Dillon, Colorado
Corinthian Hill Neighborhood Guide
Corinthian Hill is one of the most view-intensive neighborhoods in Dillon, with sweeping Lake Dillon and Ten Mile Range views from most properties. It is also one of the more complex neighborhoods to buy in, because the name covers several distinct sub-communities with very different price points, ownership structures, and ownership experiences.
| Sub-community |
Type |
Beds |
Sq ft range |
| Dillon Bay Condos |
Condo |
2 |
1,142 sq ft (all units) |
| Centennial Condos |
Condo |
2–3 |
~1,328–1,526 sq ft |
| Ensign Heights Townhomes |
Townhome |
3 |
~2,088–2,362 sq ft |
| Corinthian Hill homes |
SFH / duplex |
3–6 |
~1,700–7,000+ sq ft |
| Lago Vista Townhomes |
Townhome (2022) |
3 |
~2,155–2,427 sq ft |
Location and views
Corinthian Hill sits above Dillon on the south side of Lake Dillon, directly across from the marina. The position gives most of the neighborhood genuine lake and mountain views, with the Ten Mile Range and Gore Range forming the backdrop depending on orientation. These are not marginal views. Most of the listings here will tell you the truth about that.
The marina is across the street. The Dillon Reservoir Recreation Path runs through the area. Dillon Town Park, the Farmers Market, and the Dillon Amphitheater are all within easy reach.
Highway 6 runs below the neighborhood. Properties higher on the hill tend to be quieter than those closer to Corinthian Circle, and building position matters. It is worth paying attention to on a showing.
HOA structure: master plus sub-associations
Corinthian Hill operates with a layered HOA structure. There is a master HOA for the broader community, which covers shared amenities including the clubhouse, pool, hot tub, sauna, and tennis courts. Each ownership type, the condos, townhomes, and single-family homes, then has its own sub-association that handles the specific maintenance and structural responsibilities for that product type.
In practical terms, buyers need to request and review documents from both the master HOA and the relevant sub-association during due diligence. That means two sets of financials, two sets of meeting minutes, and two reserve studies to evaluate. It also means two monthly dues amounts to factor into carrying costs.
The specific breakdown of what each layer covers, and the current dues amounts, vary by sub-community and change over time. I can help any serious buyer get current figures and interpret the documents in context before going under contract.
Short-term rentals
Corinthian Hill is within the Town of Dillon. Dillon does not cap STR licenses the way Frisco does. There is no waitlist. Properties within Dillon town limits that meet licensing requirements can obtain a short-term rental license without joining a queue. That makes this neighborhood meaningfully more attractive for buyers with rental income as part of their plan, compared to Frisco or the capped Breckenridge zones.
The trade-off is that Dillon has the highest combined STR tax rate in Summit County at 19.875%, collected from guests at checkout. That does not reduce what you earn, but it affects how your nightly rate compares to other markets when guests are shopping.
As in every Summit County jurisdiction, STR licenses do not transfer when a property sells. The buyer applies fresh after closing. For more detail: Dillon STR rules.
Condo · 32 & 72 Corinthian Circle
Dillon Bay Condos
Dillon Bay is the most uniform product in Corinthian Hill. Every unit is a 2-bed/2-bath at exactly 1,142 square feet, built in 1980, with a detached 1-car garage and storage space. There is no variation in floor plan, which makes comparison shopping here simpler than in most Summit County condo buildings.
Views are the primary reason buyers choose Dillon Bay. Listings consistently describe lake and Ten Mile Range views, and the remarks are not exaggerating. Units higher in the stack and on the lake-facing side tend to have the strongest views. Ground floor units trade views for easier outdoor access and patio use.
Heat is electric baseboard throughout. That is standard for Summit County construction of this era. It works, but operating costs run higher than natural gas, and the comfort profile is different from forced air. Buyers accustomed to forced air systems should account for this.
| Unit size |
1,142 sq ft (all units) |
| Bedrooms |
2 bed / 2 bath |
| Year built |
1980 |
| Parking |
1-car detached garage + storage |
| Heat |
Electric baseboard |
Good fit for: Buyers who want lake and mountain views in a straightforward condo format at a lower entry point than the single-family market. STR buyers benefit from Dillon's no-cap license structure.
Condo · 111 Corinthian Circle
Centennial Condos
Centennial sits at 111 Corinthian Circle and offers slightly more space than Dillon Bay, with 2- and 3-bedroom units ranging from roughly 1,328 to 1,526 square feet. Built in 1981, one year after Dillon Bay. Same era, similar construction, same electric baseboard heat profile.
The 3-bedroom units make Centennial appealing to buyers who need a bit more space than a 2-bed condo provides, without stepping up to townhome or single-family pricing.
| Unit sizes |
~1,328 – 1,526 sq ft |
| Bedrooms |
2 and 3 bedroom |
| Year built |
1981 |
| Heat |
Electric baseboard |
Good fit for: Buyers who want a 3-bedroom condo option at a lower price point than townhome alternatives, while still accessing the clubhouse amenities and lake-adjacent location.
Townhome · 193 & 213 Ensign Drive
Ensign Heights Townhomes
Ensign Heights is a smaller townhome community at 193 and 213 Ensign Drive, built between 1988 and 1990. All units are 3-bedroom, ranging from approximately 2,088 to 2,362 square feet.
