Why Live in Lamy
Lamy, a rural village located 17 miles south of the Santa Fe Plaza, offers a blend of luxury ranches and historical charm, surrounded by desert hills and nature preserves. The community, named after Archbishop Jean-Baptiste Lamy, retains its Old West character with century-old landmarks like the Lamy Depot, Mission Chapel of Our Lady of Light, and Legal Tender Saloon and Eat House. Home styles in Lamy range from quaint houses to luxury ranches, predominantly featuring Northern New Mexico-style architecture with pitched metal or red-tile roofs and bright stucco exteriors. Properties often include 3 to 5 acres of land, used for horse stables, gardens, and casitas. The gated Spirit Wind and Maddog communities feature Santa Fe-style homes with tan stucco exteriors and exposed wooden beams. Lamy is surrounded by thousands of acres of high desert natural spaces, including the Galisteo Basin Preserves and Eldorado Community Preserve, offering extensive trails for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Local attractions include the Legal Tender Saloon and Eat House, known for its historic ambiance and weekend dining, and Nuckolls Brewing Company at the Lamy Depot. Children in Lamy attend highly rated schools such as El Dorado Community School and Santa Fe High. The area is safer than the national average and is protected under Santa Fe County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan, though it remains at high risk for wildfires. Lamy's proximity to Santa Fe, accessible via Highway 285 and the Amtrak Zephyr train, makes it a convenient location for those seeking a rural lifestyle close to city amenities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lamy a good place to live?
Lamy is a good place to live. Lamy is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. It has a median age of 64. The average household income is $119,421 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 48.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Lamy are home owners, with 13.2% of residents renting and 86.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lamy can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lamy neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lamy?
The median home price in Lamy is $802,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $160,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,080 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $175K a year to afford the median home price in Lamy. The average household income in Lamy is $119K.
What are the best public schools in Lamy?
The best public schools that serve Lamy are:
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Are home prices dropping in Lamy?
Yes, home prices in Lamy are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Lamy, NM
On average, homes in Lamy, Santa Fe sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Lamy, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $798,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$798,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$776,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$412
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$802,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
