$1,776,892Average Value$1,343Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
A luxury mountain suburb between the Santa Fe Plaza and National Forest
In the Sangre de Cristo foothills, Sierra del Norte is an upscale suburb set 3 miles between Hyde Memorial State Park and the Santa Fe Plaza. One of the City Different’s newest neighborhoods, Sierra del Norte began development in the 1990s, its sprawling estates taking advantage of the area’s juniper-piñon woodlands and panoramic mountain and city views. “It’s one of the few places where you can see all the mountain ranges surrounding Santa Fe, from the Jemez to the Ortiz,” says Paige Cochran, a local Associate Broker with Keller Williams Realty. On top of its views, Sierra del Norte enjoys proximity to the City Different’s expansive forests and parks while remaining close to its artistic and culinary offerings. “It’s very close to the Santa Fe Opera but also Hyde Park, so you’re getting luxury with nature,” Cochran says.
Shopping is like no other when Sierra Del Norte residents visit the Santa Fe Plaza.
Residents of Sierra Del Norte have great opportunities to get lost in all of the natural beauty.
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Custom-built Santa Fe-style homes with manicured lawns and mountain views
Secluded from the street behind piñon pines and winterfat bushes, Sierra del Norte’s sprawling estates were custom-built in the Santa Fe style between the 1990s and 2000s. All sit on 1- to 2-acre lots with manicured lawns and stone patios; common features include flat roofs, tan stucco exteriors and sleek, modern designs that set them apart from homes in other luxury Santa Fe neighborhoods. Most have three to four bedrooms and range from $1.6 million to $2.5 million, depending on lot size and their sense of seclusion; however, hilltop mansions with views of Santa Fe and the surrounding mountain hillsides can cost between $4.4 million and $4.5 million. “Most of Sierra del Norte is built out, but some straggling lots are still available. The best thing is that it’s a lot easier to develop here than in other mountain communities because the land is a lot flatter,” Cochran says. Prices for lots range from $150,000 for 1 acre at a lower elevation to $800,000 for 2 acres overlooking the Sangre de Cristos’ juniper-piñon woodlands.
Living on a hill in Sierra Del Norte provides amazing views.
Nature lovers enjoy Sierra Del Norte for how close they can live to it.
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Santa Fe Public Schools with classic school papers and career programs
Local kids can attend Santa Fe Public Schools, including Atalaya Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, and Milagro Middle, which scores a C-minus. At A-minus-rated Satna Fe, they can join the school newspaper “The Demon Tattler,” which has been running for around 70 years. Santa Fe High also offers specialized culinary arts, engineering and JROTC programs.
Students at Atalaya Elementary School are given great opportunities.
Students can attend Santa Fe High School, which received an A minus from Niche.
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Trails, forests and campsites all around
The Sierra del Norte Trailhead is the most popular spot along the Dale Ball Trail Network for its access to flatter terrain, earning it the nickname “The Corral.” The Dale Ball Trails stretch nearly 25 miles across the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and are open to dog walkers and cyclists. “They’re so long that they run all the way to the Santa Fe Canyon and even toward Atalaya Mountain,” Cochran says. Around 3 miles further east in the mountains, the 350-acre Hyde Memorial State Park is surrounded by ponderosa pines and gold-leafed aspens, and offers over 50 campsites for tents and RVs. Hyde Park is also home to over 4 miles of trails. The quarter-mile Waterfall Trail leads to scenic creeks and waterfalls, and the challenging West Circle Trail climbs over 1,000 feet in less than 3 miles.
There are many trails around Sierra Del Norte that casual walkers or hikers will enjoy.
Sierra Del Norte can take great trips with the family in the Santa Fe National Forest.
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Downtown Santa Fe and Ten Thousand Waves
Sierra del Norte residents are only 3 miles west of Downtown Santa Fe’s shopping and dining scene. Tia Sophia’s here offers a low-key dining experience paired with some of the city’s most beloved green chile sopapillas. “Tia Sophia’s is where you go for the real New Mexican food,” says Emily Medvec, a local Associate Broker with EXP Realty. The DeVargas Center in downtown is home to several grocery stores, including Market Street and Sprouts Farmers Market. A mile up Hyde Park Road in the opposite direction, the Ten Thousand Waves Spa is surrounded by tall piñon pines and is home to hot springs, saunas and the Izanami Restaurant. “Ten Thousand Wave and Izanami are the very best resort and restaurant in Santa Fe, in my humble opinion,” Cochran says. Housing the largest selection of soba in the world outside Japan, Izanami mixes a fine-dining Japanese tapas experience with a casual, welcoming atmosphere.
Ten Thousand Waves is a Japanese Spa that has lodging and a restaurant near Sierra Del Norte.
Sierra Del Norte residents can head to Sierra for all of their outdoor needs.
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Nearby the Santa Fe Plaza and Highway 284
Hyde Park Road runs directly to the Santa Fe Plaza over 3 miles south, and continues onto US Highway 284 around 4 miles east. Sierra del Norte’s hilly terrain and lack of bike lanes render it car-dependent, but hikers can use the Dale Ball Trail Network to get to the Upper Canyon Road area, just over a mile south. CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center is over 5 miles south, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 14 miles west.
Sierra Del Norte is a small neighborhood tucked into the Sangre de Cristo Foothills.
If the hustle and bustle is too much head to Sierra Del Norte and embrace escape to nature.
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The Santa Fe Opera’s summer shows
The Santa Fe Opera 6 miles north plays at least five shows every summer. An outdoor venue, the Santa Fe Opera invites attendees to enjoy standard repertoire and new releases while gazing at the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains.
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Transit
Airport
Santa Fe Regional
29 min drive
Sierra del Norte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sierra del Norte, Santa Fe sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Sierra del Norte, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $2,374,450, up 146% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Experience privacy, comfort, and modern elegance in this beautifully updated home, perfectly situated in a peaceful valley just off Barranca Road—only five minutes from the Santa Fe Plaza. Nestled among the pinon trees and facing the stunning Sangre de Cristo Mountains, this light-filled residence offers a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living.The open-concept main level features a
This, Rick Driscoll built, Sierra del Norte estate is perfectly located near the top of the subdivision. The 2.15 acre lot borders county open land, offers western views and can accommodate a casita. This home is a must see for the discerning buyer who wants quality, architectural excellence, privacy, views, and convenient access to the heart of Santa Fe and the ski area. Finishes include diamond
Tucked into the serene hills just above the historic Santa Fe Plaza, this timeless adobe-style residence offers the quintessential blend of Southwestern charm and refined privacy. With over 3,000 square feet of elegant living space, this three-bedroom sanctuary also includes a versatile den or office—perfect for quiet workdays or creative pursuits.Classic vigas, kiva fireplaces, and thick
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
337
Median Age
68
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
56.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$79,167
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,902
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
80.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
33.2%
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
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