Are you ready? Are you ready to sign the paperwork on one of the apartments near Santa Fe, pack your bags, move to the city, and start this new, amazing chapter of your life?

You probably are ready because you have heard all of the amazing things that come with living in Santa Fe. From the breathtaking views to the art to the people to the slower, laid-back, comfortable pace of living, Santa Fe seems to have it all - something for everyone and definitely something for you.

With that being said, what are the most important things that you should know when you are planning your move to Santa Fe? There are particular things that you need to remember, keep in mind, and plan for. Knowledge is power and having knowledge about these things will make your life in Santa Fe so much better.

The Climate: Some people are drawn to Santa Fe, New Mexico because of the climate but others are actually scared away by it. You definitely need to know what to expect when it comes to the weather in the area.

Santa Fe is known for its crisp desert climate, which is marked by low humidity but substantial temperature changes between day and night. The days can be very warm but the nights can be bitterly cold, with only a few hours between the two extremes. 

Meanwhile, summers may be hot and dry, while winters are often freezing with occasional snowfall. It would be wise of you to be prepared for these weather changes and always dress appropriately.

Transportation: How are you getting around when you move to Santa Fe? Do you have a car or will you rely on public transportation? If you’re choosing the latter, there are a few things to remember.

Firstly, there is only limited public transportation in Santa Fe, which means that most residents use their own cars to get around. That being said, there are public transit options, they are just now widespread. When planning where you want to live in the city, try to map it out according to what’s close to a public transportation hub in the city.

Water: As you know, Santa Fe is located in the middle of a desert, which means that water can be scarce and needs to be treated with care during certain times of the year. Therefore, you should be prepared to encounter the city’s strict water conservation rules that have been put in place so that everyone can have a fair share of water.

Always be considerate of how much water that you are using and be sure that you know local law and regulations when it comes to how you can use your water.