Enchanted Homes: The Green Issue

NORTHERN NEW MEXICO’S REAL ESTATE & LIVING MAGAZINE • JUNE/JULY 2016

The

Green Issue Wide Open Spaces Earthship Tech Are Smart Homes Green?

Evan R. Blish, Broker 575-776-8106 Greg Jaramillo, Associate Broker • (575) 770-1270 Jolie Jones, Associate Broker • (575) 741-0603 Chris Stagg, Associate Broker • (575) 776-7490 Peter Blake, Associate Broker • (575) 779-1869 Website: pinoninvestmentsoftaos.com E-mail: pinoneb@newmex.com

VALDEz FOOThILLS

Exquisitely tasteful, extremely well executed, this jewel on the ridge in Valdez is a beauty. 2 bedroom 2 bath adobe home with brick floors and hot water radiant in floor heat, included detached office and garage with exercise room. Gourmet kitchen has granite countertops, stainless appliances, halogen lighting. Kiva fireplace in living and in master suite.

Master bath has jacuzzi tub with views of Taos Mountain and Valdez Valley, also walk in shower. Full sized laundry with Caesar stone countertops.

Second bath is tumbled marble. Smooth troweled plaster. Make this your gateway to Ski Valley and the mountains out the back door. 3 acre parcel has level extra building site overlooking the beautiful Valdez Valley.

MLS #98127 $410,000

ARROyO SECO ADObE

Capture the best of all worlds in this exquisite adobe in Los Altos, 3 bedroom/2 bath with open floor plan and spectacular views of El Salto Mountain and Hondo Canyon. An Old World feel with an up to date look. Complete kitchen remodel includes Sub Zero fridge, Wolf range, Asko dw and granite slab lava countertops. Private master suite with corner kiva fireplace, walk in closet. Master bath has separate tub and walk in shower with frameless glass door. Project includes club house with indoor pool and tennis court. A 10 minute ride to TSV and short walk to the charming village of Arroyo Seco.

A great family retreat or an excellent rental. Soak in the star light and mountain views from outside redwood hot tub! MLS 97793 $515,888

EL PRADO COMMERCIAL

DES MOnTES

Charming Pueblo style 5 bedroom, 3 bath home on 5+ acres in Des Montes. Great family home or rental property with separate living areas.

East and west facing portals, provide great views of Taos Mountain and those unbelievable western sunset views. Master suite has private access to outside hot tub. Colorful kitchen, perfect for entertaining opens onto den/family room with fireplace. All floors are pergo or tile. . Floorplan lends to privacy with separation of bedrooms, perfect for 2 families. Living room with elevated beamed ceilings has 2nd fireplace. Well maintained home in a great location with lots of privacy and wonderful 360 views. Bucolic splendor in the Land of.......... $550,000 MLS 97578

High quality, well maintained income property, flexible floorplan allows for various layouts. 100% occupied. On 1.2 acres, with fenced irrigated pasture of 3.68 acres behind, which can be purchased separately. MLS #97851 $995,000

VALDEz

UPPER COLOnIAS

An Enchanting spot at the head of Valdez Valley, 13.9 acres with ditch running thru the entire length of property. Main house is 3 bedroom 2 bath and guesthouse with separate entrance off of State Road 230 is 1 bedroom with 1 bath. Hilltop building site above main house provides views of the valley and sunsets to the west. Privacy and serenity and the ambiance of the acequia make an for a wonderful spot at the head of the canyon, great access to Taos Ski Valley, yet worlds apart. Water source is a spring. This property is adjacent to USFS land. MLS #98054 $399,000

Beautiful landscaping surrounds this lovingly cared for Pueblo style adobe home in Upper Colonias. Sunny and warm 3 bedrooms and 2 baths has spacious living room, dining area and kitchen that is perfect for entertaining. Saltillo tile floors, kiva fireplace, skylights, smooth plaster, vigas, latillas, smooth plaster, skylights and nichos, among the many southwest flavors. Adobe courtyards to east and west and a fenced-in dog area. In floor hot water radiant heat is natural gas. Attached 2 car garage with vigas. Great location and great price in this well maintained home.

MLS 98129 $429,000

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Welcome from the Taos County Chamber of Commerce ¡Bienvenidos!

PROTECT YOUR HOME AND DISCOVER WHY SO MANY NEW MEXICANS TRUST THEIR HOMES TO WANDA LUCERO

The Taos community celebrates all that is natural! From our glorious sun-filled days, we extract energy on our solar panels to power our future! From our creative community, we enjoy jewelry made from recycled items, tufa pots and tire pots for our landscaping and from our concerned community members the ability to recycle our household plastics and other refuse items. The entire community supports the Taos Farmers Market on Historic Taos Plaza every Saturday morning to source much of our food and flowers locally. This “Green Home” issue of Enchanted Homes will inspire home owners and business owners to explore how they can go green!

Photo by Katharine Egli

There will be lots of human energy all summer on Historic Taos Plaza!

Join the chamber each Thursday evening from May 26 – Sept. 1 for Taos Plaza Live, our free community concert by local musicians.

Bring your chairs or blankets and a picnic dinner to enjoy an evening on the Plaza with friends and neighbors.

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce invites you into the Enchanted Circle through the pages of this magazine and around the 87-mile loop that encompasses our communities of Questa, Red River, Eagle Nest, Angel Fire, Taos, Taos Pueblo and the Taos Ski Valley to see beautiful views of the mountains in summer.

The members of the Taos County Chamber of Commerce include our local shops, banks, service providers, hotels, B&Bs, restaurants, galleries, museums, medical and legal professionals, town and county employees and individuals all working together to “Keep Taos Local.”

The chamber supports these efforts with “Keep Taos Local — put your money where your heart is” campaign that encompasses and expands on the national efforts to be mindful of your small, independent businesses. Please visit our stores, galleries, restaurants and museums to ensure this unique community is here for generations to come!

Wanda Lucero 211 Kit Carson Road 575-737-5433 wandalucero.com

The Taos County Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to creating a community of possibilities and opportunities for those new to Taos and lifelong Taoseños. Our slogan of “Taos County Chamber of Commerce Makes Business Better” is guiding our efforts to include all businesses and individuals in an enhanced life in Taos County. Please feel free to contact us for more information. Visit our website at taoschamber.com for member events and current information.

Welcome and enjoy our wonderful Taos County!

Executive Director Taos County Chamber of Commerce

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Live Taos . . . . . Now!

Seasons change….so do your real estate needs!

We recognize the importance of changes in your lifestyle, so when it is time to buy or sell, call us.

“Pairings w/Beth & Meg”

Tried and True - This home pairs poetically with a full bodied Syrah. Like this wine, this property is lush and textural with spicy, earthy and savory tones. This property stands on its own with features that include 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1B/1B guest suite, 2 open kitchens, skylights, softly sculpted interior walls, greenhouse, passive solar and pumice construction on 1 ac of irrigated land. Bring your gardening skills and horses. Enjoy Taos tradition, nature and get swept away by the breathtaking views. Offered at $315,000

A silky Beaujolais is the perfect match for this courtyard home. Like the wine, this Life Space proves to be light, open and easily approachable. 2B/2B, a precocious, sunny kitchen in the heart of the home, 2 fireplaces, attached 2 car garage in a well established neighborhood with paved streets and town services. Sip a beverage in front of the outdoor fireplace and enjoy the stunning views to Taos Mountain. Without exception, this pairing is as delightful as it is affordable. Offered at $340,000

If these softly sculpted walls could talk, they would speak of the artistic history of days gone by. Natalie Goldberg’s former studio will inspire your creativity! Grid-tied, 1B/1B Earthship home on 1.44 acres, kiva in bedroom, woodstove in the living room, mature landscaping on drip irrigation, on-demand water heater, views, low utility bills. Handy to town yet rural location. A perfect vacation retreat or full time residence at an affordable price.

Offered at $197,500

This contemporary, light filled Prairie House is a blend of traditional form and modern function. The lines of the home reflect the subtle rolling landscape of the mesa and take advantage of unobstructed views in all directions. 2 B/2½ B, 4 car attached heated garage, chef’s kitchen, gracious dining room open to a walled patio w/an outdoor fireplace, a bright living room, media room/office w/built in shelving and soft mud walls, spa w/pool and sauna. A terrific value at $599,000

La Vida Dulce We think a Sauterne is the perfect pairing with this property. This wine is smooth, creamy and SWEET like the essence of this 1B/1B casita on an in-town lot zoned to accommodate another building… studio, workshop or another home?? Utilities include well share, town sewer, natural gas, electric and telephone. A refreshingly delicious property. Dessert is Served!

Offered at $259,000.

Celebrate Taos Style Living with Champagne.

This property is full of tasteful layers of pronounced flavors awakening the palate. Innovative design and distinctive details 2b/2b open floor plan, 1b/1b casita, radiant floor heat, tile and wood floors, classic courtyard with portale and outdoor fireplace, 2 car garage, town utilities, paved streets in an established neighborhood. Light, crisp, soft and dry. Offered at $402,000.00.

Properties are like fine wines - spicy, seductive, robust and full of the characteristic flavors of the region.

Celebrate Taos Style Living with a property pleasing to your palate! Call us.

Beth Pittman

NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY!

Meg Scherrer

Beth Pittman & Meg Scherrer

575.758.0011

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We feature all Taos and Angel Fire MLS listings on our website:

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1283 MESA ViSTA Great location in the Blueberry Hill area. Adobe main house with frame casita. 2 rental properties or live in 1 and rent out the other. Great location close to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. The main house has 2 kiva fireplaces, tile and brick floors, vigas in the ceiling, brightly colored tile counter tops in the kitchen and an overall great ambiance. Property has .75 acres with latilla fencing, nice gardens and mature trees, as well as mountain views. MLS 97973 Asking $279,000

BEST VALuE iN TowN

LARgE hoME in town, convenient to schools, medical facilities, consumer services, and recreation venues. 2834 square feet with 3 bedrooms, and 3 baths.

Upstairs has large master suite plus l bedroom and l bath, living room, kitchen and dining area. Also a breezeway for storage. Downstairs has large family room/living room, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and laundry room. Perfect for guests or as in-law quarters.

MLS 96945 Asking $205,000

CANoN CoNdo

SELLER ExTREMELy MoTiVATEd!! Beautiful custom 2 bdrm condo with foothill views and cool Canon breezes. Separate living areas with 2 kiva fireplaces, vigas in the ceilings, tile flooring, radiant heat. Make yourself at home in the oversized Master Suite with kiva fireplace, jetted bathtub for two, and private courtyard that opens out to rolling hills with prairie grasses. Upstairs bdrm & bath with Artist’s studio space and plenty of natural light.

MLS 94302 Asking $169,000

NEw LiSTiNg iN TowN

Excellent location and income stream for this triplex. Centrally located in town. Walk to Smiths, shops, restaurants, plaza. 3 units rented on 12 month leases. Triplex is in excellent condition. MLS 97823 Asking $479,000

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LET US SHOW YOU THE BEAUTY OF eXCLUsiVe

SAnDOvAL-HuSTOn ORiginAL The artists personal residence exemplifies the essence of Northern New Mexico. A 3000 sq. ft. adobe home, guest house, chapel, and even adobe chicken coop are nestled among trees, with inspiring Taos Mountain views. This is an original, no lithographs or Giclee versions will ever be available!

MLS#96729 $939,000 taosnewmexico.com/sandoval/

New ListiNg

CoStiLLa RiVeR FRontage Spacious and recently remodeled 3375 sq ft home with 4 bed/4 bath on 11.97 acres in the pristine & stunningly beautiful Amalia Valley.

3 acequias for irrigation and approx 1200 ft river frontage with excellent trout fishing. Just down the road from Valle Vidal. MLS #97749 $450,000

New ListiNg

HiSTORiC DiSTRiCT Rare downtown Taos, mixeduse investment opportunity. Beautifully restored building, located just a few blocks north of Taos Plaza directly across from Taos Art Museum/Fechin House, in the heart of the downtown historic and tourism retail sector. #98202 $850,000

TAOS

New ListiNg

3 ACReS weiMeR FOOTHiLLS Knockout of a home with unbeatable views! 3 Bed/2.5 Bath impeccably constructed & maintained home on 3 very private acres, in the midst of forested Weimer Foothills. Amenities include gourmet kitchen, 2 fireplaces, luxury baths, lot of built-ins, heated outside studio and superb outdoor living spaces. MLS #97947 $775,000

New ListiNg

LeeD CeRTiFieD Contemporary yet timeless southwest style, designed for luxury living in this 2 story, 2 bed/3bath 1860 sq ft condo home with 2 patios, 2 car garage and upstairs deck with striking Taos Mountain views. The open plan includes fireplace, 2 office spaces & spacious kitchen with granite counter tops and energy star appliances. MLS #98032 $449,000

LOveLy & SpACiOuS 4 bed/2.5 bath home in one of the most sought after neighborhoods in Taos, close to schools, shopping & movie theater. Well-maintained 1880 sq ft split floor plan home w/ 2 car garage on a sizable .25 acre lot. Features include wood flooring, vigas, radiant floor heat fenced back yard.

MLS #97911 $399,000

New ListiNg

RiO eMBuDO FROnTAge. Magical 7.3 acre property in the quaint village of Dixon with almost 1,000’ frontage on the sparkling Embudo River. The 2000+ sq. ft. 3 bed/1 bath home is very livable but in need of some TLC. This former orchard has huge acequias to keep the land irrigated.

MLS#97580 $397,000

TAOS CHARM Original adobe restored as a treasured vacation home with a guesthouse or second rental unit. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac with mature trees and lawn all within walking distance to Taos Plaza. The Guesthouse is an updated 1 Bed/1Bath with a separate entrance. “OwneR FinAnCing!” MLS#97057 $387,000

ViLLaS de SuenoS 1 bed/1bath condo, filled with Taos charm on tree-lined Dolan St. Adobe construction with vigas, kiva fireplace, patio and many recent updates: $213,000. Also, available is a spacious 2 bed/2 bath 1225 sq ft unit with open floor plan and upscale finishes: MLS #98052 $314,000. Vacation Rental potential! Call for more details.

Pavel Lukes

QuALiFying BROkeR

taosnewmexico.com 575.758.3606 pavel@taosnewmexico.com

Sweet custom built home in the best of BB Hill neighborhoods.

This well done 2beds/2baths, also has a large library with custom bookshelves and large view windows. Nice entry area with archways looking into large Living/Dining; all open. Views look to and frame Taos Mountain and the entire range. Large master Suite with bath and large closets. Lots of light throughout and patios front & back. All sits on 2.2 ac overlooking large open space. Feels spacious and is well built. Many custom touches including archways, lighting plan, inlay slate finishes, split cedar ceilings, and skylights. This home with delight!

MLS John # 97589 LisaNow $ 449,500

Close to the lovely town of Arroyo Seco & the world famous Taos Ski Valley, this stunning parcel is worth taking a look. This site has beautiful & unobstructed views of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Plenty of options and no restrictions make this a nice investment parcel. Property irrigated for agricultural use, horses or farm environment. A really sweet piece and access couldn’t be easier! Build your dream home & barn for your horses! Call John for more information & to view this truly spectacular land in Des Montes.

MLS # 92108

La Canada Rd

2.16 ac

$179,000

Beautiful lot for sale in the Chamisa Vista Subdivision. Private emerging residential neighborhood perfectly located between the Town of Taos and the Taos Ski Valley. Quail Ridge tennis club in the neighborhood along with KTAO radio station, Pizan Pizza & the new Medley Restaurant!! Magnificent, unobstructe views in all directions. Great price in this wonderful neighborhood! Well share & utilities at the lot. Fire Hydrants & Fire Wat Storage tank within the Subdivision.

John MLS # 94181

1.25 acLisa

$85,000

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room house across the street that may be added to the purchase. This property has been completely refurbished. Call us today fo Lisa MLS # 96821 $65,000 MLS # 97589 $ 469,000 John MLS# 97060 $425,000 your private tour. MLS # 97687 (Commercial) & MLS # 97817 (Residential) Asking $995,000

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MLS ##98146 $345,000 MLS 96820 $575,000

205 Ranchitos Rd, Taos

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Chamisa Vista

Aspen 1 @ TSV

Magical Pilar Compound on the River

Supremely el saltao

Snow bear @ TSV

Top of the world

The original Plaza de Pilar and a stop on the Santa Fe trail will take you to a time that is gone but not forgotten. This special property was upgraded and recreated in 1994 from the buildings that were built long ago. The main house features double thick adobe walls, oversized ceilings, a g n wonderful great room with hand i t is L carved vigas and latillas, along with a grand adobe fireplace.

New A charming, country kitchen Come enjoy this premier slope side living in the Snow Bear overlooks the main living space with tall cabinets, lots of windows a breakfast nook. master suite generous hasthisan5bed/3bath in suiteplus Beautiful lotLocated for sale in the Vista Subdivision.

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5.39 acreand parcel ready for your dream hacienda.

Wonder outside through these with claw foot tub, abundant closets, French small private patio.

Wander to lovely lawns, hands on management team that takes care of all the details. Located the sound of the stream, the views of the mountains and the quietness of the ofwell Taos thecountry Taos roads Quail tennis his spacious 607 sfjust unit is fully & TURNKEY ready. maintained to this site andRidge the end of a cul-du-sac, for slope side below thefurnished day care center at TSV.aCheck out oursitting feesTown andportal gardens, fruit trees, flowers and shaded toand soak it all Ski in. Valley. this neighborhood! The top floor holds the MS & office. The main floor club in the neighborhood along with KTAO radio station, Pizanos During the ski season the Snow Bear provides shuttle service the rental history of this unit and compare. You will not be disappointed.

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66 Earthship Tech

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69 Realtor Profile: Ellen Lerner

19 9 Questions - Joe Thaete, Security Systems of New Mexico

74 Taos Map

26 Feature Home: Wendy Kaggerud has room with a view

77 Town of Taos Community Profile

44 Inside Out: Home Furnishings

79 Red River Community Profile

46 Building Green: Are Smart Homes 'Green'?

80 Angel FIre Community Profile

61 Real Estate Finance: Ted Dimond

86 Market Share: Harvey Blaustein

76 Taos County Community Profile 78 Taos Ski Valley Community Profile

81 Here & There: Home Comparisons

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LUXURIOUS CONDO’s at the ST. MORITZ!

WORLD CLASS LOCATION just 2 minutes from the slopes; maybe even closer. Quality Construction, Beautiful Architecture, Scenic Views, AND LOW HOA DUES make this project very attractive. All Units feature Granite Counters, Kitchen Aid Stainless Appliances, Patio’s & Balconies, & Gas Fireplaces. Take advantage of locker room on ground floor and your own ski closet! These condo’s are the best value in Taos Ski Valley!

MLS# 91263 .......Unit 101 .........$399,000 ............1BR MLS# 91264 .......Unit 102 .........$399,000 ............1BR MLS# 91268 .......Unit 302 .........$499,900 ............2BR MLS# 91270 .......Unit 402 .........$439,000 ............1BR

SNAKEDANCE CONDOMINIUMS

Elegant ski-in/ski-out condominiums, steps from the slopes.

Granite countertops, stone tile floors, travertine tiles in bath, gas log fireplaces. First class amenities include ski-valet, hot tub/sauna, locker/exercise and massage room, restaurant, bar and package/convenience/deli store. On site management company with a proven record and aggressive promotion make these condos convenient and a great investment.

MLS# 89887...Unit 309....$449,000....2BR/2BA MLS# 92781...Unit 406....$549,000....3BR/3BA MLS# 89854...Unit 402....$549,000....3BR/3BA MLS# 97617...Unit 305....$349,000....1BR/1BA

LOTS IN TAOS SKI VALLEY MLS # 95878...$325,000................ .90 acres MLS # 95643...$279,000............... 1.14 acres MLS # 95644...$299,000................1.20 acres MLS # 92137...$159,000................ .76 acre MLS # 92139...$159,000................ .77 acre MLS # 92140...$199,000................ 1.8 acres MLS # 92135...$ 99,000................ .46 acre

WELL BUILT MOUNTAIN HOME

Step out the door of this world-class vacation home into an Alpine paradise offering year-round recreation. Hiking trails beckon and legendary Taos Ski Valley is just a mile up the road. This magical three-story residence has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath on the second floor as well as an open kitchen/ living room and a huge master suite with bath on the top floor, both with decks. The first floor is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath fully equipped rental or guest quarters or would make a great office or studio. Both the main house and rental radiate warmth and western charm with a wood stove upstairs and a gas log stove downstairs. Ski, hike, fish or bask in the sun on the deck with a good book. After a full day of adventure, soak in the hot tub under the stars with the aspens rustling in the background or the moonlight bouncing off the mountain snow. DirecTV, satellite internet and a new way of life. MLS # 97944 ......... $699,000......... 5BR / 3BA

SNOW BEAR CONDOMINIUMS

Upscale SKI IN - SKI OUT Condominium in TAOS SKI VALLEY. Featuring a Modern but Rustic Decor stimulated with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. This unit features a living/ bedroom combination and an additional separate bedroom. LOW HOA DUES that Includes a hot tub, parking and shuttle. Established Rental Program already in place. Check out prices of other ski in-ski out condo’s and see our VALUE!