Ensign Drive runs up the hill, so these townhomes sit higher than the condos on Corinthian Circle. That elevation helps with views and provides some separation from Highway 6 relative to the lower-lying condos.
| Unit sizes |
~2,088 – 2,362 sq ft |
| Bedrooms |
3 bedroom |
| Year built |
1988 – 1990 |
Good fit for: Buyers who want more space than a condo at a mid-range Corinthian Hill price point, with the elevation benefit for views and noise relative to the Corinthian Circle condos.
Single-family homes & duplexes · Ensign Drive, James Court
Corinthian Hill Homes
The single-family and duplex homes on Ensign Drive and James Court are the most varied product in the neighborhood, and in many ways the most desirable. Sizes range from around 1,700 square feet to over 7,000. Beds range from 3 to 6. The range within the neighborhood is wide, which is why position, condition, and view quality matter so much here.
Position on the hill matters more here than anywhere else in Corinthian Hill. Homes at the top of Ensign Drive and on James Court tend to have the strongest views, the most separation from Highway 6 noise, and backing to USFS land or open space in some cases. Lower homes on the hill are more exposed to road noise and have less elevation advantage for views.
Heat type varies significantly across homes of different eras. Older homes built in the 1980s and early 1990s commonly have electric baseboard. Newer construction and updated homes lean toward forced air natural gas, radiant heat, or natural gas baseboard. This matters for operating costs and for comfort. It is worth asking specifically about the heating system on any home you are evaluating here.
Most homes have 2-car garages, with a number of 3-car garages on the larger properties. That is a practical advantage in Summit County for gear storage and winter operations.
| 3 bedroom |
1,702–4,643 sq ft |
| 4 bedroom |
1,855–5,869 sq ft |
| 5 bedroom |
2,808–6,670 sq ft |
| 6 bedroom |
2,840–7,466 sq ft |
My read: The size spread here, 1,700 to over 7,000 square feet in the same neighborhood, tells you how much position, condition, and view quality vary across the hill. A buyer who understands which part of Corinthian Hill they are buying into will make a better decision than one who treats it as uniform.
Good fit for: Buyers looking for a larger Summit County home with lake views and USFS access, who want to evaluate position on the hill carefully.
Luxury townhome · 14 Ensign Drive · Built 2022
Lago Vista Townhomes
Lago Vista is a four-unit luxury townhome development at 14 Ensign Drive, completed in 2022. Three-bedroom floor plans ranging from 2,155 to 2,427 square feet, with high-end finishes, 2-car garages, vaulted ceilings, and some of the most dramatic lake and mountain views in the neighborhood. Two of the four original units sold before they were listed.
Lago Vista is at a different price point than anything else in Corinthian Hill and warrants separate consideration. If a unit comes available, reach out directly.
Evaluating a specific Corinthian Hill property?
The sub-community, position on the hill, HOA layer structure, heat type, and view quality all vary within this neighborhood. I can help you work through the specifics on a property before you go under contract.
Tucker Zimmerman · Slifer Smith & Frampton
303-907-9129 · TZimmerman@SliferSummit.com
Frequently asked questions
What neighborhoods and sub-communities are in Corinthian Hill?
Corinthian Hill includes Dillon Bay Condos (32 and 72 Corinthian Circle), Centennial Condos (111 Corinthian Circle), Ensign Heights Townhomes (193 and 213 Ensign Drive), single-family homes and duplexes throughout Ensign Drive and James Court, and Lago Vista Townhomes (14 Ensign Drive), a newer luxury townhome development built in 2022.
Is there highway noise in Corinthian Hill?
Highway 6 runs below the neighborhood. Noise varies by position, with properties higher on the hill generally quieter than those closer to Corinthian Circle. Worth paying attention to on a showing.
Do properties in Corinthian Hill have lake views?
Most do. The neighborhood sits above Lake Dillon with the marina directly across the street, and lake and mountain views are a consistent feature across most of the sub-communities here. View quality varies by floor, orientation, and building position, but this is one of the more view-intensive neighborhoods in Dillon.
Are short-term rentals allowed in Corinthian Hill?
Corinthian Hill is within the Town of Dillon. Dillon does not cap STR licenses, so qualifying properties can obtain a license without joining a waitlist. The combined STR tax rate in Dillon is 19.875%, the highest in Summit County, collected from guests. Licenses do not transfer when a property sells.
What is the HOA structure in Corinthian Hill?
Corinthian Hill has a master HOA plus separate sub-associations for each ownership type. Buyers need to review documents and financials at both levels during due diligence. Current dues amounts vary by sub-community and change over time.
What amenities does the master HOA include?
The master HOA includes a clubhouse, pool, hot tub, sauna, and tennis courts, accessible to residents across the sub-communities. Individual sub-associations handle the specific structural and maintenance responsibilities for each ownership type.
What type of heat do the Corinthian Hill condos have?
The Dillon Bay and Centennial condos, both built in 1980 and 1981, primarily use electric baseboard heat. This is standard for Summit County construction of that era. Buyers should factor electric heating costs into ownership projections. The single-family homes on the hill have more varied heating systems depending on the era and whether they have been updated.
Considering Corinthian Hill?
The sub-community, where on the hill the specific property sits, the HOA layer structure, heat type, and view quality all matter more here than a general neighborhood overview can capture. I can help you work through those details before you commit.
Tucker Zimmerman
Associate Broker, Slifer Smith & Frampton
303-907-9129 (call or text)
TZimmerman@SliferSummit.com
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