Discover the perfect blend of rural tranquility and central convenience at 335 County Rd 142 in Medanales. Set on 2.6 acres of open high-desert land, this property includes a 2-bedroom, 1-bath main home filled with character, along with a detached 1-bath loft-style casita that provides additional living space for guests, family, or a private retreat. A single-car garage and workshop offer plenty of room for storage, tools, and projects, while the surrounding acreage provides opportunities for gardening, outdoor living, or future improvements. Located about 40 minutes from Los Alamos, 50 minutes from Santa Fe, and 60 minutes from Taos. This property serves as a convenient base for accessing three of the region’s most notable communities while still enjoying the slower pace and privacy of a rural lifestyle.
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Perched Above It All 53 Private Drive, Medanales, NM Set atop a quiet mesa with nearly 360 views of Northern New Mexico's iconic landscape, this soulful 3-bedroom, 2-bath Southwestern retreat rests on just under 9 acres of open sky and timeless beauty. Inside, the home blends rustic charm with clean comfort--Santa Fe-style smooth plaster walls, exposed wood beams, classic tile floors, and warm light moving through every space. With 2,295 square feet, the layout feels open and thoughtful, and a detached studio offers the perfect setup for remote work, a creative retreat, or private guest quarters. High-speed internet and refrigerated air ensure you're both off the grid and on the grid. From the front portal, the views stretch endlessly--from the Rio Chama Valley to the jagged outline of C
Perched Above It All 53 Private Drive, Medanales, NM Set atop a quiet mesa with nearly 360° views of Northern New Mexico’s iconic landscape, this soulful 3-bedroom, 2-bath Southwestern retreat rests on just under 9 acres of open sky and timeless beauty. Inside, the home blends rustic charm with clean comfort—Santa Fe–style smooth plaster walls, exposed wood beams, classic tile floors, and warm light moving through every space. With 2,295 square feet, the layout feels open and thoughtful, and a detached studio offers the perfect setup for remote work, a creative retreat, or private guest quarters. High-speed internet and refrigerated air ensure you’re both off the grid and on the grid. From the front portal, the views stretch endlessly—from the Rio Chama Valley to the jagged outline of Cerro Pedernal, the mountain Georgia O’Keeffe painted again and again. There’s a reason artists, writers, and seekers have long been drawn to this land—it stirs something deep. Whether you're sipping coffee at sunrise under your gazebo, sketching the shifting light, or heading out for a day trip to Abiquiu Lake, Ghost Ranch, or Ojo Caliente, life here moves slower, feels fuller, and breathes easier. Santa Fe is just 55 minutes away, Los Alamos about 45, and Taos a scenic 75-minute drive—putting world-class art, culture, and dining within easy reach. This isn’t just a home—it’s a place to live inspired.
Centrally located between Los Alamos, Santa Fe, and Taos, this spacious 4-bed, 4-bath home on 5 acres offers peaceful family living in the heart of Medanales. With horses welcome and Abiquiu Lake and national forest lands just minutes away, it’s an ideal setting for those who love space, nature, and quiet. Inside, classic Southwestern style shines through with brick floors, beamed ceilings, multiple wood stoves, two kiva fireplaces, and cozy radiant heat. With newly remodeled custom baths featuring walk-in showers, a generous kitchen, separate dining room, and a dedicated office, this home perfectly suited for both family life and remote work. Multiple courtyards provide serene outdoor living spaces, while a large covered portal with a Kiva fireplace invites year-round enjoyment. Sweeping mountain views complete this exceptional property—offering a private, charming retreat with room to roam.
This unique property offers a single-wide mobile home with permitted add-ons, providing expanded living space and flexible potential. A private well services the property and is designed to accommodate two homes, making it ideal for future development. The lower portion of the property is already set up for a second home site, including its own electrical panel—please note the electrical box will require an update to be operational. The current residence utilizes a cesspool system; buyer will need to replace it with a compliant septic system. This is a great opportunity for investors or buyers looking for a multi-home setup in a rural setting. Cash-only offers are required due to existing utilities and structure. With infrastructure already in place, this property is ready for your vision and improvements.
