Why Live in Radium Springs
Radium Springs is a desert neighborhood characterized by its spacious lots and diverse home styles, including 1990s ranch-style homes and 1930s Southwestern-style cottages. Properties often feature agricultural elements like pecan orchards and horse stables, with lot sizes ranging from less than an acre to 13 acres. The area offers a mix of dirt and paved roads, with homes providing views of the Robledo Mountains. Leasburg Dam State Park, spanning 293 acres, is a local attraction with over 2 miles of trails along the Rio Grande, popular for birdwatching, stargazing, and water activities like tubing and kayaking. The Radium Springs Community Center, renovated in 2023, includes a new playground and gymnasium. Dining options include the historic Blue Moon Bar and Grill, known for its New Mexican-style bar food and live music, and the family-owned Fort Selden Winery, which offers local red wines and scenic views. Monthly events at Leasburg Dam State Park, such as stargazing nights and birding tours, draw residents outdoors. The neighborhood lacks public transportation, bike lanes, and sidewalks, so residents rely on cars for commuting, with Interstate 25 providing access to Las Cruces (18 miles) and El Paso (60 miles). Las Cruces International Airport is 22 miles away, and El Paso International Airport is 66 miles away. Local students attend Las Cruces Public Schools, located about 12 miles southeast, with highly rated options like Mayfield High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Radium Springs a good place to live?
Radium Springs is a good place to live. Radium Springs is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Radium Springs has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $76,022 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 26% of residents. A majority of residents in Radium Springs are home owners, with 15.6% of residents renting and 84.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Radium Springs can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Radium Springs neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Radium Springs?
The median home price in Radium Springs is $345,682. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Radium Springs. The average household income in Radium Springs is $76K.
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Home Trends in Radium Springs, NM
On average, homes in Radium Springs, NM sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Radium Springs, NM over the last 12 months is $309,990.
Median Sale Price
$309,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,682
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$345,682
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%