1 Acre of Residential Land for Sale in Belen, New Mexico

These four quarter-acre lots totaling 1 acre in Valencia County, New Mexico offer buildable high desert land with panoramic Manzano Mountain views, PD zoning, and three adjacent lots meeting the 0.75-acre building permit threshold near Belen.

Flexible owner financing options available!

The properties sit in the Rio Del Oro subdivision at approximately 5,010 feet elevation with mostly flat terrain, native desert scrub vegetation, and clear sightlines to Manzano Peak, Capilla Peak, and Bosque Peak rising on the eastern horizon. Three lots (29, 30, and 31) sit adjacent to one another combining to meet the 0.75-acre minimum required for a building permit in this area, while the fourth nearby lot (28) adds a bonus quarter acre to the package. Together the four lots provide both the buildable acreage needed for permitting and extra room. Planned Development District (PD) zoning permits single-family homes, mobile homes (1975 or newer, minimum 840 square feet with placement permit), and modular homes. Camping is permitted up to 180 days with an approved Temporary Use Application. RV use is allowed up to 180 days with approved application but not for permanent residency. Short-term rentals are permitted with a permit.

No HOA exists, no annual dues apply, and no construction timeline is required. Minimum build size is 840 square feet. Solar or alternative power is recommended as electric connection is not currently on site, though extension may be possible with buyer verification of availability and costs. Well drilling or water hauling/holding tank is required for water (water table depth varies, consult local well drillers). Alternative septic system installation is required. Cell reception is reliably available throughout the subdivision. Annual property taxes total approximately $25 across all four lots ($5 per lot). The properties sit outside FEMA flood zones. Access is via dirt trail extending from Urusula Drive/Georgetown Avenue with 4WD recommended.

Located approximately 13 minutes from Belen for grocery stores, restaurants, medical care, and schools, 21 minutes from Los Lunas, and 45 minutes from Albuquerque via the I-25 corridor for Sunport International Airport, Old Town, and full city services. The Manzano Mountains to the east are home to Cibola National Forest and the Manzano Mountain Wilderness with year-round hiking trails. The broader Valencia County region offers Jaramillo Vineyards, Whitfield Wildlife Conservation Area, Harvey House Museum, and Tome Hill Park all within reasonable driving distance.

Contact us today to learn about owner financing options at 20-25% down and discover how these four Rio Del Oro lots offer buildable New Mexico acreage with mountain views, minimal carrying costs, and I-25 corridor access!