$891,631Average Value$353Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Sweeping horse properties and mountain views south of Santa Fe
About 7 miles south of Santa Fe, the large ranches of Sunlit Hills are surrounded by juniper-piñon woodlands, gently sloping land, and flat desert plains. “If you’re saying to yourself that you want to be near the Santa Fe Plaza but lead a rural life with horses, then Sunlit Hills is the perfect place to be,” says Jody Lusk, a Santa Fe local and Associate Broker with Barker Realty. Set at the base of the Sangre de Cristos, Sunlit Hills is close to natural spaces like Arroyo Hondo and hiking trails like the Santa Fe Rail Trail, all with panoramic views of Santa Fe’s mountain ranges. “Lots of people want to be on the north side of Santa Fe because the Sangre de Cristos are so close,” explains Lusk, “but it’s in the flatter, lower places like Sunlit Hills where you get the sweeping views of the Jemez and Sandia Mountains.” Sunlit Hills sits directly on Interstate 25, and scores a low 1 out of 10 on the CAP Index, compared to the national average of 4.
Widespread Sunlit Hills gives residents plenty of room for peace and quiet.
Sunlit Hills sits in a quiet part of town surrounded by nature.
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Santa Fe-style ranches and custom-built estates surrounded by gentle hills
Most homes in Sunlit Hills are Santa Fe-style houses built between the 1970s and 2000s, with tan stucco exteriors, exposed wooden beams called vigas, and colorful adobe walls and fences that lend them a sense of privacy. All have 5 acres or more, on land that's either gently sloping or flat; the flatter the lot, the higher the price, ranging from $700,000 to $1.3 million. Custom-built homes from the 2000s and set on 5 to 7 acres of juniper-piñon woodlands are scattered across Sunlit Hills, most with Spanish Revival features like terracotta-tiled roofs, arched doors and windows, and bright stucco exteriors; prices range from $1.1 million to $1.8 million, depending on lot size. Undeveloped land is also available here, with prices ranging from $185,000 for 5 acres to $280,000 for 6 acres.
You will find a mix of dirt and paved residential roads in Sunlit Hills.
You can spot some homes around Sunlit Hills, built into the hillside for phenomenal views.
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Nature trails, marshy canyons and forests nearby
“There are trails running all throughout the Sunlit Hills area,” Lusk says. “I go out that way with my dog a lot, and I always see a few people out there, and even horses.” The 15-mile Santa Fe Rail Trail forms the neighborhood’s western border and runs along the old Santa Fe Railroad; beginning at the Santa Fe Railyard to the north and ending at the Lamy Depot to the south, the Rail Trail is open to pedestrians, cyclists and horseback riders. Around 5 miles north, the 86-acre Arroyo Hondo Open Space is a canyon filled with piñon trees, rock crags and 3 miles of walking trails. About 6 miles south, the Eldorado Forest is home to nearly 30 miles of trails, which climb mountain peaks and overlook the surrounding desert landscape. “The Eldorado Forest is really meant for residents of Eldorado — but hikers will hike,” laughs Liza Cale, a local Associate Broker with Santa Fe properties.
You will often find Sunlit Hills residents out enjoying nature.
Mountain Bikers around Sunlit Hills love the many trails they can ride along.
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Nearby eateries and shops on Old Las Vegas Highway and Downtown Santa Fe
Old Las Vegas Highway runs by Sunlit Hills’ eastern edge and is home to some of Santa Fe’s most popular restaurants. “Harry’s Roadhouse is a classic diner and almost always busy, and Jambo Bobcat Bite makes the best green chile cheeseburger around,” says Cale. While there are no grocery stores within Sunlit Hills, Kaune's Neighborhood Market is 7 miles north in Downtown Santa Fe and has been in operation since 1896.
Sunlit Hills residents get a variety of food options with fun atmosphere at Harry's Roadhouse.
Sunlit Hills residents can enjoy a beautiful patio at Jambo's Bobcat Bite.
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Santa Fe Public Schools
Local kids can attend Santa Fe Public Schools, including E.J. Martinez Elementary, which earns a C-plus from Niche, and Milagro Middle, which receives a C-minus. At A-minus-rated Santa Fe High, they can volunteer for the school newspaper “The Demon Tattler” or enroll in engineering and culinary arts programs.
Students at E.J. Martinez Elementary School are given a quality education.
Students can attend Santa Fe High School, which received an A minus from Niche.
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Immediate Interstate 25 and Old Las Vegas Highway access
Sunlit Hills is bordered east by Interstate 25 and the Old Las Vegas Highway; the latter branches off to Old Pecos Trail, which leads into Downtown Santa Fe 7 miles north. Although a lack of public transportation and sidewalks leaves many residents of Sunlit Hills car-bound, the Santa Fe Rail Trail invites walkers and cyclists to walk to the Santa Fe Railyard in downtown. The CHRISTUS Saint Vincent Regional Medical Center is 5 miles north, and the Santa Fe Regional Airport is 16 miles west.
Weekly farmers and artists markets in Downtown
Every Saturday Santa Fe Farmers and Railyard Artisans markets run side-by-side in the Railyard Arts District in Santa Fe, 7 miles north of Sunlit Hills. Farmers from all over Northern New Mexico come here to sell fresh produce, meats and other animal products, while local artists sell everything from quirky paintings of buffalo to bedazzled dog collars.
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Transit
Airport
Santa Fe Regional
26 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sunlit Hills
US
Homicide
1
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 Sunlit Hills, Santa Fe sell after 117 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sunlit Hills, Santa Fe over the last 12 months is $774,436, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to your serene, gated sanctuary, an exquisite retreat, with a beautiful home and guest house, nestled on 8 acres of tranquility where horses are welcome. Built in 1986, it was refurbished in 2004 and further enhanced by its current owners. It features a stunning reflecting pond with a graceful fountain and a resurfaced, rocked, and lined Koi Pond that enhances the park-like ambiance with
Welcome to this amazing one-owner home in Santa Fe on 5 private acres in Sunlit Hills. This home has all the living space you need and the expansive walled courtyard is an entertainer’s dream! On the main floor is an inviting living room with a rock fireplace, a dining room, a light-filled kitchen with peaceful views out of each window, a breakfast area, a powder room, an additional living
Discover the perfect blend of modern luxury and cottage charm in this custom-built 2023 modern farmhouse, offering 2,213 sq. ft. of beautifully designed living space. Nestled on a serene 5.06-acre private lot, this newly constructed home features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths on the main level, and a spacious upstairs loft—ideal for an artist’s studio, yoga retreat, or home office. High-end finishes are
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
567
Median Age
63
Population under 18
10.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
45.9%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,437
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$142,806
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
71.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
48.3%
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®
22/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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