Placitas Area Real Estate

Placitas Area Real Estate

Nestled in the breathtaking Sandoval County of New Mexico, the Placitas area is a hidden gem that beautifully marries natural beauty with a vibrant community spirit. Just a short drive from the bustling city of Albuquerque, Placitas offers residents an idyllic retreat from urban life while still providing easy access to city amenities.

Surrounded by the stunning Sandia Mountains and the enchanting high desert landscape, Placitas is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The area boasts an array of hiking and biking trails, allowing residents to immerse themselves in nature and explore the breathtaking vistas that define this region. The rich red rock formations and expansive views create a picturesque backdrop for daily living, making every moment spent in Placitas feel like a getaway.

Beyond its natural allure, Placitas is home to a warm and welcoming community known for its artistic spirit. Local art galleries, craft fairs, and farmer’s markets showcase the creativity and talent of its residents, fostering a sense of connection and pride among neighbors. The area also hosts various cultural events throughout the year, ensuring there’s always something exciting happening.

For families, Placitas offers excellent schools and a safe, nurturing environment for children to grow and thrive. With a blend of rural charm and modern conveniences, this area is perfect for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle without sacrificing access to urban conveniences.

Whether you’re looking for a serene retreat or a vibrant community, Placitas is a place where dreams can flourish amidst the stunning beauty of New Mexico’s landscape. Come discover the magic of Placitas, where every day feels like a celebration of life!

Newest Listings in Placitas Area

15 First Mesa Court, Placitas
$795,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Enjoy the beauty of Placitas in this well-maintained Southwest-style home offering 3,293 square feet, stunning Sandia Mountain and Jemez Mesa views, and memorable western sunsets. Abundant natural light, wood and Saltillo tile floors, wood-beamed ceilings, nichos, and a great room fireplace create a warm Southwestern feel. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances, while the split floor plan includes a spacious primary suite, a secondary suite, an additional bedroom, and a dedicated office. Wake up to Sandia Mountain views from the primary bedroom and enjoy the same beautiful backdrop from the spacious primary bath, complete with dual sinks, a large soaking tub, and walk-in shower. A private kiva fireplace and patio access enhance the primary suite. Multiple patios capture Jemez Mesa views and colorful western sunsets, while the enclosed courtyard, attractive landscaping, and walled backyard create inviting outdoor spaces. Recent updates include septic (2018), stucco (2019-2020), roof and skylights (2020), tankless water heater (2021), water softener and boiler (2023), and canales (2024). An EV charger adds convenience. Sundance Mesa subdivision abuts BLM and open space land for endless hiking, biking, and outdoor activities. A rare bonus: VA assumable loan at 2.125% interest, subject to lender approval and eligibility. See listing broker for details.

15 First Mesa Court, Placitas
21 Cienega Canyon Road, Placitas
$550,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths
GREAT VIEWS, MAJOR UPDATES, AND ROOM TO GROW! This inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bath home combines comfortable living, valuable improvements, and beautiful views. Enjoy stunning scenery from the living room, dining room, and primary bedroom, creating a picturesque backdrop for everyday living. Recent upgrades include new stucco, new plumbing, updated bathrooms, a reinforced foundation, a new water heater, and a reverse osmosis water filtration system, adding value, convenience, and peace of mind. Outside, easy-care landscaping offers more time to relax and enjoy the patio--perfect for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or unwinding in the fresh air. With its spacious layout, thoughtful updates, beautiful views, and inviting outdoor living area, this home is a wonderful opportunity you won't want to miss. Voluntary HOA. Schedule your showing today!

21 Cienega Canyon Road, Placitas
1 Wild Cherry, Placitas
$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
**Gated 5-Lot Subdivision in the Heart of the Village of Placitas**Enchanted Spaces LLC presents Cereza Farms, a new gated 5-lot subdivision located in the historic Village of Placitas. Enchanted Spaces is Placitas' premier custom home builder & Parade of Homes Premier Award winner. Enchanted Spaces creates an amazing floor plan with a Scottsdale meets New Mexico design style. The builder's vision starts with capturing the best that Placitas has to offer-the views! Cereza Farms, built around an orchard with fruit trees from the Spanish settlers in the mid-1800's (and the land grant families from the Spanish Crown in 1767), features 5 private lots and the base of the Sandia Mountains next to the Cibola National Forest with endless outdoor activities. Home plans are all single level (no steps) for ease of aging in place, covered patios, pitched wood-beam great room ceilings, open floorplans and oversized 3-car garages. First home completed with 2 other floor plans currently under construction. $5,000 lender financing credit - see listing broker for details.

