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Great Country Home! Perfect for a small family or a wonderful place to retire. Lots of potential! This 3 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, has 1786 sq. ft., 2 living areas, over 800 sq.ft. of open and covered Porch and Patio areas, storage building and great yard with mature landscaping. $150,000

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4058 PEPPER POST AVE • $265,000 SONOMA RANCH Fabulous 4 bedroom Courtyard Home in great Sonoma Ranch neighborhood! Beautiful, complete landscaping in front & back. Stunning, full Organ Mountain view from custom Courtyard. Full Spanish tile roof. Beautiful open floor-plan, large Kitchen with island/bar. Energy Star efficient. Front bedroom could be an ideal office. 2052 sq. ft. Seller/Broker. Only $265,000! L#806543. www.4058PepperPost.com

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2329 TERRACE COURT • $169,900

GREG SHERMAN 575-642-8500

Beautifully remodeled inside! 2 living areas, 3 large bedrooms, french doors, pueblo FP, nice tiled entry courtyard. Large lot, new lawn in back & covered patio. Telshor area close to Memorial Med Center & NMSU. NOW $20K under original price. Owner/Broker. L#806239. GREG SHERMAN 575-642-8500

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This is one of the few lots left in the city with great views of all of the valley....As far as the eye can see a little bit of Heaven on Earth. West on Picacho-Left (South) on Weinrich (Right) West on Redwolf, Right (South) on Lark Spur Court to cul-de-sac, 2nd lot on Right. Owner/Agent. For More Information Please Call Agent/Owner Christine Telles at 575-650-4121

Great Family Home! On 1.3 Acres, this 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath plus Office has 3741 sq ft of Living Area, Huge Family/Gameroom/Bar Combo Area Inside, as well as an additional Oversized Patio with Kitchen and Upstairs Deck, also has Two Detached Bar/Buffet areas. Great for Entertaining. Two Car Garage has a Mechanic’s Pit. This Wonderful Property has Great Views and can be Horse Property. L#805306. $438,000.

Christine

3810 PARADISE LANE • $342,950 SIERRA DE LAS UVAS Peaceful country living with gorgeous views of mountains. Horse property with tack area in 3-stall barn with turnouts. Shop with 220V and piped for compressed air, office space, pasture, pipe corrals, auto watering for horses. Twenty-year warranty on 4-year-old roof. Washer, dryer, and pool table are included. Much, much more!

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1204 GUNSIGHT PEAK • $179,900 • 4 Hills Area • 1671 sq. ft. • 4 BD/2 BA • Corner Lo

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Glorious Glorieta

2335 GLORIETA PLACE • $284,900 SONOMA RANCH Location, amenities and price make this 3BR/2.5BA/2CG 2057 SF custom home with an open floor plan truly a great buy. Among the many upgrades are granite counters, venetian plaster accents, tile throughout the living areas and energy efficient construction. To complete the package add mountain views, a stained stamped concrete driveway, tile roof and covered patios L#805218

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1657 STONE MOUNTAIN • $344,000 HIGH RANGE The popular "Latigo" model on one of the largest lots in a cul-de-sac. Golf course and mountain views! Multiple upgrades include entry door, tile floors, granite counter tops, stenciled concrete rear patio. Private court yard with water feature. French doors lead from guest room to patio. CEIL LEVATINO 575-644-6763

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6721 PUEBLO VISTA • $1,995/mon. 3 bedroom 3 bath, workshop, living room, den, garden room, library, marble tile floors, fireplace in living room and master suite, gourmet kitchen, hidden gardens throughout the home with stone pathways. Pristine views from every angle of mountains, rich farmland, and golf course as far as the eyes can see. MELISSA RUDIN 575-644-6343 MESILLA VALLEY REAL ESTATE, LLC 575-526-1797

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4522 Hillsboro • $146,000

This home has lots of charm & personality. Better then new with front & back landscaping done as well as window coverings & installed. Home is very efficient for easy care & easy living.

3908 SOMBRA ARBOL • $190,000 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, excellent floorplan, large cul-de-sac lot, Views of the Valley and Mountainsy, walking distance to new 36 acre city park! Large Open Floorplan, Master bedroom with oversized walk in closet, Jet Tub, Stall Shower, Double Sinks, & Seperate Door to Patio. Spare Bedrooms have window seats and Mountain Views! Lots of Extras in this Custom Built home by DLP Building Company... Just finished and ready to move in...

