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La Mesa Homes for Sale

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    $100,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,188 Sq Ft

    16235 S Highway 28, La Mesa, NM 88044

    Prime Investment Opportunity - Commercial Potential!Located directly on a main street, this property offers unbeatable visibility and easy access—making it an excellent candidate for commercial use. Whether you're looking to develop a retail space, office, or service-based business, the location speaks for itself.High-traffic area, strong street presence, and minutes from major

    Betzy Gardea Summus Realty

    16235 S Highway 28, La Mesa, NM 88044
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    $194,000

    205 E San Miguel St, La Mesa, NM 88044

    Two Mobile Homes on 0.89 Acre Plus 27+ Pecan Trees and irrigation water well in La Mesa NM between El Paso TX and Las Cruces NM. One 1967 three bedroom two bath 1064 S.F, other 1984 three bedroom two bath 1120 S.F. All utilities, city sewer, electricity and city water, paved road, one block from Highway 28, easy access to I-25 interstate. Not to many like this

    Ernesto Uranga RE/MAX Classic Realty

    205 E San Miguel St, La Mesa, NM 88044
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    $139,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,792 Sq Ft

    290 Florida Ave, La Mesa, NM 88044

    This property has potential. Significant rehab required. Seller is eager to sell. Offers appreciated. Selling as is. This property will not meet requirements for any typical lending.

    Elaine Johnson RE/MAX Classic Realty

    290 Florida Ave, La Mesa, NM 88044
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    $194,000

    • 6 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 1,064 Sq Ft

    205 E San Miguel St Unit 1 and 2, La Mesa, NM 88044

    Two Mobil Homes on 0.89 Acre Plus 27+ Pecan Trees and irrigation water well in La Mesa NM between El Paso TX and Las Cruces NM. One 1967 three bedroom two bath 1064 S.F, other 1984 three bedroom two bath 1120 S.F. All utilities, city sewer, electricity and city water, paved road, one block from Highway 28, easy access to I-25 interstate. Not to many like this.

    Ernesto Uranga RE/MAX Classic Realty

    205 E San Miguel St Unit 1 and 2, La Mesa, NM 88044
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    $139,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,792 Sq Ft

    290 Florida Ave, La Mesa, NM 88044

    This property has potential. Significant rehab required. Seller is eager to sell. Offers appreciated. Selling as is. This property will not meet requirements for any typical lending.

    Elaine Johnson RE/MAX Classic Realty

    290 Florida Ave, La Mesa, NM 88044

Why Live in La Mesa

La Mesa, a neighborhood in Las Cruces, features a mix of modest ranch-style homes, manufactured homes, and cottages built between the 1920s and 1970s, with some Pueblo adobe homes dating back to the 1870s. These homes typically have two or three bedrooms and sit on lots ranging from about an acre to just over 2 acres. The neighborhood's streets are laid out on a grid, partially paved, and lined with gravel, with most yards enclosed by chain-link fences. Multi-family rental units are interspersed among single-family homes. Residents enjoy local attractions such as La Mesa Recreation Park, a simple open field for baseball or kickball, and Stahmanns Pecans, a family-owned orchard six miles north, ideal for scenic bike rides. Dining options include Chope's Bar & Café, known for its homestyle Mexican dishes and historic 19th-century adobe building, and Casa El Camino, offering Guadalajara-style cuisine and weekend mimosas. Local businesses include Eagle Grocery and The Little Shop On 28, a boutique for handmade local art and furniture. The neighborhood is accessible via New Mexico Highway 28, which leads 17 miles north to Las Cruces and 32 miles south to Downtown El Paso. The closest hospital, MountainView Regional Medical Center, is 18 miles away, and El Paso International Airport is about 40 miles away. Schools in the area include Gadsden Middle, which is highly rated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is La Mesa a good place to live?
La Mesa is a good place to live. La Mesa is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. La Mesa has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $49,593 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.9% of residents. A majority of residents in La Mesa are home owners, with 22% of residents renting and 78% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving La Mesa can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our La Mesa neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in La Mesa?
The median home price in La Mesa is $159,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $32,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $35K a year to afford the median home price in La Mesa. The average household income in La Mesa is $50K.
What are the best public schools in La Mesa?
The best public schools that serve La Mesa are:
What are the most popular zip codes in La Mesa, Las Cruces, NM?
The most popular zip codes in La Mesa, Las Cruces, NM include 88044, 88048, 88072, 88047 and 88021.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near La Mesa, Las Cruces, NM?
The most popular neighborhoods near La Mesa, Las Cruces, NM are San Miguel, Vado, Chamberino, San Pablo and Las Alturas.

Home Trends in La Mesa, NM

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$193,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$139,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$65
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Months of Supply
6.00
Median List Price
$159,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
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