Tucked away in the heart of El Rito, this old adobe home is rich with character, history, and potential. Offering 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, the property has served as a long-term rental for many years and presents a great opportunity for restoration, renovation, or investment. With its traditional adobe charm and cozy footprint, this is a rare chance to own an authentic piece of Northern New Mexico. Please note that the home will require the installation of a specialized septic system designed for small lots, at the buyer's expense.
The property includes private off-alley parking, a small backyard space, and is being sold "as-is." Whether you're seeking a project, weekend retreat, or investment opportunity, this little adobe is ready for its next chapter.
For sale
$85,000
1216 State Road 554, El Rito, NM 87530
1beds
684sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$560/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$124/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Old adobe homeTraditional adobe charmPrivate off-alley parkingRich with characterSmall backyard spaceCozy footprint
- 85 days |
- 1,092 |
- 68 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matthew A. Tootelian 505-930-4969,
Barker Realty, LLC 505-982-9836
Source: SFARMLS,MLS#: 202601897
Originating MLS: Santa Fe Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Propane, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- No Interior Steps
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 684
- Total interior livable area: 684 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Not ADA Compliant
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1040144044394
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Northern New Mexico
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Adobe, Frame, Stucco
- Roof: Metal,Pitched
Condition
- Unknown
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Other, Septic Needed, See Remarks
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Rito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $124/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $49,929
- Annual tax amount: $401
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $85,000$124/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $401 +10.7% | $16,643 +3% |
| 2024 | $362 +1.4% | $16,158 +1.6% |
| 2023 | $357 -4.9% | $15,908 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $375 +7.5% | $15,651 |
| 2021 | $349 +11.2% | $15,651 +3% |
| 2020 | $314 | $15,195 +3% |
| 2019 | $314 +12.6% | $14,752 +3% |
| 2018 | $279 +7.9% | $14,323 |
| 2017 | $258 -10.7% | $14,323 |
| 2016 | $289 | $14,323 -0.6% |
| 2015 | $289 -2.3% | $14,407 +3% |
| 2014 | $296 +8.3% | $13,987 +9.3% |
| 2011 | $273 +19.2% | $12,801 |
| 2009 | $229 | $12,801 |
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Neighborhood: 87530
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10El Rito Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Mesa Vista Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 8.8 mi
- 8/10Mesa Vista High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: El Rito
- Middle: Mesa Vista Jr High
- High: Mesa Vista 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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