A rare offering in Northern Santa Fe County, this solar-powered berm home and guest house sit on two acres beside protected public land, where expansive views, established gardens, and access to nearby trails define the setting. Located approximately 30 minutes from Santa Fe and Los Alamos, the property blends Southwest architectural character with a thoughtfully cultivated landscape.
Gardens lovingly tended for more than two decades surround the home with fruit trees, vegetables, flowering plants, and open skies. The property includes approximately 5,300 square feet of living space with a main residence and a separate guest house, offering a total of 7 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. The guest house includes 3 bedrooms and 1 bath and may provide flexible use for guests, multi-generations, or as a rental.
The south-facing main residence features an open-concept great room and kitchen with custom handmade cabinetry, skylights, traditional vigas, Saltillo tile flooring, a large walk-in pantry with full-size refrigerator, and a newer dishwasher. A spacious 700-square-foot studio/sunroom with high ceilings and 7-foot south-facing windows overlooks a courtyard garden.
The main level includes one bedroom and one full bath, while the lower level offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and additional storage. The primary bath features a Jacuzzi tub.
The main home was constructed as a solar-powered berm home which provides natural energy efficiency and stable interior temperatures throughout the year. Additional features include evaporative cooling, wall-mounted panel heaters, a Scandinavian wood stove, and a gas-powered Adobelite kiva fireplace.
Outdoor spaces include expansive views, a rooftop seating area, and an established orchard and gardens supported by a 10,000-gallon rainwater catchment cistern with automated drip irrigation. A new septic tank and leach field were installed in August 2024. Zoned Traditional Community: potential for multiple dwellings or retreat center.
For sale
$850,000
4 Athenas Way, Espanola, NM 87532
7beds
5,289sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
2.02 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$161/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas-powered adobelite kiva fireplaceTraditional vigasEstablished gardensSolar-powered berm homeEstablished orchard and gardensNewer dishwasherExpansive views
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 28, 2026 at 02:00pm
Listed by:
Deva Khalsa 505-603-8815,
ERA Summit 505-296-1500
Source: SFARMLS,MLS#: 202504591
Originating MLS: Albuquerque Board of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Albuquerque Board of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Main House
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 13x21
Bedroom 2
- Description: Main House
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 14.4x10.2
Bedroom 4
- Description: Main House
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14.75x9.3
Bathroom 3
- Description: Main House
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 14.4x10.1
Dining room
- Description: Main House
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15.5x16
Dining room
- Description: Casita
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9.8x8.3
Family room
- Description: Main House
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 15.25x19.5
Kitchen
- Description: Main House
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x13
Living room
- Description: Main House
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 15.2x20.5
Living room
- Description: Casita
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16.75x15.25
Heating
- Active Solar, Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas, Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Evaporative Cooling, Refrigerated, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Water Purifier, Washer
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Interior Steps
- Flooring: Brick, Carpet, Concrete, Tile
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Kiva, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,289
- Total interior livable area: 5,289 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Not ADA Compliant
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2.02 Acres
- Features: Drip Irrigation/Bubblers
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House Detached, Storage
- Parcel number: 184794622
- Zoning description: Traditional Community
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Multi-Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe, Frame, Concrete, Stucco
- Foundation: Basement, Slab
- Roof: Flat,Foam,Membrane,Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Details
- Builder name: Ojas
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Cistern, Private, Shared Well, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Electricity Available
Green energy
- Water conservation: Rain Water Collection
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- Amenities included: Storage
Location
- Region: Espanola
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $161/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $415,523
- Annual tax amount: $3,130
- Date on market: 3/15/2026
- 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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $850,000$161/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,103 +1.7% | $321,470 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,068 +3.6% | $312,108 +3% |
| 2022 | $1,996 +12.5% | $303,018 +3% |
| 2021 | $1,775 -5.9% | $294,193 +198.7% |
| 2020 | $1,886 +5.8% | $98,495 +3% |
| 2019 | $1,783 +15.7% | $95,626 +3% |
| 2018 | $1,541 | $92,842 +3% |
| 2017 | $1,541 -1.6% | $90,138 +3% |
| 2016 | $1,566 | $87,512 0% |
| 2015 | $1,566 +4.8% | $87,513 -7.4% |
| 2014 | $1,495 -27% | $94,555 |
| 2013 | $2,049 +22.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,675 -0.7% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,688 +2.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,647 +6.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,548 +0% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,548 -10.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,732 -4.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,807 +14.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,573 -4.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,641 +0.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,640 -7.1% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,766 | $105,544 |
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Est. payment
$4,639/mo
Principal & interest
$4285
Property taxes
$354
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 87532
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Tony Quintana Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Carlos F. Vigil Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.1 mi
- 6/10Espanola Valley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tony E. Quintana Elelmentary
- Middle: Carlos F. Vigil Espanola Middle School
- High: Espanola Valley 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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