MLS # 98025...........$199,000.........2BR/2BA ACT CONTR MLS # 92014..............$299,000...........2BR/2BA UNDER

EDELWEISS LODGE AND SPA Taos ski Valley’s Premier ski-in/ski-ouT condominiums

Only one luxurious 2BR Unit is available. Turnkey with great rental history and on-site management. Property amenities: spa, exercise room, hot tub, dry sauna, boot lockers with dryers, owner storage, underground parking, game room, and café, bar, and restaurant. Solid HOA with healthy capital reserve.

MLS# 93775...Unit 409...$595,000...2BR/2BA MLS# 93774...Unit 212...$541,000...2BR/2BA SOLD! MLS# 97871...3BR/3BA...$965,000 SOLD!

TOP FLOOR WHEELER PEAK CONDO

Not only does this luxurious Wheeler Peak condo have glorious views, it is also the #1 VRBO property in Taos Ski Valley. Enjoy the world class location, just a short walk to chair 4, snow shoeing, & hiking. This 2 br unit has an additional HUGE loft that serves as a 3rd bedroom. All of the upscale furnishings, furniture, & appliances are INCLUDED in this sale! Once you compare our quality, square footage, and price to other condo’s in TSV; you will see that this unit is a TRUE value! Enjoy High Ceilings, Un Matched Scenery & LOCATION!

MLS # 97284 ........ $499,000......... 2BR & Loft, 2 baths

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ELEGANT HOME IN TAOS

Upscale Remodeled home that is literally, JUST LIKE BRAND NEW! Comes with a FULL 1 Year Warranty!!

Taos Mountain Builders, has replaced EVERYTHING in an EXTENSIVE Remodel! All plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fixtures, roof, windows, etc., are NEW! Featuring; Granite Counter Tops, Stainless , Whirlpool, Appliances, Custom Carpentry & Much Much More!

MLS # 97900 ......... $390,000......... 3BR / 2BA

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Lota ReaLty, Inc.

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STUNNING CONTEMPORARY RETREAT – This contemporary home designed by the owners has breathtaking views in every direction, perched on the edge of the Rio Pueblo Gorge looking across the river to Pueblo Lands and rock cliffs that are home to all kinds of wildlife and birds.

The expansive living area enclosed with glass has stained concrete floors, fireplace and is open to the well equipped kitchen with greenhouse dining area. All new stainless appliances, custom cabinetry, granite countertops and adjacent to the laundry and oversized garage. The master suite with office has a huge rockwall walk in shower, private patio and more of those views. Upstairs you will find an additional living area with mini kitchen/rec room area, 2 bedrooms and a bath creating a private space for guests or children. A lovely indoor lap pool plus steam room/3rd bathroom and a hot tub overlooking the river create a spa-like atmosphere. MLS #97723 $1.2 million CALL JUDY FOR A TOUR!

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LoWeR coLonIaS Sweet 2BR/2BA home with panoramic views. Light and bright, thoughtfully designed for easy living. Peace and quiet only minutes from town and ski valley. MLS 98176 $185,000 caLL Jan!

CHARMING CONDO UPPeR coLonIaS Bright spacious 2BR/2BA condo at Quail Ridge Casas! Great location between town & ski valley. Ideal for vacation or full time living. MLS 97905 $175,000 caLL Jan!

GRACIOUS ADOBE HOME UPPeR coLonIaS Lovely 3 BR/2 BA Max Edelman true adobe home, beautiful finishes throughout, big views. Great location! Call for details and a showing.

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toWn SwEEt 1BR/1BA corner unit at La Buena Vida. walk to taos Plaza shops & restaurants.

Sw details include kiva fireplace, tile floors, vigas. well maintained unit in a lovely compound. MLS 97123 $115,000 caLL Jan!

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G STIN I L NEW

Magical El Mirador Hacienda

Stately Historic Compound in Arroyo Seco

Extraordinary 4BR/3BA/4100sf custom home on 10.10 acres has exceptional views, multiple outdoor living spaces, regulation tennis court, & landscaping beyond compare.

7BR/7BA & 7780sf comprise a 3037sf adobe main house, four adobe casitas totaling 3878sf plus studio apartment. Sculpture garden with artesian spring, year-round stream, 2.34 acres.

MLS 98103

MLS 97824

$1,450,000

ING LIST NEW

$1,799,000

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Enchanting Territorial Farmhouse in Talpa

Stylish Vegas de Taos Home

Two-story 2BR/2BA/1939sf main house and 1BR/1BA/576sf guesthouse/studio on 1.5 grassy acres with acequia rights, fruit trees. Sweet outdoor living areas. Taos horse country!

3BR/2BA/1866sf pumice home on 0.33 acres in popular in-town subdivision. Sunny entryway, huge great room, large yard, oversized attached two-car garage

MLS 98203

MLS 98215

$495,000

$380,000

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Blueberry Hill

Town of Taos

Town of Taos

3Br/2Ba/1933sf adobe home on 1.017 ridgetop acres with attached one-car garage. Flagstone floors, viga ceilings, gated back patio, fantastic views, five minutes to historic Taos Plaza.

2Br/3Ba/2300sf adobe built circa 1920, remodeled 2006, on 0.45 acres in the Taos Historic District. rich in character & style. outer courtyard surrounds the property & four interior courtyards.

3Br/2Ba/1750sf home of block construction on 0.17 acres in the historic district’s Sierra vista neighborhood. Charming mid-century construction, super location. Walk to Plaza!

MLS 98232

MLS 96952

MLS 98199

$395,000

$625,000

$335,000

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El Salto

Blueberry Hill

Town of Taos

4Br/3Ba/3759sf turnkey adobe home on 1.5 acres. incredible views from indoors & out. Palladian windows, sophisticated gourmet kitchen, sunken living room, huge deck, idyllic mountain setting.

1Br/1Ba/1380sf home on 0.8 acres with grand mountain views. rammed earth & frame construction. Fenced yard, plus nice walled courtyard is like having an extra room!

MLS 96179

MLS 98219

8Br/8.5Ba/5717sf comprises spacious main house, 3 casitas, & studio all on 0.5 acres with mature landscaping, private garden. a Historic District gem!

$975,000

$165,000

MLS 94303

$1,650,000

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Tres Piedras

Taos Canyon

Upper Colonias

6Br/2Ba/2000sf frame & strawbale home on 1.25 acres has fantastic southern exposure, lots of windows, excellent passive solar gain, beautiful land, & pretty views.

2Br/1Ba/816sf cabin with a nice screened porch that allows you to enjoy the fresh mountain air. nice storage shed, exterior lighting, easy access from the highway--no 4WD required!

3Br/2Ba/2142sf adobe on 0.94 acres with attached 2-car garage, high-end finishes, stainless steel appliances, tasteful design accents, gated courtyards, & more.

MLS 96942

MLS 97812

MLS 97936

$110,000

$135,000

$512,000

Los Cordovas

Arroyo Seco

Upper Colonias

4Br/4Ba/2952sf split-level home with attached 2-car garage on 2 acres with water rights. Stunning free-standing fireplace with copper hood, two master suites, landscaping, views.

3Br/2.5Ba/2101sf contemporary adobe with attached 2-car garage on 0.86 acres with water rights & spectacular el Salto views. High ceilings, inviting open floor plan, kiva fireplaces.

3Br/2Ba/2100sf adobe on 1.17 acres with front & back courtyards, attached 2-car garage with extra studio/office space, upscale fixtures & finishes. Great views.

MLS 96826

MLS 93718

MLS 97950

$489,000

$398,000

$510,000

Page Sullivan grouP 575.758.7890 Taosrealestate.com page@TaosHomePage.com

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xquisite Home with Multiple Guesthouses Offers Virtually Unlimited Opportunities

F

ifteen years ago, Lumina Gallery owner Felicia Ferguson embarked on a labor of love, or as she describes it, a sacred journey, when she purchased a very special property.

“The property was beautiful,” she says, “though a diamond in the rough.”

Owned at one time by Ferguson’s friend Nan Lipsett, this 2.34-acre property included several buildings and some landscaping.

“Nan had given the garden a beautiful start,” Ferguson says, “and I knew with attention and care I could turn it into the property it is today.”

She undertook the renovation of the buildings and the landscaping, and the result is a magnificent compound just outside the village of Arroyo Seco. The property comprises a 3037sf adobe main residence with gallery space, four adobe casitas totaling 3878sf, plus a studio apartment above the garage.

The gardens include a waterfall, lush plantings, huge trees, and a fabulous Japanese-style teahouse with a hot tub.

The main house features a contemporary country kitchen, beautiful thick hard-trowel plaster walls infused with straw, gorgeous carved wood doors, and exquisite attention to detail. Charming casitas offer multiple rental opportunities. The configuration of the compound, Enchanted Homes Vol. CIX •

the privacy of the setting, its convenience to both the Town of Taos and Taos Ski Valley, and inspiring mountain views make this one-of-a-kind property versatile and ideal for many uses: a family compound, a retreat for writers and visual artists of every stripe, or a unique B&B are just a few of the prospects that come to mind.

“I have given my heart and soul to making this place what it is,” says Ferguson, “but it is time to pass it on to someone else who will love it as I have.”

For more information about this exquisite, extraordinary property, contact listing agent Page Sullivan of Coldwell Banker Lota Realty at 575-758-7890 or page@taoshomepage.com or visit TaosRealEstate.com and enter MLS number 97824.

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225 Kit Carson Road

575-758-3275 peter@theloraco.com

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FABULOUS VIEWS - Beautiful 2,800-sq. ft. 3-BR/3-BA on a ridge overlooking scenic valley. Gorgeous master suite w/ luxurious bath, private deck. Four fireplaces, two patios, hot tub. This fine home has also been an excellent vacation rental. $499,000 MLS #93550 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3076231

CONTEMPORARY SOUTHWEST - Sleek 3BR/2.5BA new home. Quality construction, spacious 2,716 sq. ft. Open floor plan, upscale finishes. Full-length covered porch facing Taos Mtn. Great views in desirable Upper Colonias, just 5 minutes from Town, on the way to Ski Valley. $549,000 MLS #96646 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3579355

RARE 3BR/3BA CONDO - Walking distance to Plaza, shops, galleries, restaurants. Classic Taos style, kiva FP, upscale finishes, adobe construction.

Bonus room makes nice office. Third bdrm has own entrance, kitchenette, FP, and can be rented separately. Attached garage. $350,000 MLS #96753 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3589835

5BR/3BA HOME IN TOWN - Lots of Taos charm in this 3,159 sq. ft. home. Vibrant colors, 2 fireplaces upstairs deck. Terrific location near Taos Plaza on quiet street. ½-acre lot w/ gardens, trees, courtyard. Garage + workshop. Zoning would permit guest house or lot split. $595,000 MLS #98132 http://view.paradym.com/3807316

STYLISH & COMFORTABLE - 3BR/3BA w/ lots of windows, great views. Blend of traditional Taos & contemporary SW style. Top-of-the-line kitchen w/ Viking appliances, fine cabinetry. Walled courtyard w/ lovely garden. In quality Vista Linda neighborhood, just 12 minutes from Taos center, $479,000 MLS #97194

BEAUTIFUL 4BR ADOBE - Great floor plan in this 2,382 sq. ft. almost-new home. Wood-burning stove for cozy warmth, low energy bills. Covered patio w/ courtyard. Heated 2-car garage, plenty of storage space. Fine mtn views! $439,000 MLS #98149 http://view.paradym.com/3807410

RARE LAND IN TOWN - Beautiful 2 acres in prime residential area only 0.3 mile from Taos Plaza.

Gorgeous valley land with fine views, upscale homes around it. Perfect for larger luxury home sites, or zoning would support 8 homes on smaller lots. Seller financing is possible. $475,000 MLS #95273 www.visualtour.com/show.asp?T=3345910

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FREE-STANDING 2BR/2BA CONDO – Comfortable & elegant 1,600 sq. ft. close to Town. Like-new with upscale finishes. Kiva FP, granite countertop, air conditioning. Walled courtyard w/ covered patio.

Attached heated 2-car garage. Low HOA fees.

Like a single-family home! $389,000 MLS #98169

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Joe Thaete, ATI Security are part of the alarm system and can include doors, windows, motion detection and other items like our soon-to-be-released Skybell, that lets you answer your doorbell from your smart phone.

4 What is the most common mistake that homeowners make when it comes to home security?

Some would say that a security system is a luxury. However, with today’s smart technology that can provide remote management of your thermostat, lights, door locks and notify of the comings and goings of your family members and employees, Security Systems of New Mexico’s custom design turnkey systems truly are a 21st century must have.

5 What is the biggest challenge for a security and life safety systems service provider in New Mexico?

Weather and windshield time are the top two. The way Security Systems of New Mexico minimizes these two daily challenges is getting the job done right the first time. Our after-the-install service calls are exceptionally low because our low-voltage technicians must maintain their continuous training that includes new technology certification. We also install commercial-grade materials that have a much longer service life than many of the alternatives found online or in the big box space.

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6 What is your most environmentally friendly product?

We have just launched a new line of fire-extinguishing equipment that is manufactured by Hochiki. It is a 100 percent green nontoxic suppression agent that causes zero damage to expensive equipment like servers, making it ideal for IT departments. It is also perfect as an alternative to water or old-fashioned toxic materials typically used in commercial and public spaces like museums. The clean-up time is an important feature as well: It is minutes rather than days of downtime.

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7 Can users install your home security system themselves?

Absolutely. We offer a very robust expandable wireless product line

by Honeywell. It is a package that includes the alarm panel keypad combo, a built-in siren, three-door sensors, one motion sensor, a key fob that can be programmed with a panic button and other materials like the backup battery. We preprogram the wireless devices so that our clients only have to install the panel-keypad and power it up. Then it is as easy as putting up the zone devices, which are wireless.

8 The home security industry is a dynamic, fast-changing 1 Why should people choose Security Systems of New Mexico to protect their homes and businesses?

Security Systems of New Mexico has a 34-year track record and a customer retention ratio of 90 percent plus. In addition to our residential offering, the company custom designs and installs all of the security and safety equipment disciplines. They include fire safety systems, access control solutions, intrusion systems, camera systems that can be IP, analog and Wi-Fi, as well as public address and intercom solutions.

2 What is the most popular type of system that you sell?

Our line of Honeywell products that include intrusion, fire safety under the Firelite brand and a vast amount of camera systems options are by far the industry leader and most popular among our family of clients.

3 Could you mention a few basic options that homeowners and business owners have for security systems?

Imagine concentric circles of security and safety equipment that is all tied to our 24/7 remote monitoring center. First is front-gate notification, which can include IR beams along the property line.

Then you have the option of outdoor and indoor camera systems surveillance, with the intrusion sensors coming next. These sensors

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Upscale 3 bdrm/2 ba custom home with all the bells, whistles and views! This elegant home is perched on 1 acre near Taos Country Club. Kitchen includes high-end granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Spacious open floor-plan with a formal entry, travertine tile floors, skylights, vigas, a kiva fireplace and an expansive covered patio with a fireplace. Master bedroom includes a kiva fireplace, walk in closet, and luxurious en-suite bathroom with a large jetted tub and shower. Natural gas, large utility room, extra large two car garage with room too spare.

With sweeping views in all directions and a fenced in yard for the dogs, this home is ready for it’s new owners.

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Light & Bright family home on Valverde Street with 3BD/2.5BA/2CG and featuring two fireplaces, a walled in courtyard, vaulted ceiling, great views and large decks. This spacious, split level home has a family room downstairs offering privacy and opening to a lovingly terraced backyard. MLS# 97989 $409,500

Let the Sunshine In! Light, bright and cheerful 2bd/2ba gem in Vegas de Taos. Open floor-plan, large windows w/ views of Taos Mnt. Tall ceilings, vigas, kiva fireplace. Set on well-manicured grounds with an aspen grove and fruit trees, making this a perfect retirement or starter home. MLS# 97948 $345,000

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“Old Taos” hacienda with guest casitas, writer’s cabin, outdoor kitchen, ponds, waterfalls and spectacular views. One of a kind old growth property that meanders among pinons, junipers, abundant fruit trees and room for the horses and chickens. MLS# 97208 Reduced to $649,000

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643 acres surrounded by Carson National Forest 160 ac. fenced pasture • 1,039 sq ft, restored chinked-log, settler’s cabin Stephen Kilborn designed fountain • Carmen Velarde fireplace Expansive porch & gazebo • 920 ft well & solar pump • Two 1700 gal cisterns 3.12 & 1.56 kw PV arrays • Hunting permits

Originally built in the 1880s and extensively remodeled in 2008, this historic adobe located next to the Harwood Art Museum has been home to several creative luminaries.

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Well maintained commercial building on NM 73 with 10 parking spaces, good outdoor lighting, wheel chair ramp, 3 ADA baths; reception area, 6 private offices. Priced to sell.

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MLS 95971 $170,000

Furnished turn-key pied-á-terre, near Plaza/Cids, easy rental with Saltillo tile, berber carpet and tile counters.

With off-street parking and on-site laundry.

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MLS 95766 $68,000

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off-the-grid home at 170 Two Hawks Trail has three bedrooms and two baths and yet the structure only occupies 2,300 square feet leaving open the majesty and wonder of 20 acres of unfenced land.

The home is located within the Cielito Lindo subdivision, which is off Highway 64. The whole Cielito Lindo community is off the grid absent of any type of wires.

“What I love about the house is being able to lie in bed and look at the stars,” says Wendy Kaggerud, who had the house built in 2003 by Carlos McGarity. “The night skies are amazing. The constellations, the moon and the falling stars.”

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The home has a 360-degree view year-round: views of the mesa, Taos Mountain, El Cerro, and San Antonio abound.

When asked about what it’s like to experience the changing seasons from her home, Kaggerud says, “They are all gorgeous in their own way. Winter is the most stunning with the snow on the mountains. But summer has the flowers blooming. The front and back yards that have been cultivated and planted are full of color and greenery.” Partly for “independence from the system” as well as a commitment to eco-consciousness, Kaggerud had the home constructed to be fully self-reliant and off-the-grid. The construction of the home consists of 14-inch-thick walls made of straw bale.

Additional “green design” features include eight solar panels (on a tracker to follow the sun) that provide electricity; propane gas for hot water, stove, and dryer; and a water-catchment system. A battery room provides easy access to maintenance for the home’s energy features.

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“The drinking water is filtered times three, all the other water is filtered times two,” says Kaggerud.

Entering through the foyer into the great room, a guest is greeted into the warmth and comfort of the home that includes the kitchen, dining area and living area.

Within the great room is a recessed planter that acts as a greywater filter.

“All of the water from the showers, bathtub, sinks and laundry go through this planter outside to a cement container. And that holds the greywater that is used for the drip system in the backyard,” says Kaggerud.

The southern bank of double Thermopane windows regulate the indoor temperatures year-round and provide passive solar heat in the winter. The placement of the windows ensures the sun does not hit directly in the summer.

The kitchen has a breakfast bar island, double sink, and a marble backsplash. There is plenty of cabinetry and storage, both overhead and under. The appliances are stainless steel and there is a six-burner stove. “And there’s a dishwasher which a lot off-grid houses don’t have,” Kaggerud says.

The home largely consists of a first floor with a partial loft on the second. The first floor has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Tin Works in El Prado made some of the overhead lighting fixtures and sconces. In traditional Southwestern style, there are corbels, nichos and frame wood over the entry windows.

“What I love about the house is being able to lie in bed and look at the stars,” - Wendy Kaggerud

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The master bedroom has a double-door made of ash, with middle cement boards and large, dramatic handles. Its en suite bathroom has a standalone clawfoot bathtub, glass block shower and double sink.

“We have these switches that you can turn on and the hot water comes immediately,” Kaggerud says.

“You know how when you’re taking a shower, you have to let the water run a long time to get it warm.

This brings it really quickly. It saves water.”

In the great room, windows from the upper level let in overhead light but not in the harsher, direct way of skylights found in many traditionally designed homes.

“You just feel like you’re outside even though you’re inside,” Kaggerud says. “There’s so much window space.” This includes a few sets of glass doors found throughout the first floor. The outside living spaces have flagstone patio pavement, an overhead ramada, a screened-in porch for summer eating, and open seated areas within the walled yard.

