Why Live in Mesquite
Mesquite, a neighborhood in Las Cruces, features ranch-style and manufactured homes built between the 1940s and 1990s. These homes, ranging from 1,400 to 2,100 square feet, are situated on lots from half an acre to 2 acres, often including horse pastures and outbuildings. The area is known for its competitive housing market, with properties selling quickly. Mesquite Skate Park provides a recreational space with a playground, basketball court, and skateboarding area. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the nearby Sierra Vista Trail and Bishop Cap Trail, offering scenic views of the Organ Mountains. Route 478 hosts local dining options like Jireh Bakery and essential stores such as Dollar General and Mesquite Mercantile. For larger shopping needs, Walmart and Albertsons are 10 miles away, and downtown Las Cruces is 16 miles north. The Landmark Arena hosts weekly rodeos and livestock auctions, adding to the neighborhood's rural charm. Interstate 10 provides easy access to Las Cruces and El Paso, while the South Central Regional Transit bus offers weekday service to nearby cities. Memorial Medical Center is 12 miles away, and El Paso International Airport is a 41-mile drive. Local schools include the highly rated Mesquite Elementary and Gadsden Middle, with Gadsden High School offering a distinguished Navy JROTC program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mesquite a good place to live?
Mesquite is a good place to live. Mesquite is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Mesquite has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 34. The average household income is $55,197 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Mesquite are home owners, with 19.5% of residents renting and 80.5% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Mesquite, NM a safe neighborhood?
Mesquite, NM is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
What are the best public schools in Mesquite?
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Home Trends in Mesquite, NM
On average, homes in Mesquite, Las Cruces sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days.
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Last 12 months Home Sales
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