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Escape to the Mountains

Live in a quiet home among Ponderosa pines with Bald Eagles and Great Blue Herons flying overhead! Secluded but not remote. Great views for watching an abundance of birds and wildlife. 4.5 acres, Gila National Forest on two sides, at Lake Roberts, NM. 2100 + sq. ft. Built in 2000. Unique Southwest Contemporary home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, including large master suite w/ walk-in closet, all radiant infloor heat. Large, IKEA kitchen w/dishwasher, separate dining, large living room w/raised kiva fireplace & flagstone floor. Bright interior w/large windows, vaulted ceilings, neutral paint. Separate 2-car garage w/loft studio. Entertain on huge wrap around deck or by rock garden w/garden pond. Good water. 4WD best for access. $389,928. FSBO / NM Realtor. Email: lakerobertscommunity@yahoo.com

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4620 Firefly Road • $345,000

• 1995 Southwest style home • 2214 SF, 2x6 construction • 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths • 3 Car garage • Living room with wood burning fireplace

• Dining room, Family room w/ bar • Low E windows • 24x40 Mueller workshop with electric and 1/2 bath • 2 Acres

15755 Hawkeye Canyon Rd. • $645,000

12625 Doña Ana Road • $399,500

• 2006 Ranch style home • 1815 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths • 30x50 insulated workshop w/electric • 12x12 tack shed, 24x48 hay shed

• 9 lighted horse pens (various sizes) • Automatic waterers • 6 Acres planted in alfalfa • EBID and irrigation well

6480 Vista Valley Trail • $560,000

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• 2007 Tom Capron design • 2x6 construction • Commercial grade polymer roof • 4247 SF, 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths • Living rm, Hobby rm, Media rm, Office

• 3 Car garage w/temp regulated wine rm • Outdoor kitchen, fireplace & vineyard • 5 Acres with stunning mountain & valley views

• 2002 home constructed with ICF walls • 3056 SF, 4 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 Baths, office or 5th bedroom • Large kitchen, dining room, 2 living areas • Game room with 1/2 bath • Heated and cooled large 2 car garage/workshop

• Low E windows • In-ground lap pool & gazebo • 2.77 acres with EBID, shared 10" irrigation well • Horses allowed and stunning mountain views

Call Dan Delaney for more information on these homes at 575-647-5041 or 575-644-0776.

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318 West Amador Las Cruces, NM 88005

815 815 Fort Fort Fillmore Fillmore $675,000 This horse property is ready for business! 3706 square foot home has 5 bedrooms, huge kitchen. Wood floors throughout. Kitchen and bathrooms recently remodeled. Large gazebo with fireplace and wired for 220. Workshop is wired for 220. Stable facility includes 22 stalls, office, tack room, exerciser, 12 long pens with shade canopy. Fenced pasture with EBID allotment.

5065 Hunters Chase • $367,000 L#806696, 3 BR, 2 BA, 2225 Sq. Ft.

6660 Vista Hermosa • $379,000 L#804742, 3 BR, 2 BA, 2533 Sq. Ft.

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Elaine Johnson Named RE/MAX Broker/Owner of the Year (Denver, CO, February 20, 2009) – RE/MAX International Inc., headquartered in Denver, CO, presented Elaine Johnson with the 2008 Broker/Owner of the Year Award for New Mexico. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding Broker/Owners who demonstrate extraordinary commitment and loyalty to their RE/MAX Associates, employees and clients. “Elaine Johnson is a valued and trusted member of the RE/MAX Network and truly exemplifies what a Broker/Owner should be,” said Saba Swamy, Franchise Development Consultant for the RE/MAX Southwest Region. "Her commitment and dedication to her Associates is unparalleled. She genuinely cares about her team and all of their success. I am so pleased to have Elaine as a member of the Southwest Region and I look forward to the continued success of RE/MAX Classic Realty under her leadership." Johnson was selected from a number of RE/MAX Broker/Owners in New Mexico and she is one of only a select few across the country, out of the entire RE/MAX Network, to be given the Broker/Owner of the Year Award. RE/MAX Classic Realty has performed exceptionally well in this market, due in part to the importance Johnson places on pursuing continuing education and utilizing the benefits available through the RE/MAX system. Johnson recognizes that in a difficult market, training and education will help her Associates succeed.

