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Greater Santa Fe

Buyers Are Often Drawn to The Area for Its Combination of Luxury Homes, Privacy, and Resort-Style Living Within Minutes of Downtown Santa Fe.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 1094508

$3,380,000

2160 Paseo Iglesias NE, Santa Fe, NM 87501
4 Beds 3.5 Baths 5,654 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1105098

$3,275,000

27712 W I-25 Frontage Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507
4,830 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1092538

$3,200,000

9 Tamarisk Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87506
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,735 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1102980

$3,041,053

3226 Rufina Street, Santa Fe, NM 87507
3 Beds 2 Baths 11,440 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1099785

$2,800,000

2 Calle Ventoso W, Santa Fe, NM 87506
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,209 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1105323

$1,950,000

1692 Upper Canyon, Santa Fe, NM 87501
3 Beds 3 Baths 3,588 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 1097990

$1,850,000

1301 Hummingbird Court, Santa Fe, NM 87501
3 Beds 3.25 Baths 3,396 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 1082616

$1,825,000

2201 W ALAMEDA Street, Santa Fe, NM 87507
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 5,564 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 1092307

$1,600,000

1339 BISHOPS LODGE ROAD, Santa Fe, NM 87506
4 Beds 3.25 Baths 3,562 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Santa Fe

Greater Santa Fe offers buyers more space, privacy, and modern residential amenities while still maintaining convenient access to the city’s restaurants, galleries, healthcare, and cultural attractions. Communities surrounding Santa Fe have become especially desirable for those seeking larger homesites, mountain views, golf communities, equestrian properties, and a quieter residential atmosphere outside the historic downtown core.
 
One of the area’s most recognized luxury communities is Las Campanas, known for its gated neighborhoods, golf courses, equestrian facilities, fitness amenities, and expansive views of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountains. Buyers are often drawn to the area for its combination of luxury homes, privacy, and resort-style living within minutes of downtown Santa Fe.
 
Areas including La Tierra attract residents looking for larger acreage properties, custom homes, and direct access to hiking, horseback riding, and open space throughout the surrounding high desert landscape. Many properties offer dramatic sunsets, dark night skies, and panoramic mountain views while maintaining a strong connection to nature.
 
Other surrounding neighborhoods and residential communities throughout Greater Santa Fe provide a wide variety of living options ranging from family-oriented developments to private estates and rural retreats. Buyers are often attracted to the ability to enjoy more land, newer construction, and a quieter pace of life while remaining closely connected to everything Santa Fe has to offer.
 

HISTORY

As Santa Fe grew throughout the 20th century, development gradually expanded beyond the city’s historic core into surrounding residential and rural communities. Areas once primarily used for ranching, farming, and large land holdings began evolving into some of northern New Mexico’s most recognized residential neighborhoods and planned communities.
 
Communities including Tesuque, Eldorado, La Tierra, and areas along the Turquoise Trail attracted buyers seeking larger properties, mountain views, and a quieter lifestyle while remaining connected to Santa Fe. By the 1970s and 1980s, residential growth increased significantly as more people relocated to northern New Mexico for its scenery, climate, and artistic culture.
 
One of the most prominent master-planned communities, Las Campanas, began development in the early 1990s. Known for its luxury homes, golf courses, equestrian facilities, and expansive views, Las Campanas helped shape the growth of high-end residential living west of Santa Fe. Other surrounding neighborhoods and communities continued to develop throughout the late 20th and early 21st centuries, offering a wider variety of housing options ranging from golf communities and equestrian properties to larger acreage estates and family-oriented neighborhoods.
 
Today, Greater Santa Fe includes a diverse collection of communities that blend modern living with the natural landscapes, mountain views, and architectural traditions that continue to define northern New Mexico.
 

HIGHLIGHTS

Las Campanas

Las Campanas is one of Santa Fe’s premier luxury communities, known for gated neighborhoods, golf courses, equestrian facilities, and expansive mountain views. Residents are drawn to the area for its resort-style amenities, privacy, and proximity to downtown Santa Fe.
 

La Tierra

La Tierra offers larger acreage properties, custom homes, and direct access to open space and trail systems west of Santa Fe. The area is especially appealing to buyers seeking privacy, high desert landscapes, and panoramic mountain views.
 

Larger Lots & Privacy

Many Greater Santa Fe communities offer significantly larger homesites compared to neighborhoods closer to downtown. Buyers are often attracted to the additional space, quiet surroundings, and separation between properties.
 

Sangre de Cristo & Jemez Mountain Views

Communities throughout Greater Santa Fe are known for dramatic views of both the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountains. Expansive sunsets and wide-open landscapes contribute to the area’s strong connection to the natural environment.
 

Golf Communities

Several surrounding neighborhoods include golf-focused communities with private clubs, fitness centers, spas, and recreational amenities. These communities attract buyers seeking an active lifestyle combined with luxury living.
 

Equestrian Properties

Greater Santa Fe includes a variety of horse-friendly communities with riding trails, barns, and larger acreage properties suited for equestrian living. The region’s open landscapes and rural atmosphere continue to attract horse owners from around the country.
 

Newer Construction

Many homes throughout Greater Santa Fe offer newer construction and modern floor plans while still incorporating traditional Santa Fe architectural design. Buyers appreciate the balance between contemporary amenities and regional character.
 

Dark Night Skies

The areas surrounding Santa Fe experience less light pollution than the city center, creating exceptional nighttime views and stargazing opportunities. Many residents value the peaceful atmosphere and strong connection to the landscape after sunset.
 

Outdoor Recreation Access

Residents enjoy convenient access to hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and public lands throughout the surrounding foothills and high desert terrain. Many neighborhoods are located near trail systems and preserved open space.
 

Resort-Style Living

Many Greater Santa Fe communities are designed around lifestyle amenities including golf, fitness, dining, walking trails, and wellness-focused living. Buyers are often drawn to the combination of luxury, scenery, and a slower pace of life.

Overview for Greater Santa Fe, NM

133,507 people live in Greater Santa Fe, where the median age is 49 and the average individual income is $50,748. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

133,507

Total Population

49 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,748

Average individual Income

Around Greater Santa Fe, NM

There's plenty to do around Greater Santa Fe, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

38
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including La Montañita Food, Time Traveler's Gastropub, and Yalla Shawarma.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
La Montañita Food Logo
Dining · $$$$ 0.48 miles 56 reviews 3.4/5 stars
Time Traveler's Gastropub Logo
Dining 0.49 miles 31 reviews 4.2/5 stars
Yalla Shawarma Logo
Dining · $$ 0.73 miles 23 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Las Fuentes Restaurant & Bar Logo
Dining · $$$ 0.75 miles 5 reviews 2.2/5 stars
Dining 0.76 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Atomic Bakehouse Logo
Dining 0.77 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Greater Santa Fe, NM

Population Households Employment

Greater Santa Fe has 59,995 households, with an average household size of 10.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Greater Santa Fe do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 133,507 people call Greater Santa Fe home. The population density is 380 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

133,507

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

49 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
59,995

Total Households

10.75

Average Household Size

$50,748

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Greater Santa Fe, NM

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Greater Santa Fe. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Greater Santa Fe

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