A better way to live,
by design.

Building your best life in a community designed to grow with you.

Esencia partners with exceptional homebuilders who share a commitment to the land and to the people who will call this place home. D.R. Horton and Pulte Homes bring trusted craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and enduring quality to every residence, creating spaces that feel rooted in the landscape and built for longevity.

Award-winning Builders

Homes in Esencia range from 1,557 to 3,491+ square feet, with single- and two-story designs, plus future neighbor-hoods planned as the community continues to grow.

Pulte Homes — Prato Floorplan

D.R. Horton — The Aspen Floorplan

A hillside park at the heart of Esencia

Conceptual rendering — subject to change

Shaded ramadas, seating areas, and play spaces

Conceptual rendering — subject to change

50% open space

With 141 acres of open space, Esencia boasts a sense of spaciousness, breathability, and a close connection to its surroundings. Half of the community will remain undeveloped, allowing native grasses, wildlife corridors, and mountain views to stretch across the land without interruption. Goat herders nurture and maintain native grasses. This open space supports the trail network, protects the natural terrain, and ensures the landscape guides the experience of living here.

Community trails

Esencia’s trail system follows the contours of the land, creating pathways through parks, shaded viewpoints, and the high plains. These trails connect seamlessly to the main public trail beyond the community, giving residents access to regional routes that lead deeper into Santa Fe’s remarkable natural beauty.

Parks and scenic views

Parks throughout Esencia are designed as natural gathering places that welcome people of all ages and abilities while maintaining the landscape’s character. The main park sits at the heart of the community with ramadas, shaded seating, and a playground crafted from natural materials. Here, families can gather in spaces where little ones can run, explore, and laugh while parents unwind in the fresh air. Areas for gentle balance training and low-impact movement support older residents, and accessible paths ensure everyone can enjoy time outdoors with comfort and ease. A scenic overlook offers sweeping mountain vistas and a quiet sense of connection to the land, creating moments of reflection for residents year-round.

Find your new home

Min/Max Price

SQ Footage

1,557 – 2,497 sq. ft.
Starting from the low-$500Ks
1,634 – 3,491+ sq. ft.
Starting from the high-$500Ks