
Residential Land for Sale in Los Alamos, New Mexico
Los Alamos County, Los Alamos, NM 87544
Discover a rare opportunity to build your dream home on one of Barranca Mesa's most stunning canyon-edge lots. With sweeping, unobstructed views stretching across rugged mesas, forested canyonlands, and the distant mountain ranges, this homesite captures everything that makes Los Alamos so special. Morning light floods the landscape, evenings glow with vivid sunsets, and every day offers a front-row seat to nature's drama. This generous lot sits on the rim of a spectacular canyon-a privilege few properties in town can claim. Lots in Los Alamos are already few and far between, and canyon-side parcels are even more exceptional. Here, you'll enjoy a sense of space, privacy, and connection to the land while still being minutes from schools, trailheads, the lab, and all the conveniences of town. The site offers gentle topography near the street for practical building, while the back of the lot opens dramatically to the canyon below-perfect for designing a home with panoramic windows, an elevated deck, or outdoor spaces that take full advantage of the view. Whether you envision a modern retreat, a southwest-style sanctuary, or a cozy, light-filled home overlooking the cliffs, this lot is ready for your vision. -Key Features- Rare buildable lot on Barranca Mesa Incredible canyon, mesa, and mountain views Peaceful setting with established fencing Moments from parks, schools, and world-class hiking A limited opportunity in a community with very few available parcels Create a home that rises to meet its breathtaking surroundings-this exceptional property is your canvas.
Location
- County
- Los Alamos County
- Elevation
- 7,233 feet
Directions
Start at EXIT Realty Advantage NM - 1615 Central Ave. Head northwest on Central Ave toward 20th Street / Trinity Drive. Turn right on Trinity Drive (or whichever local road leads uphill toward the Mesa/'Barranca Mesa' area - navigate as local signage directs toward "Camino Encantado / mesa neighborhood"). Continue up into the residential area. Depending on the precise layout of the street grid, follow local roads leading to Camino Encantado. Turn onto Camino Encantado and proceed until you reach 881 Camino Encantado - the destination lot / address.
Property details
- Lot size
- 0.25 acres10,890 sq ft
- Zoning
- R-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
- MLS #
- SFAR 202505317
- Posted
Parcels
- 1-035-113-237-443
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
Structure
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barranca | Elementary | — | — |
| Los Alamos Middle School | Middle | — | — |
| Los Alamos High | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2025 | New listing | $250,000 | — | SFAR |


















