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The center of Santa Fe’s history and arts scene
Bordered north by the Santa Fe River and west by Santa Fe Plaza, Historic Santa Fe is the center of the City Different’s cultural scene, with centuries-old homes and a myriad of art galleries. “The Canyon Road Arts District here is one of the top art districts in the country, and if you go to where Canyon Road meets Acequia Madre, there’s a house Billy the Kid used to hide out in. That’s the kind of history you find here,” says Paige Cochran, a Santa Fe local and Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty. Despite its vibrant art scene and the tourist traffic it draws, Historic Santa Fe maintains a quiet, upscale suburban feel, with private single-family homes and walkable, tree-shaded streets.
Authentic Santa Fe-style homes and townhouse condos
Historic Santa Fe’s narrow residential streets are lined with traditional Santa Fe-style homes that date from the 1860s to 1940s, set behind adobe and ocotillo fencing and lush gardens; most gardens include mature cottonwood trees, which fill the air with flurries of white tufts. These historic homes include Territorial-style details like turquoise French doors and picture windows, as well as Pueblo-style features like tan stucco exteriors, vigas and flat roofs. “There’s a real sense of artistic and historical integrity here; people want to keep the flat roofs even if they’re not the best for when it snows,” says Lise Knouse, a Santa Fe local and Broker Owner with Keller Williams. Two-bedroom homes on 3,000-square-foot lots start at $1.2 million, while five-bedroom homes on major thoroughfare Canyon Road can exceed $3 million. Condos can also be found in Historic Santa Fe; prices start at $620,000 for a one-bedroom attached townhouse condo and go up to $1.5 million for a two-bedroom detached version.
Historic Santa Fe is a historic district, so renovating properties requires approval from the City of Santa Fe’s Historic Preservation Division. “It can be hard to even get a window replaced here, but it’s because the city values its historic character that much,” says Emily Medvec, an experienced Associate Broker with EXP Realty and a Santa Fe local.
Canyon Road Arts District
Home to over 80 galleries, Canyon Road boasts the highest concentration of galleries in the country, and although this makes it a popular tourist destination, locals also enjoy browsing, purchasing and making art here. “A lot of artists moved here in the 1800s to be treated for tuberculosis, and they felt so inspired by Santa Fe they never left,” Knouse says. Galleries range from the Morning Star Gallery, with its extensive collection of Native American pottery and jewelry, to Ventana Fine Art, which sells modern paintings and sculptures from around the world. During the Historic Canyon Road Paint and Sculpt Out in October, dozens of artists flood the street to create their own paintings and sculptures, with an audience of onlookers.
Centuries-old eateries, teahouses and markets
Some of Santa Fe’s most popular and historic restaurants are also scattered along Canyon Road. “I used to travel all over of the world, and I can say that Santa Fe has one of the best food scenes anywhere, hands down,” says Mark Rochester, a Broker with Berkshire Hathaway Homeservice who was born and raised in the city. “Geronimo is a great example of what you can get here because they never make a bad meal.” Set in an 18th-century hacienda, the fine-dining Geronimo blends New Mexican fare with global cuisines in dishes like hot chile-covered prawns with rice cakes. The Teahouse down the street serves purple ume waffles and rare oolong teas in its tranquil fruit orchard. “We’ve got apricots, apples, pears and cherries that you can pluck right from the tree,” says Miki Ponca-Montoya, the Teahouse’s barista. El Farol across the road has been serving New Mexican tapas since 1835. Just off Canyon Road on the Old Santa Fe Trail, Kaune’s Neighborhood Market has been the neighborhood go-to for groceries since 1896, with organic produce and ready-made meals.
Nearby sprawling greenspaces and the towering Cristo Rey Catholic Church
The closest major greenspace is Patrick Smith Park, less than a mile east on Canyon Road and stretching nearly 2 acres along the Santa Fe River; features here include basketball courts, a playground, open lawns and barbecue pits. The park is named after the first minister of the Cristo Rey Ortiz Church, which sits next door and was one of the country's largest adobe structures when it opened in 1940.
Nearly 3 miles east, the 135-acre Randall Davey Audubon Center and Sanctuary is the city’s sole nature center. “This is a lovely place, which preserves what Santa Fe’s nature must have been like thousands of years ago,” Cochran says. The nature garden here attracts over 190 bird species, including the juniper titmouse and downy woodpecker. The Allan Downey Museum is also here and features the works and furniture of the famous Santa Fe artist.
Holiday lights along Canyon Road
The annual Christmas Eve Farolito Walk brings thousands of visitors to Canyon Road for holiday festivities. Farolitos — small paper lanterns — and string lights are hung from every tree and storefront along Canyon Road, casting the arts district in a warm amber glow. “It doesn’t feel like the holidays here until the farolitos are up,” Cochran says. Jazz bands play classic Christmas carols, the delicious aroma of roasting pinecones fills the air, and galleries and coffeehouses invite people into the warm indoors for hot chocolate and eggnog.
Santa Fe Public Schools surrounded by history
Named for the 400-year-old acequia that still carries water past its campus, Acequia Madre Elementary earns a B-plus from Niche and became a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence in 2022. Milagro Middle receives a C-minus and offers courses for native Spanish speakers. Opened in 1899, Santa Fe High is the oldest high school in the city and offers specialized programs for engineering, JROTC and the culinary arts.
Pedestrian-friendly streets and nearby interstate on-ramps
Historic Santa Fe sits over 3 miles from Interstate 25, but Acequia Madre, Canyon Road and Alameda Street all lead to Downtown Santa Fe immediately west. Cyclists share these sharrows (roads marked with bicycle signs) with cars, and broad sidewalks and clearly marked crosswalks make Historic Santa Fe pedestrian friendly. Santa Fe Trails buses make stops along Alameda Street, and although Canyon Road’s art galleries and parking lots are often busy with tourists, the road itself experiences little automobile traffic. CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Hospital is about 3 miles southeast, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is about 15 miles west.
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Transit
Airport
Santa Fe Regional
22 min drive
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Alameda & Palace Ob
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Historic Santa Fe Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Historic Santa Fe, Santa Fe sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Historic Santa Fe, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $499,615, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Classic Santa Fe Charm in the Coveted Historic Eastside.Nestled in one of Santa Fe’s most historic and desirable neighborhoods, this enchanting residence with a main house and casita, offers timeless appeal. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street, and featuring a lush front garden, this serene property is surrounded by nature and just 5 minutes from the Plaza.The main house
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For Rent: Unique Property at 539 Old Santa Fe Trail, Santa Fe, NMDiscover the perfect blend of charm and functionality in this exceptional property located in the heart of Santa Fe. Situated on the historic Old Santa Fe Trail, this space offers unparalleled access to the vibrant downtown area, known for its rich culture, art galleries, and world-class dining.Key Features:- Prime
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,317
Median Age
65
Population under 18
8.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
49.6%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$99,715
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$132,937
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
80.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
53.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
48.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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