Santa Fe has a long-standing reputation as one of the best places to visit, to live and to retire. A diverse economy, moderate climate and great quality of life make Santa Fe an ideal place to do business, raise children or enjoy the retirement years in a stimulating cultural environment. With a population of 68,000 the city has hundreds of years of history and small-town charm combined with the sophistication of a world-class destination.

Santa Fe holds a powerful appeal for those who love arts and cultural activities, and the area holds equal advantages for those who love the out of doors, offering anything from beautifully groomed golf courses to a variety of other sports, including skiing, hiking, white water rafting, and fly-fishing.

The Chamber’s Resource Center offers a relocation package that provides newcomers with a comprehensive overview of living and working in the Santa Fe area, as well as the vast recreational opportunities the northern New Mexico region has to offer.

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• For the eighth year in a row, Santa Fe has made Travel + Leisure (T+L) magazine's "World's Best Awards" list of top 10 favorite Continental United States and Canadian travel destinations. For 2009 Santa Fe is ranked as the fifth most popular travel city in North America by the magazine's travel-savvy readers. In 2008 Santa Fe was also in the poll's fifth spot while in 2007 Santa Fe ranked fourth. Clearly, Santa Fe remains an enduring favorite with the publication's large group of sophisticated and passionate travelers.

• On Sperling’s Best Places to Live list dated March 15, 2007, Santa Fe is second among the Ten Best Places to Live, and takes second-best place for artists and creatives.

• Santa Fe is second on a list of 11 cities acclaimed as Best Places to Live in the October 2007 issue of Resident magazine.

• Santa Fe ranked fifth in Best Towns 2007 by Outside Magazine in its August 2007 issue.

• Santa Fe is the second best place to live in the United States, according to Cities Ranked & Rated. The book released in 2004 gave Santa Fe the second highest marks as the most livable city in the country.

• Santa Fe was rated America’s Healthiest City by Organic Style magazine in September 2003.

• Santa Fe appeared in the "10 Best Places for Business and Careers" as determined by Forbes magazine in the May, 2003 issue.

• In April of 2003, AARP Magazine named Santa Fe one of the 15 best places in the country to "reinvent yourself."

Real Estate in Santa Fe

Whether you are seeking a mountain top estate with views to forever, an original adobe home close to the historic Plaza, or a casita or apartment for long- or short-term rental, Santa Fe has a home perfectly suited to your needs. The variety of property available is enormous, and the resources presented here are designed to help you make the best decision to fit your needs.

If you are buying a home, your first need is for a qualified real estate agent who is familiar with the local market. The agents listed here are all members of the Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce, and many have links to their websites and email addresses.

The Santa Fe Association of Realtors (505) 989-8385 can provide you with real estate information and property tax information.

The Public Housing Authority (505) 988-2859 assists Santa Feans with renting houses and apartments and general information.

The Landlord Tenant Hotline (505) 983-8447 offers non-attorney advice for renters and landlords in order to prevent disputes arising.

The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority 800-444-6880 makes available low-interest loans, down payment and closing cost assistance to qualifying individuals.