The home has finely plastered walls except for one section in the third bedroom, in which Kaggerud left a beautiful exposed adobe mud wall complete with bits of straw showing. “We didn’t stucco this just so it would have that effect,” Kaggerud says.

The upstairs loft is used as an area for relaxing, exercising, and/or rehearsing musical instruments.

Recessed lighting creates a nice mood. Local artistwelder Cristina Sporrong provided the iron-work spindles for the upstairs loft banister. A bridge leads to the upper

outdoor balcony, which features a decorative copper wall and an organically flowing adobe wall with wooden railing.

“We have a dry pond out here. This past winter we had sandhill cranes. We get elk, lots of rabbits and coyotes,” says Kaggerud.

Kaggerud and her partner plan to downsize and relocate to another area within Taos. When asked what she likes most about living in this wide open space, she says, “I love being off-grid. I love being able to use renewable energy. It’s also quiet very quiet.”

The listing for the single-family residence is held by agent Ellen Lerner of New Mexico Mountain Properties www.highmountainproperty.com. The asking price is $499,999.

“You just feel like you’re outside even though you’re inside,” - Wendy Kaggerud

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South Station Lofts combine 2541 sft of office space perfect for a professional business or community organization. Features 2nd story lofts, lots of storage areas, numerous counters and cubicles and a large kitchen area. Open floor plan has vaulted cielings and skylights and an efficient European heating system. Set amongst other businesses in the complex. $262,500 MLS #97571 © 2015 BHH Affiliates, LLC. An independently owned and operated franchisee of BHH Affiliates, LLC. Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices and the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices symbol are registered service marks of HomeServices of America, Inc.' Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Passive solar, gray H2O system. Convenient location with a rural feel. Good rental history. $374,000 MLS #95561

Taos Mountain Lane home SW contemporary blend of elegance & charm. 3BD/3BA. Gourmet kit., master bed- room suite.

3 exterior gracious portals. Separate guest quarters w/kit. & ba. 3 car garage. 3392 sq. ft. 1.17 ac. in town quiet rural feeling close to all. Stunning views of Taos mountains. Perfect for entertaining.

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Welcome home! This lovely Southwestern Weimer home will invite you to stay and make it your dream come true.

Almost 3,000 sq ft of living space plus attached 2 car garage on 3 pinon covered acres. Location is prime, near hospital. Private site with stunning views. Nat’l forest is at your back door. $495,000 MLS #97184

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Artists' Retreat. 2 little cabins with big views! Located in El Rito/ Latir area on 60 acres. Well, underground utilities, water rights and stock pond surrounded by pristine outdoor space. Cabins have running water, wood stoves. $185,000 MLS# 96597

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Spectacular El Salto Home - Exquisite Style, Character and Finishes One acre, water rights, fruit tree orchard, a newer barn (or shop, or garden shed?) and magnificent views.

2477 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath (plus office!) home that speaks of classic European comfortable elegance, brimming with character but modern and updated. Magnificent cooks kitchen with artisan tile and top-of the line appliances. Amazing master suite. The walls and woodwork throughout the house are smooth plaster and buffed with bee's wax until they glow. Thoughtfully landscaped, fenced backyard. Heated, double car garage.

MLS 97919 $650,000

Valle Escondido! Cabin on 1 acre. Mature trees. Easy walk to the Valle Escondido Club House, Swimming Pool, Fishing and Golf! 1086 sq ft, 2 bdrms,1.5 baths.

Gas fireplace. Country kitchen. Wood floors.

Attached carport. Shed. Large patio.

MLS 96727 $185,000

Arroyo Hondo Ranchette - 6.99 Acres

Warm Contemporary Style

Sweet and Simple in Downtown

6.99 acres. 3.19 acres of water rights. Overlooking the lush Arroyo Hondo valley with the majestic Sangre de Cristo mountain range as a dramatic back drop. 3400 sq ft, main house, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. 900 sq ft guest house. 768 sq ft work shop. Barn. Greenhouse.

MLS 96297 $750,000

Beautiful home built with style, clean lines, and contemporary yet natural finishes like granite counter tops, rich wood cabinets, rich bamboo and travertine tile floors, stainless fixtures, wood and beam ceilings.

2130 sq ft, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Two fireplaces.

MLS 98189 $375,000

Enjoy a pedestrian lifestyle from this fantastic Dolan Street location. 1050 sq ft condo, 2 bdrms, 2 baths.

Great room concept with dramatic gas log fireplace.

Cozy outdoor patio. This unit has been a successful vacation rental. Walk to historic downtown!

MLS 98249 $268,000

Adobe House - Guest House - 2 Acres!

House and Guest House Right in Town! Walk to Historic Downtown!

Canon area. Cozy 2 bedroom main house with fireplace. Charming guest house that was converted from the properties original barn. Lush, 2 acre parcel with mature trees and shrubs, plus a large area available for crops or gardens. Water rights. Well.

MLS 00000 $275,000

Located close to historic downtown, Kit Carson Park and all the shops, museums and galleries! This property, at the corner of Las Cruces and De Vargas, is in one of the favorite neighborhoods in town! Lush .41 acre parcel with gardens and trees. 2015 sq ft main house with 3 bdrms, 3 baths AND an office, PLUS a 384 sq ft guest house and workshop! Outdoor living area under a pergola. Radiant floor heat. New roof in 2015. Town water/sewer and natural gas. All the charm and character you expect in this fantastic location.

MLS 97693 $510,000

Fresh, Cool Mountain Air - Summertime Fun!

The Modern Pueblo - Canon Foothills Location - Valley and Mountain Views

Sol Grande North - Des Montes Hacienda

Private 4.4 acre lot. 3552 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 3.5 baths. Spectacular setting and views. Ample wall space for your art collection. The living room, dining room, gourmet kitchen, breakfast room all access the deep wrap around portal that greatly extends your living area. Sumptuous master suite. 1049 sq ft heated, 3 car garage w/a specially designed, temperature controlled wine room. Front entry courtyard. Air Conditioning. Alarm System.

Gated driveway. Two outside water features. Many other surprises in store: This home is the best of the best!

MLS 98185 $1,100,000

7.9 acres, 4444 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 5 baths. GREAT great room. Gourmet kitchen. Thoughtful landscape that creates year round interest and color. Covered patios.

Built in BBQ. View deck. 977 sq ft 3 car garage, and an additional 693 sq foot building. High tech too.

MLS 96410 $1,375,000

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Canon Area Home and Studio

Former painting studio of John Young-Hunter, completed in 1943. The original studio with double thick adobe walls, is now the main house featuring an enormous great room with a massive window facing Taos Mountain. 2421 sq ft. 2 bedrooms and 2 gorgeous baths. Timeless, quality finishes throughout.

Separate 1440 sq ft studio. 2.5 acres. Private yet just an easy 5 minute drive to Historic Downtown!

MLS 97735 $995,000

Historic District Commercial Property

2 and 3 bedroom floor plans Starting at $399,900 and $449,900 Fresh, timeless finishes.

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Commercial property in historic downtown with parking!!! Close to the Plaza. Outstanding location, visibility and access off two roads. Solid tenants.

2831 total square feet, .2893 acres with approx 19 parking spaces. “Old Taos” charm and character.

MLS 97904 $795,000

Lush Compound - Fantastic Location!

Stunning, treed, verdant property located in the foothills near Weimer. 3.19 acres with water rights. 2703 sq ft main house. 2 guest houses. Detached garage and studio. 2 log buildings. Storage building. Barn.

Pasture. Orchard! Be creative! Versatile property!

MLS 97976 $795,000

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Hay! Grow Your Own! Pole Barn! Well!

Near Taos Country Club - Great Views!

Adobe Hacienda - Gated Community

2.49 acres. Borders Pueblo Lands. 250' well & well house. Newer, 1440 sq ft, pole barn on concrete slab.

Well maintained irrigation ditch. Water rights. Taos mountain range backdrop. Short distance to town.

Telephone, electric & natural gas are at the lot!

MLS 96931 $200,000

Close to the Country Club and the UNM campus!

2 acres. 1958 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. 2 car heated, garage. Walled & gated courtyards. Kiva fireplace.

Stainless appliances. Large master suite. Tile floors.

Vigas. Nichos. Arched doorways. Natural light.

MLS 97837 $365,000

3.26 acres. 2469 sq ft, 3 bdrms, 2 baths. Attached, over-sized 2 car garage PLUS a detached 1 car garage or...studio/workshop! Wonderful wrap around portal with mountain views. Enchanting walled courtyards!

2 kiva fireplaces. Meticulously maintained.

MLS 97422 $525,000

Freestanding Condo Near Hospital

Apple Court Located in desirable Canon area, in the enchanting Orchard Subdivision. Two 3 acre building sites. Valley land with surface water rights and sensible restrictions. Wonderful mountain and foothills views, sunrise to sunset! Lot 5 has a well and well house on the property!

Lot 4 MLS 98207 $150,000 Lot 5 MLS 98207 $156,000

Amazing views of the mountains and valley yet nearby the hospital and town amenities. 1600 sq ft, 2 bdrms, 2 baths. Attached, heated 2 car garage. Private courtyard and covered patio. Open great room. Kiva fireplace. Lovely, well maintained grounds.

MLS 95411 $372,000

Puertas Pintadas Condominiums Brand-New, Stylish Condos Right In Town!

Enchanting Restored Adobe - Downtown

"Casa Loma" 1661 sq ft, 3 bdrm, 3 bath plan w/garage. Gorgeous entry. Open kitchen. Custom tin works chandelier and wall sconces. Vigas. Tall divided light windows and doors. Fireplace. Wood floors. Spacious, fenced back yard. MLS 96650 $389,000 "Casa Canon" 1453 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2.5 bath w/garage. Half bath on main level. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors and flagstone tile. Wonderful second floor outdoor deck with latilla roof. Beautiful bathrooms with flagstone counter tops. MLS 96651 $349,000 "Casa Pueblo" 998 sq ft, 2 bdrm, 2 bath plan with a welcoming, front portal. Open kitchen w/ flagstone countertops and stainless appliances. Vigas. Fireplace. Wood floors. Walk in closet. Walled back yard and covered patio. MLS 96652 $249,000

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Located in the downtown historic district. Originally built in 1880. Completely resorted. 3089 sq ft, 2 bdrms, 3 baths PLUS 2 studio/office spaces making the floor plan versatile to your needs. 4 kiva fireplaces. Reclaimed hardwood floors. Updated, modern kitchen and baths. Enchanting covered porch. .447 acre lot. Natural plastered walls. Artistic nichos.

Gardens and trees. Walled and gated back yard. This home embodies the Taos of the past...but with all of the modern conveniences.

MLS 98057 $795,000

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This Home Will Suit You To A Tee! Light & Bright home w/ 2,200 sq. ft., 3BR/2BA/2CG on 1.25 ac. bordering Taos County Club. Split floor plan, family room w/ FP, formal living room, generous kitchen, & separate dining area. Go for walks right out the door or hop on a bike or in your golf cart. $345,000 MLS#97781

Location. Location. Location.

High visibility, high traffic across from El Meze and between Guadalajara Grill & Orlandos in El Prado. This would be a great site for retail, a restaurant, an office, or a work/live sitation. Do note that uses may require county approval.

Owner/Agent. $279,000

A Home For All Seasons Enjoy all seasons in this 2,900+/- adobe home w/ 2BR/2BA, office/den, study, workshop & studio including 4 kiva FPs, vigas, nichos, arched doorways, Mexican tile, & wood. Step outside & enjoy pond & waterfall, & ramada w/ stunning views of Taos Mtn. $519,000 MLS#98008

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Southwestern Aristocrat Discover this enchanting 2BR/2BA home + office with a 2BR/1BA guesthouse on desirable Burch St. Kiva FPs, vigas, beams, latillas, carved corbels, classic hand crafted SW woodwork & a delightful backyard all within walking distance to historic Taos Plaza. $650,000 MLS#97765

Live Life To The Fullest This well maintained 5BR/4BA/2CG home on 2.48 ac. will capture your heart. Quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, fully equipped kitchen, custom cabinetry, family room & views! Outdoor amenities include a walled front patio, kiva fireplace, covered portal, & an upstairs deck w/ views. $695,000 MLS#97788

The Big Easy If you’re looking for easy living, let this 3BR/2BA home & oversized, finished 1CG on 1.3 acres be “HOME SWEET HOME”. Open floor plan w/ lots of light, stainless appliances, stained concrete floors, sub floor radiant heat, master w/ walk-in, & lg laundry rm w/ W/D. Metal roof. Fenced yard. Price is easy too @ $229,900. MLS#97738

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The Great Escape

SO-O-O-O SOUTHWEST

Custom 3BR/3BA/3CG + office alpine 2,723 sq ft home in El Valle Escondido. Passive solar orientation, open floor plan, slate & wood flooring, in-floor radiant heat, & vaulted ceilings.

2nd story decks offer panoramic views. Fishing ponds, golf course, clubhouse, & pool. $375,000 MLS# 96771

This beautifully remodeled 2,707 sq. ft. in-town home on .75 ac boasts thick adobe walls, 3 kiva FPs, vigas, coved ceilings, Saltillo tile, bancos, nichos, & a courtyard. The kitchen has granite, stainless & a wet bar, plus there’s a spa room, artists studio, & den/media room. $475,000 MLS#95930

Fantasy Meets Function Custom 3,000 sq ft, 2BR/2BA2CG home w/ 700 sq ft guesthouse. A colorful, FP in LR w/ media room/den, open kitchen & pantry, granite counter tops, & dining room w/ views all around. Expansive covered patio/portal in back & fenced yard. $625,000 MLS#96943

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Stake Your Claim... ...to some of the most beautiful territory in N.M. complete w/ 3BR/2.5BA/2CG custom home on 10 ac in the Stakeout area.

Designed to capture views of the Rio Grande Gorge, Taos Mtn., the Pedernal, Truchas Peaks, & foothills. Energy efficient Rastra construction. $625,000 MLS#96850

Say Hello To A Good Buy! This freestanding condo looks & feels like a home and it even has a 2 car garage (A studio maybe?). 3BR/2BA/2CG & 1,850+/- sq ft w/ 2 kiva FPs, vigas, tile & flagstone floors, & remodeled kitchen. The master bedroom is spacious w/ big Taos Mtn. views & private patio. $214,700 MLS#98261

AT O U R O F F I C E O U R C L I E N T S A R E # 1

Picturesque In-Town Escape Tucked behind gated high walls is this sophisticated & fun 3BR/3BA home w/ garage within a short walk to historic Taos Plaza. Thoughtful remodels plus new LG air conditioner/heater seamlessly blend old & new. An ideal property right in the heart of town. $599,000 MLS#97445

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BranDon rose, Buyer’s Broker 10 Year Legend Award

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Diamond In The Rough

Sunny Disposition

...but not too rough! 2,000 sq. ft. adobe w/ 2BR/1.5BA, 700+/sq. ft. heated workshop, & 400 sq. ft. storage room is in a beautiful location bordering Pueblo land w/ easy access to town & Ski Valley. Sited on 1.25+/- ac. surrounded by privacy walls, you’ll find a gem waiting to be polished. $325,000 MLS#98179

Life Is A Bowl Of Cherries

Energy-efficient 2BR/2BA pumice-crete home on 0.99 acres. Light and bright, open floor plan w/spacious living area, kiva fireplace, & inviting outdoor living areas. Timeless and stylish finishes. Panoramic views. Heated 1-car garage. $315,000 MLS #98218

This lovely cottage is set amidst a magical orchard with flowers, trees & views. 2BR/2BA, 1,891 sq ft home w/ many windows, large bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, and lots of storage. Light & bright. Lovely pastoral setting in Arroyo Hondo. $295,000 MLS# 96816

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Indoor Living With An Outdoor Attitude!

Spacious & Inviting, this 3,300 sq ft SW chalet & 1BR/1BA guesthouse sits on 4.5 ac. in desirable Des Montes. Decks on two levels w/ views. Lg kitchen w/ a huge pantry, den/ TV room, office, master suite w/ FP. Also workshop, 2CG + sunroom/greenhouse. $599,000 MLS#96739

Don’t Worry-Be Happy!

This 2,400 sq ft home w/ 2BR/2BA/2CG/office/decks & big views & separate, 460 sq ft studio, carport & deck on 2 ac. will put a smile on your face. Delight in rock gardens, fun sculptures, & nature + big views from upstairs. $375,000 MLS#97362

Southwest Serenity 4-5BR/5BA/2CG, 5,000 sq ft home w/ 850 sq ft 1BR/1BA guest house on 4.6 irrigated acres. There’s room for an office, gym, meditation room, studio plus a great room for entertaining all in a lush private setting. Slow down and listen to the quiet! $795,000

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Kiss Your Landlord Good-Bye!

Dream Site

Sunrise & Sunsets.....

Sweet in-town casita built in 2005 with an open and bright great room with modern appliances, vaulted ceiling, tile floors, W/D, & natural gas. There’s a deck off the back with fully fenced yard. $152,000 MLS#96641

.....And Soooo Much More! This 2 acre parcel in the desirable Weimer area is close to town and everything Taos has to offer with mountain views, the stunning lights of town below & wildlife. $149,000 MLS#97885

Looking for a premier building site for your dream home?

Let this 5 ac. parcel w/ 400’ well in the Weimer foothills area & steps away from USFS be it! Phone & electric to lot & nat’l gas nearby. $299,000 MLS#97131

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Go First Class

Simply Gorgeous!

Beautiful 3 ac. gated site in Weimer. $195,000 MLS#97410

5 ac. parcel w. spectacular views. $119,900 MLS#98160

The Dark Night Northside location. 5 ac. Horses allowed. $65,000 MLS#97323

Corner Commercial In-town corner lot ready to build! $150,000 MLS#97669

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diane@taoshomes.com 575-758-5478 (direct)

BranDon rose, Buyer’s Broker 10 Year Legend Award

brandon@taoshomes.com 866-758-5478 (toll free)

www.taoshomes.com

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Serene Taos Contemporary

Past Perfect

This stunning home has clean cool lines, natural elements and a subdued color palette to provide a sense of privacy & quiet with 2,800 sq ft main home and a 932 sq ft. guesthouse on 2.25 ac in the premier Canon Heights bordering USFS just minutes to historic Taos Plaza. Simply extraordinary! $975,000

This historic 2,700+/- sq ft adobe home & 1BR/1BA guest house boasts beautiful living areas indoors & out. Massive adobe walls, smooth hand troweled plaster, 6 FPs, vigas, nichos, bancos, & hand hewn wood. Sits on the Talpa ridge overlooking the Ranchos Valley w/ amazing outdoor spaces. $750,000 MLS#98096

Bold & Beautiful. Fun & Fanciful

If You’re A Connossieur Of Quality...

Formerly the Cottonwood Inn, this grand, 7,500 sq. ft. adobe boasts 11 FPs, 9.5 baths, & now enjoyed as a 3BR home w/ attached mother-in-law quarters. Huge living room w/ kiva FP, 2 dining areas, master suite w/ dressing room, 2 baths, hot tub; lovely guest suite; big office; library; & studio. $899,000 MLS#98220

....and want privacy and views too. Custom 3BR/2BA, 2,900+/- sq ft home w/ 2 car heated/finished garage & separate studio. Walls of windows for dramatic views w/ a formal dining area w/ built-ins, a fully equipped kitchen that “cooks”, & a breakfast nook too. All on 10+ ac. site w/ amazing outdoor spaces. $797,000 MLS#98263

Perfect Taos Mountain Views

Out Of The Ordinary But Extraordinary!

Every room in this exquisite 4,000+ sq. ft. adobe home situated on 4 ac. is imbued w/ drop dead views bordering Taos Pueblo Land. 3BR/3BA/2CG, deluxe office, work-out room, gorgeous covered patio w/ 2 kiva FPs, plus grand living room, great kitchen, & incredible dining room. Stunning! Priced at $935,000

This 3,800 sq ft energy efficient dome is THE home for the 21st Century. Natural elements of organic clay walls, wood, cork, and stone w/ a stunning living/dining room area & upscale kitchen, including a den/media room, heated sunroom, a gallery plus an office all on 6 private acres on the Rio Pueblo. $950,000 MLS#96827

House Beautiful

Lasting Impression

This property steps right off a magazine page w/ colorful gardens, stunning views, lots of outdoor living spaces, tennis courts, & even a putting green. Spacious 5,700+/- sq ft adobe home w/ 3BR/3.5BA/studio/office/sun room, & attached deluxe guest quarters. Private and Quiet. Priced at $1,690,000

From the welcoming front patio through the expansive living room with bold Taos Mtn. views and to the grand over-the-top kitchen and to the exterior living “room” with kitchen and fireplace, this 4,000+/- sq ft custom home with 3BR/3.5BA/3CG is dressed to impress. Terrific Northside location. Priced at $895,000

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VISTA LINDA TREASURE Pueblo style 2 BR/2 BA 1164 sf is light and bright with open floor plan design. Kiva FPs in LR and Master BR. Bonus room perfect for office or study. Great starter home on 1.27 acres. Close to UNM and TCC. $239,000 MLS 98011

CONTEMPORARY CONDO Great in town location. Staged 1847 sf 2 story 2 BR/2 BA. Modern kitchen opens into LR/DR area with access to patio perfect for entertaining. Upstairs master suite with loft niche and deck. Only 2 units.

