Townhomes for Sale in Rio en Medio, Santa Fe

Rio en Medio, located in Santa Fe, is a picturesque neighborhood nestled among the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo mountains. The area features Northern New Mexico style homes with tan stucco exteriors, pitched metal roofs, and wraparound porches, built primarily in the 1990s and 2000s. These custom-built homes, ranging from three to five bedrooms, sit on lots that vary from 1 to over 20 acres, often used for gardens and fruit orchards. The community is bordered by the Santa Fe National Forest, offering access to outdoor activities like hiking, cycling, and equestrian trails, although the local Rio en Medio Trail is currently under restoration due to flood and wildfire damage. Residents can explore the Aspen Ranch Loop, located 8 miles west, for picnicking and fishing. For winter sports enthusiasts, Ski Santa Fe provides over 88 ski slopes. The neighborhood is 6 miles from the Tesuque Village Market, known for its breakfast chimichangas and brick oven pizzas, and 13 miles from the DeVargas Center, which includes Sprouts Farmers Market and Market Street. El Nido in Tesuque offers upscale dining with dishes like stuffed roast poblanos and seared seabass. Cultural events are accessible with the Santa Fe Opera located 10 miles south. While the area is remote, Route 84 is 5 miles west, leading to Downtown Santa Fe 10 miles south. The nearest hospital, CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center, is 16 miles away, with the Santa Fe Regional Airport 22 miles south and Albuquerque International Sunport 78 miles south. Local students attend Santa Fe High, which has a high rating and a strong athletic program.