Johnson opened RE/MAX Classic Realty in January, 1995 and since that time has proven to be a great leader, mentor and business owner, growing her brokerage over the years, and expanding the presence of RE/MAX throughout Las Cruces. RE/MAX Classic Realty is located at 1005 S. Telshor, Blvd. Las Cruces, NM. To learn more about the team at RE/MAX Classic Realty, or to search for a New Mexico home, visit www.lascruceshomesales.com or call 575.524.8788.

Getting financing when real estate prices drop About.com

Loans change constantly. The only variable that remains the same is financing, but rates, terms and conditions fluctuate. What was vogue years ago, might not hold true in a slowing marketplace. • Make Sellers Pay Down Your Interest Rate It's true, on top of price, you can ask a seller to pay down the interest rate on your mortgage. • FHA Loans are Popular Once Again Yes, FHA loans have made a recent comeback in falling real estate markets. Plus, the requirements are more lenient, so sellers won't shrink away from your offer.

• Mortgage Lender Choices Sellers don't have the right in buyer's markets to insist that you choose their lender. Here's how to find your own financing at the most competitive rates available. • Best Time to Lock a Loan Often the Fed decreases rates that affect mortgage rates when the market stalls. Should you wait before locking a loan rate? How long? • How to Avoid Shady Lenders Predatory lenders lurk in the shadows and prey on innocent victims. Don't be bamboozled by them. When the market swings back toward a seller's market, and it will, your strategies will change. But until appreciation begins to spread its wings and soar, these tips should keep you moving in the right direction.

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NEWS Four ways the 2009 econonic stimulus plan benefits home owners, buyers There are four primary sections of the 2009 economic stimulus plan that could be very beneficial if you own or are buying a home. Here are the first two, read the next issue of LasCrucesMoves.com for benefits 3 & 4.

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BENEFIT #1

Las Cruces, New Mexico 88005

Karen Trujillo Broker/Owner (575) 571-8028 Nathan Ortiz (575) 202-0234

Josie Hall (575) 642-6216

New Listing!

• $321,000 • Elegance, Detail, Comfort • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 2514 sq. ft. • East Northrise • Many upgrades in this custom home!

4578 Mesa Moreno

The tax credit for making energy efficient homes improvements is not 30% of the cost of the improvements up to a maximum of $1,500. This means that if the improvements cost you $4,500, you owuld recieve a tax refund of $,15000 when you file your tax returns. Eligible improvements include energy efficient exterior doors and windows, insulation, heat pumps, furnaces, central air conditioners and water heaters. Generally, your home improvement contractor and/or the manufacturer selling the improvements issues a certification that clarifies whether the improvements meet the necessary standards for energy efficiency. Most modern windows, furnaces, and air conditioners meet these requirements. If you’ve been holding off on making some of these improvements, now is a great time to get a move on it - especially with all the great deals that are being offered. BENEFIT #2

RI CE RED UCED !

3397 Park Ridge

• Reduced to $199,900! • Elks Club area • 3 BD/2.5 BA • 1639 sq. ft. • Corner Lot

3717 Piedras Negras • SELLING LESS THAN PURCHASED FOR • Las Colinas (High Desert Subdivision) • $179,900 • 3 BR/2.5BA • 1814 Sq. Ft.

• 4 Hills Area • 1671 sq. ft.

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The tax credit available to first time home buyers was increased from $7,500 to $8,000 for homes purchased between January 1,

2009 and December 1, 2009. Also, the credit no longer needs to be paid back as long as you live in the home without selling it for at least 3 years. The previous version of the credit expired July 1, 2009 and required home buyers to pay the funds back over a 15 year time frame. The income limitations remain the same ($75,000 for single tax payers claiming the cull crdit and $150,000 for married tax payers), as do most other qualification requirements. Also, the credit remains refundable. This means that first-time home buyers who owe less than $8,000 in taxes for the yera are still eligible for the full $8,000 credit when they file their tax returns. In that case, the IRS will write you a check for the difference between $8,000 and your actual tax bill. In fact, the credit can be claimed on your 2008 tax returns that you file by April 15, 2009 , even if you buy the home in 2009. There is one catch, however, if you bought the home in 2008, the credit remains $7,500, and it still needs to be paid back over a 15 year timeframe beginning in 2011 when you file your 2010 returns. Benefits 3 & 4 will be printed the in the next issue of LasCrucesMoves.com

