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Former railroad town with natural spaces and Old West allure
Around 17 miles south of the Santa Fe Plaza, Lamy is a rural village of small homes and upscale ranches surrounded by desert hills, nature preserves and views of the Sandia and Ortiz Mountains. Named for Archbishop Jean-Baptiste Lamy, the community was an important stop along the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad in the late 1800s, but after an 1898 wildfire destroyed much of the town and the railroad industry slowed in the 1940s, Lamy’s growth came to a halt. Today, century-old institutions like the Lamy Depot, Mission Chapel of Our Lady of Light, and 1881 Legal Tender Saloon and Eat House are still active here, and homebuyers are increasingly attracted to the community’s Old West character, access to natural spaces and proximity to Santa Fe. “You can get a quaint, little old house on the central street, a luxury ranch and anything in between in Lamy,” explains Matthew Tootelian-Rios, a local Associate Broker with Barker Realty. “Plus, you’re getting a rural lifestyle and natural beauty, all within 20 minutes of the city.”
The small but charming village of Lamy.
Friends and travelers gather at the bar at The Legal Tender Saloon in Lamy.
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Sprawling Northern New Mexico and Santa Fe-style ranches
Single-family homes and ranches built in the 21st century sit along Lamy’s historic roads, surrounded by vast stretches of savannah grasslands and juniper-piñon woodlands. Lots sprawl from 3 to upward of 10 acres, which locals use for horse stables, gardens, and small guesthouses called casitas. Most homes in Lamy are Northern New Mexico-style from the early 2000s to 2020s, featuring pitched metal or red-tile roofs, French doors and bright stucco exteriors; houses on 3 to 5 acres range from $500,000 to $800,000, while ranches with about 10 acres range from $1.9 million to $2 million. Within Lamy's gated Spirit Wind and Maddog communities, Santa Fe-style homes are set on 3 to 5 acres and feature tan stucco exteriors, flat roofs and exposed wooden beams called vigas; built between the early 2000s and 2020s, these homes range from $800,000 to $1.2 million, depending on age. Much of the land in Lamy is still open for development, with prices starting at $126,000 for a 3-acre parcel and going up to $800,000 for a 100-acre swath of desert hills.
Acres and acres of available land in Lamy.
Northern New Mexico style homes surrounded by beautiful landscapes in Lamy.
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Nature preserves, equestrian trails and scenic overlooks
The Galisteo Basin Preserve surrounds Lamy and spans more than 10,000 acres of savannah grasslands, with nearly 43 miles of dirt trails for walking, biking and horseback riding. Directly north of Lamy, the Eldorado Community Preserve stretches over 4,000 acres, crossing Highway 285 and the Galisteo River; its nearly 30 miles of trails travel through juniper-piñon woodlands and up to mountain peaks, offering wide views over desert landscapes. The Eldorado Community Preserve’s closest trailheads are found at the Phillips 66 gas station about 7 miles north of Lamy, and 12 miles east in Cañoncito.
Galisteo Basin Preserve is home to several hiking trails often used by Lamy residents.
Beautiful mountain views in Lamy.
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Old timey saloons and train station bars
Originally an 1881 mercantile store, the Legal Tender Saloon and Eat House has been the community mainstay for over a century; its authentic Brunswick bar and honky-tonk piano preserve its Old West allure. “The Legal Tender is super famous around here, and super haunted," says Kayla Oritz, a Santa Fe local and owner of Mineralbound Silver. "Way back in the day, a gambler was shot by a stray bullet during a poker game, and his ghost is still there — so they say.” Open only from Friday to Sunday, the Legal Tender’s four dining rooms and bar are nearly always filled with diners enjoying smoked pork quesadillas and the restaurant’s signature dessert, Tender Sunday. Across the street in the century-old Lamy Depot, Nuckolls Brewing Company is set invites locals and travelers to enjoy craft beers and bratwursts while watching the Amtrak train cars rumble by. According to Tootelian-Rios, most locals head 6 miles north to Eldorado for additional shopping and dining options, including the El Dorado Supermart grocery store.
The Legal Tender Saloon and Restaurant in Lamy is a historic landmark in Lamy.
Another New Mexican Landmark is Nuckrolls located in Lamy station.
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Nearby community schools in Eldorado and Santa Fe
Local kids can attend schools within two districts. The Santa Fe Public Schools district includes the El Dorado Community School, which serves Kindergarten through Grade 8 and earns a B-plus from Niche. The Whittier Union High district includes the A-minus-rated Santa Fe High, where students can choose from 20 AP classes and upward of 15 sports teams, as well as audition for the competitive Dance Team.
El Dorado Community school earns a B-plus from Niche and serves kindergarten through 8th grade.
Students can attend Santa Fe High School, which received an A minus from Niche.
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Highway and Amtrak access
Lamy sits on Highway 285, which connects to Interstate 25 around 6 miles north. The interstate leads 17 miles north to Downtown Santa Fe, and according to Tootelian-Rios, traffic is rarely heavy. “Lamy is surrounded by ranches and open spaces, so it only takes around 20 minutes to reach the Plaza,” Tootelian-Rios says. “The Amtrak Zephyr train that runs from Chicago to San Franciso also stops at the Lamy Depot, and still crosses through here twice a day.” Passengers can schedule Amtrak Thru Shuttles to take them from the Lamy Depot to the Santa Fe Railyard, around 48 minutes away. CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center is 15 miles north, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 25 miles northwest.
The central village of Lamy is still small, with a population just over one hundred.
Lamy Station is the hub where Amtrack brings day trippers.
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Lamy's wildfire risks
Lamy’s long history is marked with wildfires. In 1898, the entire town — save for the Lamy Depot and Legal Tender Saloon and Eat House — was destroyed by a wildfire, and as of 2023, the town is still listed as a high risk for wildfires by the Energy, Mineral and Natural Resources Department. Lamy lies 8 miles south of El Dorado Fire and Rescue Services, and is protected under Santa Fe County’s Community Wildfire Protection Plan. Homeowners help prevent wildfires by layering their lots with gravel, trimming the lower branches of trees and hiring herds of human-led goats to graze the community’s desert grasses.
A sleepy dog enjoys the day in Lamy.
Lamy has several small businesses that meet the needs of it's residents.
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Transit
Airport
Santa Fe Regional
36 min drive
Bus
Lamy
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lamy
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lamy, Santa Fe sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lamy, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $1,103,250, up 95% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful 3.71 acre lot in the Spirit Wind Subdivision. Great building envelope; just imagine building your dream home. Splendid views with dramatic sunsets! Well maintained paved roads. Close to the Galisteo Preserve trails and just 4.7 miles to The Agora Shopping area and La Tienda.
Charming new construction home in Lamy, NM, set on 1.3 acres with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This thoughtfully designed home boasts granite countertops tile floors throughout (no steps or carpet), and a pitched Propanel roof. The stained-glass front door with matching sidelights adds a beautiful touch of character. The property is horse-friendly, offering ample space for outdoor activities,
Extraordinary luxury residence offers a stunning 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Main Residence and 1-Bedroom 1-Bath Casita, property spans over 3,000 square feet, offering capacious space and refined finishes. Upon entering, notice the Exquisite details and custom finishes throughout. The interior design elegantly blends stylish elements, creating a warm ambiance. Quartz countertops, stainless LG
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
262
Median Age
64
Population under 18
12.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
47.7%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,129
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,421
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
48.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
15''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
9/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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