What makes your home a Green or Healthy Home?
This home is located in an established, thriving co-housing community. The community prohibits the use of pesticides and synthetic fragrances are not permitted in the common areas. Integrated pest management (IPM) techniques are utilized for all landscape in the community. This home features tinted concrete, bamboo, and cork flooring, copper-pipe radiant heating, a whole-house water filtration system along with a reverse osmosis system for drinking water and uses only non-toxic, biodegradable and/or organic cleaning products.Property Description
An exquisite, comfortable home very close to downtown nestled in a beautifully landscaped community. This distinctive, lovely home was designed and built by the architect Paula Baker-LaPorte, of EcoNest Design and co-author of "Prescriptions for a Healthy Home." Located steps from the Santa Fe River and Frenchy’s Park, the Commons on the Alameda co-housing community combines the advantages of private ownership with the benefits of shared common facilities and interaction with your neighbors. This private home features hand troweled plaster walls, two kiva fireplaces, vigas, carved wood details, nichos, flagstone window ledges, cork, bamboo and tinted concrete floors, Bosch and Jenn Air appliances, and a separate casita. The 3 bedroom, 2 full bath main house is approximately 1600 sq. ft., while the 540 sq. ft. casita includes a 3/4 bath and has a separate entrance making it perfect as a studio, rental, home office, or private guest house. The upstairs master suite features a kiva fireplace, private bath with copper sink and deep soaking tub, and a deck with views to the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Mature fruit trees, roses, wildflowers and grapes surround this peaceful home. A wonderful opportunity to experience the beauty and charm of Santa Fe.
Neighborhood Description
This home is located in the Commons on the Alameda co-housing community, established in 1992. The design of the community evokes a village-like setting, combining privacy and the opportunity for neighborly interaction. It features five acres of beautiful grounds designed by a well-regarded landscape architect. The community includes a common house with a kitchen and dining room where residents can participate in twice weekly shared meals if they so desire, a childrens room, an exercise room, and a parlor for meeting and socializing. There are 3 guest rooms available that can be rented at a very reasonable rate for visiting family or friends.Market Area
Located approximately three miles from the Plaza in the heart of downtown Santa Fe. This property is only steps from the Santa Fe River and a local park which uses IPM. Soon to be connected to downtown by a riverfront bike/pedestrian trail.School District
Community
The Commons on the AlamedaLocation of Home or Land
Urban
Elevation of Home
Mountain
Air Quality
| Agriculture in Area | no |
| Industry in Area | no |
| Air Pollution in Area | no |
| Pesticide Free | yes |
| Fragrance Free | yes |
| Cleaned with Green Products | yes |
Interior Environment
| Heating System | Fireplace |
| Cooling System | Passive Cooling |
| Ventilation System | Other |
| Whole House Filtration | None |
| Whole House Vacuum | no |
Energy & Water
| Water System | Municipal |
| Wastewater System | Municipal |
Construction Information
| Exterior Finish | Stucco |
| Interior Finish | Cement Plaster |
| Interior Paint | Low VOC |
| Floor Material | Concrete |
| Roof Material | Flat |
| Window Material | Wood Dual Glazed |
| Insulation Material | Fiberglass |
Garage / Car Port
| Garage / Carport | yes |
| Garage Type | carport_detached |
| Number of Cars | 1 |
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