Price reduced to $349,900 MLS 96238

ECO-FRIENDLY ABODE This 2 BR/2 BA 1935 sf home features gas fireplace and fine finishes throughout. Skylights and southern exposure provide bright living spaces. Plus sunroom, greenhouse and 1 CG on 5.78 acres. Price reduced to $350,000 MLS 97528

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STEP BACK IN TIME Built in the 1930’s (formerly Taos Charter School) great for a family compound, condos, or apartments.

Zoned R-14, 0.86 acre. Located close to Taos Plaza and all amenities. Bring your imagination and your passion. $449,000 MLS 93876

HOME SWEET HOME Lovingly maintained in town 2 story, 3 BR/2 BA 2544 sf home. Large LR with kiva FP, dining area and deck. View shed protects views of Taos Mountain. Attached 1 CG, on town utilities plus private well on 0.89 acre. $495,000 MLS 97917

PICTURESQUE RETREAT Classic adobe renovated in 2007. 3 BR/3 BA 2600 sf features pine floors, viga ceilings, 2 FPs and butler’s pantry. 2011 Great room addition using GREEN materials. Pond, acequia and water rights on 1.35 acres. Price reduced to $499,000 MLS 95922

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BEAUTIFUL HOME, GREAT VIEWS Fine craftsmanship and quality finishes. Open LR/DR features kiva FP and patio. Energy efficient, pumice crete build. 1850 sf 2 BR/2 BA and office. Attached heated 2 CG plus studio on 1.04 acres overlooking Pueblo land. $538,000 MLS 97893

EXQUISITE CRAFTSMANSHIP 3 BR/2.5 BA 2600 sf adobe with views from every room. Custom cabinetry by owner/builder. French doors off LR frame Taos Mountain. Large covered patio and spacious Master suite. Attached heated 2 CG on 1.46 acres. $549,000 MLS 97326

WELCOME HOME Beautifully staged 3 BR/2.5 BA 3220 sf custom home; open floor plan. Kitchen has ample cabinets, island and breakfast bar. High ceilings, custom cabinetry and doors. Attached 2 CG and private outdoor areas. Price reduced to $565,000 MLS 98159

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ELEGANT ADOBE AND CASITA Circa 1860s; renovated in 1960s. Quality finishes combine elegance, efficiency and comfort with old world charm. 2007 adobe casita. 2237 sf main house and 762 sf casita on 1.35 acres atop a ridge with mountain views! $649,000 MLS 97294

CASA DEL PESCADOR Elegant and efficient custom 2100 sf home features 2 Master suites, high end finishes, Italian porcelain tile and granite counters. 670 sf guest quarters atop 2+ CG. Gardens, orchards and lush pastures with water rights 3.8 acres. $679,000 MLS 98053

SWEEPING EL SALTO VIEWS 2 story 3205 sf, 3 BR/2.5 BA, office and studio.

Large windows in LR frame vistas. Custom cabinetry and fine finishes. Attached 2 CG plus sunroom.

Meticulously maintained; active and passive solar plus trombe wall on 1.91 acres. $765,000 MLS 97921

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KING OF THE HILL Views of the Gorge and Taos Mountain! 2 BR/2.5 BA 2621 sf home features custom doors, dumbwaiter, walnut cabinetry, stairs and ceilings plus attached 2 CG. 2 BR/1 BA 721 sf guesthouse on 14.88 acres. Price reduced to $799,000 MLS 96723

TAOS PILATES STUDIO Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? Well here’s an opportunity not to be missed!

Taos Pilates Studio owned and operated since 2002.

This is for purchase of the business and all equipment only! Price reduced to $60,000 MLS 97782

ENCHANTING ADOBE HACIENDA

ELEGANT MOUNTAIN LIVING

Taos Country Inn B&B. 8 luxury suites with hand carved doors, kiva FP and ensuite baths; plus private owners’ quarters. Perfect as a family compound or retreat center. Lush gardens on the Rio Pueblo, bordering Pueblo land. $950,000

Southwestern design combined with Old Mexico flare. Family or business destination, casual elegance defines this 2 BR/2.5 BA main home, 2 BR/2 BA guesthouse, chapel-styled studio and two 2 CG on 11.07 acres. 7364 sf total. $2,250,000 MLS 97071

GREAT IN TOWN LOCATION Condominium complex plus development rights on 2.77 acres which allow for 7 more units to be constructed. Only 2 units built. See MLS 96237 for Unit A and MLS 96238 for Unit B which is beautifully staged. $799,000 MLS 97551

BEAUSOLEIL Discover the premier real estate of Taos! 400 acre exclusive development features 36 building sites, 10 to15 acres with underground utilities and large building envelopes. Located between town of Taos and Taos Ski Valley. $550,000 MLS 97802

CABOT PLAZA MALL Located in the historic Kit Carson corridor and a stone’s throw from Taos Plaza. Perfect for retail stores, galleries or professional offices. High foot traffic and prime location. $1,140,000 MLS 97612

TAOS TENNIS RANCH Commercial tennis complex. 6820 sf club house features pro shop, meeting room and restaurant with full kitchen. 10 tennis courts, 35’x65’ swimming pool, 988 sf pool house/sauna, 10’x10’ children’s pool and hot tub. $1,400,000 MLS 95453

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Rick Reaves

Associate Broker 575-770-4502 ricklreaves@gmail.com taoshomeinvestments.com 314A Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571 • BHHSTaosRealEstate.com • 575 758 1924 • 800 530 8899 Custom built, 2019 sft 3BR/2BA home Nestled in a verdant valley in Tres Ritos.

Over 20 acres with the Rio Pueblo offers vaulted ceilings w/skylights, fans, running through it. Formerly known as and an artist’s studio. Two wood-burning Walton’s Mountain Lodge, it features stoves provide heat in the winter. A 1400 a main house and 5 log cabins. Great sft combination garage/carport/workshop. potential rental income. Originally built Both the garage and house have large attic in the 1940’s, with some TLC could spaces for storage with pull-down stairs. become an even more fabulous retreat Surrounded by immaculate landscaping. for skiers, hikers and other adventurers.

Great horse property with a barn near Hot tub and deck sit above the buildings the Rio Del Pueblo.

Mountain Lodge Paradise In Taos Canyon next to the forest. MLS #95524 $459,000 MLS #97584 $449,000

Taos Sanctuary

Tucked away in a peaceful setting near La Loma Plaza, this 2160 sft 2BD, 2BA home has it all including a 520 sft casita.

Also a 450 sft finished basement. Built in 1946 and remodeled over the years the kitchen has beautiful cherry cabinets, new appliances and a wood-burning stove.

The adobe house has 2 fireplaces and 2 patio areas. Main house and casita both have a new roof and new El Rey stucco.

A great value and close to Taos Plaza.

MLS #97505 $495,000

Wonderful 3 BD/3BA home in the Del Norte subdivision features an open floor plan with dramatic high ceilings and large vigas. The kitchen has stylish cabinets and is centered around a professional series range/oven. The garage has been split with a studio/ workshop built on one side. Ceiling fans in all the rooms. Surrounded by mature trees with a courtyard/ patio facing the mountains perfect for entertaining. MLS #97521 $495,000

Southwest Adobe

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Associate Broker 575-613-3027 rachels@taosnet.com

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Kiva Harris

Associate Broker

Experienced Broker for Buyers and Sellers Property Management

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Beautiful Land ~ Affordable Land SuStainable Community

GReen livinG

Wide open space near Rio Grande del Norte National Monument. Sustainable community with sensible restrictions. This lot includes buy-in to community well. Unbelievable 360 degree views! 29,000 MLS 98107

Off grid, 1100sf rammed earth home, built w/ attention to detail. 2 acres with 360° views. Open floor plan, efficient wood stove plus active & passive solar. 3000 gallon cistern.

Irrigated raised bed gardens. 129,000 MLS 96752

RaRe FinD Step back in time into this charming 2BD/1BA adobe home.

Kiva fireplace in living room, wood floors, vigas throughout.

Enjoy the sounds of the Rio Chiquito from your front porch.

On 9.07 acres with water rights, mature fruit trees, and wild life. Borders National Forest. 219,000 MLS 97343

Wide open spaces with huge views.

Perfect for self-sufficient building project. Borders BLM land.

Excellent road. $25,000 MLS 96443

enJoy tHe vieW Cute 2BD/2BA log cabin with superior views of Taos Mountain. Great location close to town and on the way to the Ski Valley. Good for live/work situation, subject to county approval. Potential to expand to second floor. 359,000 MLS 98039

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Build your home here, or put a manufactured or modular home on the land.

Close to town. 1 acre for only $20,000 MLS 92286

Unique Northern New Mexico land near Taos. Almost 4 acres covered with old growth pinon & bordering National Forest.

Serene & secluded with good building sites, & views. Owner financing available! $45,000 MLS 98270 Also two forested 3.24 acre pieces for $32,000 each. MLS 98271, 98272 Or buy both contiguous pieces, 6.48 acres, for $58,000 MLS 98273

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InsideOut

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Taos Lifestyle is your source for fine home furnishings and mattresses.

Find every style from contemporary to traditional and rustic. Fine furniture like this solid wood Townsend bed and this bench made from a recycled door are in stock, as well as La-Z-Boy, Norwalk, Riverside, Ekornes Stressless and others, also available to special order. Fair-Trade Lighting, bedding from Pine Cone Hill and Wooded River; towels, sheets, rugs and accessories along with our complimentary design service finish off your look! Taos Lifestyle has the largest selection of Serta, Tempurpedic and OMI Organic mattresses in Northern New Mexico.

Delivery and set up available everywhere. Thank you, Taos, for voting Taos Lifestyle the best place to buy a mattress 12 years in a row and best home furnishings store, three years running!

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You can’t always tell from the outside how green a house actually is. While appearing completely conventional, this home is super-insulated, features natural and non-toxic finishes and blazes with smart, Wi-Fi controls.

are smart homes Green?

Text, photos and home design by Vishu Magee

I love the Idea of smart homes.

If energy use can be reduced by a smart thermostat that relieves the stupid owner (me) of having to reset the temp every time a cloud passes over, I’m all for it. Yet I’m always suspicious of trendy green toys that promise to save the planet.

So I decided to pay a visit to Best Buy, always a font of information on the latest DIY (do it yourself) and consumerlevel gadgetry.

There I found a big new section called The Connected Home, offering DIY home security (webcam-oriented), smart thermostats, smart door locks, smart lights, plugs and switches — and an impressive array of health-monitoring wristbands, bathroom scales and the like. All of it very, very smart.

“Smart,” by the way, basically means that the thing has a chip inside and can be controlled from your smartphone – which, as we all know, is definitely smarter than we are.

Some of the offerings are quite compelling. The Nest thermostat actually records your habits of heating and cooling and, over time, will automatically generate a 24-hour heating

pattern that suits your lifestyle. It can even sense when you are away.

This seems useful.

There are surprisingly sophisticated wearables and clip-onables to monitor physical activity and stream the data to your phone or home computer. Digital bathroom scales are razor-accurate, displaying body mass index and even indoor air quality. Other devices monitor sleep patterns and propose to help you sleep better. Don’t ask me how.

Garmin is one brand name, causing me to fear I’d need a mental GPS just to navigate the software.

I‘ve saved the best for last: Petzi, which allows you to “connect with your pet from anywhere, anytime.” Basically you can fire up Petzi from your iPhone, check out your pet on its webcam, say hi, and dispense a Milkbone from the integral treat dispenser. This is beyond silly, possibly neurotic. Definitely not green!

But that’s not all: across the ocean floor of Best Buy is the audio-video section, whose sheer size indicates how central home entertainment is to our lifestyle.

Bye-bye cable or satellite: it’s all about streaming content over the Internet, or sending tunes from Spotify to your wireless speakers – controlled, of course, by your trusty smartphone or tablet. I

like the Sonos audio system: its user-friendly app lets you play different music in different rooms simultaneously, to wireless speakers that have excellent quality and the ability to be fine-tuned through the app.

Green? Yes: miniaturization, fewer black boxes and less hard wiring are good things.

Midway between audio-video and connected home lies the undersung core of the smart home vision: computers, routers and wireless access points that allow smart devices to connect to the Web, stream content and download updates, communicate throughout the household network, and, of course, be accessed by you anywhere, anytime.

Fast internet and good Wi-Fi are essential.

But does any of this stuff really work? Samsung’s Smart Things concept points to a future when all home appliances and systems, from the coffee pot to drip irrigation, are seamlessly integrated and capable of pinpoint control from anywhere your Android or iPhone can connect. Problem is, Samsung is not there yet. In fact, nobody is.

For example, as attractive as the Nest is, it can control only one-zone heat systems, which makes it useless for a radiant heat system with several thermostats and zones. Moreover, most Wi-Fi thermostats require a third “C-wire” to provide power for their little brains – whereas most existing homes are wired with two-wire cable. And none of the DIY smart stats are part of a truly integrated system.

Products are much better on the professional side. Honeywell, for example, has an excellent system that integrates home security with energy management. Each thermostat and keypad is a mini-computer with a sophisticated program, connected by CAT6 wires to a central hub that in turn patches in to the network. There are options to sense

humidity and outdoor air temperature – making irrigation management an obvious next feature. But at $350-$500 per thermostat, such systems are beyond the reach of most homeowners as well as being difficult to retrofit.

FX makes gorgeous LED landscape lights and a control unit that can be operated over the Web. This is great for the second homeowner who wants to adjust lighting from Dallas. But what she really needs is a central controller with a “return to Taos” setting that will bring up light levels, thermostat settings and hot tub temperature as needed.

Finally, here is a truly green tool that’s fully tried-and-tested: eGauge monitors the electrical consumption of individual circuits as well as the power coming from your solar panels, eliminating guesswork as you achieve your goal for net-zero energy consumption.

My guess is that truly integrated controls are at least five years out and will initially be geared to new construction. That leaves us with the need to know exactly what smart devices are helpful in the meantime, and to carefully parse the DIY universe. For example, I recently searched for a simple Wi-Fi security system that will sense an intruder, set off an inside siren, and instantly send me a text. I wanted the option of adding affordable video cameras with face recognition and storage on the cloud – and I wanted to avoid monthly monitoring fees.

I chose iSmartAlarm over Iris and Piper, at a cost of about $300 — so far, so good.

But I’m still waiting for the Holy Grail of battery-powered, retrofittable, multi-zone thermostats with wi-fi connectivity. That will be very green, and I will feel very smart.

Vishu Magee has designed Taos homes for over 40 years and may be reached at vishumagee.com.

This building is almost entirely heated by the sun – but under the hood you’ll also find a state-of-the art smart thermostat that can be monitored and adjusted anywhere and anytime from the owner’s iPhone.

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829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur Taos, New Mexico 87571 575-758-0080 Office

WaLK TO dOWnTOWn TaOS rESTauranTS-GaLLErIES-EVEnTS NEW LISTING IN TOWN 3 bedroom 2 bath home.

Easy walk to Historic Downtown Taos Plaza.

Convenient for full time living or would make a great vacation rental.

Features all those desirable South West Details: Tile Floors. High Ceilings with Vigas, light and bright open concept living area w / Kiva Fireplace. Outside has enclosed private courtyard. Price $299,900

3 ACRES with all utilities plus a well. Just 4 homes will be built here. Beautiful big Sweeping 360 degree views plus just a few minutes to get to the new BLM Public Lands where you can hike/bike and minutes to the Gorge. Priced at just $99,000 MLS 98020

GOLF-SWIM-FISH-BIKE-HIKE

YOu’LL EnJOY FISHInG and THOSE IncrEdIBLE LaKE VIEWS BEAUTIFUL VIEWS of one of Valle Escondido’s fishing Lakes from this sweet Chalet Style home. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and did I mention those views? Between Historic Downtown Taos and Angel Fire Ski Resort. Area Amenities include all the golf you can play, stocked fishing lakes, community water, clubhouse with bar, swimming pool. National Forest is nearby for easy trail access. MLS 98225 Priced at $270,000

HOME BacKS uP TO PuEBLO LandS WITH aMaZInG VIEWS HOME SWEET HOME IS AS CUTE AS CAN BE: Features Wood Ceilings, 3 Bedrooms, Utility Room, Greenhouse Style Family Room, Electric and Passive Solar Heat, bath with a claw foot tub. Large Yard with raised Garden Beds. Just 10 minutes to Historic Downtown & 25 minutes to the Taos Ski Valley.

Priced at just $239,000

IT’S JUST LIKE BEING ON A VACATION ALL THE TIME Chalet Style Cabin in Valle Escondido with 3 brms 1 1/2 Baths. House features a wraparound deck, metal roof, Wood Burning Stove, 2 bdrms downstairs & one loft style bdrm up. Looking out on one of the Stocked Fishing Lakes and by the 5th green of the Golf Course. MLS 95518 Price: $155,000

HOMESITE On EOTOTO rd

SPacIOuS and GracIOuS HOME PLuS 2 BEdrOOM caSITa IT’S TIME TO ENJOY YOUR hard work all these years with a Gracious home that features: 3 Bedrooms 2 bath, 2 enclosed Courtyards, 3 Fireplaces, large Garage plus 3 acres at the Golf Course. Rooms are large and the home has every SW Detail you could want.

The Country Club is a Hub of activity for the Town and a great place to meet Friends and for events.

MLS 93531. Price $679,000 Includes 2 Bdrm Casita.

Build your home where you can see the Taos sacred mountain views! This 1.25 acre lot sits on Eototo Road and is surrounded by lovely homes already. Easy 10 minute drive to historic downtown Taos and just 20 minutes up the hill to alpine skiing at Taos Ski Valley.

MLS 91028 Price $92,461

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Very central, easy-out location for a variety of commercial activities.

The unit was outfitted for a 10 year successful dental office with loads of pretty maple cabinetry, electrical outlets, water and drain lines in the floor. Those improvements make the space perfect for a variety of new uses!.Possible lease is available. $269,000 mls#97867

Great opportunity for this commercial building with plenty of parking highway frontage with high traffic count. Seller will modify property to Buyer’s “Build-to-Suit” requirements either as a whole or in sections for multi-users. End use can accommodate general commercial space including various types of retail or space can be sectioned/modified for multi-use such as general office, Emergency Care facilities, medical building operations and/or legal offices and facilities. 69 parking spaces. $990,000 mls#97552

Cute log cabin on the sunny side of Taos canyon. Has a studio building that is ready to be converted to a guest house. House has a log rock interior with loft. Flagstone floors, a lot of charm. Good solid rental history. $123,000 mls#91874

This sweet Territorial-style home occupies a one-acre lot that is off a paved road and on a bluff that provides uninterrupted views of the Sangre de Cristos including Pueblo Peak, and the twinkle of town lights. White diamond plaster throughout and tongue and groove ceilings. Top-notch workmanship. Amenities include granite countertops, custom cabinets, a steam shower, plumbed island in the kitchen,attached two-car garage with opener separate exterior door. Both baths have lots of tile and granite lavatories. $275,000 mls#96530

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A total of 6.83 plus acres with both acequia rights and community water to the buildings. Flag mountain is your back yard and only 30 minutes to Taos. Beautiful restored adobe with custom interior adobe work and cabinetry with interior greenhouse with 3 bedrooms, 1bath. Includes a partially completed 2 story studio/office with all infrastructure for completion in place- plumbing , electrical, septic, etc. $465,000 mls#98134

Get out of the summer heat and into the cool mountain air. Bring the herd, this big, comfortable home has 5 private bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms for the family reunion. Owners have slept 18 people in the house! Light and bright, with a shady front portal overlooking the alpine “Valle Escondido” valley. Stone fireplace, large deck with built in seating. Updating has bee ongoing since 1995. Garage has a work bench and locked storage. $319,000 mls#98028

Large sunny rambling authentic adobe home in the Upper Colonias area, on 4.3 acres with a barn for horses with attached 1 bedroom, 1 bath guest house with a kitchen. Main house has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths. One bedroom is a lockoff with separate entrance. Great bones! Big vigas, kiva fireplace in the cozy dining area, antique wood cook stove, cherry cabinets, 2 very large bedrooms, 2 regular sized bedrooms. Big bright windows, new boiler for radiant floor heating and domestic hot water, on natural gas. $475,000 mls#97748

Enjoy dramatic views of the Pecos from this mountain home in the small community of Los Tramperos, located between Mora and Chacon. This house is composed of two attached frame houses, with two kitchens, and can be used a single family residence or as a duplex. A spacious two car garage and a wonderful sunroom add lots of space to the home. The yard is beautifully landscaped and has an irrigation ditch running through the property below the house. $99,000 mls#94928

Sustainable , Solar , off Grid Straw Bale Home. Live in comfort and leave almost no footprint in this spacious , contemporary home . No utility bills! Wonderful details highlight this bright space , including growing fruit in the grey water garden that spans the living room. Open concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings ,makes this a great home for entertaining and families.

