The ranking report, performed annually, rates five factors with all of the top producing real estate agencies.  Those five factors are Agent/Salesperson, Variety of Additional Services (i.e. in-house mortgage broker, in-house title companies), Real Estate Company Office, Real Estate Company Marketing, and Overall Satisfaction.  Prudential ranks well in every category, but most importantly ranks the highest when it comes to Overall Satisfaction.

There are many different real estate companies in Santa Fe, and this is just one more great reason that we are proud to call Prudential home.

Link the the website ranking report here

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Made of all adobe, quality construction is evident throughout this home. As you enter through the front door you are greeted by a kiva fireplace and warm plaster walls.  To the right is a very well equipped kitchen with a large pantry and nice finishes. To the left is the spacious bedroom wing with a full bathroom and ample closet space. Off the bedroom is a private courtyard area, perfect for morning tea/coffee, or an afternoon drink.

What really makes this place special is the location.  Located on classic Alto street, the Plaza is a 5 minute stroll away, the Railyard is just around the corner, and the DeVargas Mall is only a hop, skip and jump away.  This is truly a centrally located condo where many of Santa Fe’s amenities are at your fingertips.

548 Alto Street: Unit B, Santa Fe, NM 87501

Listing Description:

Located in the Guadalupe Historic District, this beautifully remodeled condo is only a couple blocks from the Plaza, Railyard District and Sanbusco Center. An upgraded kitchen, large master bedroom, and private patio area add to the charm of this warm and inviting home. The unit will make a great Santa Fe escape and can also be rented short term. A furniture package is available.

The warm and inviting living room with Kiva fireplace:

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Bigger Projects

1) Re-stucco your home: Nearly every home in Santa Fe has a stucco exterior, and ALL stucco exteriors need routine maintenance.  Parapets need re-stuccoing often, and cracks all around the house should be repaired when needed.  For a larger project you can re-stucco your entire home. This will certainly add value to your and keep pesky leaks and drafts out.

2) Remodel your kitchen: O.K., this isn’t the easiest task, but it will increase the value of your home significantly.  It will take a bit of a budget, and it will take a bit of time, but if needed, it is well worth it. If you do enter into a kitchen renovation project upgrade as much as you can.  Home buyers don’t like to see a brand new kitchen will all new appliances, except for the beige fridge from the 1980s.

3) Remodel your bathroom(s): See kitchen (above).  Another good “bang for your buck” project.

4) Install new windows: Green is in, and even if you’re not into that, saving money is! Windows continue to get more and more efficient, saving significant amounts of energy and money in the winter and summer time.  If your budget is low, consider doing this one room at a time.

Smaller Projects

1) Landscape: It is incredible what improvements to the outdoor spaces can do for a home.  Often times just adding a few plants, a few pots, and a tree can make a huge difference.  This is a great way to add significant value and curb appeal without breaking the bank.

2) Maintain your roof and canales: At 7000 feet the sun really can take a toll on your roof. Every year clean debrit off the roof of debris and unclog canales. Repairs on both of these items should be addressed immediately as well.

3) Install a water catchment system: This can be easier than you think.  All around Santa Fe you can buy water catchment cisterns at reasonable prices.  Full blown water catchment projects require burying cisterns and installing pumps, but it is also possible to find portable ones that a hose can be hooked up to.  This is a great way to conserve water, provide irrigation, and add value.

Happy Spring!

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A Classic Betty Stewart Home nestled in the lush Tesuque valley, this home with plaster walls, brick floors, a two-way fireplace, & vigas truly exudes charm & elegance. The wrap around portal provides venues for entertaining or relaxing in this serene setting. With a detached artist’s studio, the home is perfect for artists in residence or accomodating visiting guests. Recent updates to the kitchen, bathroom, and electrical system make this home move in ready. All of this conveniently located close to the Plaza, miles of hiking and biking trails, and the Tesuque Village Market.

When sitting in any one of the portals you feel as if you a entrenched in the beautiful country setting,  yet you are only 3.5 miles from the Plaza and everything Santa Fe has to offer. Within walking distance from this home is the Windsor Trail (a favorite running/hiking/biking trail for Ryan and Matt) and the many other trails leading into the National Forest. The Tesuque village center is also very close to the property, providing a great place to grab a pint of ice cream late at night, or a great dinner close to home.

