Nestled in the Sangre de Cristo foothills of northern New Mexico, Sante Fe has established itself as a creative arts hotbed (it’s recognized by UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network). This state capital, founded in 1610, lies across 52.3 square miles, and has a median age of 44.4 (2022). Tourism and government are the main drivers of its economy.

Spanish Revival and Pueblo Revival are the core design styles in Santa Fe homes. The typical home value is $576,924, up 16.9% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Santa Fe’s nickname is the “City Different,” and its annual events reflect its diversity: the Folk Art Market, Spanish Market, Indian Market, and Santa Fe Wine & Chile.

I-25 and U.S. Routes 84 and 285 make it easy to get around Santa Fe. Crooked streets line the historic district east of U.S. Route 285, not too far from the affluent homes on Artist and Hyde Park Roads. Eastside, while also historic, is mostly residential — a mix of condos, apartments, and gated estates. The neighborhoods of Tano Road, Las Dos, La Tierra, and Aldea stand out because they contain a range of architectural styles, from Modern to Spanish Revival.

Santa Fe is unique in every way. Residents are naturally inclined to slow down and enjoy their surroundings, considering the natural desert beauty and pleasant weather, and the area's rich history and heritage, which encompasses Spanish, Mexican, and Native American cultures.