Serenity, tranquility, and awe-inspiring! Where the Tusas River winds through nearly 24 acres in La Madera, this Northern New Mexico ranch invites a life shaped by the seasons, the land, and the quiet beauty of the high desert. Irrigated acreage and an underground irrigation system offer room to grow gardens, cultivate crops, and explore a more self-sustaining way of life. Registered private well and surface water rights add to the possibilities for this working ranch or country retreat.
At its heart stands an approximately 2,600-square-foot, two-story adobe home built in the early 1940s. Thick earthen walls and traditional vigas and beams give the home a sense of warmth and permanence. A wood-burning fireplace offers a place to gather after a day outdoors. Just a short walk away, an approximately 320-square-foot casita dating to circa 1830 tells another chapter of the valley’s story.
Beyond the homes, a 24-by-28-foot two-car garage, 36-by-40-foot workshop, and 36-by-36-foot metal barn provide space for equipment, animals, and projects. Horse facilities and open acreage invite you to imagine gardens, a small farm, or simply the freedom to roam. The area’s tradition of growing alfalfa and vegetables speaks to the lasting connection between this land and those who tend it.
Wake to the sound of the river, watch the light move across the surrounding mountains, and end the day beneath the wide New Mexico sky. La Madera offers a peaceful setting, while Ojo Caliente is close by for a soak, a meal, or an afternoon away. Rich in history and possibility, this is a place to put down roots and make the rhythms of the land your own.
For sale
$1,200,000
144 State Highway 341, La Madera, NM 87539
2beds
2,920sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
23.83 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$411/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceHorse facilitiesIrrigated acreageOpen acreageUnderground irrigation systemThick earthen wallsTraditional vigas and beams
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Cordova 505-660-9744,
Sotheby's Int. RE/Grant 505-988-2533,
Shaun Fisher 505-469-3970,
Sotheby's Int. RE/Grant
Source: SFARMLS,MLS#: 202604115
Originating MLS: Santa Fe Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Santa Fe Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Propane
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Interior Steps
- Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,920
- Total interior livable area: 2,920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Heated Garage, RV Garage, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Horse Facilities
- Pool features: None
- On waterfront: Yes
Lot
- Size: 23.83 Acres
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House Detached, Outbuilding, Stable(s)
- Parcel number: 1051149240406
- Zoning description: Rural
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Northern New Mexico,Ranch,Spanish
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Adobe, Frame, Metal Siding, Stucco
- Foundation: Permanent, Slab
- Roof: Metal,Pitched
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator, 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Security Lights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: RV Parking, Storage, Stream Year Round, Trail(s)
Location
- Region: La Madera
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $411/sqft
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,New Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000$411/sqft |
Source:  SFARMLS #202503294 Report a problem | ||
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Neighborhood: 87539
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: El Rito
- Middle: Mesa Vista Jr High
- High: Mesa Vista High
Source: SFARMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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