5 Acres Only 16 Minutes to Belen
Belen, NM 87002
Valencia County, New Mexico
Farm Description
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Are you looking for peaceful, off-grid New Mexico land with mountain views, open skies, and freedom to build?
This 5.00-Acre vacant lot in Valencia County, New Mexico is located in the Tierra Grande subdivision, just 10 minutes from Belen and 40 minutes to Albuquerque. Zoned Residential, this flat, buildable lot is ideal for a custom home, desert cabin, or long-term land investment. The Tierra Grande Improvement Association offers 14,000+ acres of open space for hiking, horseback riding, and wildlife exploration, plus protective covenants to preserve land value and access.
Whether you're dreaming of a self-sustaining homestead, weekend escape, or a property to hold for the future, this 5-acre parcel offers unmatched value and flexibility in a fast-growing region.
-Your Freedom, Your Land
This land gives you the freedom to:
Build a single-family home or off-grid retreat
Install solar panels, septic, and well for full off-grid living
Hike, ride, and explore 14,000 acres of community open space
Preserve as a private nature sanctuary
Use for a photography basecamp, hiking outpost, or future residence
Note: Mobile homes and RV living are not allowed. Please confirm all zoning regulations with Valencia County and the Tierra Grande Improvement Association before purchase.
--New Mexico Natural Beauty
5.00 acres of flat desert land at ~5,120 ft elevation
Light desert vegetation with Manzano Mountain views
Wide-open skies, panoramic sunsets, and quiet surroundings
Ideal for stargazing, horseback riding, or solar gardening
Great for off-grid homesteads or seasonal escapes
This property is perfect for anyone looking to reconnect with nature and escape the chaos of city life.
--Zoned Residential with Flexible Use
Zoned for single-family homes only
No time limit to build - develop now or hold as an investment
Septic and well required (standard for the area)
Solar power recommended - no electric service nearby
Located in the Tierra Grande HOA - dues ~$50/Year
14,000+ acres of protected open space for recreation
2 horses for every 5 acres are allowed (but not other livestock like cows or chickens)
--Fantastic Valencia County Location
10 minutes to Belen - groceries, restaurants, hardware stores
13 miles to Los Lunas - Walmart, schools, and services
40 minutes to Albuquerque - international airport, Costco, UNM Hospital
1 hour 30 minutes to Santa Fe - historic downtown, art scene
27 minutes to Belen Regional Airport
--Nearby Attractions
Whitfield Wildlife Conservation Area - 18 min (9.5 miles)
Tome Hill Park - 15 min (6.8 miles)
Harvey House Museum - 21 min (10.6 miles)
El Cerro de Los Lunas Preserve - 41 min (21.5 miles)
Hidden Mountain Petroglyph Site - 50 min (31.5 miles)
Manzano Mountains State Park - hiking, wildlife, camping
Rio Grande River Access - for scenic drives and water fun
--Road Access, Utilities & Internet
Dirt road frontage maintained by Tierra Grande
Power not yet extended - ideal for solar systems
Well and septic required - common for this area
Cell signal and satellite internet available
No city water or sewer lines - full off-grid experience
--Smart Land Use Ideas
Build a remote desert cabin or future dream home
Set up a solar-powered homestead
Use as a long-term investment or land bank
Preserve it for recreation or wildlife watching
Great for horse owners and hikers
Establish a quiet photography or writing retreat
--Owner Financing Available
We make land buying easy, affordable, and accessible:
Down Payment: $25
Document Fee: $249 (non-refundable)
Monthly Payment: Flexible terms - contact for custom plan
Cash Discount Price: Inquire for lowest total
No credit check - you're automatically approved
Fully digital process - close in 2-3 days
--Full Property Details
APN (Assessor's Parcel Number): 1017020185130000490
Legal Description: Lot 49, Block 12, Tierra Grande Unit No. 1
Size: 5.00 acres
Elevation: ~5,120 feet
Coordinates (approx.): 34.53337, -106.61538
Zoning: Residential
HOA: Tierra Grande Improvement Association
HOA Dues: ~$50/Year
Annual Taxes: ~$23.04
Utilities: Solar + septic + well
Survey: Not available (buyer may commission one)
Mobile Homes: Not allowed
RV Use: Not allowed
Time Limit to Build: None
- Land Exchange Guarantee
We back every property with our 365-Day Land Exchange Guarantee. If you finance and decide it's not the right fit, you can swap for any other land in our inventory-no penalty.
--Start Your Land Journey Today
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You're not just buying land.
You're claiming peace, privacy, and possibility.
Land. Freedom. New Mexico. Yours.
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Directions to Farm
From Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
- Get on I-25 S: 4 min (1.2 mi)
- Follow I-25 S to I-25BL in Belen. Take exit 195 from I-25 S: 23 min (28.3 mi)
- Continue on I-25BL. Take NM-47 S/Rio Communities Blvd to Trampas Dr: 23 min (17.6 mi)
