107 County Road 78a, Truchas, NM, 87578
About This Home
Near the the charming village of Truchas on the High Road to Taos, the community is known for its art galleries, spectacular top-of-the-world views, slightly cooler temperatures and small grass-alfalfa farms raising horses and cattle. A couple of miles from the village you will find an opportunity to own a private and secluded country retreat on 1.4 acres bordering the 15,000 acre Nuestra Señora del Rosario San Fernando y Santiago Land Grant. It is so quiet here!! Spectacular 360 views of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountain ranges, the Rio Grande Valley below and many, many dark night skies where the stars are clearly visible. This well maintained home is features custom made kitchen cabinets and hand carved beams, a wood stove and brick floors. The floor to ceiling windows on the south side of the home give an abundance of light and passive solar warmth. The primary bedroom is located on the first level. The loft is a large open space that currently servces as a bedroom although was previously the studio of a a very well known artist. Serviced by a private well with surface irrigation rights and a small holding pond. At the very end of the road, it is very special.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1979
Materials
- Roof: Metal,Pitched
- Construction materials: Block,Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Multi-Level,Northern New Mexico
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Cooktop,Gas Water Heater,Oven,Range,Water Heater,Washer,TanklessWater Heater
Basement
- Basement: Other,See Remarks
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Beamed Ceilings,Interior Steps
- Flooring: Brick,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Blower Fan,Wood Burning,Wood BurningStove
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Passive Solar,Space Heater,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Not ADA Compliant
Details
- Parcel number: 1061122320260
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two,Multi/Split
- Stories: 2
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Living area range: 1,251-1,500
Lot
- Lot size: 1.43 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: RV Access/Parking
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
- Inland Flooding
- Wildfire
- Landslide
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Rio Arriba 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 | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $1,791 | $21,492 |
| Property Taxes | $105 | $1,260 |
| Electricity | $148 | $1,780 |
| Total | $4,951 | $59,412 |
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
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Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-01 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
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