Homes for Rent in Meeker, CO

Meeker is a rural community in the White River Valley, approximately 50 miles from Craig, known for its slower pace of life and strong sense of community. The area is appealing to remote workers due to its extensive fiber network. Meeker offers a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, hiking, and OHV tourism, with numerous parks such as Town Park, Paintbrush Park, and Sanderson Hills Park, as well as the Meeker Recreation Center with its indoor pool. The community is also a hub for hunting and winter sports like snowmobiling and ice fishing. Housing in Meeker ranges from older, minimal traditional and ranch-style homes built between the early 1900s and 1980, to contemporary and New Traditional homes constructed from 1980 through the early 2010s. The crime rate in Meeker is lower than the national average. Local amenities include Watt’s Ranch Market for groceries, and downtown Meeker features shops and restaurants like Wendll's and the historic Meeker Cafe. Meeker Elementary School and Barone Middle School are highly rated, contributing to the appeal for families. The town is connected by Colorado Highway 13, with Grand Junction about 120 miles away and Yampa Valley Regional Airport within a 70-mile drive for broader travel options.