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Stimulus plan faces confidence test By Ilyce Glink Inman News Service

It's been a busy session for Congress: After debating a $15,000 tax credit for all homeowners, the House and Senate finally agreed on an $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers who qualify under income guidelines. That's better than the $7,500 tax credit that was passed last fall. And the way the new stimulus package is written, you won't have to pay the tax credit back in $500 increments over 15 years. In fact, the homebuyer would get the $8,000 credit with no payback requirement. The world of stimulus, investment, Wall Street and the credit markets is moving so fast, it's tough for a weekly columnist to keep up. But in its final form, the $787 billion stimulus package aims to give taxpayers some additional help by providing a payroll tax credit of $400 for low- and middleincome workers ($800 for couples), expansion of the child tax credit, expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit, further relief of the marriage penalty, incentives for buying new cars (including light trucks and SUVs),

and relief of the alternative minimum tax (AMT) that would have snared as many as 26 million taxpayers in 2009. Will it work? That depends on what the problem is that you're trying to fix. I've long felt that there is both a serious financial component and an emotional component to the current crisis. Fixing the financial failings of Wall Street and Main Street won't necessarily cure the crisis of confidence and trust that lingers. It isn't just that Americans don't trust the high-paid bankers on Wall Street. It's that they no longer trust themselves to make smart, long-term decisions for their family's future. They are second-guessing the most basic financial moves they've made. Consider three letters that recently arrived in my inbox: Letter 1: A single mom in California used a 40-year loan to stretch her finances and buy a house for $500,000 that's now worth $350,000. She's paying her bills but wonders whether she's possibly made the dumbest move of her life. Letter 2: A divorced woman wonders if she made her own dumbest move by asking for the house based on its valuation when

she divorced in 2005 -- rather than getting half of her ex-husband's pension. The house is worth 30 percent less -- if she can even sell it. Letter 3: A husband/father wonders whether he'll ever climb out of the hole his family has fallen into, now that he has lost his job and is on the verge of losing his house to foreclosure. He is contemplating a life of not even qualifying to rent a house in his neighborhood of choice, not because he can't afford it, but because he doesn't know who would want to rent a home to someone with his credit score These three individuals, the families they're connected to and the thousands of other Americans who write to me each week are all wondering what money moves they should be making right now. Should they stay in their homes or sell? Should they buy or rent? Should they keep contributing to their 401(k) plans at work, or contribute to a Roth IRA, or keep it in their mattress at home? (I'm not a big fan of stuffing your mattress with money, due to the risk of fire and flood. Safe deposit boxes are better -you'll be safe even if the bank goes under.) It's becoming clearer that the mantra on

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Capitol Hill to "Do something, anything" is the call of people desperate to help, but who are unsure whether the help will actually solve the problem.

A few things are clear: If people have jobs, they'll pay their mortgage, taxes and other bills. If they don't, they'll choose food and fuel over a mortgage payment or credit card bill every day of the week. If they can't afford to pay for COBRA after being laid off, they won't carry health insurance. And if they get sick, they'll head for the emergency room -- and perhaps after that bankruptcy court. But with our self-esteem tied up so closely with our net worth, you almost want to see Oprah lead a class on how to reprogram financial trust back into our lives. Because if you don't have faith that the next 10 years in this country will be better than the last, it's a big leap from there to buying a house and sinking roots into a community.

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2920 Valle Vista - Recently remodeled Townhome is approx. 1774 sqft. & has 3brs., 2 baths, 2 car garage, private courtyard and back yard. Close to shopping and restaurants. Annual association fee allows for use of pool and tennis courts. $179,450. L#806354. Call Stephanie to view at 575650-0930.

