Custom Homes in Corrales
Corrales has protected its rural character for decades. Building here means room to breathe, and a few village rules worth knowing before you draw a single line.
Building in Corrales
Corrales sits along the Rio Grande between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho, and it feels a world away from both. Cottonwoods, horse properties and long gravel drives are part of the deal.
That setting is protected by rules, and they shape what you can build. We check them against your lot and your plans before you commit, so the home you design is a home the village will approve.
Before You Buy or Build
What to Know Before You Build in Corrales
Minimum Lot Sizes
Corrales has zoning and land-use regulations that establish minimum lot sizes, but those requirements can vary depending on the property’s zoning classification and whether the lot was legally created before current regulations took effect.
Lot Coverage
The village limits how much of a lot can be covered by buildings, driveways and other hard surfaces. We plan the footprint, drive and patios to fit.
Casitas
A secondary dwelling is allowed on qualifying lots under the village’s casita ordinance. If you want one, we confirm what your lot allows before design starts.
What We Build in Corrales
Homes That Fit the Village
Most Corrales clients want a custom home that settles into the land: single-story, territorial or contemporary, with outdoor living that takes advantage of the space. We design around the lot rather than forcing a house plan onto it.
Custom HomesTruly custom homes for Albuquerque and the communities around it, from a hand-drawn sketch to the final walkthrough.Explore 
Land & Lot EvaluationScott checks utilities, zoning and topography before you commit. Stephanie can help you find and negotiate the land.Explore 
House Plans & DesignStart from one of our house plans, your own sketch or an architect’s drawings. We fit it to your land and budget and guide every selection.Explore
Questions
Building in Corrales
How Big Does a Lot Need to Be in Corrales?
It depends on the property. The minimum turns on the lot’s zoning classification and on whether it was legally created before the current rules, so some lots are smaller than others. We confirm what applies to yours before you buy.
Can I Build a Casita on My Corrales Lot?
Often, yes. Corrales allows a secondary dwelling on qualifying lots. We check what your lot allows before the plans are drawn.
Can Stephanie Help Me Find Land in Corrales?
Yes. Lots in Corrales are limited, and Stephanie can help you search and negotiate. You are always welcome to work with the broker of your choice.
Your Home Should Reflect the Way You Live
Let’s Start With Your Vision
A few quick questions about your land, plans, budget and timeline. We read every answer ourselves before we meet.