Art lovers, creatives, and those seeking a peaceful Santa Fe retreat will be captivated by this light-filled Country Contemporary estate set on 5.01 acres. Designed to embrace the surrounding landscape, the property offers expansive living spaces, soaring pitched ceilings, abundant wall space for art, and an open floor plan ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Bathed in natural light, the home features expansive south-facing windows and doors capturing beautiful views of the Sandia and Ortiz Mountains. A thoughtful passive solar design enhances comfort and efficiency, while a Regency wood-burning stove creates a warm focal point in the living room. Forced-air heating and cooling, along with radiant in-floor heat in the office/den, provide year-round comfort. The main residence features 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. A separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath casita offers exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, a private office, or income potential. The casita includes a kitchenette, living and dining area, bedroom, office space, washer and dryer, and bath. An attached studio and separate storage shed add valuable creative and utility space. Step outside to enjoy the fenced backyard, patio, hot tub and stunning New Mexico night skies. Solar panels enhance energy efficiency. The property is served by a shared well with only one neighboring home and includes access to nearby open space for walking and outdoor enjoyment. Located in a subdivision originally developed by Fremont Ellis, one of Santa Fe’s renowned Cinco Pintores artists, this property carries a legacy of creativity and connection to the land. Enjoy peaceful country living just minutes from restaurants, shopping, and daily amenities, and approximately 15 minutes from The Plaza - a rare blend of acreage, versatility, and inspiration in a truly special Santa Fe setting.
Single-familyProperty Type
1995Year Built
5.01 acresLot Size
$398Price/Sq.Ft.
5 spacesParking
Listed by Chris Webster• Sotheby's Int. RE/Grant
Listed by Patricia Webster• Sotheby's Int. RE/Grant
The purpose of the Residential Fringe RES-F district is to designate areas suitable for a combination of estate-type residential development, smaller-scale agricultural uses, ranchettes and other compatible uses. The RES-F district provides an intermediate step in single-family residential development between open space and; or agricultural/ ranching lands, and typically suburban residential densities. The RES-F district may be comprised of a variety of residential lot sizes, clustered housing and community open space and can include limited agricultural use accessory to residential uses. Density transfers and clustered development shall be allowed in order to support continued farming and/or ranching activities, conserve open space or protect scenic features and environmentally sensitive areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Medical office
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
5/10 Fire Factor
4% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 88° expected this year, 10 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
Santa Fe, NM • 87505
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 16% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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