Tons of storage inside and out. Mature landscaping, fruit trees , berries and lots of organic growing space. Walled courtyard, fences and fenced yard for your pets . This home is an UPSCALE Sustainable Community $329,000 mls#98126

Custom built Pueblo Style home in San Cristobal on 2 lush valley acres with Water Rights and spectacular mountain views. Only 15 minutes north of Taos and close to National Forest access for hiking.

Vigas, saltillo tile, hand plastered walls, kiva fireplace and Jacuzzi tub in Master Bath. Bright open floor plan for entertaining and a beautiful courtyard for relaxing. Take a look at this unique property at a great price! $324,000 mls#96904

Conveniently located just a block west of the plaza on Ranchitos Road. This 2BR/2BA home on .17 acre has beautiful hardwood floors and nicely done remodel of bathrooms and kitchen.

Additional .22 acres available on an adjacent lot. $350,000 mls#97698

A large log house with 2 bedrooms with a 3rd room that can be converted to a bedroom. Hand built fireplace in the great room. Borders National Forest. Enjoy the peace and quiet of the foothills in El Rito. Additional 14 acres available! $599,500 mls#95956

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Get out of the summer heat and into the cool mountain air.

Bring the herd, this big, comfortable home has 5 private bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms for the family reunion. Owners have slept 18 people in the house! Light and bright, with a shady front portal overlooking the alpine “Valle Escondido” valley. Stone fireplace, large deck with built in seating. Updating has bee ongoing since 1995. Garage has a work bench and locked storage. Amenities include golf, stocked fishing ponds, community water, clubhouse with bar, swimming pool, snow removal, trash service, road maintenance. National Forest is nearby for trail access. There are 3 ski areas within an hour’s drive. Elevation is about 8000 ft. Pleasant mountain community off the beaten track with year ‘round and summer homes, just 20 minutes from Taos. Pond and Golf course photos are of the Valle Escondido amenities, and not located on the property for sale.

MLS# 98028 $319,000 Contact Mary Emery at 575.770.8382 about this property.

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Multi purpose Use commercial condo. Ideal location for an aspiring business. 4000+/- sq. ft. MI Zoning Commercial. Well maintained with a long positive rental history. Metal building well insulated: Kitchenette, three ADA bathrooms, in-floor radiant heat, alarm system, motion detector, Town of Taos Water and Sewer, four access doors, drive-in doors, approximately 20 parking spaces. Installed Polaris BTU Hot Waer tank and all new fittings and automatic air vent in March 2016. Cost was $4600.00 to make sure the building has hot water and radiant floor heat for next 14 years. $399,000 mlS#97744 575-758-0080 829 Paseo del Pueblo Sur

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Michael P. Woolley, Owner /Broker CRB, CRS, CLHMS, RSPS, IRES RE/MAX Mountain Realty, PO Box 290 Angel Fire, NM 87710

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Stunning Mountain Log Home on 331 Acres Panoramic views of rolling valleys and the

Lake Front Paradise

One of a Kind!

An Entertainer’s Dream

Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Custom built 6500-square-foot radiant floor home with five bedrooms, three bathrooms and over sized two-car attached heated garage. Master suite with Jacuzzi tub, large glass block shower, two granite vanities and a private deck with hot tub. Gourmet kitchen, granite surfaces and top of the line appliances. Downstairs gameroom with ping pong/pool table. Study/office/exercise room with walk-out access to the outdoors.

A 450 square foot detached garage for your “toys.” Three bedroom two bath modular home, 5 stall horse barn, with tack room, and washing area. A separate hay barn, riding area, and several outbuildings. 1060 sqft +/- two bay garage/archery & gun shop. Big views, lots of wildlife and live water. Offered FURNISHED with few exceptions. Qualified buyers please call for an appointment. MLS# DEVINE $ 2,999,999

Lake front on 2 combined lots, 1.74 acres.

5000 sqft (+/-) 4 lg master bedrooms, 4.5BA, 3 fireplaces, Large heated 2 car/RV garage with workshop. 2 covered decks with HUGE views. Close to everything and easy flat access. Asphalt driveway, too. MLS# 96684 $975,000

4700 sqft. custom log home, plus 800 sqft. cabin on 10 acres with a private lake.

High end touches everywhere. Boat house, landscaping and large deck for entertaining and relaxing. Cabin has 2BR, 1BA, and wet bar area. Main House has 2BE, 2.5BA on the main level and 4 rooms and 1BA on the lower level. Endless possibilities! MLS# 95439 $1,300,000

This 4400 sq ft home with an additional 1600 sq ft of workshop and garage has spectacular views of the valley and is only 4 blocks from skiing! An entertainers delight, large great room that with a 6 ‘ double sided fireplace and a party room with kitchen and hot tub, 4 BR, 4BA, custom cabinets, game room and more!

MLS# 96125 $875,000

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A Masters Champ Slept Here!

Vacation home of legendary Masters Champion Charles Coody. Great family home with 4BR, 4.5BA, 2 fireplaces, sauna, 2 furnaces with humidifiers, 2 water heaters, approximately 4000 sq ft (+/-), heated deck, custom windows and blinds, spacious game room, large garage and on 2.5 acres with views! WOW! MLS# 98161 $869,000

Amazing Views

Wonderful country/mountain remodeled home on 10 acres. 3 BR, 3 BA, 3900 sq ft, separate garage/workshop, fenced and cross fenced, run in stall, RV pad and more. Borders state land! MLS# 98200 $699,000

Spectacular Custom Home

4400 sqft (+/-), 4BR, 4.5BA, Granite countertops, 3 living areas, 3 fireplaces, 4 decks one with hot tub, 2 attached garages and lots of storage. Spectacular views of the valley and surrounding peaks. Fantastic entertainers home.

MLS# 92956 $735,000

Wow! Family Friendly Home.

WOW! Talk about a family friendly home. Room to roam on 2.5 acres. Large living/dining/kitchen area with fireplace.

Master on main level. Super gameroom/den/bunkroom plus theater room.

Furnished. 3,400 sqft (+/-), 3BR, 3BA. MLS# 98253 $679,900

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MLS# 96712 Large great room with fireplace, huge gameroom, commercial sized kitchen, spacious master with gas log fireplace and an oversized one car garage.

4,000 sq ft (+/-), 5BR, 4BA.Go right out your backyard to roam NM State land. $629,000

Michael P. Woolley, Owner /Broker CRB, CRS, CLHMS, RSPS, IRES RE/MAX Mountain Realty, PO Box 290 Angel Fire, NM 87710

MLS# 95650 Amazing 360 degree views! Some acreage is fenced for horses and has a run in stall. Custom tile work, wood and carpet flooring, large garage, hookups for RV’s, within minutes of Angel Fire, Taos, and Red River ski areas and amenities, easy year ‘round access and room for the entire family! 4 BR, 3.5 BA, 2 gathering areas, fireplace, granite counter tops, covered deck. WOW! $549,000

MLS# 96822 Immaculate and room for the whole clan! 2932 sq ft (+/-), 3 BR, 3 BA, 3 gathering areas, lg garage, 1.6 AC, views,fireplace,new appliances,granite counter tops and VIEWS! $449,000

MLS# 96927 You want to get outta town?

3227 sqft (+/-), mostly finished 4BR, 3BA on 4.75 acres with 1200 sqft(+/-) workshop. Do just a little work and you’ve gota deal. It’s livable now. $379,000

MLS# 98175 Only minutes to the Village Core. 3BR, 3BA, 3 gathering areas, stone fireplace, and large garage. 2800 sqft (+/-).

IMMACULATE! $449,000

MLS# 97113 A one level home with high end finishes just blocks from the country club! 3 BR, 2 BA, 1870 sq ft. Concrete counter tops and more. $349,000

MLS# 98118 On the parade of homes!

2270 sq ft, 3 BR 3 BA, fantastic kitchen/ dining/living area and a large detached garage for your toys. Super family home. $489,000

MLS# 98253 Close to everything! 4BR, 3BA, loft, 2400 sqft (+/-), garage. Custom cedar cabinets. Priced to sell! $399,000

MLS# 93447 Great rental history. 5BR, 4BA, on 2 levels. 2400 sqft (+/-). Separate 2BR, 2BA Apt. Included. $343,00

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MLS# 96285 1,600 sqft (+/-), 3BR, 2BA, 1GA , open living/dining/kitchen, fireplace.

Lovely Chalet. $309,000

MLS# 96713 2320 sqft (+/-), 3BR, 2BA, three gathering rooms, 2 fireplaces plus wrap around deck. $275,000

MLS# 98090 A cute cabin close to the country club. 3 BR, 2 BA, recently upgraded. Carport, wood burning stove and a nice,open living/dining/kitchen design.

1552 sq ft. $249,900

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MLS# STEWART 2200 sq. ft, 3BR, 3BA, garage. Big open living/dining area. Large deck. Downstairs bedroom could be a den/game room. $289,000

MLS# 96539 1500 sqft (+/-), 3BR, 2BA, garage all on one level! .9acre lot on greenbelt. $275,000

MLS# 96711 2,000sqft(+/-),3BR, 2BA, 2GA, stone fireplace, open living/kitchen/ dining. Nice lot w/ circle drive. $229,000

MLS# 95436 Remodeled 3BR, 3.5BA, 2400 sqft (+/-) detached garage. Close to Lake! $289,000

MLS# 98243 1,900sqft(+/-), 3BR, 2BA, 1GA one block away from Monte Verde Lake. $269,000

MLS# 96022 1,900 sq. ft (+/-) 3BR/2BA, 1GA one block away from Monte Verde Lake $225,000

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MLS# 96160 1,815 sq. ft. (+/-) 3 BR, 2BA, remodeled home on 1 acre. On running stream and National Forest. $225,000

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MLS# 97121 Big Views! 4 BR, 2BA Manufactured home with garage on two acres.

1680 sq. ft. (+/-) $175,000

MLS# 98244 2000 sq. ft. townhome just blocks from the slopes! 3 BR, 2.5 BA, 2 gathering areas, garage and nicely furnished! $335,000

Commercial Property

Rental/Investment property. Income-producing 2 BR house, 3 BR double wide mobile home on 2.8 acres. Large shop with office currently being used by Moreno Valley Sheet Metal. Close to intersection of HWY 434 and 64. Only five minutes from Angel Fire Village core. Flat access.

MLS# 96316 $439,000

Eagle Feather Trading Post in Eagle Nest

The best retail location in Eagle Nest right on HWY 64. 2 retail spots, one already making money. 3424 sq. ft. Fixtures and displays included. MLS# 96140 $309,995

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Right on Course!

Stunning Custom Built home

on the ski mountain with extraordinary views from every direction. Expansive decks and hot tub for entertaining. 4582 SF, 6 BR, 4.5 BA. Tastefully furnished. Price Reduced…

Great Buy on this one! MLS 96550 $995,000

Location, location, location…

Beautiful Corner Lot 1 block from Monte Verde Lake. Meticulously Maintained 2649 SF, 4 BR, 3 BA Fully Furnished, Large Den/Man Cave with Custom Murphy Beds.

MLS# 97454 $535,000

Monte Verde Lake location great curb appeal, gourmet kitchen, beautiful rounded deck for entertaining. 3789 SF, 5 BR, 3 BA Furnished. MLS# 97281 $489,900

Located on the 10th Fairway of A.F. Resort Championship Golf Course, this beautifully designed custom home is constructed from reclaimed 1830’s timbers. Stunning! Exceptionally built and fully furnished. 3000 SF, 4 BR, 4 BA + ManCave.

MLS# 97962 $695,000

Really Super Mountain Home with great curb appeal, corner lot and lots of outdoor living, hot tub, fully furnished! 1880 SF, 3 BR/2BA MLS# 97318 $415,000

Price Reduced. Stunning fireplace 5 BR/3BA + 2 half-baths.

3506 sq ft. Man Cave with pool table. Fully furnished! Motivated seller. MLS# 98147 $349,000

Price Reduced. A whole lot of house for the money! 5BR/3BA 3143 SF MLS# 97273 $299,000

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Stunning Contemporary Mountain Home

Located on 2.5 acres of mature Aspen and Fir trees, this 3,300 square foot home is located in the upscale Sierra Blanc Circle/Trail area of Angel Fire Resort. An immaculate family retreat with 5 bedrooms, 2 full baths and 2 three-quarter baths on two levels. The lower level contains a family game room, kitchenette, two bedrooms and two ¾ bathrooms. The entrance level contains an open floor plan focused on a wood burning fire place and magnificent views of an expansive green belt, with the master suite on one side and two bedrooms and a second full bath on the opposite side of that floor. There is a spacious deck on both levels of the home for entertaining and family activities. The garage is large enough for two cars and has a work shop as well. MLS# 96856 $650,000

MLS# 95011 Charming 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths cabin on 2.4 acres in Black Lake $389,000

MLS# 94170 2 Bedrooms, 2 baths, 1,700 sq. ft. (+/-) on .9 acre. Ski Mountain Cabin. $320,000

MLS# 98091 3 bedrooms and 4 full baths,upscale carpet, tile, and wood laminate flooring throughout plus oversized garage . 2,900 Sq-ft (+/-) $325,000

MLS# 97842 3 bedroom, 2 full bath, one half bath.

Rustic cabin with fantastic views to the Southwest from the living room and deck.Oversized lot provides privacy and both meadow and forest views. $299,900

MLS# 94797 Updated 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths across from Monte Verde Lake. Fun ladder-access sleep area for the kids. Close to everything with easy year-round access. $225,000

MLS# 95420 Racquet Club 3Br/2BA/Loft $145,000

MLS# 97243 The Lifts-Walk to the Slopes 2Br/BA $125,000

MLS# 96645 Wind Chimes 2Br/2BA 1Car Garage, Walk to Slopes $116,900

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Jeanette Sanchez, QB 505-504-1871 jeanettesanchez92@yahoo.com

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Elegant Entertaining

There’s plenty of room for the whole family. 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, formal office next to Master Suite, open kitchen/dining/family room, 6,000 sqft (+/-) on 4.61 acres. Bonus guest quarters downstairs. All upgrades. Incredible views off expansive back deck. Priced to sell! MLS#94777 $1,500,000

Laughlin-Grn. Mtn.Lot #18 5BD 3.5 BA,2.96 Acres +/- 3400 sq.ft. $442,000 Horse Friendly! Great Amenities

MLS#95275 Lovely Setting, 3BR, 2BA, 1650 sqft (+/-) on 1.3 acres $412,500

MLS#97840 Ski Run C-5 2BR, 2.5BA 1175 sqft (+/-) $179,000

MLS#97326 RCC 351 3BR, 2.5BA, 1346 sqft (+/-) $129,500

MLS#97054 2BR, 2BA, 1408 sqft (+/-) Plus basement $320,000

MLS#97464 2BR,2BA, 1500 sqft (+/-) Plus 4 acres (+/-) $315,000

Outstanding Business Location Own It Today!

758 sqft (+/-) commercial condo with 1/2 BA.Hwy 434 frontage. Hasford Building Suite F MLS#97952 $120,000 MLS#93269 RCC 140 2BR, 2BA, 896 sqft (+/-) $102,500 MLS#97686 SF 207B 2BR, 2BA, 870 sqft (+/-) $117,950

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MLS 97426 On golf course. 3BR, 3 1/2 BA, two living areas. $1,300,000

MLS 92442 Mountain Retreat. 3 BR, 3BA on quiet cul-de-sac. $897,000

MLS 94679 Incredible Views, 4 BR, 3 BA, Spacious Home $599,000

MLS 98135 Close to ski slopes 3 BR, 2 BA VIEWS!!! $525,000

MLS 93515 Near Golf Course 4 BR, 3 BA plus separate workshop. $530,000

MLS95663 Custom Design Built 3BR, 3 BA great view $479,900

MLS 96662 Easy Access 3 BR, 2 BA private deck $479,000

MLS 98065 Walk to the Country Club.

3 BR/3.5 BA overlooking green belt. $450,000

MLS 97424 Big Views 3/BR, 2/BA, open concept $379,000

MLS 95746 Beautiful location 3 BR, 2 BA hardwood floors $345,000

MLS 95980 Views from the front deck.

3 BR/2 BA with great rental history. $299,000

MLS 95799 Beautiful Country Club Villa. 4 BR/3 BA this is a MUST SEE!!! $289,000

MLS 94185 Great living area 3 B, 2 BA updates kitchen. $279,500

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MLS 97696 Remodeled 2 BR, 2 BA Ground floor unit with views $129,000

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Real Estate Finance

Smaller is better

by Ted Dimond codes require a minimum size building, and lending institutions are generally reluctant to lend for ‘unique’ properties. Lenders depend upon a market appraisal to establish the value of the home they are financing. The appraiser is required to find at least three other homes that are similar in size and layout, that are nearby and have sold in Written in 1973, “Small Is Beautiful: Economics As If People Mattered” the last six months. This is much easier to accomplish if one is is a collection of essays written by British economist E. F. Shumacher. financing a home in a subdivision where all homes resemble each other.

It is a book that asks us to look beyond the basic assumptions Small homes tend to present unique features and layouts that leave of modern economics — that bigger is better and that progress lenders insecure about market value. This is why lenders tend depends upon continued growth and expansion. These ideas that to run behind housing trends and only catch up when the market govern so many economic decisions locally, nationally and globally has demonstrated, through sales, the appeal of new technologies are challenged by Schumacher and challenged by some of the ideas and homebuilding philosophies. This was true with homes built and philosophies expressed by the homes and homeowners in this from atypical materials such as straw bale and pumice, as edition of Enchanted Homes. well as the brilliant earthships famously conceived and developed in our community. Lending, which The average size home in the U.S. difficult to obtain for these “[A modern economist] is used to measuring was grew from 1,780 square feet in ‘alternative’ technologies, loosened 1978 to 2,479 square feet in 2007. the ‘standard of living’ by the amount of annual as alternative homes became In 2014, the average size grew to plentiful and appraisers consumption, assuming all the time that a man more 2,600 square feet, despite the great could establish acceptable market downturn in the housing market who consumes more is ‘better off ’ that a man value by comparing them to other over the last six years. Increased built in similar ways from who consumes less. A Buddhist economist would homes material wealth in the upper class, similar materials. the endless search for personal consider this approach excessively irrational: prestige and an overall attitude Vidal famously referred to since consumption is merely a means to human Gore that bigger is always better all have the USA as the United States of well-being, the aim should be to obtain the Amnesia. Back in the ‘70s there contributed to this trend. the gas crisis. Because of long maximum of well-being with the minimum of was One of the benefits of this century’s lines at the station and escalating housing crisis may be that we consumption. . . . The less toil there is, the more prices for gas, we vowed to build reconsider the virtue of enormous cars that consumed less of time and strength is left for artistic creativity. smaller trophy homes, which make less it. We quickly forgot once gas prices and less sense from an economic Modern economics, on the other hand, considers eased and automobiles grew larger and, equally important, ecological more piggish. As a country, we consumption to be the sole end and purpose of and perspective. Large homes cost not only abandoned those earlier more to build, to heat and to all economic activity.” E.F. Schumacher vows, we overcompensated for the maintain and repair. The advantages associated fears by defying some of small homes can go beyond simple economic calculations. Living intuitive sense that we were heading in the wrong direction. Bigger in a smaller space can lead to a less cluttered and complicated life became not only better, but essential to our sense of identity. and the satisfaction that one’s environmental impact is reduced.

