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5 Acres for Sale in Belen, New Mexico
$6,900
Property Details
Property Description
Looking for wide-open space, stunning mountain views, and dirt roads that whisper “adventure”? Welcome to Lot 527 in the Rancho Rio Grande subdivision – 5 acres of New Mexico desert land that’s just begging for your off-grid dreams.
Location & Coordinates
- Property Address: Oak Tree Rd, Belen, NM 87002
- Subdivision: Rancho Rio Grande Unit 2, Lot 527
- GPS Center: 34.575630, -106.834850
- Corners:
- NW: 34.576098, -106.835950
- NE: 34.576093, -106.833753
- SW: 34.575187, -106.833756
- SE: 34.575192, -106.835952
Only about 45 minutes from Albuquerque, this property offers convenience without sacrificing peace and quiet. Los Lunas is close enough for groceries, gas, and a bite to eat, but out here you’ll feel like you’ve escaped the rat race.
The Land
- Size: 5 acres
- Zoning: Non-Residential Land
- Terrain: Flat desert with mountain views at 5,187 ft elevation
- Access: Oak Tree Rd (county-maintained dirt road)
- Utilities:
- Power: About 115 ft away (Central NM Electric Coop: 505-832-4483)
- Water: No city water – drill a well or haul it in. Homestead Water Co. for details.
- Sewer/Septic: None – install a septic if you plan to build.
- Gas: Atmos Energy (888-286-6700)
- Internet/Phone: CenturyLink covers the area.
- Taxes: Only $46.04/year (yes, less than a dinner out for two).
Camping, RVs, and Mobile Homes
- Camping: Allowed! You can bring your RV or tent for up to 180 days per year.
- RVs: Okay short-term, but full-time RV living requires a principal dwelling + septic.
- Mobile Homes: Yes, but they must be 844 sq ft minimum and need a placement permit.
- Translation: weekend camping trips are easy, but if you’re planning a full-time move, you’ll need to set it up legit.
What You Can Do Here
- Set up a basecamp for hiking and stargazing (the Milky Way is jaw-dropping here).
- Park your RV and escape city noise for half the year.
- Build a desert retreat, tiny home, or cabin.
- Hold as an investment – land isn’t making itself anymore.
Nearby Fun & Attractions
- Whitfield Wildlife Conservation Area (21 miles) – bird watching & nature trails.
- Tomé Hill Park (15 miles) – hike to a panoramic view.
- Los Lunas Museum of Heritage & Arts (21 miles) – explore history & culture.
- Bosque Peaks (81 miles) – mountain adventure.
- And of course, Albuquerque is just 45 minutes away for city amenities, dining, and airport access.
Why This Land Rocks
- Easy road access off Oak Tree Rd.
- Power nearby (no endless solar debates with your spouse unless you want to).
- No HOA – your land, your rules.
- Affordable taxes – the county barely notices you exist.
- Killer location – close to Albuquerque but far enough for true peace.
Final Word
This 5-acre property in Rancho Rio Grande is more than just dirt – it’s a blank canvas for your homestead, weekend escape, or land investment portfolio. Want to camp under endless stars? Park your RV away from the crowds? Or just hold onto an appreciating asset you can brag about at family BBQs (“Yeah, I own land in New Mexico…”)?
This is your shot.
Contact us today before someone else snags it.
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