Nestled in the lush river valley of Medanales, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1,496 square feet of living space and is full of potential for the right buyer. While the home needs some TLC, the setting is truly special—approximately 70 mature fruit trees form a large orchard, and fertile pastures are currently in hay production. Bordering the Rio Chama, the property enjoys direct river access and boasts abundant water rights, making it ideal for farming, gardening, or simply enjoying the beauty of Northern New Mexico’s natural landscape. Whether you’re seeking a homestead, hobby farm, or investment opportunity, this rare riverside property offers the foundation to create something remarkable.
Nestled along the lush banks of the Chama River, this rare Medanales property offers the perfect blend of traditional New Mexico charm and agricultural functionality. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath adobe home features elegant diamond finish plaster walls, creating a warm and timeless interior aesthetic. Set on just under 36 irrigated acres, the land is currently in productive hay cultivation, yielding approximately 2 tons per acre. Water rights and fertile soil make this an exceptional opportunity for farming or ranching. A beautiful bosque of mature cottonwood trees lines the riverbank, providing shade, privacy, and stunning natural beauty. The property includes multiple equipment barns and a spacious garage workshop—ideal for storing farming machinery, tools, or pursuing hands-on projects. Two fully equipped RV hookups offer potential for rental income or comfortable accommodations for visiting friends and family. With riverfront access, scenic views, and robust infrastructure, this property is ideal for anyone seeking a serene rural lifestyle with income-producing potential in Northern New Mexico.
HUGE PRICE REDUCTION. A beautiful 2,588 square foot adobe home, surrounded by trees, shrubs, and wild flowers is a home and land that are rarely found together. As one approaches the house, there is a walled courtyard, with a flagstone sidewalk and flower beds, ready to make yours. Upon entering the home, one is welcomed into the living-room/ family room, by the view of a kiva fireplace to the right, the beautiful ceilings, with the vigas, separated by wood planks, the beautiful bright and shiny wood floors, and then there are the double adobe walls that are visible as one looks at the windowsill that once showcased many plants. The initial part of the house has double adobe walls. This part of the home has the kitchen, dining area, family/living room and a 3/4 bath. The kitchen/dining area is a sight. The stainless steel refrigerator and freezer do stand separately. Having a full-size freezer in the kitchen is very convenient. The bedrooms and owner suite bathroom is large, and spacious. The beautiful kiva fireplace makes this en suit very cozy and inviting. A good sized office, craft room, study, whatever the new owner wants to make it, is between the two bedrooms. The second bedroom, spacious as it is, could easily be more than just a bedroom. There is a detached, two car garage and another separate building for storage. Although the Chama river does not run directly alongside the land, one can watch the river meander and listen to the water flow. Imagine what this beautiful running body of water has to offer, a chance to relax and listen to the splashing water, and observe the sky and grandeur of nature. Minutes away from Los Alamos, Espanola, Santa Fe, and Abiquiu, this just may be the home you had only dreamed of. Time to make your dream come true.
Beautiful three year old home, secluded on 11 acre lot. home and all steel shop are bermed in so it features fantastic Privacy from the entry road and other homes. No covenants in this area but beautiful homes. Views to the river valley and the Jemez Mountains. The property includes a like-new, Steel construction workshop with insulation, a garage door and pedestrian door, Overhead gas heater. With county permission, an owner could build more outbuildings and probably a second home or more. There is a huge above ground garden that is fenced to protect it from animals. Property is only a couple hundred yards from BLM access to thousands of acres of public lands. The home was customized with a couple additional feet in living/dining areas.Save time from building, ready to move in. Great Kitchen
Medanales is located in New Mexico. Medanales, New Mexico has a population of 833. Medanales is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 18.61%.
The median household income in Medanales, New Mexico is $57,460. The median household income for the surrounding county is $46,994 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Medanales is 65.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 15.9 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 11.2 inches per year, with 9 inches of snow per year.