Small homes emphasize design and function, often catalyzing the Perhaps we’ll do better this time and learn from the current housing homeowner to develop more dual-purpose functions of space and and economic crisis that smaller can be better and more beautiful technology. and that bigger is not the goal nor is constant growth — a reasonable foundation for economic and environmental sustenance. As you Considering building or buying a small home makes sense for many of ponder this, take a look at some of the small beautiful homes displayed the reasons described and within this issue, but there remains a certain in this issue, and maybe pick up a copy of E.F Schumacher’s book at institutional discrimination against this trend. In many places, building the library or your local bookstore.

“Wisdom demands a new orientation of science and technology towards the organic, the gentle, the non-violent, the elegant and beautiful.” E. F. Schumacher — “Small Is Beautiful: Economics As If People Mattered.”

Ted Dimond has lived in Taos since 1976. He has been a residential mortgage broker since 1994 and has owned and operated Dimond Mortgage with his wife, Vanessa, since 2003. Ted can be reached via email Ted@dimondmortgage.com.

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Bringing the Best in Real Estate appaLachian StyLe LoG hoMe

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Privacy & seclusion await you in this 3BD/2.5BA/ 2CG/6000SF home on 11.5 acres, Features include a 1000SF dance/exercise area, 2 workshops, wrap around porches, & water catchment system. $599,000

Perched on a hill in Hidden Lake on 25 acres, this Appalachian Style Log home offers 2BD/2BA/2CG, covered porches, loft office. The many fabulous antiques collected over the years are included with the furnishings. $997,000

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A piece of paradise at Hidden Lake offering panoramic views of Wheeler Peak and the Moreno Valley, this energy efficient 3700+/-SF, 4BD,3BA, 3CG home sits on 30 +/- acres. Many upscale designer touches include, granite counter-tops stainless steel appliances,alder wood cabinets, greenhouse/sunroom, surround sound system,radiant floor heat, flagstone patio, porches and walkways, security system, generator, heated garage and w/ workshop and much more. Bring the horses! $1,200,000

Walk to Hidden Lake from this custom designed mountain retreat nestled amidst pine and aspen. This spacious 2716 +/-SF, 3BD/2.5BA,3CG homes features a gourmet kitchen, loft, heated workshop, natural cherry cabinets throughout and fabulous views both inside and out. $655,000 adjacent 30 acres available for total of $655,000 MLS 93501

DRASTICALLY REDUCED! ELEGANT ALPINE RETREAT

3BD, 2.5BA, 2CG, 2500± SF home on 10 acres. Panoramic views. Borders Carson National Forest. Fully furnished.

Taos Pines Ranch 10-20 acre Parcels starting at $179,000 Parcels bordering NATiONAL FOREST available

$569,000 MLS 98239

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throughout the Enchanted Circle DRASTICALLY REDUCED!

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A rare find in Angel Fire, NM. A fabulous 3BD/ 3BA/ 3CG/ 3000+/- SF home on 2.4 acres +. A separate 1000+/-SF 1BD/ 1BA guest house. This energy efficient RASTRA block home offers 3 Kiva fireplaces, radiant heat, flagstone floors, diamond plaster walls & vaulted wood ceilings, all on one level. $795,000

A well maintained large family home on .85 acres with 3BD/3.5BA/2CG/3856SF and features 2 bonus rooms, sauna, hot tub, & breathtaking views.

$425,000 MLS 97260

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This unique 3BD/2BA 2060 SF home has been completely remodeled, fully furnished. $359,000 MLS 95705

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Quiet, wooded setting with year round access! Car Garage 3BD/2BA 1100 SF.

$125,000 MLS 98208

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1BD/1BA 560 SQ FT on .92 Acre Near Coyote Creek State Park!

Minutes to the Cimarron River, Furnished & No HOA Dues!

768SF, 2BD/1BA on 1.3 Acres. $160,000 MLS 96929

reduced to $59,500 MLS 94211

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A private retreat 401+/- acres of lush meadows, stunning views, abundant wildlife, stands of majestic Bristlecone Pine, and 4 Elk Permits.

$73,500 MLS 98281

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$2,400,000 MLS 92300

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2BD/1BA 2000 SF on 1 Acre nestled on a hillside between 2 larger tracts, watch elk & deer roam from your living room! $129,000 MLS 97688

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Bring your horses and relive the Old West on 100 + acres of lush grassy meadows.

Outstanding views and easy access off NM State Hwy 120. $300,000 MLS 96973

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Earthship technology transfer

By Andy Dennison - Photos by Katharine Egli

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or 45 years, Michael Reynolds has been spreading the gospel that sustainable, off-the-grid living is well within our grasp. The Greater World Earthship Community, west of Taos, is a testament to Reynolds’ vision and the growing popularity of living in a home that takes care of itself.

However, most houses in the United States and beyond are linked into a centralized infrastructure that provides water, heat and electricity – and removes liquid and solid waste – for a price. They are not built of recycled materials, oriented for passive solar heat, or set up to collect rainwater for household use.

But Reynolds firmly believes that the technology that has been developed at Greater World and other sustainable communities can be incorporated into existing structures to reduce utility bills and soften their fossil fuel footprint on the planet.

“Each house is different and must be approached on a case-by-case basis,” said Reynolds during a recent interview in his Earthship past the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge. “Each has its own orientation, design, size – but the concepts of the Earthship can be applied.”

For Reynolds, the science behind sustainability is merely “eighth-grade biology and eight-grade physics."

It involves the forces of the sun, wind, rain and gravity – plus the ability of a mass to retain heat. And, when applied to a traditional home in Taos or elsewhere, that science and accompanying technology can significantly cut the cost of living.

“While out here (at Greater World), I can be 98 percent off the grid, using only a small amount of propane for my oven, we shoot for a 60-75 percent reduction in fossil fuel use when we set out to retrofit,” Reynolds said.

Here’s some examples of how that works: Flat roofs abound in Taos and water often pools up, prompting evaporation and possible leaks.

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Instead, the pitch can be reconfigured so that water funnels it into containers, rather than just simply shedding.

Many homes in Taos are built of thick adobe that absorbs heat. By putting a layer of insulation on the outside of a wall, the rate of heat release is slowed and the house stays warmer longer – a “bank of temperature.”

The south side of any home can become a heat catcher with glass greenhouse construction. Even those houses with limited southern exposure, a greenhouse that directs the sun’s heat into a mass (typically flooring) can cut heating costs.

Liquid waste can be rerouted from the disposal network into the greenhouse area where it provides food for plants – that provide food for the people who live there.

Even parts of homes can be retrofitted. Reynolds points to a nine-story concrete silo in Norway that was too massive to convert completely, so the designers concentrated on insulating “nests” within the building.

“We ask people, ‘Where do you hang out?’ and then we can retrofit there,” said Reynolds noting that, in his own Earthship, the focus of comfort is on the living room and kitchen areas.

Solar and wind energy generation continues to take hold around the world, Reynolds said, and that alternative to fossil fuel consumption has become easier – and cheaper – to incorporate into a traditional home.

To be most effective, the sustainable living movement has to concentrate on the individual home, and retrofitting is a big par of the equation, Reynolds said.

“If we continue to centralize, we won’t last long on this planet,” he said. “If we focus on the individual home, on each one, and solve problems on an individualized basis, then we’ve got a shot at sticking around for another 1,000 or so years,

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“We are an epicenter for eco building, with Taos being the birthplace of earthships,” she said. “I am proud to be part of the ‘green experience’ and to help people find the right home for them.”

Living green, she points out, doesn’t need to be hard, complicated or terribly expensive.

“That is a common misconception,” she said. “In fact, I’ve seen many places that are off the grid, and you wouldn’t even notice because everything runs so smoothly. There are many passive solar buildings with water conservation systems that work perfectly fine and reduce the house expenses to a minimum.”

Since green building is a small market, Lerner often ends up representing both buyers and sellers in the same transaction.

The queen of green Ellen Lerner | Realtor Profile

By Teresa Dovalpage

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reen homes and off-the-grid buildings are on the rise, but many realtors still face a challenge when trying to bring together ecominded buyers and sellers.

This is a specialized niche in the industry. In Taos, Ellen Lerner, of High Mountain Properties, is on a mission to connect “green consumers” with their dream homes and, at the same time, increase the public awareness about such properties.

“It’s not just about sustainability,” she said, “but also doing the right thing for the people and the planet.”

Coming full circle Lerner visited Taos for the first time when her mother, an artist, received a Wurlitzer fellowship in 1989.

“I can work with the two parties easily,” she said. “I act as a mediator and make sure that everybody gets taken care of.”

A matching game For Lerner, becoming a realtor was “a very conscious decision.”

“I choose this career because I like the independence that you enjoy as a real estate agent,” she said. “I feel very fortunate to have a wonderful broker, Paula Madappa. She is fiercely loyal and one of the hardest– working people I know. And she calls me the queen of green!”

Another aspect of real estate that attracted her is the fact that it consists mostly of problem solving, and Lerner enjoys that.

“You have to match the right people to the right home,” she said. “It’s like putting a puzzle together. In order to do that effectively, the realtor has to listen to her clients’ needs and make sure that they stay in their comfort zone.”

She realizes that that buying or selling a house is one of the most significant transactions people make in their lifetime.

“It impacts them greatly,” she said. “Living spaces have a great influence on their quality of life, so I do my best to find the place that makes my clients feel totally at home.”

To contact Lerner, visit www.highmountainproperty.com, call (575) 758-5852 or (575) 770-4140 or email ellen@highmountainproperty.com.

“We drove from Philadelphia together,” she said. “Once I recovered from the initial shock — Taos was so rural and different from any other place I’d seen before — I fell in love with the area and decided to stay for a year.”

Lerner ended up living here for several years, but eventually left to attend Santa Monica College of Design, Art and Architecture. She graduated and began to work as a decorative painter in California.

“Then I moved to Santa Fe and finally came back to Taos,” she said. “I completed the circle.”

She designed and built her own home and feels that her family is now “pretty entrenched here.” They wouldn’t dream of living anywhere else.

“That’s part of what makes it easier for me to sell property in Taos,” she said. “I enjoy showing my clients different kinds of houses and introducing them to neighborhoods with character. Here, homes are all different, unlike other cities where the architecture can be quite generic. Just look at the earthships and all the green buildings we have!”

A green niche Lerner has always been interested in energy efficiency and conservation.

No wonder green buildings and off-the-grid homes became her main focus in the local real estate market.

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7276 Highway 518 • Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 www.searchtaosrealestate.com

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inviting Adobe 3bd/2.5ba home renovated with several new touches including a Carmen Velarde Kiva fireplace. Many upgrades to make it inviting. $196,700 MlS#96906

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bring your own Menu And StArt your new buSineSS. Approx. 2000 sq. ft. All furniture, fixtures, and equipment with leasehold included.

CALL FOR MORE DETAILS $248,000 MlS#98067

looking for inveStMent ProPerty? Live-in single family home with approx. 1855 sq ft. And rent the tri-plex next door. Some work needed. Income potential. $290,000 MlS#97640

enjoy the views and quaint living in this 2bd/1ba condo with HOA amenities including water/sewer/trash service and snow removal. Single carport area. $143,800 MlS#97783

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION AND GREEN BUILDING FOR TAOS

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CASA ENCANTADA REALTY

7276 Highway 518, Ranchos de Taos, NM 87557 575-751-0013 O 575-770-0655 C 751-0275 F fishrman@newmex.com www.tedterryintaos.com

Ted Terry Qualifying Broker

Los Cordovas Riverfront Homes

New and beautiful: Rio Pueblo compound. Two homes 3bd/3ba and 3bd/2ba each 3200 sf. on 12 acres fronting the Rio Pueblo. The property includes water rights as well as a spring pond, 2 wells and 2 septic systems and both homes are set up for rainwater harvesting. High ceilings and two fireplaces grace the main house. Tile floors with radiant heating keep it cozy in the winter. . The property is totally landscaped with drip irrigation.

The guest home has two kitchen areas, an expansive studio as well as a spacious work shop. $1,495,000

End of the road retreat: 2240 square feet - 3bd/2ba home on 26 acres looking down on the Rio Pueblo. Dramatic views of Taos Mountain on the NE and pueblo land to the West. Saltillo tile and radiant floor heating accentuate the open floor plan. Sellers will consider selling the home on the river front acreage (app 13 acres).

If you desire peace and quiet this property is for you.

MLS# 96886 / $975,000

Rental Duo - Two 3 bedroom/ 2 bath homes with strong rental histories for sale.

Located in Ranchos de Taos and situated on .92 acre with surface water rights.

Purchase both or take your choice of the two.

MLS#s 96901 and 96902 Listed for $115,000 and $85,000

516 Calle Unida: Cute one bedroom, one bath home in Upper Ranchitos on .6 acre with water rights. Totally redone by the owner. Close to town but totally country. Private well and community sewer. MLS# 96346 / $165,000

Buy either or both! 2 lots in Des Montes Llano Mesa Tract - 24.76 Las Cordovas - Rio 2 or 4.08 acres. The 2 acre lot (w/ tele affordable acres suitable for Pueblo frontage with irrigation subdivision. Owner will consider +elec) fronts Hondo Seco Road and the rights. 7.25 acres, power phone financing part of the purchase price 4.08 acre tract is a secluded ridge top. and well on site. This land could Owners are motivated. with a good down payment. be farmed again as it once was.

MLS# 92122 / $169,000 MLS# 94778 / $148,500 Priced to sell.

MLS# 92118 / $122,000 MLS# 96159 / $193,000

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Country Club Lot 63 - 3.00 New Listings:- two 6.16 acre tracts acres on Baird Drive. Still the in Upper Colonias for sale. Adjacent Valencia Rd & running down lowest priced country club lot. totoSeco Creek. Water rights & river MLS# 81675/$79,000 frontage. Perfect for small organic farm or horse ranch. Tracts are 309’ Owner/Broker wide & 1000+’ long and share a well. 360º views abound.

MLS# 98204/98205 $190,000.00

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Specializing in Acreage, Ranches and Unique Homes GREENBELT ADJACENT Single level home with 2 beds, 2 baths, large kitchen, office/3rd bedroom, sewing room, sunroom/ greenhouse and 2-car garage.

Convenient to Monte Verde Lake, Country Club, golf course and ski area. $299,000

MLS 97314

MOUNTAIN MEADOW ESTATES NIGHTLY RENTAL 3 bedroom, 2 bath8 conventional Huge 8 bedroom, bath, 2 car construction off-site stick built garage investment opportunity! main home 1 bedroom, and Divided into with 5 sections, each can 1 bath, kitchen Preferred be rented nightly.

Each guest has house on 2.24± with kitchen, bath acres. and Both separate wood stoves. complete entrance (except Comes one). Ski-in/SkiwithViews!

10KW generator. out. $975,000 $275,000 MLS MLS95853 94206

GREENBELT ADJACENT Single level home with 2 beds, 2 baths, large kitchen, office/3rd bedroom, sewing room, sunroom/ greenhouse and 2-car garage.

Convenient to Monte Verde Lake, Country Club, golf course and ski area. $299,000

3 bedroom, 2 ¾ bath home with bonus room and 1-car garage on 0.5± acre lot. Master, living, kitchen, 2 baths and guest bedroom on upper level.

Bedroom, bath & bonus room on lower level. $235,000 MLS 98264 96885 MLS

MLS 96844 97306 MLS

SOUTHWEST CHARM 4 bedroom, 4½ bath, 3 living areas, gourmet kitchen and 3-car garage on 5 acres near Monte Verde Lake. Spectacular mountain views with great patios and decks. Landscaped.

Furnished. $1,199,000

MOUNTAIN GET-AWAY!

MOUNTAIN VAL VERDECHALET V HOME 43 bedroom, bath2-car homegarage with bedroom, 3½ 2 bath, 2-car attached custom Karstengarage homeon on1.7 1± acre acre parcel in the behind Chalets. Vietnam Ensuite in ValupVerde master with gas stove log Veteransbedroom Memorial.

Wood fireplace, pool tub and in kitchen whirl and fireplace in living in-floor heat in bath! area plus radiant forced air propane heat.

Furnished. $700,000 Views! $189,000 MLS 97016

GET-AWAY! SKIMOUNTAIN RUN CONDO ~ Unit A -7 located 32 bedroom, 22 1/2 ¾ bath unit home with at baseroom of ski Three decks, bonus andarea.

1-car garage on one facing slopes.living, One 0.5± acre lot.skiMaster, bedroom is2 a baths lockout.and Furnished kitchen, guest with washer/dryer but excluding bedroom on upper level. personal items. $210,000 Bedroom, bath & bonus room on lower level. $235,000

PASSIVE SOLAR CHALET SNOWFIRE ~ Unit 202B 42 bedroom, bath,condo 1-car located garage bedroom, 2¾ 2 bath home on 0.54± Located just three blocksacre fromlot.

Angel Fire between the AF Country Club and Ski Area.

Furnished (except Monte with W/D easy personalVerde items)Lake including access Hwy unit.

434. Passive Heated from storage Rental solar greenhouse freestandhistory available.area, $102,000 ing fireplace. $175,000

Stan Harrell, Qualifying Broker

PASSIVE SOLAR CHALET 4 bedroom, 2¾ bath, 1-car garage home on 0.54± acre lot. Located between the AF Country Club and Monte Verde Lake with easy access from Hwy 434. Passive solar greenhouse area, freestanding fireplace. $175,000 95640 MLS 97190

GREAT FAMILY HOME MOUNTAIN HOME 32 bedroom, 2 living bedroom,3 bath, 3 bath homeareas, with 2-car on on 1.33± acrelotlot. office garage and garage 1± acre in Wood stove in living area, the Val Verde II Subdivision. hot (by water baseboard heat.

Vaulted Vietnam Veterans Memorial). t&g knotty pine ceilings great Freshly painted and newincarpet. room suite. Loft used Two and storymaster storage/shop building. as office. $327,000 Owner/Broker $299,000 MLS MLS 95998 95716

STARLIGHT ~ Unit 12 GREEN VALLEY SUBDIVISION 32 bedroom, bedroom, 22bath bathcondo homelocated with just a short walkon from7.8± Angelacres Fire 2-car garage Skimiles Area. S Second floor unitBarn, with 10 of Angel Fire. patio views loafing shed, of hay Wheeler storage, Peak tack Wilderness area.

Furnished room and pipe panel fencing with and washer and $120,000views. round pen.dryer.

Mountain Horses allowed! $449,000

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3 bedroom, 2 bath P.O. home Box with49 2-car garage on 7.8± acres Angel Fire, NM 87710 10 miles S of Angel Fire. Barn, 575-377-2344/800-368-0753 loafing shed, hay storage, tack Fax room and pipe 575-377-3234 panel fencing and round pen. Mountain views. monteverde@newmex.com Horsesmonteverderealty.com allowed! $449,000 MLS MLS 95577 97530

SOUTHWEST ALPINE VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS 43 bedroom, home on 0.39± bedroom,2 bath 1 3/4 bath, single acre in AFhome Resort.

Spacious level lot modular in Val Verde, loft/game room.

Incredible views behind the Vietnam Veterans of Wheeler Peak area.

Memorial.

WoodWilderness burning stove City water & sewer.

Easy access. and LP forced air heat. Valley and Must see toviews. appreciate. $299,500 mountain $129,000

MLS 96090 94639

HOUSEVILLAS ON THE~HILL CHRISTI Unit 106 11 bedroom, ft. bedroom, 11 bath bath 1,375 groundsq.floor log home 2-car garage on condo withwith central forced air heat 16.96± acres off State room, Rd. 120 in and fireplace in living Fully the Black Lake area.

Big views of furnished except personal items.

Wheeler Peak Wilderness area.

Currently in rental pool. Close to Wood stoveSki and in-floor radiant Angel Fire Area. $44,500 heat. South exposure. $372,000

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MLS 97306

MOUNTAIN MEADOW ESTATES

3 bedroom, 2 bath conventional construction off-site stick built main home with 1 bedroom, and 1 bath, kitchen Preferred guest house on 2.24± acres. Both with wood stoves. Comes complete with 10KW generator. $275,000

VAL VERDE V HOME 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-car garage custom Karsten home on 1± acre in Val Verde behind Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Wood stove in kitchen and fireplace in living area plus forced air propane heat.

Views! $189,000

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MLS 97016

MLS 94206

SKI RUN CONDO ~ Unit A -7 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath unit located at base of ski area. Three decks, one facing ski slopes. One bedroom is a lockout. Furnished with washer/dryer but excluding personal items. $210,000

MOUNTAIN HOME 2 bedroom, 3 bath home with office and garage on 1± acre lot in the Val Verde II Subdivision. (by Vietnam Veterans Memorial).

Freshly painted and new carpet.

