Cuartelez
Neighborhood in Espanola, New Mexico
Rio Arriba County 87532
$400,007
Average Value
$178
Average Price per Sq Ft
Santa Fe- and Northern New Mexico-style homesteads
Surrounded by rugged desert hills, mature cottonwood trees and old dirt roads, Cuartelez’ homes sit on long, narrow lots studded with fruit trees and art studios. Most either brush against the Santa Cruz River or the centuries-old acequias that deliver water from the stream. Santa Fe-style homes from the 1880s to 1950s are common, featuring authentic adobe exteriors, flat roofs and exposed wooden beams called vigas. Northern New Mexico-style homes from the same period are also prevalent; typical features include weathered metal roofs, bright stucco exteriors and white wood trimming. Homes are often passed down between generations here and rarely come to the market. As of late 2024, the average home price is around $500,000, lower than national and Santa Fe Metro Area averages.
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Near the Jemez Mountains and Santa Fe National Forest
With the Santa Fe National Forest to the east and Jemez Mountains to the west, Cuartelez has access to over a million acres of open space. Around 30 miles west, Abiquiu Lake sits amid imposing red sandstone rockfaces and is a popular spot for fishing and boating. Mountain paths like the 31 Mile Road in Española are frequented by dirt bikers and off-roaders for their panoramic views of ponderosa pine forests and high desert scenery. Under 10 miles east, the Santa Cruz Lake Recreation Area’s chilly waters and sheer cliffs invite both kayakers and campers; 20 miles south in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Nambe Falls is another popular camping spot known for its tiered waterfalls. In the winter, the Ski Santa Fe Resort invites alpinists to enjoy its 87 runs, including five double black diamond slopes.Served by Española Public Schools
Local kids are served by Española Public Schools, which scores an overall grade of C on Niche and offers trilingual services in English, Spanish and Tewa. Students can start at C-minus-rated Tony Quintina Elementary and continue to C-minus-rated Carlos F. Vigil Middle. C-plus-rated Española Valley High is known for its strong sports programs; in 2023, the Sun Devils won the Division 2-4A Football Championship.
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Quick commutes to Española, Santa Fe and Los Alamos
New Mexico State Road 76 runs through the center of Cuartelez, leading around 5 miles west to Española; from there, New Mexico State Road 30 takes commuters 18 miles south to Los Alamos. Highway 285 is around 2 miles west and runs 25 miles south to Santa Fe. Although North Central Regional Transit District buses make stops along Santa Cruz Road, locals rely on cars to get around. Presbyterian Española Hospital is around 5 miles south, and CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center is 27 miles south. The Española Municipal Airport is 5 miles north, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 34 miles south.Española shops and Cuartelez studios
Around 5 miles west, Española has been the commercial center for villages like Cuartelez for well over a century. Along the Riverside Drive corridor, locals can shop for groceries at the Walmart Supercenter or choose their pick from a host of fast-food chains and casual restaurants. On Monday mornings, the Española Farmers Market’s stalls fill an open field on Railroad Avenue, offering locally grown produce and animal products. Centered around an open plaza, Anthony’s on the Delta is a shopping center focused on mom-and-pop businesses; folks here can grab colorful bouquets at Delta Flowers or enjoy deliciously greasy quesadillas at La Fonda del Sol. Many Cuartelez artists also open their art studios during the village’s seasonal studio tours, inviting visitors and neighbors to peruse and purchase their work. “Between fall and Christmas, all the little villages will open their studios, and you see everything between glassblowing and marble statues,” Horpedahl says.Water associations, acequias and private wells in Cuartelez
Cuartelez has experienced water scarcity in the past. In 2000, the villages of Cuartelez, La Mesilla, El Valle de Arroyo Seco and La Puebla formed the Cuatro Villas Municipal Development Water Users Association (MDWUA) in response to the growing need for drinking water in the region. Now, members of the association have access to clean water 24 hours a day from Cuatro Villas’ water tanks. Some properties in Cuartelez also have water rights to the Santa Cruz River and its acequias. Those with water rights must participate in acequia clean-up days to ensure the ditches are clear of debris; otherwise, the Mayordomo (ditch boss) reserves the right to deny access to the acequias. Other properties may obtain private access to groundwater from the New Mexico State Engineer.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Vallejos Realty
Vallejos Realty
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 806-1439
372 Total Sales
1 in Cuartelez
$112,000 Price
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Emery Maez
Emery Maez
The Maez Group
(505) 557-1776
226 Total Sales
1 in Cuartelez
$255,000 Price
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Victor Ortega
Victor Ortega
(505) 372-6027
110 Total Sales
1 in Cuartelez
$112,000 Price
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Lori Montoya
Lori Montoya
Barker Realty, LLC
(505) 557-1675
69 Total Sales
1 in Cuartelez
$330,000 Price
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Avril Ekstrand
Avril Ekstrand
Santa Fe Properties
(831) 574-2163
75 Total Sales
2 in Cuartelez
$330,000 Price Range
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Joseph Maez
Joseph Maez
The Maez Group-ALB
(505) 300-2391
1,644 Total Sales
1 in Cuartelez
$255,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cuartelez | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cuartelez Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cuartelez, Espanola sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cuartelez, Espanola over the last 12 months is $330,000, up 37% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$350,000
Median Sale Price
$330,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
37%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$178
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
24
Median Year Built
1980
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
6,154
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
54,450
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
189
Median Age
40
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$34,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,770
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
59.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Nearby Neighborhoods
Santa Cruz
Historic farming village on the edge of Espanola near Santa Fe and Los Alamos
La Puebla
A small, rural community with historic acequias near Los Alamos and Santa Fe
Sombrillo
A farming village and Sikh commune with easy commutes to Los Alamos and Santa Fe
El Valle de Arroyo Seco
Small desert artist colony north of Santa Fe, near Los Alamos and Espanola
Pojoaque
Historic Native and Hispanic pueblo with convenience to Santa Fe and Los Alamos
Rio Chiquito
A rural foothills community in an area known for a famous pilgrimage site
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