$799,000

174 Placitas Dr Alto, NM 88312

Estimated payment $4,733/month

Total Views 5,927
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,832 Sq Ft
$282 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Horses Allowed On Property
  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Capitan Elementary School Rated A-
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Open Floorplan

About This Home

Welcome to Ranches of Sonterra! This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home sits on 5 acres with beautiful views of Sierra Blanca and the mountain range! Open concept kitchen, dining and living room. Living room has big windows and a wood burning stove. The master bedroom has french doors that open up to a private deck. The Covered back deck takes in big views of Sierra Blanca! The 5 acres is primarily level with partial fencing, two storage sheds, and a horse shed. Beautiful entrance to the home with a circle driveway! If you love beauty, space, and seclusion, do not miss this wonderful Ranches of Sonterra property!

Listing Agent

Brant Hamilton

Fathom Realty NM License #2023-0565 Listed on: 06/27/2025

Fathom Realty NM

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,550

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a county road
  • Perimeter Fence
  • Level Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • RV Access or Parking

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Pitched Roof
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,832 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Rain Gutters

Horse Facilities and Amenities

  • Horses Allowed On Property

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Water Heater
  • Water Purifier is Owned
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Ranches Of Sonterra Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 193
  • Assessor Parcel Number 4073058234458

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,550

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Take first entrance into the Ranches of Sonterra. Turn right on Corvo Crista, then Left turn on San Mateo. At stop sign, turn right on Placitas. House on Left side.
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2001
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Road Frontage Type: County Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • MLS Status: Active
  • Subdivision Name: Ranches Of Sonterra
  • Architectural Style: Mountain
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Assessor
  • Levels:One: Yes
  • Cooling:Ceiling Fan(s)2: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Roof:Metal3: Yes
  • Utilities:Cable Available: Yes
  • Utilities Electricity Connected: Yes
  • Utilities:Natural Gas Connected: Yes
  • Utilities Water Connected: Yes
  • Fencing Back Yard: Yes
  • Flooring:Carpet: Yes
  • Flooring:Tile2: Yes
  • Security Features:Security System Owned: Yes
  • Flooring:Wood2: Yes
  • Security Features:Smoke Detector(s): Yes
  • Fencing:Partial: Yes
  • View:Mountain(s): Yes
  • Other Structures:Shed(s): Yes
  • View:Valley: Yes
  • Water Source:Well: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances:Electric Range: Yes
  • Interior Features:Ceiling Fans: Yes
  • Interior Features:Electric Dryer Hookup: Yes
  • Interior Features:Washer Hookup: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Fencing Perimeter: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Softener-Owned: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood Burning Stove: Yes
  • Interior Features:Open Floorplan: Yes
  • Interior Features:Pantry: Yes
  • Appliances:Water Purifier Owned: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Great Room: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial, Perimeter, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Views
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
  • Property Condition: See Remarks
  • Roof: Metal, Pitched
  • View: Mountain(s), Sierra Blanca, Valley
  • Horse: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: RV Hookup, Rain Gutters
  • Patio And Porch Features:Covered: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Deck: Yes
  • Patio And Porch Features:Front Porch: Yes
  • ConstructionSiding:Roof Pitched: Yes
  • Lot Features:Level: Yes
  • Lot Features:Views: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Wood Stove
  • Security: Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Private, Well
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Heating:Central: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Water Heater: Yes
  • Heating:Wood Stove: Yes

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R1
  • Lot Dimensions: See Plat
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 217800.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4550.0
  • Tax Block: -
  • Tax Lot: 193
  • Tax Map Number: 4073058234458
  • Tax Tract: -

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 -- $180,345 $15,481 $164,864
2024 -- $180,345 $15,481 $164,864
2023 $0 $180,345 $15,481 $164,864
2022 $0 $180,345 $15,481 $164,864
2021 $0 $180,327 $15,479 $164,848
2020 $0 $180,327 $15,479 $164,848
2019 $2,936 $180,327 $15,479 $164,848
2018 $0 $180,327 $15,479 $164,848
2017 $0 $175,074 $15,028 $160,046
2015 $2,970 $175,092 $15,030 $160,062
2014 $2,963 $175,092 $15,030 $160,062
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 For Sale $799,000 -- $282 / Sq Ft
Source: Ruidoso/Lincoln County Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- Lincoln County Abstract & Ti
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lincoln Cnty Abstract & Titl
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $375,000 VA
Previous Owner $230,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $212,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Brant Hamilton
Brant Hamilton

Fathom Realty NM

(575) 586-3500

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Brant is a licensed New Mexico Realtor serving Ruidoso and Alto in Lincoln County. His extensive property and market knowledge is essential when buying or selling a home. Brant's background in Real Estate Investing and Property Adjusting provides a unique skill set that differentiates himself in his business. The process of buying and selling homes is not only about receiving and making offers. Brant guides and serves clients throughout the 30 - 45 day closing process. In his spare time,

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Source: Ruidoso/Lincoln County Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 132845

APN: 4073058234458000000

New Mexico Lincoln County Alto 88312

174 Placitas Dr, Alto, NM

This home is located at 174 Placitas Dr, Alto, NM 88312 and is currently priced at $799,000, approximately $282 per square foot. This property was built in 2001. 174 Placitas Dr is a home located in Lincoln County with nearby schools including Capitan Elementary School, Capitan Middle School, and Capitan High School.

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