Set in an iconic Ranchos de Taos neighborhood, this charming historic home - originally a Valerio residence - offers authentic Northern New Mexico adobe character, thoughtfully restored for contemporary comfort. Built in the traditional manner, the property carries the enduring craftsmanship, warmth, and architectural presence that define true Taos homes. The 1,553-square-foot, single-level main residence includes three bedrooms and two baths. Lovingly restored with custom features, it retains its original sense of place through hand-troweled diamond-finish plaster walls, twenty-inch-thick adobe walls, traditional nichos, viga ceilings, and wood-plank floors. A gas-log stove anchors the living room, creating a welcoming focal point for cool mountain evenings. Throughout, the home reflects authentic pueblo adobe architecture—timeless, tactile, and built to endure for generations. Fiber optic cable installation provides fast internet, making it perfect for remote work. The spacious kitchen includes stainless-steel appliances and quartz countertops. Outside, a large hacienda-style portal provides a natural extension of the living space, with room for outdoor dining, gathering, and enjoying friends and family. Within the fully fenced property, established gardens offer apricot, plum, and Honeycrisp apple trees, along with gooseberries, herbs, berries, and flowering perennials. A 3-barrel rain-catchment system supports a more water-conscious landscape and adds to the property’s practical appeal. A separate 448-square-foot upstairs casita provides options for multi-generational living, a caretaker, or an artist studio. The casita includes one bedroom, one bath, a full kitchen, laundry facility, and a private deck ideal for enjoying the sun or stargazing. The property is served by town water, town sewer, and natural gas—an uncommon combination of historic adobe authenticity and convenient modern infrastructure. Located in the historic Ranchos de Taos community, this home enjoys the pastoral rhythm of a rural neighborhood shared by longtime families, artists, and the nearby 7K Film Center. The area carries a Traditional Historic Community (THC) designation, recognizing and helping protect the distinctive historic character of this treasured part of Taos County. Walk to the Ranchos Plaza Grill, Old Martina’s Hall, and Ranchos Plaza. Taos Plaza’s galleries, restaurants, shops, and cultural life are approximately 10 minutes away, while Taos Ski Valley is about a 35-minute drive.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
8,712 sq ftLot Size
$310Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by John Cornish• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate
TAOS TRUE- It’s the real thing. The one-story main home of this property is a triple thick adobe with a 1,574 sq. ft. 2BR/2BA adobe home with flex space for library, office, or media room plus a self-contained 1BR/1BA casita upstairs. With parts rumored to be over 100yrs old, it was tastefully remodeled in 2007-8 to retain its old world feel yet updated for the conveniences of today. The thick, smooth, sensuous walls are adorned with hand troweled diamond finish plaster throughout and there are viga ceilings and wood plank floors through most of the house for that warm, welcoming Taos ambiance. The indoor spaces flow beyond their boundaries to the huge hacienda style portal which graces the front and entrance and provides places for dining al fresco, reading a book, or having a socially distanced happy hour with friends all in a serene natural setting. The living room boasts a delightful and efficient Jotul gas log stove and the adjoining flex room could be an extension of the living room for media, a library/office, or formal dining room. The kitchen is spacious and bright and large enough for a dining table and has granite countertops and stainless appliances. Out the kitchen is another portal and a fenced area for pets. Upstairs you’ll find the sweet, bright and light casita with full kitchen and bath, washer/dryer and one bedroom. Guests will enjoy the deck for star gazing or lazing. The yard has perennials and a dry creek bed and fountain that can be restored to provide a small oasis for your outdoor pleasure and there’s room for gardening. The property sits on a country road and has nat’l gas and community water and sewer. It also provides lots of options. Short term rentals, long term rentals, home/office, house and guesthouse, or home and studio. You choose.
Santa Fe MLS #201802629
Jun 10, 2018
Listed
$380,000
$190/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,500 (−1.3%)
$13,684 + $98,968
$112,652
2024
$2,532 (+0.4%)
$10,403 + $98,968
$109,371
2023
$2,520 (+10.4%)
$10,403 + $98,968
$109,371
2022
$2,283 (+42.1%)
$10,403 + $98,968
$109,371
2021
$1,607 (+4.5%)
$10,100 + $96,085
$106,185
2020
$1,538 (−4.6%)
$7,566 + $70,161
$77,727
2019
$1,613 (−1.0%)
$7,346 + $68,127
$75,473
2018
$1,630 (+4.6%)
$7,346 + $68,127
$75,473
2017
$1,559 (+0.1%)
$5,157 + $68,127
$73,284
2016
$1,557
$5,157 + $68,127
$73,284
Public record
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9,148 Sq. Ft.
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1,492
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,492
Year built
1940
Style
Other
County
Taos County
APN
16602
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
13% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 86° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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