2200 Carriage Hills Rd. - Garfield/Salem area. Lots of room to roam, this 3519 sf. home wtih at least 4 br and has 2 baths with 2 more just needing to be finished, 2 kitchens and 2 living areas. 3-4 car garage, Shop, 22x36 RV Port plus carport. 127 Pecan Trees with EBID water rights. Horse stalls priced to sell. $239,000. L#803612 Call Marti to view at 575-644-7070

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1810 Las Tunas - This 3 br, 1 3/4 bath home is approx. 1615 sq. ft. has an open floor plan with views of the Organs. Backyard has an in ground pool and enclosed hot tub. This is a must see at $216,450. Call Stephanie for an appointment at 575-635-074. L#806512

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1829 Salinas - Conveniently located in the Telshor area this 4 bdrm, 2089 sq ft home sits on nearly a quarter of an acre with beautiful views of the organs from your nicesized yard. Granite counter tops, wood and tile floors thru out. Nice floorplan with lots of modern updates like custom cabinets, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, new roof with warranty, new paint, double pane windows and a fireplace! Plenty of room for an RV! Priced well at $229,000 Call Summer Woods for your showing at 575-650-0930.

3050 Chippewa • $229,500

Vacation Rental? Corporate Needs? Visiting Family & Friends? Between Homes? Waiting For Your Home To Be Built? Stay in a new, comfortable, luxurious, furnished condominium with full kitchen and washer and dryer along with a fitness center, pool, and barbeques in the lovely center courtyard. Beautiful views and ambiance. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants and historical attractions. Enjoy this charming community year-round. Two bedroom units available weekly and monthly.There is nothing else like this in Las Cruces or the Mesilla Valley. Come see why!

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Beautiful Jornada Home 3037 Rio Arriza • $229,900 Hunter Douglas honeycomb blinds throughout. Upgraded landscaping, mature trees. Shower has banco and nicho. Kiva fireplace gas/wood, all valances convey. Storage shelf in garage. Like new--owner lived in house four months. Existing builder's warranty conveys with home.

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PRESTIGIOUS PICACHO HILLS Representing over 60 residential building lots in four of the most desirable subdivisions of Picacho Hills: Mansiones de Galicia • Estate and Patio Home Lots • Priced from $90,000 Fairway 18 Villas • Estate Homes • Priced from $75,000 Via Emma • Golf Course Lots • Priced from $89,000 Linda Vista • Estate Size Lots • Priced from $149,900 Call for the best selection of building lots… I know all the “dirt’ in Picacho Hills! Mary Mulvihill (575) 496-6597 • Emerick Real Estate, Inc. (575) 523-2850

Desert Breeze Subdivision Presale homes starting in the $130s. Minimum 1,400 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, contemporary design, 2 car garage and all city utilities. 1 and 2 story elevations available. Visit www.landinlascruces.com for more information Paul Cruz (575) 571-5437 • Garland Realty & Development, LLC. (575) 524-7266

Mesilla Park Mosaic The first of its kind, a truly upscale gated community designed for elegant and distinctive homes in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This elegant Las Cruces gated community offers security, beautifully landscaped common areas, front yard maintenance, diverse "Old World" architectural style, numerous custom home options. A limited number of 1 acre lots available. Call Today! 1950 Tapestry Circle • $120,6151880 Tapestry Circle • $122,825 1940 Tapestry Circle • $123,3351925 Tapestry Circle • $124,440 3570 Cloister Court • $126,225 1875 Tapestry Circle • $129,000* * Rockwall fee not included in lot price.

Billie Haynie (575) 635-8921 • Emerick Real Estate (575) 523-2850 0000 Lakespur • $110,000 This is one of the few lots left in the city with great views of all of the valley....As far as the eye can see a little bit of Heaven on Earth. West on Picacho-Left (South) on Weinrich (Right) West on Redwolf, Right (South) on Lark Spur Court to cul-de-sac, 2nd lot on Right. Owner/Agent. Christine Telles (575) 650-4121 • Coldwell Banker deWetter Hovious, Inc. (575) 521-1000

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SEARCH 100’S OF HOMES AT WWW.LASCRUCESMOVES.COM.

Hot On The Market February 26 - March 11

$65,000

NEW ON THE MARKET

1421 Gonzales. Conveniently located off Solano Drive. Original house was built in 1940. There are additions. House has 2 BD/2BA and in need of repairs. Per assessor’s office, it is 1720 sq.ft.. Spacious lot: 0.25 acre. L#NEW. Irina Martynova 575-644-8772 Solutions4U Realty, LLC

JORNADA

$169,900

A MUST SEE!

