Looking to find affordable housing in the Land of Enchantment?
This remarkable appreciation likely reflects growing interest in the region known worldwide for its famous chile peppers.
Despite this explosive growth rate, housing remains affordable compared to nearby Las Cruces and certainly to neighboring states.
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Socorro
Along the Rio Grande in central New Mexico, Socorro Countys Socorro combines educational resources with affordability.
The data shows relatively flat values between 2015-2020, followed by stronger growth in recent years.
Socorros location along Interstate 25 provides easy access to Albuquerque while maintaining significantly lower housing costs.
Youll find homes averaging $164,330 in 2025, representing a solid 18.06% increase from 2020 values.
Youll find homes averaging $160,751 in 2025 in this small community surrounded by the vast Gila National Forest.
While historical comparison data isnt available, Mountainairs current pricing places it among New Mexicos most affordable mountain communities.
Clovis
On New Mexicos eastern border with Texas, Curry Countys Clovis shows moderate recent growth while maintaining affordability.
Youll find homes averaging $154,599 in 2025, representing a modest 13.79% increase from 2020 values.
Roswell
The internationally famous city of Roswell in Chaves County offers long-term appreciation while maintaining relative affordability.
Williamsburgs growth pattern closely mirrors that of Truth or Consequences, suggesting regional appreciation rather than just city-specific factors.
Interestingly, the data shows a dip in values between 2015-2020 before a strong recovery in recent years.
Grants
Along Interstate 40 in western New Mexico, Cibola Countys Grants demonstrates impressive recent growth while maintaining affordability.
Youll find homes averaging $140,938 in 2025, a significant 43.50% increase from $98,216 in 2020.
Raton
The historic mountain gateway town of Raton in Colfax County shows remarkable recent growth in its housing market.
Despite this strong growth, Raton remains highly affordable relative to both New Mexico averages and neighboring Colorado communities.
Dexter
Just south of Roswell in Chaves County, Dexter presents an interesting anomaly in the housing data.
This dramatic appreciation over just five years ranks among the highest for affordable New Mexico communities.
Home values have appreciated significantly, rising 35.06% from $71,563 in 2020.
The town offers a genuine small-town New Mexico experience with housing costs well below the state median.
The data shows impressive growth of 40.31% since 2020, when average values were only $64,021.