luxury houses for sale Marfa, United States

One-of-a-kind hilltop residential compound with expansive views. This 16+ acre private hilltop compound overlooking Marfa was meticulously constructed over a decade to provide an idyllic experience of high-desert living. The design, construction, quality, and amenities of this unique property are unparalleled. The location is deceptively private, yet provides immediate access to town. The main entrance off San Antonio Street—Marfa’s main thoroughfare—is hidden in plain sight, just beyond the city limits. The linear steel entrance gate opens onto a maintained gravel road that winds to the top of the hill. Over two hundred native and adapted planted trees provide privacy, shade, and wind breaks, and have created a flourishing wildlife habitat. Views across the broad Marfa Plateau extend in every direction for dozens of miles, punctuated by Mount Livermore, Chinati Peak, and the Puertacitas mountains. The Mitchell Flat spreads out to the east, and is the prime viewing location for the famed Marfa Lights. The property's southern border abuts a sizable ranch, providing access for wildlife. Frequent visitors include pronghorn antelope, mule deer, javelina, foxes, bobcats, and abundant migratory birds. The property is fenced, with two additional access points: a second vehicular entrance and a private pedestrian gate onto East Dallas Street. At over 4,700 feet in elevation, this sophisticated compound includes four buildings totaling over 6,000 square feet: the Residence, a four-car Garage/Shop, a Guesthouse/Studio, and a Barn/RV Garage. The property is supplied by city water, sewer, and gas, has buried electric, whole-house water filtration, a water well, a 1000-gallon rainfall collection system, and a 15kW solar array with battery backup. The buildings are surrounded by native grasses and planted gardens. Designed by Taalman Architecture of Los Angeles, the 2,078-square-foot residence has 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths oriented around a south-facing courtyard. Linda Taalman's IT House system, including Bosch aluminum framing, was prefabricated and then assembled onsite, allowing machined-level finishes. Exterior walls are predominantly full-height sliding glass panels, capable of expanding the rooms into the many structured outdoor spaces and the viewscape beyond. These panels are tinted and reflective, rendering a cool and serene indoor atmosphere. The interior is sleek and minimalist--a palette of dark wood cabinetry, concrete wallboard, and perforated stainless-steel ceilings. Concrete floors provide radiant heating, and five zoned air-conditioners provide summer comfort. The central living, dining, and kitchen spaces are flanked by residential wings. The west side includes the primary bedroom and bath. Across the courtyard, the east side has two full bedrooms and a glass-encased bathroom with a shower. Every room has abundant storage within the custom cabinetry. The kitchen and utility feature Miele appliances. Just east of the residence--across a wide parking court--is a spacious Garage/Shop. This 1,650-square-foot building accommodates 4 vehicles behind two insulated steel doors and includes storage, workspaces, and a roof-mounted solar array with a backup battery that provides continuity of electrical service. The separate 1,375-square-foot Guesthouse/Studio has high ceilings and large windows, a full kitchen, central HVAC, and a full bath with complete laundry. Finally, as property of this size requires a place for large equipment and maintenance items, the 1,375-square-foot Barn/RV Garage has 12’ automatic overhead doors to accommodate both a tractor and recreational vehicles and includes a floor drain, power car wash, and plentiful electric connections. Experience the best that the high-desert lifestyle has to offer at this peerless residence. Offering a combination of acreage, views, high design, and amenities that cannot be replicated in Marfa. The ultimate high-desert hideout can be yours.

503 West Waco Street, Marfa, TX 79843 This midcentury adobe with hay bale addition has an airy, open layout with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a carport, and utility closet. The entry gate and stucco wall allow for privacy at the front patio without disrupting the flow of light into the living areas. The floor plan has a large room for dining, living, and the modern kitchen with ample space for flexibility in furniture placement. The entire home has soaring ceilings, white plaster walls, and saltillo tile creating a modern, yet warm, interior environment. The two bedrooms are separated by a hall leading to the large yard. A lovely, clean full bath with radiant heat is adjacent to the larger bedroom and living room. A convenient carport at alley protects your vehicle from the high desert weather.

At the very highest point of Marfa sits 1104 North Alamito Street, a celebration of contemporary architecture that perfectly embodies the city surrounding it. The main house, designed by Cameron Armstrong Architects and expertly constructed of Hebel block and structural steel, creates a unique experience with the high desert. Sweeping views of the Haystacks and Puertacita Mountains stretch along the eastern skyline, with the home itself oriented to maximize the incomparable vistas. Comprising seven platted lots, the upper three host the luxurious main home, casita, and outbuildings, while the lower four slope down twenty feet to Hermosa Street and protect the jaw-dropping eastern views. Find your personal oasis in the northern end of the house, where the sprawling primary suite will welcome rest and relaxation. A gorgeous guest suite awaits by the entry, while a detached casita is a home-away-from-home for guests, offering additional flexibility and privacy. The open interior is bathed in light from the massive eastern fenestrations. Entertain outdoors on the expansive covered patio, cuddled up by the outdoor fireplace as the sun rises over the mountain ranges or the stars sparkle in the coal-black Texas sky.

1310 Philadelphia Street is located in Marfa's West Heights Addition, convenient to restaurants, walking trails, and shops. Every element of this turn key mid-century low-ranch style home was taken into consideration when it was extensively renovated. With a high end finish out, low-maintenance landscaping, and a 2-car garage, this move in ready property which is suitable for a primary residence, second home, or short-term rental. The home has been owned by the same family since it was built. There 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and spacious utility room at the east end, with the kitchen adjacent to another room on the west suitable for a third bedroom or office. All rooms have quality replacement windows and blinds, providing substantial natural lighting throughout the home. The large kitchen is replete with stainless appliances, solid-surface countertops, and quality cabinetry- an unusual find at this price-point in Marfa! Outside, the ~1/3 acre corner lot offers enough space for outdoor entertaining and practical storage needs. The back yard has a 600+ square screened-in porch built in 2023 with direct access to the kitchen. There is a covered patio to the north with sizable secured closet. On the southeast corner facing Philadelphia Street the concrete-block, 2 car garage, also built in 2023, with automatic door encloses the fully irrigated yard and ads privacy.