1 Wild Cherry, Placitas
63 Anasazi Trails Loop, Placitas
$1,460,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Experience the best of Placitas living at Lot 63 Anasazi Trails Loop! This stunning 4-bedroom home with a dedicated office offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and Southwestern charm. A separate casita with its own living quarters and laundry provides exceptional flexibility for guests, extended family, or multigenerational living. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains from the backyard, where spectacular New Mexico sunsets create an unforgettable backdrop. A spacious 3-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles and storage. Best of all, HOA amenities include access to tennis and pickleball courts, making it easy to embrace an active lifestyle. Discover beautiful mountain views, versatile living spaces, and resort-style community amenities in one exceptional property!Please note that property is proposed construction estimated to be completed by Summer/Fall of 2027. Photos are of a 3d model you can see at builder's office and are AI enhanced.

63 Anasazi Trails Loop, Placitas
7 Lunar Court, Placitas
$1,650,000
4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Perched atop a scenic hill in Placitas, 7 Lunar Court offers exceptional Southwestern modern luxury with breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains from the back porch and sweeping western vistas toward Bernalillo and Rio Rancho. This stunning home features 4 bedrooms plus a dedicated office, beautiful tile flooring throughout, generous walk-in closets, and a spacious 3-car garage. The gourmet kitchen showcases premium Belmont cabinetry and upscale Monogram appliances, perfect for entertaining. A standout feature is the attached multigenerational casita, providing flexibility and privacy for extended family, guests, or independent living. Expansive windows fill the home with natural light while showcasing New Mexico's spectacular scenery. Enjoy unforgettable sunsets, sophisticated contemporary finishes, and exceptional indoor-outdoor living in one of Placitas' most desirable hillside settings.Note - images are from the builder's model and have been edited with AI. They are substantially similar to how the house will look, with minor variations.

7 Lunar Court, Placitas
5 Cienega Canyon Road, Placitas
$640,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
CHARMING PUEBLO-STYLE RETREAT | $640,000Recently renovated 3 bdrm (with potential for a 4th) and an office or flex space with a separate entrance, with NEW Interior Paint, NEW Carpet, NEW KitchenAid Appliances, NEW Kitchen Granite Countertops, NEW Exterior Lighting, and recent stucco repairs..... New plumbing lines, re-piped from the water meter throughout the entire home and a water heater approximately one year old. Centrally ducted Refrigerated A/C.....Open & Charming floor plan with exposed posts and beams. A split-bedroom layout provides privacy for family and guests. The spacious primary suite features a custom Kiva fireplace, beamed ceiling, and a generous ensuite bath with a jetted tub, separate shower, and well-appointed walk-in closet..... The office/flex space with separate entry is ideal for remote work, artist studio, hobby room, or flexibility to suit your needs.....Other practical features include TPO roofing, an oversized two-car garage, owned propane tank, and a passed septic inspection. Seller is OFFERING $5,000 toward a rate buy-down or buyer closing costs.

5 Cienega Canyon Road, Placitas
11 Mimbres Court, Placitas
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths
Set in one of Placitas' most coveted neighborhoods, this Tom Ashe-built Pueblo style home showcases Sandia Mountain and West Mesa views. Vigas, tile floors and a custom kiva fireplace anchor the light-filled great room. The kitchen offers granite counters, a center island, rich wood cabinetry and a stainless gas range. The primary suite boasts its own fireplace, a soaking tub, walk-in shower and spacious walk-in closet. A private casita with a kiva fireplace, full bath and beautiful covered porch is full of potential. Covered portals and xeriscaped grounds invite you to enjoy New Mexico sunsets. Just minutes to I-25, grocery stores and restaurants and and easy drive away to Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Don't miss your opportunity to own a custom Tom Ashe home in Placitas! Schedule your private showing today!

11 Mimbres Court, Placitas
11 Tres Amigos Road, Placitas
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Filled with New Mexico Charm and warmth. This gorgeous Southwestern custom home has two large kiva fireplaces (one in the great room and one in the primary suite.) Dramatic beams, corbels and tall ceiling with herringbone latillas in the great room. 12 skylights, HVAC refrigerated air and radiant heat, maple hardwood floors in all three bedrooms, and custom tile flooring everywhere else. Both Primary suite bath and guest bathroom have talavera sinks, Mexican tile work and soaking tubs. There is a spectacular kitchen in the center, with voluminous granite countertops, pine cabinetry and walk in pantry. Set in the heart of the Las Huertas valley close enough to hear the gentle creek frequented by wild horses, mule deer and other wildlife. This home is the definition of a quiet sanctuary yet only 35 minutes from the Albuquerque airport. Watch the seasons change through the cottonwood trees that line the creek valley, horses climbing the hillsides, or gaze northwest from your dining table for 60+ miles of unobstructed views. Steel coyote fence perfect for dogs or small children to play in sight plus a smaller fenced in area for gardening with drip irrigation. Tankless water heater. Two car garage with custom shelving.

