A Sustainable Estate in the southern Rocky Mountains of northern New Mexico can be yours.This Eco-Masterpiece is on 45 acres of native forest and wildlife habitat situated within Angel Fire Resort. An emerging destination, this family ski resort has 86 ski trails and mountain biking mid-May to mid-October. The Resort has an 18-hole PGA Golf Course, tennis and pickleball courts, and a country club with pool, fitness center and fine dining. Angel Fire Airport, a 10-minute drive to its jet-capable runway, serves private aircraft as well as Advance Air's 5 roundtrips a week from Albuquerque. Privacy and seclusion are secured on all sides with the north boundary being the 130,000-acre historic CS Ranch. A seasonal creek runs through a private 6-acre meadow. This legacy home is built to last with many green and sustainable features. It will continue to provide privacy, security, energy, food and enjoyment as a nurturing retreat for years to come. Beautiful - Indoors and Out, Practical, Resilient. This modern home is designed with the vision to survive the challenges of the future. With panoramic, forever views of the Wheeler range, this mighty three-story 8,074 sq ft Eco-block home, with 12 and 24-inch thick walls, is built to endure the elements and last for generations.There are 6,784 sq. ft of heated, move-in ready dramatic living space with two interior greenhouses created by carefully selected local craftsmen. The first floor features an authentic adobe Casita with its own full kitchen, custom cabinetry, furniture and a private entrance. The Casita has been in a successful short-term rental program, with numerous five-star reviews. Adjacent to the Casita on the first floor are 575 sq ft of utility and mechanical rooms, extensive working storage, and a 715 sq ft space designed as a separate apartment with its own entrance ready for you to complete to your liking. The overall floor plan is in the Photo Gallery of this listing. Outdoors there are 2,500 sq ft of tiered, organic gardens in the walled area south of the patio. In addition, two food and flower-producing greenhouses are inside - one in the Atrium hot tub room, and a larger one off the main kitchen for easy access to fresh food year-round. The spacious light-filled kitchen has been fully upgraded with high quality appliances, special granite countertops, a large working island and walk-in pantry. The modern passive solar architecture sets this solar sanctuary apart. This intelligent home has many solar and high-tech features - solar electricity and whole-house radiant floor heating, as well as passive solar features enabled by the homes’ perfect solar alignment. The whole home is a green design, built from the ground up with many sustainable, non-toxic features (see list in the Photo Gallery) that provide energy efficiency, comfort, strength, and durability. Modern solar panel tracking racks with updated batteries cut utility bills. Solar Thermal panels quietly supply the primary heat day and night. The local utility, Kit Carson Electric Coop, operates a major 6MW solar farm microgrid with 6MW/hr battery backup, providing double-back up to the home’s solar system, focused on the resilience of the home office. There is ultra high-speed fiber-optic internet/Wi-Fi throughout, enabling full-time working from home. You must see this special property to truly appreciate the craftsmanship in every room - from the vaulted ceilings, beautiful local beams and vigas, to the stunning floor-to-ceiling rock wall fireplace in the living room, leading out to the pristine forest that wraps around the home. Private, secure parking for 5 cars: 2 in garage (EV-charging ready) and 3 in parking area. Taos is 24 miles away, offering eclectic shopping, art galleries, restaurants, museums, world-class Taos Ski Valley, and a modern hospital. Historic Santa Fe is just a 2-hour drive. Make an appointment to see this Eco-Masterpiece.
For sale
$3,250,000
181 Back Basin Rd, Angel Fire, NM 87710
5beds
6,784sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
45.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$479/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Two interior greenhousesVaulted ceilings
- 238 days |
- 823 |
- 39 |
Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: February 13, 2026 at 06:25pm
Listed by:
Catherine Moon 505-795-3773,
Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties 575-377-1192
Source: Enchanted Circle,MLS#: 113598
Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Active Solar, Fireplace(s), Hot Water, Passive Solar, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Tongue and Groove Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound, Smoke Free
- Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, Skylight(s), Wood Frames, Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Multiple
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,074
- Total interior livable area: 6,784 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway, Hot Tub/Spa
- Pool features: Association
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Wall
- Has view: Yes
- Waterfront features: Seasonal, Stream
Lot
- Size: 45.33 Acres
- Features: Garden, Trees, Views, Wooded
- Residential vegetation: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Greenhouse
- Parcel number: 1089150470451
- Zoning description: Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Southwestern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe, Block, Other, Stucco
- Roof: Metal,Mixed,Pitched
Condition
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Net Meter
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Phone Available, See Remarks
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Chalets Unit 4
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Golf Course, Pool
- Services included: Pool(s), Recreation Facilities
- Membership fee: $1,695 annually
Location
- Region: Angel Fire
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $479/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $815,402
- Annual tax amount: $9,067
- Date on market: 6/29/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,321/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,250,000+72%$479/sqft |
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| 9/30/2024 | Listing removed | $1,890,000$279/sqft |
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| 7/5/2024 | Price change | $1,890,000-16.7%$279/sqft |
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| 5/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,270,000+13.8%$335/sqft |
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| 4/22/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/6/2024 | Price change | $1,995,000-0.2%$294/sqft |
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| 6/29/2023 | Price change | $1,999,000-18.4%$295/sqft |
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| 5/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $2,450,000-16.9%$361/sqft |
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| 5/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,950,000+19.2%$435/sqft |
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| 1/12/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/1/2021 | Listed for sale | $2,475,000$365/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,067 +2.1% | $271,801 +3% |
| 2023 | $8,884 +22.1% | $263,885 +3% |
| 2022 | $7,278 -11.1% | $256,199 +3% |
| 2021 | $8,188 -3.2% | $248,737 +1.8% |
| 2020 | $8,459 | $244,455 |
| 2019 | -- | $244,455 |
| 2018 | $7,614 +19.6% | $244,455 |
| 2017 | $6,367 | $244,455 +0.2% |
| 2015 | -- | $244,019 |
| 2013 | -- | $244,019 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$17,792/mo
Principal & interest
$16221
Property taxes
$1571
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 87710
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Eagle Nest Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 11.3 mi
- 3/10Cimarron High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 20.5 mi
- 1/10Eagle Nest Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 11.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Eagle Nest Elem
- Middle: Moreno High
- High: Moreno High
Source: Enchanted Circle. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.







