Independent neighborhood guide, not affiliated with any homeowners association, property manager, city or official board.
Updated October 23, 2026
About 160 rambler, ranch and split-level homes on the southwest side of Lotus Lake, just north of downtown. Santa Fe is wooded, quiet and central.
Santa Fe is off Laredo Drive just north of downtown Chanhassen. It has about 160 single-family homes.
Here’s an honest look, whether you’re selling or buying.
What’s close by
City Center Park, Kerber Pond Park, Lake Ann Park, Lake Susan Park, Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Hazeltine National Golf Club are close. Lake Ann Park, about 102 acres, has a swimming beach, picnic shelters, tennis, ball fields, volleyball and trails. Downtown Chanhassen has shopping, dining, groceries and entertainment. See Chanhassen parks and trails and community amenities.
What buyers check before they tour
- Schools: Santa Fe is served by Eastern Carver County Schools (ISD 112). Nearby schools include Chanhassen Elementary, Bluff Creek Elementary and Chanhassen High School, and private options include St. Hubert Catholic School and Chapel Hill Academy. Boundaries can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the district.
- On or near the water: For lake-view or lakeshore lots, ask about shoreline rules, docks, flood zones and any lake association.
- Condition: Roof, windows, mechanicals and drainage tell you more about a home’s next ten years than the paint color does. Plan a professional inspection.
A simple plan for your Santa Fe move
I’ve been helping people sell and buy homes across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida for about two decades, and I build and remodel luxury homes too. I’ll help you see both what a property is and what it could be.
Getting the house ready, or making it yours
If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. Learn more about Chanhassen, its parks and trails and community life, or see nearby Santa Vera.
Super Crew Contractors, Ivy Lane Homes and Intrinsic Insurance are owned by David Olson; you are free to use any contractor, builder or insurer.
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Your next step in Santa Fe
Chanhassen homes are priced neighborhood by neighborhood. Whether you’re selling or buying, I’ll help you make a plan that fits.
Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with sellers and buyers, and that’s where I can help you most in Santa Fe.
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