Experience the charm of traditional Northern New Mexico living at 15 Private Drive 1684 in El Rito. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath adobe home showcases timeless regional character with authentic adobe walls, warm brick floors, and classic architectural details throughout.
Designed to embrace the surrounding landscape and natural light, the home features two separate enclosed sunrooms, offering flexible spaces to relax, garden indoors, entertain, or enjoy year-round sunshine. And two additional flex rooms/offices provide the perfect setup for remote work, creative pursuits, guest overflow, or a hobby space.
Blending traditional character with modern efficiency, the property is also equipped with solar panels to help support energy savings and sustainable living.
Set on a picturesque property with surface water rights from the El Rito Acequia Madre, the grounds offer exceptional opportunities for gardening, homesteading, or simply enjoying the beauty of Northern New Mexico. A well-established greenhouse supports year-round growing, while a barn, covered porches, and a 10x12 wood shed provide ample space for storage, projects, animals, or equipment.
The landscape is dotted with mature fruit trees, including five apple trees, three pear trees, and one plum tree, complemented by established grape vines that enhance the property’s agricultural charm and seasonal abundance.
Whether you’re seeking a peaceful full-time residence, a country retreat, or a property with room to cultivate a self-sustaining lifestyle, this unique adobe home offers authenticity, character, functionality, and the added benefit of energy-conscious living in the heart of El Rito.
For sale
$480,000
15 Private Drive 1684, El Rito, NM 87530
2beds
2,650sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
1.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic architectural detailsWarm brick floorsCovered porchesTwo separate enclosed sunroomsAuthentic adobe walls
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Listed by:
Crystal Martinez 575-779-6482,
New Mexico Real Estate Group 575-224-6848
Source: SFARMLS,MLS#: 202602262
Originating MLS: Santa Fe Association of REALTORS
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Passive Solar, Pellet Stove, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
Features
- Interior Steps
- Flooring: Brick, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Pellet Stove, Wood Burning, Wood BurningStove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,650
- Total interior livable area: 2,650 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Not ADA Compliant
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Horse Facilities
Lot
- Size: 1.3 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse, Outbuilding, Stable(s), Storage
- Parcel number: R031198
- Zoning: CRAD
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northern New Mexico
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Rito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $249,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,814
- Date on market: 5/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $480,000$181/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,814 +2.9% | $83,000 +3% |
| 2023 | $1,764 -3.5% | $80,583 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,828 +10.8% | $78,236 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,649 +11.3% | $75,957 +3% |
| 2020 | $1,482 | $73,745 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $1,482 +6.5% | $73,476 |
| 2018 | $1,391 +7.9% | $73,476 |
| 2017 | $1,289 +50.4% | $73,476 +76.3% |
| 2016 | $857 | $41,682 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $857 +1.2% | $41,071 +3% |
| 2014 | $847 +8.3% | $39,875 +9.2% |
| 2011 | $782 +42.3% | $36,513 |
| 2009 | $549 | $36,513 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 87530
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10El Rito Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Mesa Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 7.7 mi
- 8/10Mesa Vista High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.7 mi
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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- New Mexico
- Rio Arriba County
- El Rito
- 87530
- 15 Private Drive 1684





