Rancho Viejo
Area-new Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico homes
Rancho Viejo’s homes sit on curvy, tree-lined streets throughout the neighborhood, featuring manicured gravel gardens in the front and fruit trees in the back. “You also get these unobstructed views of nature, and because the streets have no lamps, you see the millions of stars in the night sky,” Medvec says. Built between the 1990s and 2020s on an acre of less, most of the community’s homes are Santa Fe-style, featuring stucco exteriors, flat roofs and exposed wooden beams called vigas. Most homes have two- or three-bedroom layouts and range from $395,000 to $550,000; however, four-bedroom homes on an acre range between $900,000 and $1 million. Northern New Mexico-style homes are also available; common features include pitched metal roofs, French doors and stucco exteriors. Prices for these range from $520,000 for two-bedroom homes to $725,000 for three-bedroom properties. Attached townhouses can be found here, too, all with attached garages and patios; prices start at $425,000 for a two-bedroom unit to $530,000 for a two-bedroom end unit.
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Public schools, community colleges and more
Local kids can attend Santa Fe Public School, including Amy Biehl Community School at Rancho Viejo, which earns a B-minus from Niche, and Milagro Middle, which earns a C-minus. At A-minus-rated Santa Fe High, students can enroll in specialized programs for engineering, culinary arts and JROTC. Elementary students can alternatively attend the Santo Nino Regional Catholic School, located on the Santa Maria De La Paz Catholic Church's campus within the community. The Institute of American Indian Arts and Santa Fe Community College are also located within the Rancho Viejo community. "They both offer continued education, and they're just right there for you," Medvec says.
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Acres upon acres of natural spaces, trails and plazas
Around 5,500 acres of Rancho Viejo are dedicated to natural spaces and community parks, offering residents ample outdoor recreation. Between 10 and 15 miles of paved multi-purpose trails weave the community’s schools, parks and subdivisions together, and are surrounded by views of high desert scenery and the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains. “Each of the five subdivisions also has its own plaza, with playgrounds for young kids and green fields for community events. They’re great little gathering spaces for the neighborhood,” Thompson says. For the price of a one-time nominal fee, Rancho Viejo residents also have access to the Santa Fe Community College’s recreation and gym facilities.
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Convenient to Downtown Santa Fe's festivals and markets
Although Rancho Viejo’s subdivisions host occasional community events, most residents head downtown 11 miles away for its year-round markets and festivals, and according to Medvec, traveling there from the neighborhood is convenient. “Santa Fe Trails buses take you straight from Rancho Viejo to the Plaza, which is really a blessing because of how challenging it can be to park when the markets get going,” Medvec says. The International Folk Art Market attracts over 20,000 attendees to the downtown area to shop from hundreds of artists from around the world, including South African basket weavers, Moroccan textile artists and Hungarian carpet makers.Nearby Santa Fe shopping centers
“Even though Rancho Viejo is in the southern half of the city, it’s still in the heart of things and convenient to shopping,” Medvec says. The Bisbee Court industrial park is home to a handful of businesses and eateries on the community's northern edge. Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery’s production space here invites guests to its tasting room for samplers and cocktails, and the regional chain El Parasol offers beloved New Mexican classics like green chile-loaded burritos. Around 3 miles north on Cerillos Road, a Walmart Supercenter, Target and Albertson’s are the community's go-to grocery spots, and the Santa Fe Place Mall is home to over 67 stores and restaurants, including the Regal Santa Fe Place.
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Immediate Interstate 25 access
Rancho Viejo’s northern edge touches Interstate 25, leading residents to the Santa Fe Plaza over 11 miles away. Richards Avenue is Rancho Viejo’s main thoroughfare, and paved multi-use paths run throughout the neighborhood, connecting its subdivisions to parks, community centers and each other. Santa Fe Trails buses also make stops in Rancho Viejo and bring locals to Downtown Santa Fe. The CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center is 8 miles east, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 7 miles northwest.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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The Staton Group Homes
The Staton Group Homes
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 594-8853
133 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Viejo
$425,000 Price
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Samantha Scarborough
Samantha Scarborough
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-3634
65 Total Sales
2 in Rancho Viejo
$470K - $681K Price Range
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Peace of the Planet Properties
Peace of the Planet Properties
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 908-3590
148 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Viejo
$550,000 Price
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Nicholas Pena
Nicholas Pena
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-2392
27 Total Sales
2 in Rancho Viejo
$345K - $469K Price Range
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Lise Knouse
Lise Knouse
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-3503
172 Total Sales
16 in Rancho Viejo
$342K - $990K Price Range
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Anna Vanderlaan
Anna Vanderlaan
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 557-3919
80 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Viejo
$459,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Rancho Viejo Park
Windmill Ridge Park
La Entrada Community Park
Sunset Park
Fire Station Trailhead
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rancho Viejo | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rancho Viejo Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rancho Viejo, Santa Fe sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Viejo, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $295,600, up 93% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$320,287
Median Sale Price
$295,600
Median Single Family Sale Price
$295,600
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$423,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
93%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
853
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
2014
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,025
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,417
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,386
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$719,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,359 Sq Ft
- 11 Sobradora Dr
- New 4 days ago
Warm Santa Fe Style Home with Custom Layout & Extensive Upgrades! This beautiful, single-level home in desirable Rancho Viejo is bathed in natural light and offers thoughtful design, comfort, and functionality throughout. Featuring a customized floor plan with three bedrooms plus an enclosed office, this home is ideal for those working from home or seeking a serene, stylish workspace—complete
Melissa Pippin CarsonSotheby's Int. RE/Washington(505) 421-7134 -
$669,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,363 Sq Ft
- 15 Cimarron Pass
Located in the desirable Windmill Ridge enclave of Rancho Viejo, this beautifully maintained 2,363 square foot single-level home is sure to impress. With soaring 12-foot ceilings and abundant natural light, the flowing floor plan offers an ideal backdrop for displaying treasured artwork. At the heart of the home is a circular dining area with windows overlooking a lush, private courtyard filled
Melissa Pippin CarsonSotheby's Int. RE/Washington(505) 805-3559 -
$599,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,681 Sq Ft
- 8 Cimarron Pass
- New 4 days ago
This beautifully designed Aspen floor plan offers effortless, single-level living—no steps, just seamless sophistication from room to room. Step inside to a sun-drenched, freshly painted living area adorned with a stunning new picture window and accented by warm wood ceiling beams. A gas fireplace serves as the elegant focal point, creating an inviting atmosphere for cozy evenings or stylish
Kristy Ortega RE MAX First
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,084
Median Age
48
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,255
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,420
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
College Graduates
51.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.2%
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®
49
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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