Two story storage/shop building. $299,000

SNOWFIRE ~ Unit 202B 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo located just three blocks from Angel Fire Ski Area. Furnished (except personal items) including W/D Heated storage unit. Rental history available. $102,000

STARLIGHT ~ Unit 12 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo located just a short walk from Angel Fire Ski Area. Second floor unit with patio views of Wheeler Peak Wilderness area. Furnished with washer and dryer. $120,000

VIEWS, VIEWS, VIEWS 3 bedroom, 1 3/4 bath, single level modular home in Val Verde, behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Wood burning stove and LP forced air heat. Valley and mountain views. $129,000

MLS 94639

CHRISTI VILLAS ~ Unit 106 1 bedroom, 1 bath ground floor condo with central forced air heat and fireplace in living room, Fully furnished except personal items.

Currently in rental pool. Close to Angel Fire Ski Area. $44,500

WHEELER VIEW SUBDIVISION

3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2-car garage home on 1± acre located 3 miles east of blinking light at Hwy 64 and SR 434. Lennox Elite LP furnace with Sierra wood burning stove. New propanel roof in 2015.

Easy access. $182,000 MLS 97210

AF MOBILE HOME ESTATES

3 bedroom, 2 bath unfurnished mobile home with walk-in closets. Storage shed and 10’ x 12’ shop. Views. On-demand tankless hot water. High efficiency Lennox heating with Nest WiFi thermostat. $116,000 Reduced

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MLS 97937

MLS 96565

MLS 95245

MLS 95349

USE ON THE HILL om, 1 bath 1,375 sq. ft. e with 2-car garage on acres off State Rd. 120 in k Lake area. Big views of Peak Wilderness area. tove and in-floor radiant uth exposure. $372,000

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EAST ROBERT MUTZ RANCH 4,000± acres located approx. 4 miles north of Eagle Nest, NM. Abundant timber resources, close to Red River & Eagle Nest. 79 landowner elk permits allocated; 25 either sex, 46 antlerless and 8 either sex bow. Big views! $16,000,000

CHATA CANYON RANCH 1,156± acres located approx 13 miles east of Wagon Mound on NM Hwy 120. Original adobe house and barn but uninhabitable w/o power or water. Phone and power at Hwy 120. $751,400

VALLEY HIGH RANCH 295.755± acres located north of Angel Fire off US Hwy 64. Valley and mountain views. Cieneguilla Creek flows through part of property.

Ideal for subdividing. Public road access. $795,000 Owner/Broker

GOLD RANCH 282.7± acres located south of Angel Fire with approx 0.6 miles of Hwy 120 frontage. New barn/bunkhouse.

Utilities installed on-site. Two RV pads with hook-ups. 5 elk tags. $1,750,000

LER VIEW SUBDIVISION

om, 2 bath, 2-car garage n 1± acre located 3 miles blinking lightMLS at Hwy 64 95777 434. Lennox Elite LP with Sierra wood burning ew propanel roof in 2015. ess. $182,000

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ACREAGE IN RED RIVER 67.25± acres located approx 9 miles south of Red River completely BILE HOME ESTATES surrounded om, 2 bath unfurnished by Carson National home with Forest. walk-in clos2 bed, 2 bath log cabin age shed and 10’ x 12’ included.

Incredible views! Many ews. On-demand tankless possibilities! $975,000

ater. High efficiency heating with Nest WiFi at. $116,000 Reduced

A-BAR RANCH 548.44± acres in Ocate, NM. 3 adobe homes, horse & pole barn, outdoor pavilion w/deck overlooking Manueles Creek, ponds, 9 elk permits. Great hunting/horse property. $1,300,000

DEER RUN 2 - 40± acre and 1 - 34.5±.acre parcels located approx 8 miles south of Angel Fire Resort. Very private location with amazing mountain views. Deed restricted. $207,000 to $260,000

AMERICAN CREEK PROPETIES

12.45± acre parcel located in next to Eagle Nest School. Valley and mountain views. $150,000 20± acres west of Hwy 64 near south end of Eagle Nest Lake. Great views. $160,000

NTE VERDE REALTY, MLS 98288

MLS 96478

COYOTE RIDGE SUBDIVISION

10± acres located 10 miles south of Angel Fire just off Hwy 434.

This subdivision consists of 5 3+ acre lots in Black Lake Resorts, a gated community.

Great views & private fishing pond. Owner/Broker $199,000 MLS 94480

MLS 96978/9

AGUA FRIA ESTATES 5+ acres with access by Angel Fire maintained road. Nice level acreage. Zoned for mixed use by Angel Fire Village. Good views of ski area and surrounding mountains. $80,000

MLS 78915

MLS 93965

VAL VERDE V 10± acres located above the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

These 10± acres have been platted into 20 - 1/2 acre lots. Three wells on property. Valley and mountain views. $375,000

PONDEROSA MEADOWS 7.3± acres located approx 7 miles south of Angel Fire Resort. It is a combination of alpine meadow and ponderosa pine. Easy year round access. Deed restricted. $75,000

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HALO ESTATES 4.3± and 5.4± acres located just north of Angel Fire Village.

Underground power and phone to lot. Incredible mountain and valley views. No Resort dues. $73,000 and $91,000

RESORT ADJACENT 49+ acres adjacent to NM State land and Valley of the Utes.

Mainly alpine meadow with some tree cover. Historic log cabin, hand dug well and seasonal creek.

Elk permits available $525,000

MLS 97258/9

CHAMISA ESTATES Two parcels - 2.37± acres each.

One has well and septic installed.

Second lot has well share agreement but will need septic system.

Close to Village and Resort but no Resort dues. $35,000 each

MLS 97860

TIERRA del CIELO 7.37± acres located off of Hwy 434 near the Moreno Valley High School. Close to power and phone. Great views of Wheeler Peak Wilderness, Moreno Valley and Angel Fire Ski area! $37,500

MLS 97014

TAOS TRIANGLE Over 1/2 mile of frontage on NM Hwy 68, south of Taos. Close to Taos Country Club, National Guard armory and University of NM - Taos campus. Views.

Owner/Broker $1,200,000

MLS 98125

10 ACRES IN BLACK LAKE This beautiful 10 acre parcel has several nice building sites.

Located approx. 13.5 miles south of Angel Fire. Year round access with frontage on NM Hwy 120.

Shed with sleeping arrangements, power, septic & well. $140,000

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Get to Know the enchanted circle

The Enchanted Circle encompasses Taos, Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Red River and Questa. Known for its magnificent scenery and outdoor activities, the Enchanted Circle makes an outstanding day trip. Drive time is approximately 3 1/2 hours, but make plans for frequent stops along the way. It’s worth the extra time to discover the hidden treasures of Northern New Mexico.

Town of Taos Taos Plaza rests at the heart of the historic district, surrounded by shops, galleries and restaurants within easy walking distance, in the midst of quiet residential areas. It has a relatively flat landscape filled with cottonwood trees.

Average home sale price: $254,896

BlueBerry Hill An area of sagebrush mesas, which is a popular area for houses.

Average home sale price: $288,125

upper las Colonias A varied area of sagebrush and juniper, with easy access to the town of Taos and affordable home options.

Average home sale price: $337,265

arroyo Hondo, Hondo Mesa A village of old adobes and other dwellings along the Río Hondo, with a rolling high desert mesa stretching toward the Río Grande Gorge. Includes popular fishing spots, as well as the historic John Dunn Bridge.

Average home sale price: $240,481

arroyo seCo, el salTo, des MonTes Arroyo Seco is a picturesque village of galleries, shops and cafes, surrounded by the beautiful landscape and gorgeous views of the mountains. El Salto and Des Montes have rolling terrain with orchards and ranches.

Arroyo Seco average home sale price: $375,181 El Salto average home sale price: $415,600 Des Montes average home sale price: $399,358

Taos ski Valley, Valdez Taos Ski Valley is world renowned with both national and international clientele. Most of the businesses are open year-round for outdoor enthusiasts of every season. Valdez sits at the foot of the canyon accessing Taos Ski Valley, providing high-altitude living amidst woodlands and valleys along the Río Hondo.

TSV average home sale price: $410,666 TSV average condo sale price: $315,620 Valdez average home sale price: $236,633

Taos Canyon, Cañón This area is replete with hiking trails and campgrounds.

Picturesque views of the mountainsides and the Río Fernando combine to form a lush, green landscape.

Taos Canyon average home sale price: $167,777 Cañón average home sale price: $287,200

Taos CounTry CluB, sTakeouT area A relatively new area of development with broad expanses of land affording unbroken mountain views, as well as the piñon-and-juniper covered “Outlaw Hill,” where Old West outlaws hid out from the law.

Average home sale price: $342,444

ranCHos de Taos, Talpa, llano QueMado Home of the most photographed church in the country (San Francisco de Asís), Ranchos de Taos is accented with quaint adobe structures, galleries and shops. High terrain and ridges afford views of the Río Grande Gorge and mountains.

Average home sale price: $199,684

weiMer fooTHills An upscale neighborhood of rolling hills, it is close to schools, Holy Cross Hospital and the Taos Youth and Family Center. Building restrictions keep mountain and foothill views relatively unbroken.

Average home sale price: $354,163

el prado, ranCHiTos, CórdoVas El Prado is comprised of meadows and ranch lands with small shops, cafes and other businesses along the highway. Ranchitos and Los Córdovas are similar but more residential. All have excellent views of Taos Mountain.

El Prado average home sale price: $256,666 Ranchitos average home sale price: $350,400 Los Córdovas average home sale price: $245,452

Valle esCondido Nestled in the mountains only 20 minutes east of Taos, Valle Escondido offers spectacular views, USGA golf, stocked fishing lakes, swimming pool and playground and community social life at the historic log clubhouse, all enjoyed by full-and part-time homeowners, with community water and household trash removal included. Valle Escondido is surrounded by the Carson National Forest, offering year-round recreation: hiking, hunting, camping, mountain biking, ATV trails and winter sports.

A wide variety of homes can be found in Valle Escondido with an approximate starting price of $200,000.

angel fire Cradled in the beautiful Moreno Valley, Angel Fire is a favorite destination for skiers in the winter and golfers, hikers and music lovers in the summer.

Average home sale price: $381,170

red riVer This historic ski town invites visitors to explore its Wild West history along with its many shops and restaurants.

Surrounded by the Carson National Forest, the village rests in a valley, with the Red River running through it.

Average home sale price: $310,350

QuesTa An agricultural town at the mouth of the Red River, with a compact downtown of shops and restaurants and a variety of rural housing tucked between the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Río Grande Gorge.

Average home sale price: $176,375

Joel Schantz, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Taos Real Estate (www.BHHSTaosRealEstate.com), provided the information. DISCLAIMER: Statistics are based on MLS information for the period Jan. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Neither the REALTORS Association of New Mexico nor Taos County Association of REALTORS guarantees or is in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data is maintained by Taos County Association of REALTORS and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

taos County aos Coun To Community Profile

The boundaries of Taos County stretch from the Colorado border on the north to the Cañon del Río Grande on the south. Containing 2,203 square miles, the 7,000-foot high Taos valley is bounded in the east by soaring Sangre de Cristos of the southern Rockies, and in west by the lower Tusas Range. The terrain crosses a half-dozen ecological zones, from highalpine tundra to sage grasslands; thus, weather is often localized. The Río Grande carves a deep gorge down the center of the valley, which is dotted with old volcanic cones and necks.

Tribal members of Picuris Pueblo have lived above the Río Pueblo near Peñasco for centuries. Taos Pueblo is the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the United States and the northernmost of the 19 Río Grande Pueblos. Pueblo history traces back some 1,000 years – centuries before the first Europeans arrived in the late 1500s. These conquistadors claimed the land for Spain, and soon Spanish and Mexican land grantees settled in the Taos area. Ancestral acequias still divert water from seven watersheds along the Sangre de Cristo front into pastures, fields and orchards.

Roughly 50 percent of Taos County’s 1,444,480 acres is federal land, primarily U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management. About 38 percent of the county is private. Native Americans own 4.3 percent, and state lands make up 6.7 percent. Federal lands accommodate hiking, backpacking, mountain biking, ATV and snowmobiling, hunting and fishing. Golfers tee off at Taos Country Club and Valle Escondido; skiers and snowboarders carve up Taos Ski Valley and Sipapu Ski Area.

Government jobs predominate in the local economy and, in the last several decades, tourism has replaced agriculture as a primary economic driver. Real estate and home construction provide revenues and jobs.

Visitors come to experience the tri-cultural atmosphere, the hundred-mile views and adobe stylings – and many return for good. The county is home to a significant number of retirees, many of whom have already purchased second homes. It is also home to several offthe-grid communities west of the Río Grande, including the Earthships of the Greater World Community.

towns, Villages & settlements

Incorporated (population): Taos (5,766), Questa (1,769), Red River (482), Taos Ski Valley (69)

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Unincorporated: Amalia, Arroyo Seco, Costilla, Ojo Caliente, Pilar, Peñasco, Ranchos de Taos, Talpa, Tres Piedras, Valdez Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

PoPulation Estimated 2012 population: 33,114 Source: U.S. Census Bureau; UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research

Pueblos

Taos Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor with nine members, war chief with 12 members, all serving one-year terms: www.taospueblo.com Picuris Pueblo: Sovereign government, governor serves two-year term: www.newmexico.org/picuris

workforCe statistiCs (2013) Civilian labor force: 14,747 Employed: 13,322 Unemployed: 1,425 Unemployment Rate: 9.7 percent Source: Department of Workforce Solutions

Total registered voters: 24,302 Democrats: 16,654 Republicans: 3,110 Declined to state: 3,641 Other: 897 Source: Bureau of Elections

agriCulture

Number of farms: 637 Total farmland: 456,932 acres Average size: 717 acres Market value of ag products sold: $5,992,000 (61 percent livestock, 39 percent crops) Largest crops: Cattle/calves, hay/alfalfa Source: National Agricultural Statistics Service (2007)

samPle of rental PriCes (all prices are approximate)

Small one-bedroom apartment near Plaza: $620-650 Two-bedroom adobe, Talpa: $810 Mid-range two-bedroom house, El Prado: $865 Two-bedroom condo with courtyard, Taos: $970 Three-bedroom house, Blueberry Hill: $1,245-1,350 Source: Kokopelli Property Management

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Community Profile

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Taos Puebloans inhabited the sage-piñon-juniper mountain front for several centuries before Spanish explorers arrived around 1600. Soon, Spanish settlers returned, armed with land grant decrees from the king. The central plaza became the hub of activity and the site of conflicts — often bloody — between the Spanish, natives and late-arriving Americans.

Long isolated from the outside world, Taos began to grow in the 1960s with an influx of hippies to nearby communes, and continues to this day with young ski bums and rafters, and older retirees.

PubliC reCreation faCilities

The 5.4 square miles of the incorporated town of Taos spread out beneath the shadow of Pueblo Peak (12,305), bounded roughly by the Río Lucero on the north and Río Grande de Ranchos on the south. At 7,000 feet in elevation, Taos experiences winter lows in the single digits and summer highs in the low-90s.

Commercial activity centers on the Plaza area and along north and south ends of Paseo del Pueblo, the main thoroughfare. A popular home for Southwest artists, Taos boasts dozens of galleries, boutiques and craft shops – plus renowned studio tours, and art and crafts festivals. Dozens of restaurants serve up all variety of cuisine; the Northern New Mexico chilesauce dishes are renowned. Just south of town in Ranchos de Taos sits San Francisco de Asís Catholic Church, reputed to be the most-photographed church in America. The Catholic influence can be seen in the cemeteries, roadside descansos, and neighborhood churches called capillas and moradas. The locals speak a patois of Castilian Spanish and English. As the county seat, Taos is home to the county government and district courts. The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have a strong presence in town.

On the outskirts of town, pastures, fields and gardens irrigated by ancestral acequias, extend out from the rivers and streams.

PoPulation

Estimated Taos 2014: 5,766 Source: U.S. Census Bureau ; UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research;

taxes

Gross Receipts Tax: 8.1875 percent Lodgers Tax: 5.00 percent Residential Tax Rate: 14.328 mills (depending on location) Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

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Taos Municipal School District: Taos Municipal School District: Ranchos Elementary, Enos García Elementary, Arroyos del Norte Elementary, Taos Middle School, Taos High School, Chrysalis Alternative School, Taos Charter School, Anansi Charter School, Taos Cyber Magnet, Vista Grande High School; Taos Integrated School for the Arts, Taos Academy Charter School, Taos Waldorf School; Taos International School; University of New Mexico-Taos, University of New Mexico Bachelor & Graduate Programs

General: Taos Youth and Family Center, www.taosyouth.com, (575)758-4160, with game room, video games, swimming pool, ice rink; Fred Baca Park, Kit Carson Park Hiking/Biking: Carson National Forest, www. fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; Bureau of Land Management, Taos Field Office, (575) 758-8851; Ute Mountain and Río Grande del Norte National Monument; popular trails include Devisadero Loop, South Boundary Trail, Rim Trail Athletics: Taos Eco-Park (soccer, lacrosse)

form of goVernment Mayor and four-member town council, staggered four-year terms; town manager; www.taosgov.com

PubliC transPortation Chile Line: local and area service, (575) 751-4459, www.taosgov.com/transportation/chile-line.php; North Central Regional Transit District: regional service, (505) 629-4725, www.ncrtd.org Taos Regional Airport: general aviation (575) 758-4995, www.taosairport.org

health serViCes Holy Cross Hospital, (575) 758-8883, www.taoshospital.org; Taos Urgent Care, (575) 751-1006 Taos VA Clinic, (575) 751-0328 Women’s Health Institute, (575) 758-5001

driVing distanCes

Santa Fe: 70 miles | Albuquerque: 131 miles Denver: 287 miles | Dallas: 674 miles Phoenix: 595 miles

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RE TAOS AOS SKI VALLEY SKI VA Your Taos Ski Valley Specialist!

COmmunITY PrOfILE

Taos Ski Valley sits at the head of the Rio Hondo Canyon, surrounded by Carson National Forest in what is known as the La Cal Basin. The state’s highest peak, Wheeler Peak (13,167), rises to the east, and the ridge off Kachina Peak (12,481) sets the western boundary. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s.

POPuLATIOn

Estimated Taos Ski Valley 2014: 69 year-round; up to 4,000 seasonal (winter)

Luxurious nEW condos in taos ski vaLLEy!

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Beautiful architecture featuring scenic balconies with OUTSTANDING VIEWS. Most attractive building in neighbor-hood that makes the neighbors property look better. GREAT LOCATION! Just two minutes from the slopes, shops, restaurants and other establishments; but also TUCKED AWAY from the hustle and bustle. Quality construction with granite counter tops, beautiful stone work, custom cabinets and gas fireplaces. Low HOA dues makes this new project very attractive.

Special pricing on two units.

Gross Receipts Tax Rate: 8.6875 percent Lodgers Tax Rate: 5 percent Residential Property Tax: 20.070 mills Sources: UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

The economy of the area is dominated by Taos Ski Valley, a world-class winter sports mountain SChOOLS/hIghEr Ed that is known for its steep trails and an average None; area within Taos Municipal School District of 300 inches of snowfall. The basin first attracted settlement when gold and copper were discovered PubLIC rECrEATIOn fACILITIES in the early 1900s.

Hiking/Mountain Biking/X-C: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, Founders Ernie and Rhoda Blake put up the first (575) 758-6200; popular trails include Williams ski lift in 1956 and, until 2013, the family owned Lake Trail, Bull ‘O The Woods Trail, Gold Hill Trail, the resort. In 2013, the family sold the mountain Yerba Canyon Trail, Gavilan Canyon Trail and facilities to former hedge fund manager Louis Fishing: Rio Hondo, Lake Fork Bacon, who has begun upgrades and renovations including the new Kachina Peak lift.

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The base area, at 9,200 feet elevation, includes day and overnight facilities. The mountain has 15 lifts and 110 trails, with a total vertical drop of more than 3,000 feet. Typically, about 250,000 skiers and snowboarders (admitted in 2010) hit the slopes every year. Other winter activities include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country and back-country skiing, and tubing. In the summer, the main chairlift takes hikers, mountain bikers and sightseers to midmountain.

