97 Hondo Seco Road, Arroyo Hondo, NM, 87513
About This Home
Delightful real adobe in pastoral setting. This 2-bedroom/2-bath home offers 1,731 square feet of classic Taos charm. The original structure dates to the 1940's, and was the community store. It has been renovated and updated, and now provides modern comforts in a traditional northern NM home: hot water baseboard heat from a Navien boiler, natural gas, two gas fireplaces, fiber optic internet, community water, water softener. The thick adobe walls keep the home cool in summer and warm in winter. The kitchen has good cabinetry and appliances, quartz countertops, and a breakfast nook (currently used as an office). The primary bedroom suite features an adjacent den, a walk-in closet, and a toilet/bidet. The property consists of two contiguous lots for a total of 0.56 acre. The grounds include a lovely ornamental garden with water feature, a variety of trees, a fenced area for vegetables, a 1,700-gallon cistern, and nice views of the mountains. There are surface water rights on the nearby acequia (irrigation ditch). The side patio has a hot tub. There is a detached artist studio with electric power. This could also be a workshop or storage building. There's another storage shed on the patio. This charming home is located less than 12 miles from central Taos, and has easy access to Taos Ski Valley via the Hondo-Seco Rd. The volunteer Fire Dept. is 1/4 mile away, and a fire hydrant is nearby. And there is a helipad by the Fire Station which can be used by the emergency medical airlift service. Any documents included with this listing are provided as a courtesy only. Buyer should rely on documents provided with title commitment. Neither the Listing Broker or Seller warrant the square footage of the home or the acreage of the property. If the size of the home or the property acreage is pf material concern to Buyer, then Buyer should have it measured and/or surveyed.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Materials
- Roof: Metal,Pitched
- Construction materials: Adobe,Stucco
Other
- Builder name: E. Chacon, Z. Tafoya
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Territorial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Water Softener,Washer
- Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Ceiling Fan(s),Other,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Screens,Window Coverings
- Flooring: Brick,Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two,Gas,Living Room,Primary Bedroom
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating
- Heating features: Baseboard
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,731
- Total interior livable area: 1,731 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 54940
- Zoning description: County
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway,Water Feature
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- Topography of land: CanyonValley
Lot
- Lot size: 0.56 Acres
- Features: Garden,Gentle Sloping,Sloped,Trees,Views
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Covered spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
- Inland Flooding
- Wildfire
- Avalanche
- Cold Wave
- Drought
- Landslide
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Taos County and New Mexico
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,968 | $35,616 |
| Home Insurance * | $167 | $2,004 |
| Property Taxes | $800 | $9,600 |
| Electricity | $148 | $1,780 |
| Total | $4,083 | $48,996 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Mexico FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-18 | Listed for sale | $587,000 |
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