Home to Albuquerque as well as a considerable number of the state’s residents, Bernalillo is the most densely populated county in New Mexico which also makes it home to some of the highest priced land in the state. It’s easy to see why this is as the County has so much to offer; from the casinos and nightlife, arts and culture, fun and recreation of the city to the national monuments and hiking trails of its rural areas, Bernalillo literally has something for everyone, no matter their age or interest.
Located in the southeast part of New Mexico, Chaves County is rich with American history - from the old west to the Atomic age - this area has seen the likes of both Billy The Kid and Little Green Men. With the Pecos River flowing through its borders, this area is currently a center of irrigated farming, dairying and ranching within the state. Additionally, petroleum productions is a vibrant industry here and helps support the livelihoods of the nearly 50,000 people who live in the county's primary city of Roswell. Roswell, as many well know, is home to the first reported contact with alien life. The city honors its legacy with numerous museums and stores commemorating this fact. In addition, the town boasts two of New Mexico's most beautiful outdoor recreation area in the Bottomless Lakes State Park and the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Located in the southeast part of New Mexico, Chaves County is rich with American history - from the old west to the Atomic age - this area has seen the likes of both Billy The Kid and Little Green Men. With the Pecos River flowing through its borders, this area is currently a center of irrigated farming, dairying and ranching within the state. Additionally, petroleum productions is a vibrant industry here and helps support the livelihoods of the nearly 50,000 people who live in the county's primary city of Roswell. Roswell, as many well know, is home to the first reported contact with alien life. The city honors its legacy with numerous museums and stores commemorating this fact. In addition, the town boasts two of New Mexico's most beautiful outdoor recreation area in the Bottomless Lakes State Park and the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge.
Located in northeastern New Mexico, where the plains meet the Rockies, Colfax County is home to some of the most beautiful land in the entire state. Small on population, but big on scenic grandeur, Colfax County contains numerous parks, ski resorts, national forests and outdoor recreational activities. In fact, within its boundaries you can find Cimarron and Sugarite Canyon State Parks, the Carson National Forest, Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge, Eagle Nest Lake and a multitude of other outdoor attractions. Additionally, some of the best skiing and winter sport activities in America can be found in Angel Fire and nearby Taos. So whether you’re purchasing land within the prairies, pinion forests or alpine meadows of this bucolic county, rest assured your new home will be in one of the most beautiful and tranquil parts of New Mexico.
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Colfax County,
New Mexico
Forested Lot w/ Utilities& Access To Angel Fire Resort
Named for our eighteenth President, this southern New Mexico county is a high-desert wonderland of ponderosas, deep gorges, red rock mesas and quaint small towns. Home to some of the three million acres that comprise the Gila National Forest, this area is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts or those looking to retire to a small western community known for its terrific year-round climate. With historic ties to mining, ranching and agriculture, the county seat of Silver City has gone from boom town to bust and back again and is currently ranked among the best small towns in the nation. Additionally, artist communities like Hurley provide color, flavor and culture to help enrich the lives of the locals lucky enough to call this area home. Buy land here and you may soon be fortunate enough to count yourself amongst their ranks.
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Grant County,
New Mexico
Pre-Staked Corner Lotw/ Power + Underground Utilities
Home to the Lincoln National Forest and the White Sands National Monument, Otero County is a stunning example of the epic beauty of the American West. Located in the south central region of New Mexico, Otero County lays claim to the charming western towns of Alamogordo, Cloudcroft and Tularosa and more wide open spaces than people. As this county boasts a population of less than 65,000 you’ll find there’s a lot to explore in this largely untouched region. From the Three Rivers Petroglyph Site to the Oliver Lee Memorial State Park and Dog Canyon Trail, the grandeur of rugged western landscapes await you after every turn. In the mood for a different type of fun? The Mescalero Reservation has the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort and Casino, and nearby to the north is Ruidoso Downs and Ski Apache.
From the grassy mesas and rolling plains of its northern lands, to the sandstone cliffs and mountains of its south, the terrain of Quay County offers something for land buyers of all stripes. Bordering west Texas to its east and extending all the way to the cool, winding waters of the Canadian River, this eastern New Mexico county is home to a variety of wildlife including herds of pronghorn antelope, mule deer, flocks of Canadian geese, sand hill cranes and many other animals. In fact, the rolling plains of this rural county provide hunters an excellent opportunity to bag deer, quail, antelope, barbary sheep, duck and even dove. If hunting isn't for you, however, you'll be glad to know that Quay County is also home to Ute Lake State Park, the second largest lake in the state of New Mexico with over 8,200 surface acres ideal for boating, fishing, swimming and even windsurfing. And of course, in the midst of all these great activities and scenery lies the charming small towns of the west such as San Jon and Tucumcari, which offer the conveniences necessary for modern living.
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Quay County,
New Mexico
Residential Lot w/ City UtilitiesOverlooking Ute Lake
Mostly rural, Socorro County sits in the central part of New Mexico and consists of a population of roughly 18,000. While home to very few people, the county does possess many great parks and natural wonders such as the awe inspiring Manazano Mountains and Abo Canyon. Free of the onerous regulations of a strict Planning & Zoning commission, Socorro County is a great place to park your RV, set up camp or build your own tiny house or off-grid sanctuary. Small towns in this county include Escondida, Socorro and Magdalena, meaning a supply run to the nearest Wal-Mart is never too far away.
Known worldwide as home to some of the greatest skiing in America, Taos County is one of the most desirable and hence, most expensive places to live in New Mexico. Boasting great ranch land, hot springs, wineries and artist colonies, Taos caters to a diverse collection of sophisticated interests while also providing a wide variety of recreation activities. In fact, fly fishing, horseback riding, golfing, hot air ballooning, llama trekking, rafting and mountain biking are just a few of the many great ways you can spend your time here. Taos County also has plenty of cultural and historical sites such as the Taos Pueblo and Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. Add in to this all the great hunting available in its more rural areas and it’s easy to see why Taos County is such a desirable place to live.
Torrance County is one of the most productive agricultural counties in the United States. Pinto beans, corn, alfalfa and pumpkins are just a small portion of the crops that are harvested here each year. With the presence of the beautiful Manzano Mountains, Salinas National Monument and vast open, undisturbed rangeland it's easy to see why so many farmers, ranchers, and wildlife call Torrance County home.
Located just south of Albuquerque, this adjacent county is home to the quaint communities of Belen and Los Lunas as well as a number of spectacular mountains, trails and national parks. Unlike its neighbor to the north which houses a major city, its half million inhabitants and sky high real estate values, Valencia is surprisingly rural and affordable and currently benefiting from the overflow of business and industry that wants to locate in close proximity to Albuquerque. In fact, not only does Valencia County boast some of the lowest price-per-acre land in the state, it’s also home to a growing influx of economic development. So for those interested in investing in land, this means there is no better place in the state of New Mexico than Valencia County.
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