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What makes Santa Fe different? Many things do for sure. But the extraordinary food is certainly one the main reasons Santa Fe stands out as one of the best places to buy a home. Here's a few choice selections you might want to try.

Sazon

Rated the best restaurant in Santa Fe by Trip Advisor, Sazon stands out as a fine dining experience. Since 1991, Chef Fernando Olea has been offering Santa Fe diners his unique blend of traditional and contemporary Mexican cuisine. The menu is kept small so that he can focus on the quality of the dishes, which feature fresh produce and meat. The food is only matched by their outstanding service!

Restaurant Martin

Chef Martin Rios, a native of Guadalajara, created this restaurant with his wife, Jennifer, as a place where people could enjoy award-winning American cuisine in an environment that was both refined and comfortable. They feature dinner items such as Pan Seared Atlantic Salmon, Maple Leaf Farm Duck Breast, and Pan Seared Colorado Lamb Loin. And they also have space to book your next event.

Radish & Rye

If you're in the mood for farm fresh American cuisine, the the Radish & Rye won't disappoint. You can dine in their intimate dining room, or in the lively bar. This establishment is certainly a great experience that delights many reviewers who comment on the outstanding quality of both the food and service.

Santa Fe is known for many things, and one of them is outstanding education. Niche.com just came out with their list of 2017 Best Private Schools in New Mexico.  They based their ratings on factors such as SAT/ACT scores, ratio of teachers to students, the quality of colleges that students consider, and more.

Here’s a list of the private schools in Santa Fe that made the list and links to their ratings.

Santa Fe Preparatory School
Overall Niche Grade: A+
#3 of 13 Private Highs Schools in New Mexico
#3 of 13 Private High School College Readiness in New Mexico
#9 of 24 Largest Private High Schools in New Mexico

Desert Academy
Overall Niche Grade: A
#5 of 13 Private Highs Schools in New Mexico
#5 of 13 Private High School College Readiness in New Mexico
#15 of 24 Largest Private High Schools in New Mexico

Santa Fe Waldorf School
Overall Niche Grade: B
#10 of 13 Private Highs Schools in New Mexico
#11 of 13 Private High School College Readiness in New Mexico
#11 of 24 Largest Private High Schools in New Mexico

St. Michael's High School
Overall Niche Grade: B
#5 of 6 Most Diverse Private High Schools in New Mexico
#10 of 13 Private High School College Readiness in New Mexico
#4 of 24 Largest Private High Schools in New Mexico

A new report from the national Association of Realtors showed that there’s a direct relationship between low inventory of homes in Santa Fe and rising prices.

We all know about supply and demand. As the supply for an item that’s in high demand goes down, the prices go up. As such, the price of homes in Santa Fe has been gradually increasing over the past year.

Nationwide, this was also the case, as the median price of homes sold in November was $234,900, which is an increase of 6.85 from last year.

But this is good news! Now home owners are able to sell at higher prices and move into their dream home, or downsize as the case may be.

This all means that now is the time to either buy or sell your home in Santa Fe. You should buy now before prices continue to increase.  You should sell now because you’ll get a good selling price compared to last year. Contact us today to see how we can help you get the best price, whether you're buying or selling your home in Santa Fe.

Our top featured homes for sale in Santa Fe have all the features you’d expect in a luxury home.

71 E Chili Line Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico

This stunning home overlooking Jamez and Sangre de Cristo has many upgrades. Granite countertops and upgraded appliances enhance this chef’s delight of a kitchen.  Enjoy the views out the large picture window while you site by the fire in the great room. Or relax in your jetted tub in the master bath!

Visit the property detail page for more details and stunning photos!

43 Churchill Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico

If you’re looking for a lot of space in both your home and land, then this home is perfect.  At 2548 sq ft and over 2 acres of land, there’s plenty of space for your family – and horses if need be.  The open floor plan with 15ft vaulted ceilings adds to the feel of open space.  The chef’s kitchen has everything for the master chef.

Visit the property detail page for more details and stunning photos!

Eldorado is the ideal community in Santa Fe County, New Mexico to buy a home. Residents of Eldorado have a great selection of places to shop and dine. The Agora is anchored by the Eldorado Supermarket and has other stores and restaurants  including Nina’s Closet, Braemarr Pet Grooming, Enchanted Leaf, Eldorado Country Pet, Chez Dre Bakery, and Pizza Centro.

Eldorado also has its residents covered with a fine selection of restaurants.   The Old House Restaurant offers contemporary global cuisine featuring rib-eye steaks and local seasonal ingredients from local farmers. TerraCotta Wine Bistro is a casual restaurant with a moderately priced menu, featuring entrees such as Grilled Flank Steak, Southern Fried Chicken, and Branzino Fillet.  Other top dining selections include Dinner for Two, IL Vicino Wood Oven Pizza, and Georgia.

