Own your own piece of land in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, one of the state’s fastest-growing cities. Check this 1-acre lot gives you desert beauty and a quiet setting while still keeping you close to everything Rio Rancho and Albuquerque have to offer.
✅ 1 acre lot in Rio Rancho, NM
✅ Level desert land with mountain + sunset views
✅ Dirt road access for year-round use
✅ Solar or generator recommended for power
✅ Zoned R-1: build 1,008+ sq ft or place a mobile/manufactured home (with garage & foundation)
Desert Setting
Level terrain with natural desert plants like sagebrush and cactus, giving it that true Southwest character, while distant mountain views and brilliant sunsets make it feel far from the noise yet still connected to a growing community.
Convenient Access
Located on Carlos Rd NW with dirt road frontage for easy year-round access, and with solar or generator as the best power options, you have the freedom to design an efficient off-grid setup.
Privacy and Space
You’ll enjoy the peace of wide landscapes and quiet surroundings, with only a few neighbors nearby, yet still be just minutes from Rio Rancho’s stores, schools, and services.
Build Flexibility
Zoned R-1, the lot allows you to build a home starting at 1,008 sq ft. Mobile and manufactured homes are allowed if they meet foundation and garage requirements. Camping and RV use aren’t permitted, keeping the area focused on permanent homes.
Close to Albuquerque
Rio Rancho puts you in a great spot about 40 minutes to downtown Albuquerque for work, dining, and the airport, but with a quieter, more spacious lifestyle at home.
A Smart Choice
Land in Rio Rancho is in demand as the city continues to expand westward, so owning now lets you enjoy the natural beauty today while benefiting from long-term growth tomorrow.
📸 Check out the photos below of a nearby parcel just 2 minutes away from this property, and start imagining your future here.
Curious about the buying process? Check out this short YouTube video!!!
Close to Nature & City Life
1️⃣ Sandia Mountains – 30 minutes away, with hiking trails, mountain biking, and the Sandia Peak Tramway for incredible views over Albuquerque.
2️⃣ Rio Rancho City Center – 21 minutes away, home to shops, restaurants, breweries, and community events.
3️⃣ Albuquerque – 45 minutes away, with the airport, cultural attractions, and the famous International Balloon Fiesta.
4️⃣ Petroglyph National Monument – 32 minutes away, where you can explore ancient rock carvings along scenic desert trails.
Easy Access to Major Cities
- Rio Rancho – 21 min / 12 miles
- Albuquerque – 44 min / 24.5 miles
- South Valley – 54 min / 30.9 miles
- Santa Fe – 1 hr 17 min / 66.8 miles
PRICING:
Discount Cash Price: $2,999.00 + $399 document fee, or alternatively…
Owner Financing Price: $3,999.00 – Only $1,200 down, 3 years, 8% int ($399 doc fee + $801 in equity) Payment as low as $105/mo! NO prepayment penalties.
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- We are a small family business and can be flexible. We’re happy to fit any budget that meets our minimums. Our owner, Dave Denniston, enjoys making land ownership available to families like yours who want to make memories for years to come. We can owner-finance with a land contract. We can transfer with a warranty deed and guarantee a clean title.
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📞 Questions? Call Kristy at (720) 336-1232 or email Sales@genfamland.com
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