$120,000

NO CLOSING COSTS!*

1467 Branding Iron Circle. Big beautiful, 4BR, 2BA luxury home on it’s own lot appraised by the County for more than $138,000 but available to you for only: $120,000 WITH NO CLOSING COSTS!* Are you a veteran… no down! FHA only requires a small down! There are many easy plans for 1st time home buyers!! Move in Ready! Arrington’s Theatre of Homes Real Estate CALL TODAY! 575-526-1802 2-12

LAS ALTURAS

$425,000

GREAT CITY & MOUNTAIN VIEWS

$199,500

PRICED AT ONLY $199,500!

1801 Clark + 1803 Clark. Brick fireplace in the living room of this 3BR, 2BA big brick beauty & tiled den ready for woodburning stove, formal dining & huge kitchen with center island. All refurbished w/ new roof, ventwork and much more! Central heating & cooling. BONUS: 1BR, 1BA cottage! All situated on fenced & gated 1/4 acre. Owner is able to finance or will pay your closing costs if you buy no down, VA or small down FHA. 2-12

LAS ALTURAS

$367,000

LOVELY HOME IN LAS ALTURAS

4240 Kalancho Court. FOR SALE, LEASE OPTION, REAL ESTATE CONTRACT, OR LEASE $1,500 PER MONTH. Beautiful one-acre yard with heated swimming pool. Cabana with 3/4 bath, and 3-car garage, 2 story, 2 living areas, beautiful landscape, drip system, four bedrooms + office, skylights, balcony deck, pool room. Seller is offering $20,000 to refurbish home. Lucille Garcia 575-640-9361 Tracey Pidge 575-635-1053 Steinborn GMAC Real Estate 575-522-3698

5065 Hunter's Chase Rd. This home has many updates: new exterior elastomeric paint, new window coverings throughout, granite counter tops in the kitchen and bathrooms and slate kitchen sink. Versatile, oversized 3-car garage w/insulated doors. RV access w/50 amp electrical hookup. Back patio is a great entertainment area w/shade all afternoon. Sherry Tillman is owner/agent.

PICACHO HILLS

RANCHO LOMAS

SONOMA RANCH

CONTEMPORARY BEAUTY!

6660 Vista Hermosa. Contemporary split 3 bedroom, 2 bath home on 1/2 acre. Open Kitchen/Dining Area, Formal Living/Music Room, separate Formal Dining, large utility room. Pool has new pump and is heated. Views of both Picacho Peak and the Valley/Organ Mountains. Never a back yard neighbor. Karin Davidson 575-649-9256 Sherry Tillman 575-640-5354 EXIT Realty Horizons 575-532-5678

$738,316

LOMA HEIGHTS

$127,000

WELL MAINTAINED HOME

1901 Evelyn St. 1302 SF 3BR/1.75BA/2CG home in convenient Loma Heights. Large yard with covered patio. Aluminuim siding with brick accents. L#806457.

Karin Davidson 575-649-9256 Sherry Tillman 575-640-5354 EXIT Realty Horizons 575-532-5678

$375,000

A TUSCAN BEAUTY!

2631 Monte Bello. Unique custom Mediterranean/Tuscan home sits on private hilltop lot in prestigious Rancho Lomas. Open floor plan as well as outdoor kitchen & living room with fireplace and more. Custom ceilings, built-ins, specialty lighting, custom Hunter Douglas wood shutters & Silhouettes. Too much to list, go to www.2631MonteBello.com for more information. L#806234. Barbara Childs 575-312-4814 ERA Sellers, Buyers & Assoc. 575-522-4235

3908 Sombra Arbol. Spectacular home well priced at $190,000. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, excellent floorplan and large cul-da-sac lot. Views of the Valley, walking distance to new 36 acre city park! Just finished and ready to move in... Aaron Perez 575-571-3217 Coss Real Estate 575-524-7653

WELL PRICED HOME!