11 Tres Amigos Road, Placitas
7 Calle Cholla, Placitas
$1,195,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Searching for the perfect aging-in-place home in an ideal location? This stunning ADA-designed home in Placitas offers breathtaking views, exceptional privacy, and beautifully appointed interiors. Filled with natural light, the home features spacious rooms, soaring ceilings, multiple patios, numerous updates, a TPO roof, and solar power generation--just a few of its outstanding amenities. With 3-4 generously sized bedrooms, there is ample space and privacy for guests, along with multiple living areas designed to maximize comfort and showcase the spectacular surroundings. A custom three-way fireplace serves as the centerpiece of the main living spaces, complemented by traditional flagstone bancos that create a warm and inviting atmosphere during the winter months. The primary suite is a private retreat, featuring stunning views of the Sandia Mountains, its own patio and fireplace, an adjacent office, and a spacious bath with a walk-in shower and custom cabinetry. Thoughtfully designed for accessibility and ease of living, the property includes a paved driveway, porte cochere, and a three-car garage with a ramp providing seamless access into the home. Located in the vibrant community of Placitas, known for its thriving arts and music scene as well as its peaceful setting, this exceptional property offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience--just 35 minutes from Santa Fe and 20 minutes from Albuquerque, with abundant shopping and amenities nearby

7 Calle Cholla, Placitas
4 Mimbres Court, Placitas
$898,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
An exceptionally well maintained, mid-century design with a light and bright floor plan on this 2023 constructed home in Anasazi Meadows. The lot is on the highest plateau in the immediate neighborhood enabling those spectacular views of the Sandia mountain and mesa sunsets. Great room design with large southern windows, raised ceiling, wood plank/ceramic floors, tiled wall accents, gas fireplace and wood beams. Kitchen area with custom cabinets, granite counters, stainless appliances, walk in butlers pantry and large island allowing ease of cooking while still being roomy. Private master bedroom suite has patio access, mountain views, his/hers walk in closets, separate vanity areas, snail shower, high back tub, and immediate access to the laundry room. The two separate bedrooms have a Jack N Jill bath where each bedroom has a sink and closet with the toilet and tub shared. The gigantic three car garage has room for a workout area and a work shop with an enamel floor and flooded with natural light. The culmination of this special property is a most unique rock landscape which highlight Southwestern, Native American and Hawaiian design features such as figures of geckos, sun signs and volcano with lava flows. These intricate icons with engineered drainage and erosion control make this landscaped yard truly 'one of a kind'.

4 Mimbres Court, Placitas
Lot E-3 Calle Sabina, Placitas
$69,000
Elevated lot with mountain and valley views with water & electric available! Perched in the desirable Las Brisas subdivision of Placitas, this premier 2-acre homesite offers an extraordinary canvas for your custom Southwest sanctuary. Featuring commanding, panoramic views in every direction, the property captures the full drama of New Mexico's landscape!

Lot E-3 Calle Sabina, Placitas
10 Las Brisas Lane, Placitas
$750,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths
Welcome to your dream Southwestern sanctuary in serene Placitas. Tucked away in a quiet, peaceful neighborhood, this home seamlessly blends authentic high-desert architecture with open-concept living and breathtaking natural beauty. As you step through the entrance, soaring high ceilings immediately welcome you into a light-filled space rich with warmth and character. The thoughtful floor plan features a huge primary suite and two and a half baths, including a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom that connect the KING SIZE secondary bedrooms offering the perfect balance of privacy and functionality for your guests. BUT WAIT, there's an extra room for media, office, or library. Practicality matches style with a spacious two-car garage that provides ample vehicle parking and additional storage or work bench. Beyond the interior, the magic of high-desert living unfolds outdoors. The crown jewel of the home is a massive, fully landscaped front courtyard that feels like a private resort oasis. Here, an inviting outdoor spa powered by 220V wiring lets you soak in total luxury under the star-filled night sky or build your outdoor kitchen. Three separate private portals frame spectacular, uninterrupted views of the surrounding mountains and petroglyphs, offering endless settings for morning coffee or vibrant outdoor dining. Whether you are hosting friends in the lush courtyard or enjoying a quiet moment while taking in the majestic mountain vistas, this Placitas haven promises an extraordinary everyday retreat.

10 Las Brisas Lane, Placitas
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