everything you need all within a block of your MarLin Village home
Amenities:. This Colorado tiny home community offers lot rents for $650 and with that comes water, sewer, trash and snow removal. You will also have access to a community garden and communal spaces, like a large pavilion with a grill that overlooks the wetlands. Be advised, there are plans in the works for a clubhouse, which sounds fun! There are additional storage units available for rent, the smaller of the two costing a mere, $28/mo! Wifi, electric and propane are available through outside providers.
What Makes Marlin Village Special: Marlin Village has a tiny home AirBnb lovingly named “Ruby Lantern”. The owners, a husband and wife team, offer this home for anyone who is curious about being & living in a Tiny Home, residents who have guests, or vacationers looking for a cozy retreat.
Availability: Sites available. Contact Frontier Tiny Homes for all your tiny home needs!!
What Marlin Village Says: “Located in the heart of the enchanting Bayfield, Colorado, MarLin Village presents an opportunity to embrace the simplicity of tiny home living amidst a picturesque landscape. As the inaugural Tiny Home/Park Model on Wheels neighborhood in Bayfield, this community seamlessly combines snug living spaces with a vibrant sense of community. Read on to learn more about the experience that awaits you at MarLin Village, where modern comforts blend harmoniously with the splendor of Bayfield, CO.”
Meadows of San Juan
Location: The Meadows of San Juan is located in Montrose, CO, near the stunning Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park and many of nature’s other beauties and adventures. Situated in the high desert region of Colorado, The Meadows has spectacular views of the breathtaking San Juan Mountains. It is a perfect home base for exploring the “Real Colorado,” and nearby attractions.
Amenities: Our resort has 120 RV sites and 15 Cabin-type accommodations for long-term rental in our Montrose, Colorado community. The sites are equipped with water, sewer, electricity and trash service and shared park wi-fi. Monthly site fees start at $750! High-Speed internet is available through local and national providers. Local cell phone service is good for most carriers.
What Makes Meadows of San Juan Special: As an up and coming tiny home community, we advise interested parties contact The Meadows of San Juan to inquire as to what they plan to offer that is above and beyond the expected.
Availability: Inquire here.
The Meadows of San Juan Says: “We are excited to announce that Meadows of San Juan Resort is developing a Tiny-Home Village for year-round living on our property. Be one of the first to reserve your spot and order your custom Park Model to be built and set on your site! Call for an appointment 970-249-6382″
Peak View Park
Location: Situated in Woodland Park, just 20 minutes outside the vibrant city of Colorado Springs, another Colorado tiny home community thrives. Peak View Park offers a unique blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. Surrounded by majestic mountain vistas and sprawling parklands, it provides residents with an idyllic retreat just on the breach of the big city.
Amenities: Peak View Park Colorado offers all the amenities of the city, while being tucked away in a quiet and beautiful setting, All residents share in water, and sewer, electricity and basic amenities.
What Makes Peak View Park Special: Peak View Park offers finance options allowing you to buy your Park Model. After reviewing the terms and conditions, complete the online application by clicking here.
Availability: Lots available. Contact Peak View.
Peak View Park Says: “Peak View Park, in beautiful Woodland Park, Colorado, sits in the shadow of Pikes Peak- affording our long-term RV and Park Model Tiny Home residents spectacular views in every season. Developed for Recreational Vehicles and Park Models with an emphasis on extended stay residency, Peak View Park provides a year-round mountain oasis with outdoor recreation, easy access to Colorado Springs, and healthcare amenities all within minutes. Make Peak View Park your seasonal or year-round retreat.”
River Run
Location: River Run Colorado is an affordable residential community of 70 homesites situated on Colorado’s Western Slope. It is conveniently located just off I-70 at Silt Exit 97, It is a mere 10 minutes from the community of Rifle and 20 minutes from Glenwood Springs — the gateway to Aspen and the Roaring Fork Valley — with its many tourist attractions, restaurants, shops and medical center.
Amenities: River Run Colorado offers amenities that include attractive landscaping, tree-shaded open space and a dog park. Residents have access to the KOA boat ramp and areas along the Colorado River, for fishing, swimming and chilling.
What Makes It Special: River Run Colorado was designed with comfort and enjoyment of the residents in mind. Only half of the almost seven acres that make up River Run Colorado have been developed into home sites, leaving a comfortable green belt between and around the homes.
Availability: Sold Out, check Zillow for possible home sales.
What River Run Colorado Says: “The homes are energy efficient and “green” built to high standards developed by RRC. River Run Colorado home features, not typically found in tiny homes, include stone fireplaces, wood-clad interiors, in-floor radiant heat, mini-split air conditioning, an integral fan and heat exchange system, and solid surface countertops. The homes come with quality appliances including a microwave oven, dishwasher, stack washer/dryer, surface lighting and ceiling fans. The homes have been built on-site, on a foundation, by a reliable local contractor using traditional building techniques.”
Village at Tamarac
Location: Another Colorado Tiny Home Community located in Woodland Park, CO, 20 minutes from the bustling city of Colorado Springs.
Amenities: Contact Village at Tamarac for information re: amenities.
Availability: Contact Village at Tamarac …
What Village at Tamarac says: “Welcome to a new lifestyle in Woodland Park, Colorado. Whether you’re tired of renting, ready to buy your own home, or want simplicity in your life, The Village at Tamarac is a place to call home.”
We have a Tiny House Community in Arriba, CO. Big Ben’s RV Park and Tiny House Community has 30 Tiny House on Wheels Pads.
Hey Ben! That’s great! I’d love to learn more about it. Would you mind sending a photo that you’d like us to use to showcase it on our blog? Thanks! Susie