The Lady of Purification Church stands as a spiritual and historical anchor in the heart of Doña Ana.
Doña Ana has space for buyers and ties to New Mexico's history
Doña Ana is a historic village that served as a stop along El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro, an old silver trade route that once connected Mexico City to Ohkay Owingeh, New Mexico. Today, travelers pass by along Interstate 25, and they might overlook the small community unless they are coming to visit the Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria Catholic church, which dates back to the 1800s. Many Doña Ana residents have multigenerational ties to the area, and new buyers tend to be people looking for space or breathing room.
Doña Ana parks and exploring the Robledo and Organ mountains
At Doña Ana Baseball Park, there’s a large ballfield, a basketball court and a shaded playground. Beside it is the Doña Ana Boxing Club, where teens and adults can hone their skills in the ring. The Rio Grande winds to the west, and past it, trails and primitive roads lead into the Robledo Mountains. They provide opportunities for horseback riding, cruising around on ATVs or hiking to the Prehistoric Trackways National Monument, where slabs of limestone hold fossilized animal tracks from the Paleozoic Era.
A loop trail around Doña Ana Peak begins 3 miles east of the neighborhood, and in the Organ Mountains, about 17 miles away, there are several sites to explore, including Soledad Canyon and Dripping Springs Natural Area. Dripping Springs' namesake spring flows throughout the year, but during monsoons, it can grow into an dramatic series of waterfalls. "It's very popular — people get super excited about the spring," say Douglas and Celi Jones, Team Jones Realtors with Saenz & Smith Real Estate, who have spent most of their lives living in Las Cruces.
Doña Ana Baseball Park hosts youth leagues, giving young players a chance to develop skills.
Doña Ana is close to the rugged Robledo Mountains, a favorite hiking spot for locals.
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From 1800s adobe houses to post-2000 residences
Along the community's gridded streets, waist-high stone walls and chain-link fences surround yards of around a quarter acre, which are often filled with pecan trees, drought-tolerant mesquites and sunbaked evergreens. There are some remaining adobe residences from the 1800s; ranch-style and manufactured homes from the mid-to-late 1900s; and a few post-2000 Pueblo Revival houses. Most houses list between $200,000 and $400,000, though manufactured homes may list from $140,000 to $150,000. Doña Ana has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, compared to 4 nationally.
Doña Ana’s ranch homes reflect the area’s agricultural history with their rustic yet functional designs.
Doña Ana features historic adobe houses that showcase traditional Southwestern architecture.
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Celebrating Dia de los Muertos in Doña Ana
In November, the village hosts a Dia de los Muertos celebration in the plaza across from Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria. Folklórico dancers perform, food trucks sell a variety of treats and people put up ofrendas to honor departed friends and family.
Area schools hold B-minus Niche ratings
Children may attend Doña Ana Elementary School and Vista Middle School, which both earn B-minus Niche ratings. Mayfield High School also receives a B-minus rating. Mayfield offers Air Force Junior ROTC, and dual-enrollment courses through New Mexico State University or Doña Ana Community College.
Dona Ana Elementary School provides a supportive and engaging environment.
At the B-rated Mayfield High, students can join 14 sports teams.
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Restaurants along Thorpe Road, shopping a few miles south
The village post office, several gas stations and a few locally owned restaurants line Thorpe Road, the main thoroughfare that leads to and from I-25. Mar & Tierra offers seafood soups and ceviche tostadas, as well as gorditas stuffed with smoky barbacoa or pork rinds. ChaChi’s serves traditional southern New Mexico favorites, including chile sauce-smothered burritos. “When you go to a restaurant, the waiter will ask, ‘Would you like red, green or Christmas?’ They want to know what kind of chile sauce you want,” the Joneses say. “You’ll get chiles on everything around here.” La Finca Meat Market carries marinated meat and a few pantry staples. Many people do their shopping about 5 miles south, near the intersection of I-25 and state Route 70, where there are chain stores, including Sam’s Club, Albertsons and Kohl’s.
Living near La Finca Meat Market in Doña Ana means having fresh, quality ingredients just around the corner.
Chachi’s is part of the vibrant food scene that adds flavor to life in Doña Ana.
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Car commutes and regional travel
Residents depend on cars for travel. Interstate 25 runs along the eastern edge of Doña Ana, which allows for easy commuting, the Joneses say. White Sands Missile Range is around 30 miles east, El Paso is about 50 miles south, and central Las Cruces is less than 8 miles away. Emergency care is available at Three Crosses Regional Hospital, 6 miles south. South Central Regional Transit District provides limited bus service to Hatch and Las Cruces, and the Las Cruces International Airport, 14 miles west, offers flights into Albuquerque.
Important to know
The region generally has mild winters, but summer highs may reach 100 degrees. The monsoon season often begins in mid-summer. During monsoon rains, flash flooding can change arroyos and dry riverbeds into raging rivers. “I tell people who are new to the area to watch out for arroyos when hiking, especially if they see storm clouds,” says Doug Jones.Some properties may lie within flood plains and buyers are advised to consult Federal Emergency Management Agency flood maps before making a purchase.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
805
Median Age
42
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,545
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,391
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
63.4%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.7%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.3%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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