Some homes are pretty. Some are practical. This one somehow manages to be both, and then throws in a little Taos magic for good measure. The magic? You’re in town. And THAT is your view of Taos Mountain. Yep. You get both. Welcome to 412 Valverde Commons Drive, where soaring viga-and-latilla ceilings (vigas in every room, mind you), diamond-finish plaster walls, recycled pine floors, and natural light that seems to know exactly where to land create a home that feels every bit as good as it looks. The floor plan? Just right. Not too big. Not too small. And brilliantly designed with the primary suite on one side and the guest bedrooms on the other. Everyone gets their space. Everyone gets their privacy. Everyone stays friends. The living room practically begs for a crackling fire and an excuse to cancel your plans. And the sunroom? Curl up with a book and lose an afternoon. You’ve got nowhere better to be. The kitchen is the kind that makes you suddenly interested in cooking. Gorgeous Picture Stone sandstone countertops, generous prep space, and yet another Taos Mountain view so distracting you may forget why you walked in there in the first place. Designed and built by the talented team at Magee Design + Magee Build, this home proves sustainable building can be smart, sophisticated, comfortable, and downright gorgeous. Because beauty is only half the story. Recycled pine floors and doors, ADA-friendly design, radiant comfort, and an innovative solar hot-water preheating system mean this house works just as hard as it wows. Pretty AND smart. We love an overachiever. Then there’s Valverde Commons, one of Taos’ best-kept secrets. It’s a community built around connection without sacrificing privacy. Wander the walking paths, borrow a tool from the Common Barn, tackle a project in the woodworking shop, join a potluck at the Common House, or just wave to neighbors who still believe front porches are for visiting. Need a little more room to roam? Sunset Park’s ten acres of open space are right across the road, while Historic Taos Plaza is just a few blocks away and Cids organic Food Mart is even closer. Timeless New Mexico architecture. Thoughtful craftsmanship. Sustainable design. Taos Mountain filling the windows. And an in-town location that’s increasingly hard to find. If you’ve been waiting for the rare house that checks the boxes and has a little soul… Congratulations. Your patience has officially paid off. Fire has been digitally added to select photos for illustrative purposes.
- Heating System:
- Fireplace(s), Radiant, Hot Water, Active Solar, Passive Solar
- Fireplace:
- One, Living Room
- Patio:
- Patio, Porch, Covered
- Sewer:
- Community/Coop Sewer
- Utilities:
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available
- Waterfront Features:
- None
- Window Features:
- Window Coverings, Insulated Windows
- Architectural Style:
- Southwestern, Pueblo
- Exterior Features:
- Gravel Driveway
- Fireplaces Total:
- 1
- Flooring:
- Wood, Tile, Brick
- Interior Features:
- Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Wired for Sound, Handicap Access
- Appliances:
- Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Country:
- US
- State:
- NM
- County:
- Taos
- City:
- Taos
- Subdivision:
- Other
- Zipcode:
- 87571
- Street:
- Valverde Commons Dr
- Street Number:
- 412
- Mls Area Major:
- TOWN OF TAOS (45A)
- Directions:
- From Plaza, take Valverde Street. Turn ontoValverde Commons and take first left ontoValverde Commons Drive. Follow to houseon right, look for sign.
- Office Name:
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate
- Agent Name:
- None
- Levels:
- One
- Lot Features:
- Level, Garden, Views, Drip Irrigation/Bubblers, Trees, Xeriscape
- Stories:
- 1
- Virtual Tour:
- https://youtu.be/ZtkaYUSjp8Y
- Water Source:
- Public
- Building Size:
- 2298
- Construction Materials:
- Stucco, Adobe
- Foundation Details:
- Slab
- Tax Annual Amount:
- 2937.59
- Association Fee:
- 172.0
- Association Fee Frequency:
- Monthly
- Association Fee Includes:
- Recreation Facilities
- List Agent Mls Id:
- 955
- List Office Mls Id:
- 25
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-08-19T20:18:41Z
- Originating System Name:
- TAOS
Residential For Sale
412 Valverde Commons Dr, Taos, New Mexico 87571
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 115536
- Price :
- $915,000
- Bedrooms :
- 3
- Bathrooms :
- 2
- Square Footage :
- 2,298 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 2012
- Lot Area :
- 18 Acre
- Status :
- Active
- Number of Acres :
- 18
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Pitched, Other
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
