160 Acres of Land in Scenic Southern New Mexico

160 Acres of Land in Scenic Southern New Mexico

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This property is a great investment located along US-285 between Roswell and Carlsbad! Development is across the road and some utilities are likely located very near the property. There property has a lot of potential!

We believe this property is an excellent short to long-term investment in an area that has all of the conveniences of a larger urban area, but is located in a private, rural setting. Located in spectacular Chavez County in Southeastern New Mexico, this region offers low property taxes, inexpensive housing, and the conveniences of the larger cities Roswell, Clovis, Carlsbad, and Lubbock and El Paso Texas. This is a great opportunity to own investment property! The deserts, mountains, canyons, rivers, and forests of Southern New Mexico provide a quality of life virtually unknown to most of the world.

Property values in New Mexico have soared in recent years due to migrations of retirees enticed by the pleasant climate and the relaxed low-key lifestyle of the American Southwest. Investors and business entrepreneurs are also relocating to the area due to its friendly business atmosphere, strategic location between several Southwestern States (Texas, Arizona, California, Colorado), Mexico, and major transcontinental transportation routes. As investment property values continue to increase, real estate in Chavez County represents excellent investment potential! Private property will soon be beyond the reach of most Americans. As the population of the United States grows and continues to relocate, opportunities in "best kept secret" areas like Chavez County will diminish. Niche investment properties in rural areas such as Southeastern New Mexico are growing in value. Please click on this recent article concerning growth in the rural American West. Land in Chavez County fulfills the needs of those looking for a new adventure in living, a prudent investment, and a legacy property to pass on to future generations!

Only a small percentage of Chavez County land is privately owned with the remainder owned by the Federal and State governments. This leaves a very limited amount of land available for private ownership. Out of the privately owned portion, fewer and fewer places remain where one can enjoy privacy and the amenities that will provide peace of mind and relative freedom. The opportunity for acquiring undeveloped property is diminishing. Many rural areas are surrounded by public lands that restrict potential development leaving only a limited supply of land. Chavez County is one such area. As a property owner in this area you can declare your independence from metropolitan chaos and escape to a quiet, secluded, and enriched life.

The quality of life in Chavez County is best characterized as a friendly small town with a pleasant climate that provides over 311 days of sunshine a year. Summers are milder (due to the relatively higher elevation, average summer temperature 81 degrees) than other desert areas like Phoenix and El Paso and winters are mild and pleasant (rarely below 50 degrees).Nestled in the vastness of the southern Rocky Mountains, Chavez County has some of the most interesting scenery in the Southwest. Scenic nature walks, ATV traversing, and camping are all found in Roswell's back country while a day trip puts you at the site of the Lincoln County Wars and home of famed gunman Billy The Kid. The region's heritage is diverse including Native Americans, Spanish and Mexican explorers and settlers, cowboys, miners, sheepherders, settlers, farmers, ranchers, outlaws, and the military. The county seat is located in Roswell (13 miles away) which has been given the All-American City Award by the National Civic League (2002). Other nearby communities include Carlsbad (63 miles away), Ruidoso (94 miles away), and Lubbock Texas (187 miles away).

Chavez County represents an intriguing combination of the old west, contemporary culture, and the future. Recreational opportunities in this area are unlimited and include but are not limited to The New Mexico Military Institute, Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge , The Pecos River, International UFO Museum, Eastern New Mexico University, Skiing at Sierra Blanca, and Carlsbad Caverns. Chavez County is an ideal place to escape and enjoy outdoor activities and quite country life. It is the perfect place to go camping, golfing, hunting, boating, fishing, bird watching, hiking, four-wheeling, biking, rock hounding, horseback riding or just kick back and relax and take advantage of being in a photographers paradise. It is big, open country. As a visitor you will discover an incredible range of choices: abundant wildlife, ranching scenes and historical settings along back roads, relaxation and solitude at a lake, stream in the nearby Lincoln National Forest. Chavez County is a big place with endless opportunities for leaning, relaxing, creativity and room to roam.

Other lots in the same area have listed or sold $6,000 – $15,000 or more. For a price comparison, you can view a list of other sellers properties at:

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YOU ARE BIDDING ON THE FULL PRICE OF THIS PROPERTY (NOT PAYMENTS). The total and complete cost of this property is the $250.00 doc/prep fee (see details below) plus the winning bid amount. Payment must be made within 3 days of the auction close date.

SIZE: 160.00 Acres

APN: 81-00393

LEGAL DESCRIPTION: The NW 1/4 of Section 4, Township 13 South, Range 25 East of the New Mexico Principal Meridian, in the county of Chaves and the state of New Mexico.

STATE: NM

COUNTY: Chaves

GENERAL LOCATION: 13 miles from Roswell New Mexico

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of US-70 and US-285 in downtown Roswell head south on N. Main Street (US-285) and head south for 13 miles. At this point (.2 of a mile past the intersection with Jewel Street) there is a turnout on the left (west) side of the highway. The southwestern corner of the property is adjacent to this turnout. Roads leading to the property may not have been completed and road signs may not be present. We are unable to note clear driving directions as we have not visited the property. Please see the “Special Note” below and check the detailed maps at the end of the posting for details.

SPECIAL NOTE:These directions are being provided to you as an aid in helping you find the general area in which the property is located, not the exact location of the lot. The directions have been derived from several sources of information that have not involved a site visit but rather map and internet sources from an office. Other aids such as a GPS unit, plat, area or B.L.M maps may be required to find this property. If you are planning a site visit, Click Here.

TITLE INFORMATION: Property was purchased with title insurance unless otherwise stated in this posting. Please read this prior to making your bid.

ZONING: Rural-Res (see county for details)

POWER: N/A

PHONE: N/A

WATER: N/A (well or alternative system)

SEWER: N/A (septic or alternative system)

ROADS: Dirt

PROPERTY TAX: Approximately $41.00/year. All property taxes are current.

ASSOCIATION DUES: N/A

COUNTY RECORDING FEE: $11.00 - paid by purchaser.

TIME LIMIT TO BUILD: N/A

TYPE OF TERRAIN: Rolling with beautiful views

PROPERTY PLAT MAP: Yes, see below.

TOPOGRAPHICAL MAPS: Yes, see below.

AREA PHOTOS: Yes; see below.

INTERNAL CODE: 81-00393

To view photographs, please click on the links below.

Plat map

Area map

3D Topographical Map

2D Topographical Map

State Map

Aerial Photo 

Street Map 

We took these pictures, and all of the pictures in this posting, in the area of the property

Several photos near the property 

Please note that we purchased this property specifically for resale. Nearly all of the information we know about the property is in the posting. We have not conducted a site visit. All of the research we completed regarding this property was conducted in our offices in Scottsdale, Arizona and the offices of our contracted agents.

Important Note: Our company will not offer "Second Chance Offers". Please review the information at this link for details.

To view a copy of the Title Policy that we obtained when we purchased this property, copy and paste the address below into your internet browser: http://www.missionauctionproperties.com/NM/Chaves/titlepolicy/81-00393.pdf