Why Live in Torreon
Torreon, a neighborhood in Santa Fe, is characterized by its narrow, sidewalk-lined streets and lots ranging from 4,000 to 6,000 square feet, often featuring tool sheds and gravel driveways. The area is known for its mature piñon pines and cobblestone walls, with homes primarily built between the 1960s and 1980s. Residents will find a mix of Northern New Mexico-style homes with colorful metal roofs and bright stucco exteriors, as well as Santa Fe-style homes featuring flat roofs and exposed wooden vigas. Torreon Park, a central community hub, offers grassy fields, playgrounds, barbecue pits, and a nearly half-mile track. Nearby, Alto Saint Park, also known as Bicentennial Park, provides access to the Santa Fe River Trail, baseball fields, and the Bicentennial Pool. For shopping and dining, the New Solana Shopping Center is less than a mile east and features La Montañita Food Co-op, Betterday Vintage, and eateries like Pho Kim and Valentina’s. The Santa Fe Plaza, 2 miles east, is a vibrant area with shops and restaurants such as Cafe Pasqual’s. The Railyard Artisan and Santa Fe Farmers markets, about a mile east, are popular weekend destinations. Torreon is bordered by Alameda Street, which connects to Downtown Santa Fe and runs parallel to the Santa Fe River Trail. Highway 285 and Interstate 25 are easily accessible, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 9 miles west. Local students attend Santa Fe Public Schools, with Santa Fe High being highly rated. The neighborhood has a crime rate lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Torreon a good place to live?
Torreon is a good place to live. Torreon is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Torreon is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Torreon has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 54. The average household income is $86,220 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Torreon are home owners, with 25.9% of residents renting and 74.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Torreon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Torreon neighborhood guide.
Is Torreon, NM a safe neighborhood?
Torreon, NM is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Torreon?
The median home price in Torreon is $547,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $109,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.75%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $122K a year to afford the median home price in Torreon. The average household income in Torreon is $86K.
What are the best public schools in Torreon?
The best public schools that serve Torreon are:
What are the best private schools in Torreon?
The best private schools that serve Torreon are:
- Fayette Street Academy has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 3.1.
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Home Trends in Torreon, NM
On average, homes in Torreon, Santa Fe sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Torreon, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $531,000, up 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$531,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$568,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$439,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$479
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$547,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
17%
