Why Live in Cañoncito
Cañoncito, a neighborhood in Santa Fe, is characterized by its secluded dirt roads and homes set amid desert woodlands and steep mountain hills. The area features custom-built Northern New Mexico-style homes from the 2000s to 2020s, with pitched metal roofs, colorful wood trimming, and tan stucco exteriors. These properties often include casitas, gardens, and horse stables on 5 to 7 acres of land. Santa Fe-style homes from the early 2000s, with Mission-style parapets and radial layouts, are also common. The neighborhood is bordered by the Eldorado Forest to the west and the expansive Santa Fe National Forest to the north and east, offering numerous parks, trails, and the Santa Fe Ski Basin. The Grasshopper Canyon Trailhead provides access to scenic hikes through towering pines and unique rock formations. While local amenities are limited, the nearby Eldorado community, 5 miles north, offers grocery stores, bakeries, and eateries. Additional dining options are available 6 miles up Old Las Vegas Highway, including Jambo Bobcat Bite and Harry’s Roadhouse. Downtown Santa Fe, with its vibrant shopping and dining scene, is a 15-minute drive away. The Eldorado Farmers Market, held every Friday, is a popular local event. Cañoncito is connected by Interstate 25 and Old Las Vegas Highway, with the Santa Fe Plaza 15 miles north, CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center 12 miles north, and Santa Fe Regional Airport 23 miles west. Local schools include the highly rated El Dorado Community School and Santa Fe High.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cañoncito a good place to live?
Cañoncito is a good place to live. Cañoncito is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Cañoncito is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Cañoncito has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 56. The average household income is $107,894 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44% of residents. A majority of residents in Cañoncito are home owners, with 18.9% of residents renting and 81.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cañoncito can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cañoncito neighborhood guide.
Is Cañoncito, NM a safe neighborhood?
Cañoncito, NM is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cañoncito?
The median home price in Cañoncito is $834,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $166,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $174K a year to afford the median home price in Cañoncito. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Cañoncito is $108K.
What are the best public schools in Cañoncito?
The best public schools that serve Cañoncito are:
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Home Trends in Cañoncito, NM
On average, homes in Cañoncito, Santa Fe sell after 156 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Cañoncito, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $672,500, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$672,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$749,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$404
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median List Price
$834,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
