Real Estate Market Heading to Quarter 4 for La Plata County: Durango and Surrounding Areas (Video)
As the third quarter of 2026 closes, the La Plata County real estate market is telling an important story. Buyers are becoming more selective, sellers face more competition, and the market behaves differently depending on where you’re buying, what you’re selling and your price point. Ashley Blackmore, Managing Broker and Owner of Blackmore Group Realty, breaks down what buyers and sellers need to know heading into the fourth quarter.
The numbers cited in the video
- According to Realtor.com housing inventory data, La Plata County had 533 active residential listings in September, compared with 525 in July.
- The median asking price in September was $822,000, up from $800,000 in July.
- According to the Colorado Association of REALTORS, single-family sales in La Plata County fell 38 percent in August compared with August 2025.
- Year-to-date sales were still up 6 percent through August.
What it means
The video explains how those trends play out for buyers and for sellers, and why it matters where and at what price point you’re active.
Keep reading
Watch the earlier Durango Real Estate Market Update 2026, and read La Plata County Property Taxes Explained.
Frequently asked questions
How many homes were for sale in La Plata County in September 2026?
The video cites 533 active residential listings in September, according to Realtor.com data.
What was the median asking price?
$822,000 in September, up from $800,000 in July, as cited in the video.
Questions about your price point or area? Call Blackmore Group Realty at (970) 444-2431.
Figures are as cited in the video from Realtor.com and the Colorado Association of REALTORS and change over time.
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