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Source: U.S. Census Bureau; Village of Taos Ski Valley Master Plan

Mayor and four-member village council, staggered four-year terms; village administrator

MLS# 91263 .......Unit 101 .........$399,000 ............1Br $319.72 monthly dues

MLS# 91264 .......Unit 102 .........$399,000 ...........*1Br $311.96 monthly dues

! .........$529,000 ...........*2Br MLS# 91266 .......Unit D201 SOL $395.15 monthly dues ! .........$499,000 ............2Br MLS# 91267........Unit D202 SOL $395.15 monthly dues MLS# 91268 .......Unit 302 .........$499,900 ............2Br $364.49 monthly dues

MLS# 91270 .......Unit 402 .........$439,000 ............1Br $332.06 monthly dues

PubLIC TrAnSPOrTATIOn

Taos Chile Line www.taosgov.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only) Taos Express Winter Shuttle www.TaosExpress.com (575) 751-4459 (Winter Only) TSV daily shuttle to Santa Fe and Albuquerque airports, (800) 776-1111 (Winter Only)

The Village of Taos Ski Valley, incorporated in 1996, hEALTh SErVICES encompasses 2.3 square miles in the valley and Mogul Medical Urgent Care, open during administers municipal services, such as water, ski season only; www.mogulmedical.com, (575) 776-8421. sewer and police.

drIVIng dISTAnCES

Taos: 19 miles | Santa Fe: 87 miles Albuquerque: 149 miles | Denver: 297 miles Oklahoma City: 543 miles | Dallas: 693 miles

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ED RIVER RED RIVER ALLEY CommunIty PRofIlE

The town of Red River nestles along the Red River, a mountain tributary to the Río Grande. The settlement sits at 8,750 feet elevation, surrounded by Carson National Forest and the Sangre de Cristo mountains. The climate is montane and alpine, with winter lows below zero and summer highs in the 70s. Thunderstorms often roll through on summer afternoons.

Gold miners first settled the area in the mid-1800s.

These days, the local economy relies upon winter tourists who ski and snowboard, and summer tourists who come to hike, mountain bike, drive ATVs and relax in the cool temperatures. Some 1,200 seasonal homes house many of these visitors. Red River Ski Area rises to the south of town with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet.

The mountain includes 58 trails and six lifts on 290 acres, and typically attracts more than 120,000 ticketbuyers in a winter season. In the summer, lifts run for mountain bikers, hikers and sightseers.

For a fee, wintertime enthusiasts can explore the 21 miles of groomed skiing and snowshoeing trails at Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski and Snowshoe Area, located three miles east of town. In town, private rental services lease out snowmobiles and ATVs, and trail riding on horses is a popular summer activity.

The town of Red River administers municipal services for residents, visitors and nearly 200 businesses in the community. The town hosts a number of popular summertime events, beginning with the Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally that typically attracts more than 20,000 motorcyclists for the long weekend.

PoPulatIon

Estimated Red River 2013: 482 year-round; approx. 4,000 seasonal Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; Red River Comprehensive Plan

taxEs

Gross Receipts Tax: 8.4375 percent Lodgers Tax: 5 percent Residential Tax Rate: 13.337-19.479 mills (depending on location)

sChools/hIghER ED

Questa Independent School District: Red River Valley Charter School, Questa Elementary, Questa Middle School, Questa High School, Cimarrón School District: Eagle Nest Elementary, Eagle Nest Middle School, Cimarrón High School, Moreno Valley High School

PublIC RECREatIon faCIlItIEs General: Brandenburg Park, Woerndle Park, Mallette Park,

Hiking/Biking/ATV-Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; popular trails including Red River Nature Trail, Columbine Trail, Sawmill Park Trail, Middlefork Trail, Goose Creek Trail Fishing: Red River; Town Ponds

foRm of goVERnmEnt

Mayor/town council and town administrator, with mayor and four councilors serving four-year, staggered terms; www.redriver.org, (575) 754-2277

PublIC tRansPoRtatIon

Red River Miner’s Transit: free year-round service, with door-to-door service, redriver.org/ public-transit, (575) 770-5959; town-operated heliport ; North Central Regional Transportation District (NCRTD): free year-round service, twice daily connection with Questa-Taos route.

hEalth sERVICEs

Main Street Medical Clinic, 421 East Main St., (575) 754-6330: Family health and urgent care.

UltiMed Clinic (winter only), urgent care, in Lift House building of the Red River Ski Area, 200 A Pioneer Road; ultimed.com/pages/red.html, (575) 754-1773

DRIVIng DIstanCEs

Taos: 36 miles | Santa Fe: 106 miles Albuquerque: 165 miles | Denver: 275 miles Dallas: 648 miles | Oklahoma City: 511 miles

Source: UNM Bureau of Business and Economic Research; Taos County Assessor’s Office

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ngel Fire anGel fire Community Profile

Angel Fire is located at an elevation of 8,382 feet in the high Moreno Valley of Colfax County. The climate mirrors the Rocky Mountain setting that includes some of the highest peaks in New Mexico. About 210 inches of snow typically fall on Angel Fire in the winter, and average temperatures range between zero and 30 degrees. Summertime highs rarely exceed 80 degrees, with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cool off midday temperatures.

Surrounded by U.S. National Forest and private ranches, the incorporated Village of Angel Fire covers 18,450 acres. The village includes the general aviation Colfax County Airport and the Angel Fire Ski & Golf Resort, a private membership community overseen by the Association of Angel Fire Property Owners. The resort has more than a thousand private homes, a 500acre ski and snowboard mountain, a championship golf course, country club, fishing lake and other amenities for member-landowners. Non-members can pay to use most resort facilities.

A favored hunting ground for the Utes, the Moreno Valley grew in the 1860s with the discovery of gold.

Ranching dominated the local scene until the 1960s, when the first ski runs of Angel Fire Resort were cut on Aqua Fria Peak. Tourism fuels the local economy, although several large working ranches still operate in the area.

PoPulation

Estimated Angel Fire 2014: 1,141 year-round; approx. 2,000 summer Source: U.S. Census Bureau; UNM Bureau of Business & Economic Research; local Realtors

taxes Gross Receipts Tax: 7.7708 percent Lodger’s Tax: 5.00 percent Sports & Recreation Fee: 2.4 percent Residential Tax Rate: 17.471-22.306 mills

sChools

Cimarrón Municipal School District: Cimarrón Elementary/Middle School; Eagle Nest Elementary/ Middle School; Cimarrón High School; Moreno Valley High School

PubliC reCreation faCilities

Hiking/Biking/Snowmobiling: Carson National Forest, www.fs.usda.gov/carson, (575) 758-6200; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal; popular trails including Sendoro and Bobcat Trails; Elliott Barker Trail Complex; Greenbelt Trails; Oeste Vista; Lake and Lady Slipper Trails Fishing: Eagle Nest Lake State Park, (575) 377-1594; Cimarrón State Park, (575) 377-6271; Valle Vidal.

Athletics: Angel Fire Sports Complex – soccer, softball, rugby

form of Government

Village Council with four members and mayor, four-year, staggered terms: www.angelfirenm.gov

PubliC transPortation None

health serviCes

Moreno Valley Health Care Clinic 11 Elliott Barker Road No. A (575) 377-3301 UltiMed Clinic Ski Patrol Building Angel Fire Ski Resort (open in winter only) (575) 377-1805

DrivinG DistanCes Santa Fe: 92 miles Albuquerque: 154 miles Denver: 295 miles Dallas: 659 miles

Source: N.M. Dept. of Revenue; Colfax County Assessor’s Office

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Price Comparison | here and there Living in season Enjoy seasonal living any time of the year. Compare these ideal properties where summer, winter, spring and fall each have their own unique appeal.

Taos, NM

EasT HaMPToN, NY

$1,450,000

$5,495,000

4100 sq. ft., 10.10 acres MLS 98103

4500 sq. ft., 3.62 acres MLS 45817

This extraordinary home combines an elegant floor plan and magnificent views to create an exceptional environment.

Cradled against the backdrop of the Picuris Mountains with the majestic Sangre de Cristos rising to the east, this property offers spectacular outdoor living areas; it capitalizes on the same exquisite views from indoors. The central courtyard may be accessed from either wing of the house or from the common rooms, which feature extra-tall coved ceilings.

The kitchen has high-end appliances and finishes plus a breakfast nook. The den has a corner kiva fireplace and opens on to a patio with stunning views. The home includes a rec room; built-in hot tub; club room; regulation tennis, volleyball, and bocce ball courts; attached heated oversized two-car garage; central air conditioning; and complete security system.

Chic and privately situated, this home has soaring ceilings, floor-to-ceiling glass walls, and limestone floors, all superbly done with a clean, modern sensibility. Great room with fireplace, gorgeous eat-in kitchen and dining areas that open on to a large deck. The media room and bar open on to a stunning bluestone dining patio and barbecue area. All bedrooms are comfortable and special: the master suite with fireplace overlooking the water and four private guest suites.

Subterranean temperature-controlled wine cellar/tasting room. Larger boats can tie up to one of two moorings and dinghy in to the state-of-the-art retractable dock. Clay tennis court, heated pool and spa. Landscaped grounds accented with stacked stone walls, beautiful trees and outdoor lighting.

CoNTaCT: Page sullivan Page sullivan Group Coldwell Banker Lota Realty, Inc. Telephone: (575) 758-7890 page@taoshomepage.com

CoNTaCT: Mala sander Corcoran Group Real Estate Telephone: (631) 899-0108 mala.sander@corcoran.com www.Corcoran.com

Magical Custom Hacienda in El Mirador 4BR/3BA

www.TaosRealEstate.com

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TAOS PARADE OF HOMES TO BENEFIT R HUMANITY OF T ITAT FO AOS B A H

Welcome to the Taos Parade of Homes!

We are proud to offer beautiful homes of distinction peppered throughout Taos. Whether it’s your goal to be inspired, find a new home, be up on the latest trends, or you just have a passion for architecture and interior design then we believe you will find this year’s tour to be exceptional. From spectacular villas, to classic Pueblo style homes tucked away off the beaten path, this tour has it all. And remember, every home on the tour is currently on the market to be sold.

Plus, throughout the tour, you can enjoy wonderful culinary delights from Taos’ finest restaurants.

Tickets are available at all the Taos Real Estate offices, The Taos News and Habitat for Humanity of Taos office and the Habitat ReStore. Call 758.7827 for more information.

Saturday, July 9, 2016 $ 20.00 10:00 am - 3:00 pm All proceeds from this event will benefit Habitat for Humanity of Taos

GET on the good list HOW TO get your event listed on the hottest calendar in taos 01 VISIT TAOSNEWS.COM 02 Click menu: CALENDAR » ADD EVENT 03 Create NEW account or log-in to add your event to the calendar.

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Current Happenings in Taos Real Estate

RE/MAX sElls 1 hoME EvERy 42 sEconds!

Mountain Realty Each Office Independently Owned & Operated

www.taosmls.com remax@newmex.com 575-758-5400

Linda Valaika, Associate Broker

COMPARISON OF 2015 - 2016 REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY January 1, 2016 - April 30, 2016 2016 2015 % of change Residential Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Land Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

47 349,000 16,400,000

61 265,000 16,155,000

-.23% .32% .02%

Current Residential Properties Average Listed Price Volume

17 63,800 1,085,000

13 120,000 1,558,000

.31% -.47% -.30%

Current Land Listings Average Listed Price Volume

0 0 0

3 335,000 1,005,000

2 220,000 440,000

2 397,500 795,000

Multi-Family Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold Commercial Sold Properties Average Sold Price Volume Sold

CURRENT REAL ESTATE ACTIVITY

0 -45% -45%

212 $517,832 $110,000,000 358 $161,109 $57,677,000

Current Multi-Family Listing Average Listed Price Volume

6 $347,000 $2,082,000

Current Commercial Listings Average Listed Price Volume

35 $645,000 $22,557,000

RATES ARE GOING UP. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE RATES WHILE YOU STILL CAN Fixed Interest Rates Loan Amount Monthly Payment* $200,000 $940.00 30 year Fixed Rate 3.875% $200,000 $1,393.00 15 year Fixed Rate 3.125% 5 year Adj. Rate

3.125%

$200,000

$857.00

*Rates quoted represent average rates without points and vary depending on credit score, loan size, and loan to value on conventional loans.

These statistics were obtained through data available from Taos County Board of Realtors. Rates provided courtesy of Wells Fargo Mortgage.

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203 Las Olas Drive Taos NM 87571 – For Sale $224,800 203 Las Olas Drive Taos NM 87571 – For Sale $224,800

Under construction Pueblo Style Home in the Town of Taos.

Under construction in the Town Taos.

City water & sewer,Pueblo NaturalStyle gas, Home Curb and gutter, allofunder City water & sewer, Natural gas, Curb andRadiant gutter, all under ground utilities, paved streets, sidewalks. floor heat ground utilities, paved streets, sidewalks.

Radiant floor heat with a combination high efficient instant super condensing with combination high efficient instant super boileraSystem, Energy Star rated Windows, 2x6condensing framing boiler EnergyR-22, Star rated framing walls, System, wall Insulation ceilingWindows, R-42, Tile2x6 floors all walls, R-22,forceiling R-42, Tilerooms, floorsexterior all roomswall and Insulation closets, Wired Internet to all rooms closets, Wired for tape Internet all rooms, exterior stucco and plaster, interior walls andtotexture, ceiling fans, stucco plaster, interior walls tape and texture, ceiling fans, water line for ice maker, stainless steal kitchen sink, cast water forcustom ice maker, stainless steal wood kitchendoors sink,(raised cast iron tubline with ceramic tile, solid iron tubLow withVOC custom solid wood doorsgarbage (raised panel), Paint,ceramic Washertile, & Dryer hook ups, panel), Low VOC Paint, Washermost & Dryer hook ups, garbage disposal, This Home includes of the basic features, disposal, This available.

Home includes most of the basic features, other options other options available.

MLS# 98150 $224,800 MLS# 98150 $224,800 For more information: For more information: 505-577-0000 505-577-0000 IgnacioMontano.com IgnacioMontano.com Lic.#13863 Lic.#13863 Info@landhomes.net Info@landhomes.net

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Market Share by Harvey Blaustein

Choosing to live green While I like some shades of green, I must say that the word, rather than the color, has so many meanings when seen through the prism of environmentalism. In my view and experience, there are as many degrees of commitment to the cause as there are shades of the color.

For years now, we all have wrestled with our consciences and how we relate to the earth. Most of us are aware that the lighter we tread, the fewer footprints we leave, and the better it will be for us and for future generations. But how much we are willing to do, how much we are willing to sacrifice, or pay, to be a good citizen of the universe is another issue. In my world, folks are committed to the cause up until the point it reaches their wallets. Most people just don’t want it to cost more to live in harmony with the land.

Many here in Taos recycle. That is a part of making better use of our resources and trying to slow the pace by which our landfills become overwhelmed. That doesn’t cost much unless you buy some baskets or buckets to hold your recyclables. Most will go that far. Taos is a good recycling community, especially when you realize we don’t get that stuff picked up. We need to deliver it, which isn’t the case in many larger cities – Denver, for example.

Considering the orientation of your home, if you are building one, is another easy way to be green. Using the sun to help heat your interior spaces makes sense. And we are blessed with abundant sunshine.

There is no real cost to using that south face for warmth and light, and it actually will save money to the owner or user.

Then consider building materials. Some say adobe is very green, coming from the earth — made of straw, mud and water. Others look to steel and see that as the ultimate recyclable, as one literally can melt down something to make something else. But there aren’t too many steel homes here. (Disclosure: My son and daughter-in-law live in such a home in Hondo.) Or straw bale. Or an earthship, which is a creation of local Mike Reynolds.

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Earthships, found almost exclusively on the mesas to the west of town, are unique to Taos, thanks to the aforementioned Mr. Reynolds.

Built with old tires pounded with sand and beer and soda bottles otherwise destined to live forever and a day in our landfills, they are not for everyone , but they do make a statement. They usually have one small window on the north side but a full wall of windows on the south face.

The ones that wrap around a little and take in some east and western views feel more expansive to me.

Earthships are not for everyone, but they sure are green, maybe the ultimate green choice around here. I have been in one created for author Natalie Goldberg that was warm, charming and inviting. But I have also been in ones that are two rooms deep and they feel like being in a cave — anything but warm and charming and inviting.

I am still amazed at the dearth of solar panels on homes here. I guess it is a function of the price not having dropped low enough for folks here to buy and install them. But we are one of the solar capitals of the world.

We are seeing solar arrays springing up here and there for commercial purposes — many more than we had when President Obama came into office.

This aspect of green is tied up in trade wars between China and the U.S. as they flood our market with cheaper products, but not cheaply enough, it seems, for Taoseños to be able to afford them.

I don’t hear complaints from those that actively go solar. My son and his wife heat with the sun, and they seem to only have issues once in a while when the sun goes away for a few days. It does seem to function well for those who do switch over.

We can all do more to live in harmony with the land and to honor Mother Earth rather than to trash her. I think we can take some lessons from the people of Taos Pueblo who have lived on the same ground through the generations for a thousand years. And that land seems just fine. The river is as clear as ever as it runs through the village.

If we all make a commitment to do as much as we can, we will all benefit, as will those that come after us.

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Harvey Blaustein 575-737-5678 hblau4@gmail.com

603 Camino de la Placita Taos, NM 87571 www.taospremierproperties.com 575-737-5678

IT’S SHOWTIME BY THE RIVER… Just outside of Taos, in historic and charming Dixon, we proudly offer a truly unique and special property nestled along the river with a backdrop of a red rock hill. Set on 3 ½ acres, come see The Tool Shed, a performance studio/gallery that hosts live local events, concerts and shows and features a commercial kitchen, with lighting one expects in a professional setting. Live in a 3800 sq ft home with shapes and angles that will fascinate and charm, including 5 bedrooms and 4 baths .

This is a property to be treasured. This is a place where the show must go on. $1,350,000

MLS 98190

HISTORIC IN TOWN ADOBE…

We proudly offer the former home and studio of famous early 20th century artist, Oscar Berninghaus, listed in the National Historic Registry. Set on .48 acres, this splendid adobe of some 4,000 sq. ft. has been remodeled but one can still feel the artist in residence. $899,000

MLS 96139

A PREMIER CONDO DEVELOPMENT SITE…

Within the town of Taos, and just across the road from Cid’s Market on the north side, we proudly offer a 15.7 acre level site that is zoned R-14 with a PUD overlay, allowing for creativity. Priced at under $7K a door. $1,350,000

MLS 97312

PRIME COMMERCIAL LAND WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE…

We proudly offer 11.28 acres of C-2 land along the highway that leads into Taos.

Surrounding the Visitor’s Center, the traffic count at this location is high, the visibility great, and there is frontage on both State Highway 68 and Gusdorf Rd. $2,450.000

MLS 96678

LIVE ON TOP OF OUR WORLD...

For those who have the freedom of choice, most choose to live in the Cañon foothills, east of town. We proudly offer 3 of the finest lots in the area, all unique and different, all with sweeping views that will take your breath away – and make it hard to choose. Sized at 3.77, 8.79 and 18.81, you will feel like you are in a candy store, finding it difficult to decide. $165,000 MLS 98193

“We get things done on time every time. It’s important to us.”

Harvey Blaustein, Qualifying Broker

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Green Living at its Best!

In and around Taos...

GREEN LIVING

This stunning handcrafted property is a hybrid between classic and modern architecture. It has a flexible floor plan that lends itself to enjoying the outdoors. Adjoins the Rio Grande Del Norte National Monument. Completely off grid, solar energy, water catchment.

MLS 95084 $330,000

BE PART OF THE FUTURE NOW!

The finest Earthship to date. Completely off grid with all the bells and whistles of modern conveniences. 2 BD, 2 BA, 2 CG with an interior greenhouse. All custom features. Copper countertops, stained glass panels and handcrafted cabinets.

Truly a must see.

ELEGANT STRAWBALE

This 2300 SF 3BD/2BA/2CG straw bale home on 20 acres located in a sustainable off-grid community, offers modern comforts alongside remarkable eco-innovation.

The outstanding features include soaring ceilings, an open floor plan, hand-built cabinets & doors.

MLS 95172 REDUCED to $499,000

THE PHOENIX IS PHENOMENAL

SANCTUARY IN SAN CRISTOBAL

Experience Girasol (sunflower). Nestled in the mountains between San Cristobal and Lama. This lovely active and passive solar home on 5.83 acres was designed by the owner and is reminiscent of Pueblo Bonito at Chaco Canyon. Energy efficient Rastra block construction, trombe walls, wind generator, rain catchment, photo voltaics and solar hot water. Views as far as the eye can see.

MLS 96486 $297,000

HARMONY IN HONDO

Waterfall in the living room, catch fresh fish in the interior pond. Fantastic architectural details. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 5000+ sf. A one-of-a-kind EARTHSHIP.

Bordering Pueblo land with endless views. This pristine earthship sits on 5 acres. Completely custom. Brick and wood floors, vigas and kiva fireplaces. 2000 sq. ft of love and care.

MLS 80750 $1,500,000

MLS 94358 $249,000

MLS 96490 $495,000 Pictured above left to right: Teri Koss, Ellen Lerner, Suni Lucas, Katheryn Pate, Kelly Haukebo. center: Paula Madappa, Qualifying Broker.

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