772 State Highway 165, Placitas, NM 87043 (MLS# 1108480)

772 State Highway 165, Placitas, NM 87043

$2,200,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 5 Square Footage: 5,674 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 301,871 Status: Active
Current Price: $2,200,000 List Date: 8/04/2026 Last Modified: 8/04/2026

Description

**ELK RIDGE RANCH** Welcome to **Elk Ridge Ranch**, a remarkable 2 parcels combined for a 7± acre luxury estate nestled in the foothills of Placitas with breathtaking Sandia Mountain views and expansive New Mexico skies. Thoughtfully designed by the Dansfelser family, this extraordinary property blends authentic Southwestern architecture with exceptional ranch infrastructure, creating a one-of-a-kind estate ideal as a private residence, equestrian property, executive retreat, boutique ranch, or potential bed-and-breakfast, wellness retreat, or hospitality destination (subject to zoning and permitting). The custom **4,730± square-foot residence** showcases timeless craftsmanship with diamond-finish plaster walls, exposed vigas, brick and flagstone flooring, generous living areas, and abundant natural light. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the home features multiple gathering spaces, a spacious sunroom overlooking the grounds, a private primary suite, refrigerated air, instant hot water, surround sound, smart-home technology, motion sensors, and an expansive game room. A detached **944± square-foot guest home** offers two bedrooms, a full kitchen, living area, laundry, and private separation from the main residence. Ideal for extended family, guests, a caretaker, private office, or creative studio, it adds exceptional flexibility to the estate. The outdoor setting is equally impressive. A private pond with a waterfall, diving platform, cooled pump house, built with a durable 60 mil liner, and an RV hook up, serves as the centerpiece of the property, creating a peaceful setting for entertaining, recreation, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. Mature trees, open pasture, sweeping mountain views, and thoughtfully designed improvements create a rare combination of beauty, privacy, and functionality. A passion for ranch-style luxury living is evident throughout the estate. Every element has been carefully planned, from the placement of the residence and guest home to the ranch improvements and expansive pastures, creating a seamless blend of elegance, functionality, and natural beauty. Purposefully improved for ranch operations, Elk Ridge Ranch features extensive large-game perimeter fencing, multiple fenced pastures and paddocks, a substantial steel equipment building, covered equipment and hay storage, detached garage/workshop, refrigerated workspace and storage, utility buildings, and excellent internal access throughout the property. These improvements represent years of thoughtful planning and significant investment while maintaining the elegance of the estate. Additional amenities include an **owned solar system**, private well servicing both residences, owned propane tanks, recently refreshed stucco, Pella windows installed within the past several years, a roof reported to be approximately ten years old, and a three-car garage, enhancing efficiency, comfort, and long-term value. Located in highly desirable Placitas, the property offers peaceful rural living just minutes from Albuquerque, Interstate 25, shopping, dining, golf, hiking, and approximately one hour from Santa Fe. More than simply a home on acreage, **Elk Ridge Ranch** is a legacy estate where luxury, craftsmanship, scenic beauty, and exceptional ranch infrastructure come together to create one of Placitas' most remarkable offerings. Whether your vision is a private family sanctuary, luxury ranch, equestrian property, or boutique hospitality retreat, this exceptional estate offers a rare opportunity to own one of New Mexico's finest properties.

More Information MLS# 1108480

Contract Information

List Price: $2,200,000 Current Price: $2,200,000 List Price/SqFt: 387.73 Status: Active

Location

Street #: 772 Street Name: State Highway 165 County: Sandoval City/Town Code: Placitas State/Province: NM Zip Code: 87043 Zip +4: 8694 Directions: Placitas Exit From I-25-e For 7.6 Mi(Just Past 7 Mile Marker)on Right-enter Elk Ridge Ranch Drive At 772 Hwy 165 Geo Lat: 35.30407 Geo Lon: -106.41007 MLS Area Major: 180 - Placitas Area Zone Atlas: NOZA

General Property Description

Property Sub-Type: Detached Permanent Foundation: Yes Offsite Built: No Total Units: 1 Stories in Unit: 2 UPC Unitized: No Fireplace: Yes # of Fireplaces: 4 Stories: 2 Faces: North Builder: Danfelser Living Area: 5674 Living Area Source: Floorplan Lot Size Acres: 6.93 Lot Size Square Feet: 301871 Lot Size Source: On-Line Flood Zone: X Disability Access: No PBR on Main: No Bedrooms Total: 4 Bathrooms Full: 3 Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1 Bathrooms Half: 1 Total Bathrooms: 5 Primary Bath Desc: Full Bath Private Pool: Yes Elementary School: Placitas Middle School: Bernalillo High School: Bernalillo Year Built: 1962 Year Built Details: Home was remodeled in 1991 and again in 1996 Year Built Source: Public Records LBP Disclosure: Yes Garage Spaces: 3 Basement: No Accessory Dwelling Unit: Yes Loft: No

