Why Live in Clovis Original
Clovis Original is a neighborhood with bungalow and cottage-style homes, featuring sidewalks and a few trees on each block. Hillcrest Park, located 1.5 miles away, spans 140 acres and includes playgrounds, picnic areas, and the Hillcrest Park Zoo, the second largest zoo in New Mexico, housing animals like giraffes, llamas, and alligators. Clovis Veterans Park, on the neighborhood's west side, showcases a fighter jet and tank exhibit. For dining and entertainment, Bandolero Brewery offers southwestern-style food, craft beer, and live events like karaoke and trivia. Nearby, Red Door provides a large outdoor patio and hosts live comedy. Shopping options include various antique stores such as Penny Lane and JunQtique. Clovis Original is also home to several houses of worship, including Potter House Christian Center and Prince Street Baptist Church, and hosts events like the annual Draggin’ Main car show and Pioneer Days rodeo. The neighborhood is accessible via U.S. Route 60, with the Clovis Area Transit System providing shared-ride services. Clovis Regional Airport is about 9 miles east, and the Plains Regional Healthplex is approximately 4 miles away. The area is served by the Clovis Municipal School District.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clovis Original a good place to live?
Clovis Original is a good place to live. Clovis Original is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable. Clovis Original has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 33. The average household income is $23,248 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 0% of residents. A majority of residents in Clovis Original are renters, with 56.9% of residents renting and 43.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Clovis Original can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Clovis Original neighborhood guide.
Is Clovis Original, NM a safe neighborhood?
Clovis Original, NM is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Clovis Original?
The median home price in Clovis Original is $68,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $13,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $340 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $15K a year to afford the median home price in Clovis Original. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Clovis Original is $23K.
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Home Trends in Clovis Original, NM
On average, homes in Clovis Original, Clovis sell after 85 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Clovis Original, Clovis over the last 12 months is $56,740, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$56,740
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$68,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%