Located in the heart of Eldorado, 11 Balsa Court offers the space, light, and lifestyle that make this community so sought-after. With big skies, open land, and privacy all around, this home backs to greenbelt and captures panoramic views of the San Pedro, Ortiz, and Jemez Mountains. Whether it's sunsets from the bedroom or stargazing from the patio, the connection to nature is constant.Inside, the layout is open and comfortable. The great room features beautiful viga ceilings, a kiva fireplace, Saltillo tile floors, and plenty of natural light. The kitchen is equipped with a large center island and modern lighting, and there's a built-in banco for casual dining. All rooms are generously sized, offering flexibility for how you live and work.Out back, a flagstone patio with a ramada creates a shaded outdoor living space ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The fully fenced yard makes life easy for pet owners, and the garden is already established with native trees and perennials.A 22-panel ground-mounted solar system (installed in 2021) covers nearly all electric needs, keeping monthly utility costs impressively low--typically under $12. In addition, there are 17 new windows that were replaced in the spring of 2023, Renewal by Anderson, energy efficient.Living in Eldorado means easy access to miles of trails, a tight-knit community, great schools, local markets and restaurants, and the kind of quiet that's getting harder to find. This is the kind of property that makes it easy to settle in and feel at home.
An established bedroom community of about 5000 residents – a mix of families, retirees, singles and couples–with its own commercial center, elementary school and social/recreational center, Eldorado is only twenty minutes from Santa Fe and feels like a transition between city and country. The area includes Dos Griegos, Alteza Estates, The Islands and Belizia.