
Residential Land for Sale in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Akron Rd NW, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
Own Land in One of New Mexico's Growing Communities
This half-acre residential lot is located in Rio Rancho Estates in Sandoval County, New Mexico, just northwest of Albuquerque.
Rio Rancho continues to grow, attracting new residents, major employers, and large-scale development. This property offers an affordable opportunity to own land in the western Rio Rancho area while new economic activity continues to shape the region.
- One of the area's newest major developments, Castelion's Project Ranger, is located less than eight miles by road from the property. The large manufacturing campus represents significant new investment in Sandoval County and is expected to create hundreds of high-paying jobs in the region.
- Beyond the area's growth, this property offers the peaceful side of New Mexico living. Enjoy wide-open high-desert scenery, expansive skies, distant views of the Sandia Mountains, and room to create your own plans over time.
- Rio Rancho and the surrounding area offer access to parks, trails, open spaces, golf courses, shopping, dining, and the services of the greater Albuquerque area, while still providing the privacy and space that come with owning land outside the developed city neighborhoods.
- The property itself is raw, undeveloped land and is best suited for a buyer who understands that future use will require planning, permits, utilities, and property improvements.
Property Overview:
- Zoning: NR, Neighborhood Residential. Single-family and manufactured homes may be permitted subject to applicable requirements and approvals.
- RV Use: Temporary RV use may be permitted during active home construction with the proper permits. Buyer should verify all current requirements with the appropriate local authorities.
- Utilities: This is raw, undeveloped land. No utilities are currently installed on the property. Buyers should independently investigate electricity, water, septic, utility extension costs, and all related requirements.
- Terrain: Level high-desert land with wide-open skies and distant mountain views.
- Access: Legal access via subdivision roads. Road conditions and physical access should be independently verified by the buyer.
Payment Options:
1. Cash purchase available.
2. Owner financing is available with a low down payment and simple monthly payments. No credit check and interest-free financing.
Whether you are planning for the future, looking for a peaceful place to call your own, or simply ready to own land in the Rio Rancho area, contact me today for property details and available purchase options.
Location
- Street address
- Akron Rd NW
- County
- Sandoval County
- Zip code
- 87144
- Elevation
- 5,400 feet
Property details
- Lot size
- 0.5 acres21,780 sq ft
- Zoning
- RN
- Access
- Public road
- Showing
- Go on your own
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2026
- $45
Parcels
- 1006075164386
Legal description
Subd: Rio Rancho Estates Block: 123 Lot: 20 Unit: 23
Owner financing
| Finance price | Down payment | Term | Rate | Payment | Est total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3,069 | $99 | 30 months | 0% | $99/mo | $103/mo |
- Loan fees
- Doc: $99 one-time
- Additional terms
No credit check.
Details and features
Lot
- View
- Desert, Mountain, Scenic
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 14, 2026 | Price increase | $2,499 | $650 35.2% | Property seller |
| Oct 23, 2025 | New listing | $1,849 | — | Property seller |
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