La Madera Homes for Sale

La Madera in Santa Fe features Santa Fe-style homes from the 1920s to 1950s, with earthtone stucco or adobe exteriors, colorful wood molding and flat roofs with metal overhangs. These homes, often secluded behind coyote fencing and tall adobe walls, have between one and four bedrooms. The neighborhood is undergoing revitalization, with many properties in need of repair. Vacant parcels along the Santa Fe River make La Madera one of the last downtown areas available for development. Alto Saint Park, a 15-acre green space, is popular for yoga sessions, dog walking and its community garden. The Santa Fe River Trail, nearly 10 miles long, connects La Madera to other neighborhoods and parks nearby. The New Solana Shopping Center, just north across Alameda Street, includes the La Montañita Co-op and Betterday Coffee, a cafe and thrift store. Meow Wolf, an interactive art gallery, is 3 miles west in the Siler District, while the Santa Fe Plaza, a mile east, offers dining and shopping options like The Shed and Collected Works. The Railyard Arts District hosts weekly events, including the Santa Fe Farmers Market and the monthly Art Walk. La Madera is a mile west of Downtown Santa Fe, with bike lanes and sidewalks on Alameda Street leading to the city center. Saint Francis Drive provides access to Interstate 25, 3 miles south. Local students attend Santa Fe High, which has a high rating and a strong athletic program.