Eldorado has a strong artistic community and attracts local artists.  The Eldorado Arts & Crafts Association holds and annual studio tour every year and features traditional paintings, digital art, and many other types of art for sale. A percentage of proceeds are contributed by the artists to the Eldorado Fire Dept, Elementary School and Library.

There are a number of recreational facilities available to Eldorado residents.  These include an Athletics Field, Basketball, Community Center, Community Preserve, Dog Park, Greenbelts, Handball Court, Hike/Bike Paths, Horseshoes, Pool, Park on Avenida de Compadres, Play Area at the Community Center, Soccer Field, Stables, Tennis Courts and a Volleyball Court.

There's many great reasons to buy a home in Eldorado.  Take a look at the fine homes for sale in Eldorado.

Here's a preview of what you'll find.

There’s more to Santa Fe than just great skiing. Did you know that Santa Fe has one of the largest art scenes in the US? Artists are irresistibly drawn to Santa Fe because of its natural beauty. And who can blame them? Generations of artists have come here from all around to form this artistic community.  They sell their works at over 250 local galleries, which certainly is telling of the strong artistic vibe here.

For four centuries, Santa Fe has been a melting pot of cultures.  You can see it in the food, architecture, and the diversity of its people.

One great example of Santa Fe’s food is the local favorite, Tomasita’s restaurant, which serves up authentic New Mexican fare, along with their famous chili. The owner of Tomasita’s does his best to stay with traditions, while innovating to stay with the times. Margaritas are serious business here. They even have a backup machine.

As far as the art scene goes, Meow Wolf is certainly one of the most unique art attractions in Santa Fe.  They turned a bowling alley into a hub of innovation and immersive art. It acts like a science fiction, with alternate realities and secret passageways, all meant for you to explore and experience, like a 3D book.

If the art and food scene of Santa Fe speaks to you, then why not buy a home here? Start your search for a home in Santa Fe today with our powerful home search tool.

People usually think of Santa Fe as a mecca of Southwestern art, jewelry, and spiritualism.  But that image is beginning to evolve, thanks to a group of oddball artists and entrepreneurs. 

One of these entrepreneurs has introduced a new cultural destination, called The House of Eternal Return.  It’s a 2-story Victorian built inside a converted old bowling alley owned by Game of thrones author George R.R. Martin.  It was built by art collective Meow Wolf and looks like something out of the 1970’s with its faux wood paneling and afghan covered beds.

What do you do in this house? You go through the various passageways and enter into different worlds, like a forest of neon trees or a spaceship that looks like something out of Star Trek, or a mobile home stuck out in the dessert.

You follow clues in the house to find out the mysterious fate of the family that lived there.  You can simply enjoy the visual elements, or unravel the mystery. It’s become quite the attraction and has brought in 350,000 visitors and $4 million since it opened in March!

If you’re looking for something different in a community, then Las Campanas has what you’re looking for in a home.  Las Campanas is a tranquil community that is a perfect blend of breathtaking design and striking scenery.

At the center of this community, you can take advantage of all the amenities of The Club at Las Campanas, which features a state of the art spa and tennis center, equestrian center, and a huge 46,000 sq ft clubhouse.

Feel like a round of golf?  Where better to live than next to two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses. Any golfer will be thrilled to play on the lush fairways and stunning backdrop!

Want to learn more? Take a minute to look at our Las Campanas Community Page.  And take a look at the beautiful homes for sale in Las Campanas on our powerful property search tool.

Here’s a preview homes you’ll find for sale today!

If you plan on buying a home in Santa Fe and want a home that’s truly different, then check out these top featured homes.  They blend southwestern flavor with contemporary features. And if you’re looking for something different, then try our powerful Santa Fe home search feature.

1103 Piedra Alto, Santa Fe, New Mexico

This soft-contemporary, multi-level homes features guest quarters and sits on over 1 acre in a quiet cul-de-sac.  Enjoy the views of the city lights and Jemez Mountains. Gourmet kitchen, formal dining room, and living room with kiva fireplace is ready for entertaining guests or a quiet evening with family.  Click here to see all the features and photos!

1239 CERRO GORDO, Santa Fe, New Mexico

Here’s a completely remodeled home filled with Santa Fe charm on Historic Upper Cerro Gordo Road.  The fully enclosed setting with mountain views is the perfect setting for entertaining or just relaxing.  The two large bedrooms, two living areas, formal dining room and family room are just some of the features you’ll find when you visit the property detail page!

Here are a few more of our featured homes available.