5 homes in Santa Fe on the market for $450K and under

Santa Fe is home to a variety of historic landmarks and tourist destinations. Housing in the city, much like elsewhere in the state, has skyrocketed over the past several years. However, there are still viable options for those searching for a good family home.

These homes available for $450,000 or below showcase the diversity of styles to be found in the City Different.

1016 San Lorenzo

1016 San Lorenzo Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87505

This house has the potential for four bedrooms and comes with two full bathrooms. The backyard is spacious and has turfgrass, established shade trees, flowers and a covered patio. There is also a shed for additional storage. The roof and water heater have been updated. The laundry room is spacious and has plenty of cabinets and peg board space for storage.

Price: $450,000

Year built: 1963

House size: 1,523 square feet

Lot size: 0.16 acres

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 1 full bath, 1 half-bath

2503 Cactus

2503 Cactus Lane, Santa Fe, NM 87505

This house will need some renovations, but has what real estate agents refer to as "great bones." Underneath the dated shag carpet are hardwood floors. The living room features a brick fireplace and built-in bookshelf. There is a wood-burning stove in a room adjacent to the living room. The concrete-floor basement also has its own brick fireplace. The front porch is surrounded by intricate metal railings. The yard surrounding the house is more than an acre and has established trees and shrubs.

Price: $450,000

Year built: 1965

House size: 3,752 square feet

Lot size: 1.01 acres

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 2 full baths

2210 W Alameda

2210 W Alameda St Unit 1, Santa Fe, NM 87507

This condo has an attached studio and is situated near the Santa Fe River, a few minutes' walk from the historic Santa Fe plaza. The studio has its own entrance and bathroom. The backyard has been landscaped with raised garden beds and there are established trees throughout the property.

Price: $439,000

Year built: N/A

House size: 1,794 square feet

Lot size: N/A acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 3 three-quarter baths

6076 Monte Verde

6076 Monte Verde Place, Santa Fe, NM 87507

This home has west-facing windows that let in lots of natural light. The open floor plan has a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor, and three bedrooms and two bathrooms on the second floor. A gas fireplace makes for a cozy winter's evening spent together in the living room. The flooring is a mix of tile, laminate and vinyl. The large gravel backyard is fenced in and has space for a grill, picnic table and play set.

Price: $410,000

Year built: 2000

House size: 1,598 square feet

Lot size: 0.10 acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 2 full baths, 1 three-quarter bath

4744 Highlands

4744 Highlands Loop, Santa Fe, NM 87507

This house comes with an updated kitchen and laundry room. The carpet is new, and the stucco has been refreshed. The exterior doors pop with a vibrant cobalt blue. The living room ceiling is accented by wooden vigas. A sliding door leads from the kitchen to the backyard, which is a blank slate ready for the new owner's vision. There is also a shed for extra storage.

Price: $408,000

Year built: 2003

House size: 1,253 square feet

Lot size: 0.12 acres

Bedrooms: 3

Baths: 1 full bath, 1 three-quarter bath