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Mountain views near big employers
Located on the southeastern edge of Las Cruces, 6 miles from downtown, Las Alturas has spacious lots in the desert landscape just east of New Mexico State University. “Las Alturas is known primarily for having homes on big, oversized lots,” says Yvonne Rodriguez, a Realtor with Prosper Real Estate who’s sold homes in Las Cruces since 2001. “Most of the area has natural landscaping, and some of the homes have mountain views.” The privacy and natural surroundings—including proximity to popular hiking trails on “A” Mountain—are what attract most residents here. Las Alturas is also close to some of the city’s biggest employers, including New Mexico State University (NMSU) and Memorial Medical Center. Mesilla Valley Mall is 3 miles north, along with big-box retailers, local restaurants and grocery stores.
The Organ Mountains serve as a background for Las Alturas.
Dripping Springs is about a 20-mile drive from Las Alturas.
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Secluded homes with outdoor space
Las Alturas’ ranch-style and Pueblo-style homes are sometimes barely visible over the creosote bushes that line the neighborhood’s quiet streets. These 1970s and ‘80s houses have views of the Organ Mountains and the Mesilla Valley, and they sit far apart on 1-acre lots, adding to the sense of seclusion. With so much outdoor space, houses here often have large back porches or decks, as well as detached garages or workshops, and horseshoe-shaped driveways. “The original homes out here need some love, but there are a lot of new homes going in too,” says Janine Trujillo, an associate broker with Exit Realty Horizons who’s lived in Las Cruces for 51 years. Most homes here are between 1,700 and 3,000 square feet, but homes that are larger, remodeled or recently built cost more; prices range from $270,000 to $590,000. Undeveloped 1-acre lots are also available, ranging from $93,000 to $129,000.
Pueblo-style homes define the look of Las Alturas.
Secluded and spacious lots are what Las Alturas is known for.
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The Las Cruces Bulldawgs football rivalry
Local kids can start school at Tombaugh Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, then attend the B-minus-rated Zia Middle. At the A-minus-rated Las Cruces High, students can join over 15 sports teams, including volleyball, bowling and football. The Las Cruces Bulldawgs football team’s rivalry with the Mayfield High Trojans is known throughout the state, and their annual football game draws thousands of alumni, community members and students.
New Mexico State University, less than 2 miles away, has over 180 degree programs and is home to the Chili Pepper Institute, the only international organization that studies and documents the world’s chili peppers. The school has other research programs, including the NASA Space Grant Program and the Institute for Energy and Environment.
Students at Las Cruces High can join over 15 sports teams.
The Thunderbirds are the pride of Zia Middle School.
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Downtown is only 6 miles north of Las Alturas.
East of Interstate 25
La Alturas is bordered east by Interstate 25, which leads 6 miles north to Downtown Las Cruces. Just south of the neighborhood, I-25 merges with Interstate 10, which leads 41 miles south to El Paso. With no public transportation or sidewalks here, most residents rely on their cars to get around, but dedicated bike lanes provide an alternative. Memorial Medical Center is 2 miles north. Las Cruces International Airport, a general aviation airport that has commercial flights to Albuquerque, is 14 miles west, and El Paso International Airport is a 47-mile trip.
Green Chile Sundaes at Caliche’s Frozen Custard
Residents here are less than 2 miles from restaurants on University Boulevard, including Santorini, which has served Greek dishes like lamb gyros and spanakopita since 2009. According to Rodriguez, “Las Alturas is a skip and a hop from Mesilla Valley Mall,” which is located 3 miles north and has over 70 stores, including Ulta Beauty and Dillard’s. To the mall’s northeast, diners can grab a casual bite at Chilito’s, known for made-from-scratch New Mexican cuisine, then get dessert at Caliche’s Frozen Custard, famous for its Green Chile Sundae. Big-box retailers are just north of the mall, and residents can pick up essentials and groceries at The Home Depot, Target and Albertsons here.
Caliche's Frozen Custard is a top dessert spot near Las Alturas.
Chilito's is a favorite for New Mexican cuisine near Las Alturas.
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Hiking “A” Mountain
Las Alturas is close to some of Las Cruces’ most popular hiking spots. Tortugas Mountain, known locally as “A” Mountain for the A on its west side in honor of the NMSU Aggies, has a 5-mile hiking and mountain biking trail with stunning views of the city. The Dripping Springs Natural Area is another well-known hiking area, with 4 miles of trails through the ruins of a 19th-century resort at the base of the Organ Mountains. Residents can work on their golf swings at the NMSU Golf Course, an 18-hole public course located just to the north. Tucked behind houses on East Winchester Road, Tellbrook Park is a shaded green space where kids can burn off some energy on the playground.
Tortugas Mountain trails are close to Las Alturas.
Las Alturas residents enjoy the NMSU Golf Course.
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New Mexico State University is under 2 miles from Las Alturas.
Noche de Luminarias at New Mexico State University
Residents in Las Alturas can head to New Mexico State University for regular events and community festivals. The Noche de Luminarias in December is one of its biggest community events. “They decorate the university with luminarias—bags with candles inside—and they invite the community to go on walks through campus,” Trujillo says. The event also includes kid-friendly activities like cookie decorating and writing letters to Santa. The school’s basketball and football games draw big crowds from the community. There are also regular concerts from touring acts like Luke Combs and Foreigner, as well as the university’s musical ensembles, including the NMSU Philharmonic Orchestra.
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Nestled in the beautiful rolling desert of Las Alturas - ''The Heights'' of Las Cruces - this home offers all you need for your Southwestern lifestyle! The charming front courtyard includes a wood-burning fireplace and cozy entertainment area. Entering the home, prepare to be impressed with the large, light-filled living room with soaring viga and tongue-in-groove ceiling & kiva fireplace. The
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
646
Median Age
55
Population under 18
16.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,575
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$116,228
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.6%
% Population in Labor Force
46.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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