Arrington’s Theatre of Homes Real Estate 575-526-1802

4540 Camino dos Vidas. Immaculate home with 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, 2 car garage, 1490 sq. ft. In area convenient to White Sands, schools & shopping. David Blackmon 575-642-7438 Winton/Flair Realty 575-541-1968

$379,000

$190,000

www.2264SedonaHillsParkway.com

Mary Mulvihill 575-496-6597 Beulah Gatlin 575-642-7621 Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

2264 Sedona Hills Parkway. Sacrifice by seller's; now $375,000 for this exclusive Boulder's on the Green, 55+ gated community, ranch style, no maintenance, 2 yr old, modern territorial style home! Surrounded by homes priced twice as much, you have incredible, unobstructed views along the fairway from this spacious, corner yard. The owner's value for the custom upgrades and additions is $450,000. This is a 3 BR, 2 bath model, 2040 sq ft. where the 3rd BR is an office with bookcases. Fantastic brick surfaces over all concrete. The private clubhouse with pools and a fitness center is only a block away. A must see and a must buy at this price! Owner financing is available.

Tom Tetting 575-405-8618 RE/MAX Classic Realty 575-524-8788

NORTH VALLEY

$109,000

DON’T MISS THIS GREAT HOME!

5200 Nana Trail. Commanding view of the North Valley and the Robledos! Perched high on a hill at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac. Immaculate, well laidout home with 3 huge split bedrooms; 2 are Masters & third like a Master with bay window! 25x17 family room and neat kitchen with breakfast nook. Includes 600 sq.ft. garage, large 1/3 acre lot & nice backyard. Very roomy comfortable, pleasant home! Now permanently set to FHA Loan standards. L#805916

Greg Sherman 575-642-8500 Emerick Real Estate 575-523-2850

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SONOMA RANCH

$265,000

www.4058PepperPost.com

4058 Pepper Post Ave. Fabulous 4 bedroom Courtyard Home in great Sonoma Ranch neighborhood! Beautiful, complete landscaping in front & back. Stunning, full Organ Mountain view from custom Courtyard. Full Spanish tile roof. Beautiful open floor-plan, large Kitchen with island/bar. Energy Star efficient. Front bedroom could be an ideal office. 2052 sq. ft. Seller/Broker. L#806543. www.4058PepperPost.com

Greg Sherman 575-642-8500 Emerick Real Estate 575-523-2850

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TALAVERA

$549,927

TALAVERA TREASURE

4931 Chippewa Trail. Located on 2.3 acres in Talavera, this beautiful 3178 SF 4BR/2.5BA/3CG Southwestern contemporary features custom woodwork, granite counters, a huge great room, 2 eating areas, pantry, laundry and central vac. There are tasteful built-ins throughout, energy efficient construction and a drip irrigation system. Extra wide doors and hallways give easy access to all. Horses are welcome. Incredible Views. L#805803.

Mary Mulvihill 575-496-6597 Sarana Placker 575-642-6643 Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

TELSHOR

$169,900

DON’T MISS THIS GREAT HOME!

2329 Terrace Court. Beautifully remodeled inside! 2 living areas, 3 large bedrooms, french doors, pueblo FP, nice tiled entry courtyard. Large lot, new lawn in back & covered patio. Telshor area close to Memorial Med Center & NMSU. NOW $20K under original price. Owner/Broker. L#806239. Greg Sherman 575-642-8500 Emerick Real Estate 575-523-2850

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1262 Onate Street in Anthony

Open Sunday March 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Different options are available: BUY or RENT or LEASEPURCHASE. Call for details or visit our Open House. This spacious house is over 2400 sq. ft., built in 2003, has 4BD/2.5BA. Inground swimming pool, refrigerated air. Backyard opens to golf course. Easy access to I-10. Up to $5,000 towards buyer’s closing costs. To rent: $1,200/month, deposit $1,200, renter pays, utilities. Call your agent or (575) 644-8772. $249,900 • L#804909

Open Sunday March 7, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. 4589 Nogal Canyon Road

2151 Frontier is a beautiful 1432 sq.ft., 3BR/1.75BA home with new tile and carpet throughout, new interior paint, a freshly remodeled master bathroom, all wooden interior shutters, fenced front and back yards, fireplace, covered porch & patio and much more. This home is tucked away in a lovely neighborhood, just west of Roadrunner. Call 1-800-961-6706 and enter Code 1793.

2151 FRONTIER DR

OPEN SUNDAY 1-4 P.M.