Tax Legal Info

Subdivision Name: Lands Of Danfelser

Rooms

Bedroom 2 Level: Main Bedroom 2 Length: 19 Bedroom 2 Width: 9 Bedroom 3 Level: Upper Bedroom 3 Length: 16 Bedroom 3 Width: 12 Bedroom 4 Level: Upper Bedroom 4 Length: 12 Bedroom 4 Width: 11 Dining Room Level: Main Dining Room Length: 19 Dining Room Width: 11 Family Room Level: Main Family Room Length: 19 Family Room Width: 14 Kitchen Level: Main Kitchen Length: 19 Kitchen Width: 12 Living Room Level: Main Living Room Length: 21 Living Room Width: 31 Primary Bedroom Level: Upper Primary Bedroom Length: 19 Primary Bedroom Width: 23 Office Level: Main Office Length: 18 Office Width: 11

Sunroom

Sunroom: Yes Sunroom Finished: Yes Sunroom Heated: Yes Sunroom SqFt: 330 Sunroom SqFt Incl: Yes

Accessory Dwelling Unit Information

ADU SqFt: 944 ADU Bedrooms: 2 ADU Bedrooms Included YN: Yes ADU Bathrooms: 1 ADU Bathrooms Included YN: Yes

Green

Green: No HERS: No

Miscellaneous

Guard House/Service: No Hist Prop/Lndmk: No Rented: No Tenant Stays: No Land Lease: No

Association Details

Association: No

Cooling

Centrally Ducted: Yes

Sales Info

Seller Assist Ofrd: No Trade/Xch Considered: No

Property Features

Construction Materials: Adobe; Stucco Foundation Details: Permanent Build Description: Resale Fireplace Type: Kiva; Wood Burning Pool: In Ground Garage Type: Detached; Finished Other Structures: Barn(s); Garage(s); Pool House; Shed(s); Stable(s); Storage; Workshop Rooms: Bedroom 2; Bedroom 3; Bedroom 4; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Office Laundry Features: Utility Closet Laundry Power: Electric Roof: Flat; Rolled Roofing Fencing: Cross Fenced; Fenced All Exterior Features: Balcony; Fire Pit; Gated; Patio Covered; Patio Open; RV Access/Parking; RV Hookup; Water Feature Interior Features: 2+ Living Areas; 2+MBR; Alarm System; Beamed Ceilings; Breakfast Nook; Built-In Bookcase; Ceiling Fan(s); Formal DR; Hobby Room; MB Shower/Tub; Pantry; Skylights(s); Study/Office; Sunken LR; Walk-In Closet(s) Appliances: Cooktop; Dishwasher; Disposal; Double Oven; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Trash Compactor; Washer Utilities: Electricity Connected; Propane; Propane Owned; Sewer Connected; Water Connected Heating: Ductless Cooling: Ductless; Refrigerated Wastewater: Septic Tank Water Source: Private Well Landscape: Front and Back; Garden; Many Trees; Partial Landscape; SW Natural Ldscp (G) Flooring: Brick; Carpet; Stone Windows: Thermal-Double Pane Green Energy Generation: Solar Power Production Ownership: Seller Owned Electric Provider: Public Utility Lot Description: Views; Wooded and Meadow Finance Considered: Cash; Conventional Road Frontage Type: Private Road; State Road Road Surface Type: Asphalt Possession: Day of Funding Zoning: CD-LP

Room Information

Living Room Length: 21.00 Length: 21.00 Width: 31.00 Width: 31.00 Level: Main Kitchen Length: 19.00 Length: 19.00 Width: 12.00 Width: 12.00 Level: Main Remarks: Includes Breakfast nook Primary Bedroom Length: 19.00 Length: 19.00 Width: 23.00 Width: 23.00 Level: Upper Dining Room Length: 19.00 Length: 19.00 Width: 11.00 Width: 11.00 Level: Main Bedroom 2 Length: 19.00 Length: 19.00 Width: 9.00 Width: 9.00 Level: Main Remarks: In-Law Suite Bedroom 3 Length: 16.00 Length: 16.00 Width: 12.00 Width: 12.00 Level: Upper Bedroom 4 Length: 12.00 Length: 12.00 Width: 11.00 Width: 11.00 Level: Upper Office Length: 18.00 Length: 18.00 Width: 11.00 Width: 11.00 Level: Main Family Room Length: 19.00 Length: 19.00 Width: 14.00 Width: 14.00 Level: Main Remarks: In-Law Suite Family Room Length: 16.00 Length: 16.00 Width: 18.00 Width: 18.00 Level: Main

Documents

Listing Office: RE/MAX ELEVATE
Last Updated: August - 04 - 2026
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