This home is in immaculate condition, and would be suitable for a full time residence, a manageable Santa Fe reteat, or for use as a short term rental. 

Check out a video tour of the property below.

Give us a call if you or someone you know would like a personal tour of this exceptional home.

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1) A new heating system was installed throughout the house. The old in-ceiling radiant heat was ill-conceived and fairly nonfunctional. Therefore, we installed 7 new Myson radiant heaters throughout the home.  This entailed ripping up some flooring, troweling into some of the adobe, and adding a brand new boiler and hot water heater. With three new digital thermostats, the house is now warm and cozy.

2) Additional electrical outlets and cable lines were trowled into the adobe walls and then plastered over.  This brought the house up to date and created a great media room.

3) The bedroom was completely renovated.  A Murphy bed was taken out, and a cove for a real bed was created. The washer and dryer and an armoire were also moved out to create more space.

4) New cabinets were built in the kitchen, and a space was created for the washer and dryer. A concrete countertop was custom made to accommodate the cabinets.

5) The entire interior of the house was painted. The paint certainly needed updating as some of the previous colors really detracted from the homes character.

6) All of the floors were refinished and stained. The same stain was used throughout the house to create continuity between rooms.

7) Little clean up projects happened in nearly every room.  Ceilings and Vigas were oiled, dampers were put on all three fireplaces, and touch ups were performed all over the place.

Check out the video below.

To watch the progress of the entire project, click on any of the links below.  It’s amazing how much has changed in such a short amount of time!

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Worried that you will now go through withdrawal from a lack of updates on the house?  Don’t despair, we are planning on continuing posts that follow the furnishing and decorating of the house.  Currently, drapes are being made, a bed is being fabricated, chairs and a sofa are on order, and all of our eyes and ears around Santa Fe are looking for some great vintage pieces to fill the space. Updates may be a bit less frequent, but we’ll keep you in the loop.  Until then, Cheers!

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This adobe home features an upgraded kitchen with stainless steel appliances,  a large master bedroom, a warm and inviting living area with a kiva fireplace, and a beautifully detailed bathroom. Coved ceilings with skylights, plaster walls, and a enclosed outdoor courtyard add to this wonderfully appointed home.  The unit will make a great Santa Fe escape and can be rented short term. Exquisitely furnished, this home is  available fully turnkey.

For a detailed tour of the home, check out the video below.

If you or anyone you know is interested in seeing this home, don’t hesitate to email or call.

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1) The painting is finished!  Every room has received up to three coats of new white paint, and it’s amazing how different the house looks with all white on the walls.  The rooms feel significantly larger, the floors and ceilings really pop out, and the level of elegance in the home has risen significantly. All of the great details and characteristics of the home are now even more noticeable.

2) All of the new Myson heaters are fully installed and in working order.  Three different digital and programmable thermostats have been wired as well. The house is now warm and cozy!

3) The new cabinets in the kitchen have been installed.  This includes the installation of the washer and dryer and the new concrete counter top.  The concrete was still setting today when we filmed, so over the next day or two the guys will buff it up to bring the color out.

4) The floors have all been sanded and prepped for staining. Previously, the floors were  multiple shades and will now take on a darker stain that will match the vigas above.

5) In general, the guys have cleaned the place up a bit.  The ceilings and vigas have been wiped down and oiled, and many of the little messes here and there are now gone.

 All of the contract work should be finished in the next week.  We will then go into the design phase of the renovation which will entail the installation of window coverings, the building of specific furniture pieces (i.e. the bed), and the entire decorating process. Check back in for updates soon!

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Rancho Calabasas; an immaculate, private, & unrestricted compound consisting of a main house, 2 guest houses, & your own private spa! An ideal property for a family compound or retreat. Perfect for entertaining w/separate guest suites for family or staff. Lushly landscaped grounds, a stream, waterfall, & Koi pond, & multiple outdoor entertainment areas, all on 5 filled acres. This Santa Fe oasis can be available turn-key including art, bronze sculptures, antique wagons, & furniture

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