5637 VIA ESTRELLA

New on the market. This house was built in 2000, is 1696 sq.ft., has 3BD/2BA,. Established residential area. All appliances convey with acceptable offer. $224,500 • L#NEW

2330 Laguna Court

Under t! Contrac

Located close to Mesilla, this spacious home was built in 2007 and offers over 2800 sq.ft., 4BD/2.5 BA. Spacious yard is waiting for loving & caring owner.

(575) 644-8772 Irina@Solutions4URealty.com

Accent Real Estate • T or C Office: 575-526-4999 • Toll free: 800-603-3167 www.martiwells.com • Email:accent@zianet.com

With Accent on Service

613 & 615 MARR

1306 W. 6TH TRUTH OR CONSEQUENCES

Marti Wells CRS, GRI

Owner Broker 575.644.7070

Price reduced to $424,900! This is a beautiful 3,000 sq.ft, 4BR, 3BA home on a 1/2 acre lot in Picacho Hills, with custom cabinets, granite countertops, central vac, great mountain views and much more! To hear a detailed recording about this home's features, call 1-800-961-6706 and enter Code 1789.

10017 SAN SAVINO

PRICE REDUCED!

2524 WALTZ LANE

Two for the price of one. The front recently remodeled MH is a 12x65, 2 br, 1 bath with new windows. The back home is 692sqft. 1br and 1 bath. Both have carports and yards. Close to Bullocks and downtown for shopping and the mineral baths. Call Marti for an appointment.

Want to retire? Or just get out of the city life? This home has it all.. space on over a half an acre, at .59, beautiful views of turtleback mountains, with no neighbors behind you because it backs up to state land, or to the right of the property. Covered patio, enclosed sunrroom, workshop and a huge metal carport to park your RV & boats under. 3 bdrm. 2 bath with a utility room. In a well established neighborhood with enough room for all the toys. Fishing, hunting, golfing, hot springs, and Elephant Butte at your fingertips! $215,000. Owner is related to Realtor. Call Summer for more info!

LOTS 8-18 NORTH DATE STREET

MILE MARKER 22 HIGHWAY 187 CABALLO, NM

Great commerical property in TorC! Just under an acre total but ...several different lots, this is a prime location for any business on the busy date street, next to movie gallery! Pefect for investor or developer. Listed at $86,000. Owner may consider owner financing. Listing agent is related to seller! Please call Summer for more info on this prime location.

This home has a quaint backyard, with big shade trees, nice landscaping front and back, with a wrap around deck to Enjoy the views of Caballo Lake right out your front door, and the beautiful Caballo Mountains. Home has a storage shed, and 2 car Carport. New Mastercool and Well Pump. Very cute home! All on 3/4 of an acre. 3 bdrm. 2 full bath. MOTIVATED SELLER! Priced at $148,500.

Lots 14 and lots 15 Fiesta - Want to build your dream home or put a doublwide on over a half an acre two blocks from the new golf course and minutes from the lake. Well this is the perfect location for you .59 of an acre. All city utilities available, except sewer which is coming in a future phase. It's two seperate lots so owner may consider selling individually and possible owner financing available! One of the owner's is the listing agent. Please call Summer Woods for more info.

609 Locust - This lot is priced to sell!!! Looking for a great place to build a home, set up a new doublewide or build a duplex? Look no further you can't beat the size for the price. It's just under a quarter of an acre at .23. On Locust a well established neighborhood in the northwest part of town and conveniently located for only $19,000. All city utilities available. Call Summer for more info!

Summer Woods 575.650.0930 www.lascruceshomesites.com

Stephanie L. Keepers 575.635.0741

Magnificent new 3,025 sq.ft. 4BR, 3.75BA, 3 car garage home on a private 1.75 acre lot in La Tierra Escondida. Pella windows, dual on demand water heaters, dual climate control, audio & TV systems, all appliances, granite throughout, snail shower, and much more. Call Jake to schedule showing! $589,900

2524 Waltz lane is a very nicely finished, 1280 sq.ft., 3BR/2BA manufactured home on a 1/3 acre lot, with a permanent foundation and title in process of deactivation. This home includes tiled floors and kitchen countertops, a spacious master suite with garden tub, shower stall, double sinks and a walk in closet. The circular concrete driveway allows for easy parking, and cuts down on dust and mud. There is also a stamped concrete slab in back, as well as a two room storage shed. Refrigerator, washer & dryer and other furniture are negotiable. $74,900