Why Live in West Side
West Side in Las Cruces offers a mix of housing options, including manufactured homes, midcentury Pueblo Revival-style houses, and ranch-style homes from the 1990s and 2000s. These homes typically feature stucco exteriors with stone or chain link fences and range from 800 to 2,000 square feet. The neighborhood is bordered by the Field of Dreams Sports Complex, which hosts high school football games and various youth sports. Residents can enjoy outdoor activities at Hadley Park and La Llorona Park, the latter of which is adjacent to the Rio Grande and features a popular 5-mile paved trail for cycling and jogging. Dining options include Ranchway BBQ & Mexican Food, Valley Pizza with live weekend music, and The Shed at Old Mesilla Pastry Café. Shopping is convenient with Peddler’s Pavilion flea market and national retailers like Tractor Supply Company nearby. For groceries, Save Mart, Family Dollar, and Walmart are within close proximity. Downtown Las Cruces, just 2 miles away, hosts events like the Las Cruces Chile Drop on New Year’s Eve. Main roads Picacho and Amador Avenues connect the neighborhood to downtown, while Interstate 10 provides access to El Paso, 47 miles away. Public transportation is available via the Roadrunner bus, though most residents rely on cars due to inconsistent sidewalks and lack of bike lanes. The local schools include MacArthur Elementary, Picacho Middle, and Las Cruces High, which offers a variety of extracurricular activities. Three Crosses Regional Hospital is 3 miles away, and Las Cruces International Airport is 8 miles away, with commercial flights to Albuquerque.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is West Side a good place to live?
West Side is a good place to live. West Side is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. West Side has 2 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 32. The average household income is $47,949 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 12.6% of residents. A majority of residents in West Side are home owners, with 45% of residents renting and 55% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving West Side can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
West Side neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in West Side?
The median home price in West Side is $245,250. If you put a 20% down payment of $49,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $54K a year to afford the median home price in West Side. The average household income in West Side is $48K.
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Home Trends in West Side, NM
On average, homes in West Side, Las Cruces sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days.
Median Single Family Sale Price
$245,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$199
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$245,250