Why Live in Historic Saint Catherine's
Historic Saint Catherine's in Santa Fe features a mix of condominiums and single-family homes, with Santa Fe-style architecture prevalent throughout. Condos, often with stucco exteriors and flat roofs, range from attached two-story units to detached one-to-three-bedroom homes, with homeowners association fees around $400 monthly. Single-family homes, built between the 1970s and 2000s, typically feature tan stucco exteriors, flat roofs, and exposed wooden beams. The neighborhood's roads transition from paved streets to dirt paths as they ascend Rosario Hill, reflecting the area's unique character. While the neighborhood itself lacks greenspaces, Fort Marcy Park, just a mile away, offers a recreation complex, multi-use fields, and the Fort Marcy Ballpark. The Santa Fe Plaza, less than a mile south, is a hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment, including venues like Kakawa Chocolate House and Jean Cocteau Cinema. The DeVargas Center provides convenient grocery options with Market Street and Sprouts Farmers Market. Annual events like the Burning of Zozobra at Fort Marcy Park draw large crowds. Historic Saint Catherine's is less than a mile from Saint Francis Drive, providing access to Interstate 25, and is served by Santa Fe Trails buses. Local students attend highly rated schools such as Carlos Gilbert Elementary and Santa Fe High. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families and individuals alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Historic Saint Catherine's a good place to live?
Historic Saint Catherine's is a good place to live. Historic Saint Catherine's is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable. It is sparse in population with 0.2 people per acre and a median age of 63. The average household income is $78,236 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 55.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Historic Saint Catherine's are home owners, with 31.6% of residents renting and 68.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Historic Saint Catherine's can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Historic Saint Catherine's neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Historic Saint Catherine's?
The median home price in Historic Saint Catherine's is $749,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $149,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $166K a year to afford the median home price in Historic Saint Catherine's. The average household income in Historic Saint Catherine's is $78K.
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Home Trends in Historic Saint Catherine's, NM
On average, homes in Historic Saint Catherine's, Santa Fe sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Historic Saint Catherine's, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $760,000, up 177% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$760,000
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$749,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
177%
