$256,500
Original price: $270,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 936 sqft (on 4.76 acres)
20 First Street, Carson, NM 87517
Est. Mortgage $1,493/mo*
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Single-Family Home
Built in 2003
4.76 acre lot
$274/sqft
Open Parking
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About this House
Quaint off-grid Earthship — Carson, NM 1 bed | 1 bath | 4.75 acres | Adjacent to BLM land. Secluded eco-home with 360-degree views, self-sufficient except for propane, and built from recycled materials with thermal mass construction for year-round comfort. Features a 750 sq ft metal roof feeding a 1,200-gallon rainwater cistern, gravity-fed septic (installed in 2023), and propane for the instant on-demand hot water heater, cooking, and refrigerator. Interior highlights include original stained-glass kitchen island and bathroom door, red-dyed concrete and flagstone floors, built-in adobe bunco style couch, wood stove, smooth plaster walls, large south-facing windows, and bedroom skylight. Direct BLM land access. Minutes to the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge; 15 min to Taos Mesa Brewing; 25 min to Taos, 30 min to Rio Grande access for fishing, kayaking, and hot springs; 45 min to Taos Ski Valley.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listing courtesy of John Johnston, (575) 758-1924
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate, (575) 758-1924
Alyssa Gomez, (575) 779-5529
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate, (575) 758-1924
Source: Enchanted Circle, MLS#115021

Also Listed on BHHS broker feed, Enchanted Circle.
Home Details for 20 First Street
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 936 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: PropaneAppliances: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, RefrigeratorRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Passive Solar,Wood StoveHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Passive Solar |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: One, Wood Burning StoveHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Single PaneFlooring: Concrete, Flagstone |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Concrete, Flagstone |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: FlatFencing: Chain LinkVegetation: SagebrushExterior: Gravel DrivewayFoundation: Slab |
Parking & Garage Has Open ParkingParking: Open |
Frontage Waterfront: NoneRoad Frontage: Public RoadNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Days on Market: 117 |
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Year Built Year Built: 2003 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Berm |
Building Construction Materials: Rammed Earth, Stucco |
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Price List Price: $256,500Price Per Sqft: $274 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Closing & Funding |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: CarsonCommunity: None |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 115021 |
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Building Area Building Area: 936 Square Feet |
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Lot Area: 4.76 Acres |
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Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To Sell |
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Mls Number: 115021Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet |
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Days On Market Replication: 92 |
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What Locals Say about Ranchos de Taos
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86 % Say car is needed
78 % Say it's dog friendly
78 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say yards are well-kept
70 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
41 % Say neighbors are friendly
38 % Say it's quiet
30 % Say people would walk alone at night
27 % Say kids play outside
22 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
11 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
11 % Say there are sidewalks
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Price and Tax history
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Jun 20, 2026 Source: Enchanted Circle #115021 | PriceChange | $256,500 Price decreased by 5% |
May 20, 2026 Source: Enchanted Circle #115021 | Listed For Sale | $270,000 |
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John Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Taos Real Estate, (575) 758-1924
Agent Phone: (575) 758-1924

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Frequently asked questions about 20 First Street
- What is the estimated monthly payment for 20 First Street?Based on a $256,500 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 20 First Street in Carson, NM is approximately $1,536 (about $1,390 principal & interest, $71 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
- What do residents say about Carson?Residents describe Carson, NM as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Carson, NM.
- What are the closest schools to 20 First Street?The closest schools to 20 First Street in Carson, NM are El Rito Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Mesa Vista High School (rated 8/10), Mesa Vista Middle School (rated 3/10).
- How big is the lot at 20 First Street?The lot at 20 First Street in Carson, NM is about 4.8 acres.
- Does 20 First Street have parking?Yes, 20 First Street in Carson, NM has on-site parking.
20 First Street, Carson, NM 87517 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 936 sqft single-family home built in 2003. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Enchanted Circle on May 20, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 115021.

