Near North, a Santa Fe neighborhood sometimes described as "Plaza-walkable," is within 2 miles of downtown's Santa Fe Plaza, a historical landmark and the city's central hub for shops and gatherings. Near North has a rustic feel, with dirt roads and spaced-out lots. To the east are the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and to the west are the Jemez Mountains.
Buyers should expect to see the Santa Fe architectural style, which combines Pueblo- and Territorial-style features like flat roofs and earth-toned stucco finishes. Not many homes are on the market at a time, but over a year, as of April 2025, prices were in the $900,000s to $1.8 million. "Homes in this area may offer more space compared to those in Santa Fe's more urbanized sections. Some properties have larger lots and gardens," says Nichole Aragon, an associate broker with Simply Real Estate. Most lots are a half-acre or more. Townhomes and condos are concentrated north of Los Lovatos Road and are typically in the $500,000s to $800,000s.
The CAP Index Crime Score in Near North is 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
Southeast of the neighborhood are Fort Marcy Park and the Fort Marcy Recreation Complex, which feature a 25-yard pool, gymnasium, dog park and racquetball courts. Sports leagues like Santa Fuego Baseball frequently visit Fort Marcy. The Friday before Labor Day, the park is the site of the Burning of Zozobra, which brings crowds of over 60,000. The effigy-burning event meant to eradicate gloom and worry has been held for over 100 years. Also marking the end of summer is the Fiestas de Santa Fe, a city-wide celebration with numerous events held over weeks.
Santa Fe Plaza, or The Plaza, is a National Historic Landmark with a central park and original adobe buildings that date to the city's 17th-century Spanish Colonial era. The Plaza's shops, restaurants, galleries and events are a big draw. The Shed, a popular cantina serving New Mexican specialties, is housed in a 19th-century hacienda. Events "on The Plaza" include the Santa Fe Farmers Market, held on Saturdays year-round; Sovereign Santa Fe, a contemporary Native American Art exhibition in August; and the Santa Fe Wine and Chile Fiesta in September. DeVargas Park and DeVargas Center offer more suburban-style shopping and dining close to the neighborhood. Grocery stores include Sprouts Farmers Market and Market Street. Atriscos Cafe & Bar is another option for New Mexican cuisine, and Jinja Bar & Bisto fuses Pacific Islands and East Asian cooking. The Alley has 12 lanes for spring pin bowling, plus billiards, darts and shuffleboard.
Kids may attend schools like Carlos Gilbert Elementary, a kindergarten through sixth grade school that earns an A-minus grade from Niche. Milagro Middle School, receiving a C, serves seventh and eighth grades. Santa Fe High School has a B-plus and programs in engineering, culinary arts and the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (NJROTC). The middle and high school are among the district's community schools, which promote community connections, family engagement and collaborative leadership. There's a transfer lottery system in the district and specialty schools such as the Mandela International Magnet, which provides an International Baccalaureate program for seventh through twelfth grades.
Dirt roads without sidewalks link residential lots in Near North. Hilly streets include Los Lovatos Road and Paseo de La Loma. "Streets here tend to be quieter, with less traffic than other communities," Aragon says. Near North is car-dependent other than its convenient proximity to downtown, which may entice some to walk. To the west is U.S. Route 84, and to the south, there's state Route 475. A commuter-rail trip to Albuquerque takes about 2 hours from the downtown Santa Fe Depot Rail Runner Station. The Santa Fe Regional Airport, about 12 miles from the neighborhood, offers flights to hubs like Phoenix, Denver and Dallas/Fort Worth. Some Santa Fe residents are concerned about noise related to the airport: the number of flights has increased, while the future of noise abatement policies is unknown.
Joaquin Sanchez
Sun Mountain Real Estate
(505) 557-4828
68 Total Sales
1 in Near North
$639,000 Price
Dario Gonzales
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-1534
66 Total Sales
1 in Near North
$440,000 Price
Jeff Snodgrass
Snodgrass Realty, LLC
(505) 666-5588
68 Total Sales
2 in Near North
$639K - $705K Price Range
Richard Allen
Sotheby's Int. RE/Washington
(505) 557-2136
130 Total Sales
1 in Near North
$1,100,000 Price
Shell Goldman
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-4925
61 Total Sales
1 in Near North
$140,000 Price
Lauren Caffrey
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 209-8208
17 Total Sales
1 in Near North
$580,000 Price
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Near North | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Near North, Santa Fe sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Near North, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $278,995, down 62% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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