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Gene Hackman's Santa Fe Estate Sells for $6 Million

1/28/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Gene Hackman, the actor, and Betsy Arakawa, Hackman's wife, sold their Santa Fe estate for $6 million 11 days after listing at $6.25 million.
The 53-acre property includes a main house and a guest house, each with three bedrooms, a lap pool, and a putting green.
Following the February 2025 deaths, a memorial for Hackman and Arakawa was held in April 2025.

History

Historical Context

The sale of Gene Hackman and Betsy Arakawa's Santa Fe estate for $6 million in 2025 reflects the city's booming luxury real estate market, driven by high-profile investments. Santa Fe has faced significant affordability challenges, with average rents rising over 40% from 2016 to 2021, prompting the city to implement wage-linked housing ordinances to address these issues.

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Story summary

Gene Hackman, the actor, and Betsy Arakawa, Hackman's wife, sold their Santa Fe estate for $6 million 11 days after listing at $6.25 million.
The 53-acre property includes a main house and a guest house, each with three bedrooms, a lap pool, and a putting green.
Following the February 2025 deaths, a memorial for Hackman and Arakawa was held in April 2025.

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