Historic Spanish-Tewa farming village between Santa Fe and Los Alamos
About 16 miles north of Santa Fe and 19 miles east of Los Alamos, Cuyamungue is a farming village in the Pojoaque Reservation, surrounded by Nambe Falls and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Originally inhabited by Tewa Indians between the 1300s and 1500s, Cuyamungue became a community of Spanish farmers in the late 17th century; today, local businesses like Gabriel’s Mexican restaurant, the Poeh Cultural Center, and the Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino represent the community's Hispanic and native cultures. Cuyamungue continues to attract newcomers with its historic, rural character and convenient location. “Many families in Cuyamungue have farmed here for generations," says Lise Knouse, a Santa Fe local and experienced Broker Owner with Keller Williams, "but a lot of people are moving here because it's perfectly between Santa Fe’s shopping options and work at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.”
About 16 miles north of Santa Fe and 19 miles east of Los Alamos, Cuyamungue is a farming village in the Pojoaque Reservation, surrounded by Nambe Falls and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
Cuyamungue is located north of Santa Fe.
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Northern New Mexico and Santa Fe Homes on the Rio Tesuque
Set on dirt roads peppered with cottonwood trees, Cuyamungue’s homes sit on long, narrow lots that stretch to the Rio Tesuque, the Arroyo Ancha, or irrigation ditches called acequias. Though farming is no longer a way of life here, many families continue to garden or tend fruit orchards along the river. Most properties here are Northern New Mexico-style homes from the 1960s to ‘80s, featuring green, steeply pitched metal roofs, stucco exteriors and ocotillo fencing. Some of these Northern New Mexico-style homes feature recent renovations, and lots range from a quarter-acre to upward of 2 acres; prices range from $170,000 to $550,000. Santa Fe-style homes from the 1950s to 2010s dot the area, often featuring tan stucco exteriors, colorful wood molding and flat roofs supported by exposed wooden beams called vigas; lots range from a quarter-acre to 1 acre, and prices range from $490,000 to $600,000. Undeveloped land is also available in Cuyamungue, with 1-acre lots ranging from $90,000 to $160,000, depending on their water rights.
Set on dirt roads peppered with cottonwood trees, Cuyamungue’s homes sit on long, narrow lots.
Cuyamungue homes are covered in stucco.
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Dry riverbeds and scenic waterfalls nearby
High desert scenery and natural spaces are interwoven with Cuyamungue’s farmlands. “The Rio Tesuque is usually dry, so I’ve had clients telling me about how they like to walk along the riverbed," Knouse says. "But a wet spring can bring the river waters right back.” Around 11 miles east in the Sangre de Cristo foothills, residents can enjoy the cool waters and views of Nambe Falls. Here, the quarter-mile Dry Trail climbs to an overlook of Nambe’s tiered waterfalls, and the Wet Trail bends around pinyon trees and creeks to the waterfalls’ pools. The Towa Golf Club at Buffalo Thunder also lies directly beside Cuyamungue, featuring three nine-hole courses with panoramic desert and mountain views.
High desert scenery and natural spaces are interwoven with Cuyamungue’s farmlands.
Cuyamungue residents can enjoy the cool waters and views of Nambe Falls.
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New Mexican and Native American businesses all around
Pojoaque’s scattered retailers and eateries surround Cuyamungue. Less than a mile north, the Pojoaque Supermarket is the community go-to for groceries, and its neighbor the Sopaipilla Factory Restaurant is a favorite for its all-day breakfast. Less than a mile south, the Mexican restaurant Gabriel’s of Santa Fe is best known for its guacamole, which is made fresh right at the table. At the Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino, Red Sage offers a fine dining atmosphere with flashy modern decor and grilled filet mignon.
Cuyamungue is home to Buffalo Thunder.
Shop for groceries at Pojoaque Supermarket in Cuyamungue.
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Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival
The Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival brings hundreds of Native American artists to Cuyamungue every August. Hosted at the Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino, the festival features indigenous jewelers, quilt makers, and live music and dancing acts.
The Pathways Indigenous Arts Festival brings hundreds of Native American artists to Cuyamungue every August.
Hosted at the Buffalo Thunder Resort Casino, the festival features indigenous jewelers, quilt makers, and live music and dancing acts.
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Pojoaque Valley Schools
Pablo Roybal Elementary serves students from Kindergarten through Grade 3 and earns a B-minus from Niche, while Pojoaque Valley Intermediate serves Grades 4 and 5 and earns a C. The B-minus-rated Pojoaque Valley Middle serves Grades 6 through 8, and students who continue to the C-rated Pojoaque Valley High can enroll in film and engineering clubs.
Pablo Roybal Elementary earns a B from Niche.
Students can attend Pojoaque Valley High which earned a C rating from Niche.
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Immediate Highway 285 access
Cuyamungue is bordered east by Highway 285, which leads 16 miles south to Downtown Santa Fe. Less than a mile north, Highway 285 intersects with New Mexico 502, which leads 19 miles west to Los Alamos. The Presbyterian Española Hospital is about 12 miles north, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 25 miles south.
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Welcome to a rare opportunity in the heart of Cuyamungue, NM! This unique property has been in the family since the 1950s and spans approximately 8.45 acres of flat, fenced land. Nestled among old-growth cottonwoods, the property boasts an original family adobe, offering a glimpse into historic New Mexico charm, alongside a double-wide home ready for potential. With 3 registered wells, each
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
504
Median Age
47
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,875
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,454
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
30.6%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11%
% Population in Labor Force
61.6%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
24/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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