PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Close to the ski resorts in Red River and Taos Ski Valley, near the Town of Taos and its many shops, restaurants and galleries, AND great for short term rentals. This is definitely not something one sees every day in the Taos area that comes on the market! A quiet and serene property nestled in the small mountain community of Questa/El Rito in northern New Mexico, north of Taos near the Colorado border, with eastern majestic views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and western views of Ute Mountain, the Rio Grande Gorge, San Luis Valley and to the north, the Rocky Mountains. The Pueblo-style main house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a walk-in closet, a study, an open concept kitchen, dining room with Clere story allowing for passive solar, and living room, an upper covered balcony with incredible Southern views, a locked storage closet and borders a yearlong stream (acequia) with a private drive off a main road, affording easy accessibility all year long. There are exposed rough sawn beams with tongue and groove ceilings, wood clad windows throughout and custom handmade wood doors. It sits on two plots of land totaling 5.52 acres and is quite private. The house is full of light with all around spectacular views. There is a full house generator for comfort knowing the property can remain operational in an emergency, an outdoor sauna, and a hot tub on a deck off the master sitting room. Off the study, there is an outdoor rose garden. The outside has flagstone and brick patios, and a gazebo overlooking the running stream. Next door is a beautiful 400 sq. ft. casita with a carport, open main area including a full kitchen and bathroom, and an attached single car garage, perfect for additional space for family and friends to visit, or as rental income, or a unit for a caretaker of the property. The heating system for the house is an ETS (electric thermal system) in the main area, baseboard electric heat throughout the house, and hot water baseboard heaters in the master bedroom and the study. The casita also has a backup generator and is warmed by a gas heater. Also included on the property is a horse barn with three stalls, water and electric, a covered hay area for storage of 300-400 bales of hay, a tack room, 2 storage rooms, with one having heat, three corrals, and a round pen, in addition to Post and Rail fencing around the property. Convert the stable into an alternative workspace or a studio. Imagine the possibilities! This property is purely serene and peaceful! A protected access directly to the National Forest is ¼ mile away, so you can enjoy riding your horses anytime without having to trailer them. Bring your animals, have a separate space for your guests or a property manager, and enjoy the gardens and stupendous views. This is definitely a must-see for anyone wanting to truly experience the joys of living in New Mexico! On this listing, you will find an exterior drone video, as well as a 3D interior video tour of the main house.
Single-familyProperty Type
1986Year Built
5.52 acresLot Size
$314Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by The Walking Rain Group of Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Listed by Robbie Puskarich• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Bought with The Walking Rain Group of Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Bought with Robbie Puskarich• Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Master Bedroom
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dog Run, Other, Rain Gutters, Barbecue
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Other, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Other, Wood
Roof: Flat, Metal
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2535
Levels: Two
Builder Name: B. Cook
Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Stucco, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Green Water Conservation: Water-Smart Landscaping
Horses Allowed
Horse Amenities: Corral(s)
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Shed(s), Corral(s), Gazebo, Outbuilding, Stable(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SingleFamilyResidence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Irregular Lot, Level, Views, Wooded
Lot Size : 5.52
Lot Size Area: 5.52
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.52
Zoning Description: Rural Agricultural
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,239.91
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Available, See Remarks
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Schools Information
Elementary School: Questa Elem
Middle Or Junior School: Questa High
High School: Questa High
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of Highway 522/64/150, go North on Highway 522 through Questa. Go about 5 miles to El Rito Road and turn right. Turn left onto Quintana Road and follow about .3 miles to #32 A and B on your left. Follow driveway to the main house.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,754
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1982
Year Renovated: —
County: Taos County
APN: 23947
Home facts updated by county records on Mar 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Alta Vista Elementary School
Public PreK-3 • Assigned • 6.1mi
9/10
Questa Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
Questa High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
3% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
12 days above 81° expected this year, 35 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Questa, NM • 87556
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 6.8 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$877,000 – $1.06M
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