
Neighborhood: 81321
- Outdoor ActivitiesAmple parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.Hiking TrailsNearby trails offer adventure, exercise, and scenic escapes into nature.Biking TrailsSafe, accessible paths for cycling, commuting, and outdoor enjoyment.Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.
Centered on Cortez in the Montezuma Valley, 81321 blends small-town warmth with big-sky, high-desert scenery. Expect four true seasons, sandstone horizons, and clear, starry nights, plus a friendly, laid-back community that skews outdoorsy and family- and pet-friendly. Over the past few months, Zillow market trends show a median asking rent around $1,300, with most listings ranging from roughly $900 to $2,000 depending on size and amenities. Downtown Main Street mixes local galleries and cafes with spots like WildEdge Brewing Collective and The Farm Bistro, while everyday needs are easy at City Market, Safeway, and Walmart Supercenter. Fitness and play are centered at the Cortez Recreation Center, Parque de Vida, Centennial Park, and Hawkins Preserve. Iconic nearby adventures include Mesa Verde National Park, Canyons of the Ancients, and the Phil’s World mountain bike system; evenings tend toward easygoing brewery patios and occasional live music. Getting around is simple via US-160, US-491, and CO-145.
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Nearby schools in Cortez
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- 5/10Kemper Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Cortez Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Montezuma-Cortez High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Frequently asked questions
Prairie Mesa Estates has a walk score of 69, it's somewhat walkable.
The schools assigned to Prairie Mesa Estates include Kemper Elementary School, Cortez Middle School, and Montezuma-Cortez High School.
Prairie Mesa Estates is in the 81321 neighborhood in Cortez, CO.
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