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Large Luxury Home in the Ridge Gorgeous Lot & Landscaping

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SOLEDAD CANYON The price is right on this well maintained two story home on 2.3 acres with fabulous views of the Organs. There are two complete master suites plus two additional bedrooms and another bath. Large fully equipped kitchen with a separate breakfast area. Living room/dining room combo has a see-thru fireplace. Hot tub on second floor viewing deck. Acreage is partially fenced and horses are welcome. L#805336

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LA MESA, NM Tastefully remodeled and refurbished in 2005 it has vigas in all bedrooms and kitchen plus viga/latilla ceilings in the master bedroom, foyer and dining/great room areas and more on a 6.4 acre lot. La Mesa city water, EBID rights, a well-sharing agreement, and an irrigation well provide for domestic use, pool, and all the necessities of a working horse property. Views of the Organ and Franklin mtns provide a marvelous property for the discerning owner!

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HIGH RANGE Tucked back in a private cul-de-sac this well-caredfor home has beautiful Organ Mt views. You will love the bright, open floor plan, the beautiful tile breakfast bar and countertops in the kitchen, fireplace, five skylights, and a spiral staircase with relaxing roof top views. The finished wood living room ceiling is one you must see. SARANA PLACKER 575-642-6643

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TELSHOR Lots of upgrades have already been made, new hardwood and carpeted flooring and fresh paint in several rooms give this large square footage home a welcome face lift. The in-ground pool make the lush green backyard perfect for outdoor fun. Extra parking/storage on the side of the property. Lots of square footage for the money! On the corner of Fairway & Imperial Ridge.

LA MESA 4Br, 2BA, 2180 sq. ft. Charming Ranch style home in the country with EBID water rights, garden, 30x40 Barn/Shop, hand scraped wood floors, interior trusses, sprinklers and drip system and open floor plan. Immaculate! DIVELIA ‘D.I.’ BABBEY 575-635-3663

EAST MESA Perched high on a hill at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac. Immaculate, well laid-out 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! Good vibes-feels good!

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath 1343 Sq. Ft.

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

15755 Hawkeye Canyon Rd. • $699,000

• 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

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

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• 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

• 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

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$289,000

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3540 Coral Rd. This could be your sanctuary, your place to think with such great views of the Organ mountains and the City. Country living with views that won't quit. Rita King 575-640-6019 RE/MAX Classic Realty 575-524-8788

JORNADA

$169,900

A MUST SEE!

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

SONOMA RANCH

$194,900

CAN YOU BELIEVE...

4244 Fireweed. ... all of these amenities for only $194,900? New 3BR/2BA/2CG 1684 SF home in convenient Elks Drive area features an open floor plan, custom tile, marble countertops, fireplace, ALL appliances, oversized garage, RV parking and refrigerated air. Possible Owner Financing. L#804713 Mary Mulvihill 575-496-6597 Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

LAS ALTURAS

$425,000

GREAT CITY & MOUNTAIN VIEWS

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

SONOMA RANCH

$284,900

GLORIOUS GLORIETA

2335 Glorieta Place. 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 Mary Mulvihill 575-496-6597 Emerick Real Estate, Inc. 575-523-2850

LAS COLINAS

$275,000

BEAUTIFUL EXTERIOR, SPACIOUS INTERIOR, AND A SPOT FOR REFLECTION

5281 Morganite Court. This home can be found in the Las Colinas area. It features 2763 SF with 4 bedrooms, 2 ¬ø bathrooms, & a 2-car garage. This home also offers two living areas, a formal dining room, & large bedrooms. The exterior is appealing with a xeriscaped yard,stucco walls, & a decorated covered porch. The backyard is beautiful with a green and gravel landscape, & a pond for quiet reflection. L#803899.

Evelyn Bruder 575-650-7224 Steinborn GMAC Real Estate 575-522-3698

SONOMA RANCH

$385,000

www.2264SedonaHillsParkway.com

2264 Sedona Hills Pkwy. NEW LISTING in TIME for the HOLIDAYS! Earn $50,000* by purchasing today! SW design, NO maintenance, ranch style home on the hilltop along the 4th fairway of Sonoma Ranch Golf Course. Better than new; 2006 built, 3 bedrooms*, 2 baths, all tiled floors, 2030 sq. ft. 2 car garage. All appliances are included. The large, xeriscaped lot can accommodate your design in a pool/hot tub/spa/waterscape. There are spectacular views all around, especially west to the city lights and sunsets beyond the Golf Course. There are too many custom upgrades to mention! Please call me for details.* Tom Tetting 575-405-8618 RE/MAX Classic Realty 575-524-8788

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5931 Norte Vista Drive - This home has a nice floorplan with a nice loft/game room that you can enjoy the views of the organ mountains from. Also out the master bedroom enjoy the sunset from your deck. This home also has a nice covered patio, lansdcaped yard on a timed drip system, Lots of storage, nice size pantry and all bedrooms have a walk in closet! Owner is selling agent!

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.

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GREAT INVESTMENT!

4140 Calle de Estrella - 4 bedroom 3 full baths, 2900sf. home built in 2007 sits on 1 acre. Back yard is walled in, front yard is landscaped there's a 3 car garage, home has wonderful views of the organs. Located off hwy 70. $374,900. Call Marti to view at 575-644-7070

5050 Mescalero 1.8 acre lot off Webb Rd. site built homes only, horses allowed. Great views of the Organ Mts. L#777973 $115,000. Call Marti for more information at 575-644-7070.

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Vacation Rental? Corporate Needs? Visiting Family & Friends? Between Homes? Waiting For Your Home To Be Built?

Summer Woods 575.650.0930 www.lascruceshomesites.com

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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3077 Featherstone • $262,500

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Stephanie L. Keepers 575.635.0741

3050 Chippewa Summit $239,500 4BR, 2BA

3080 Chippewa Summit $289,500 3BR, 2BA Beautiful new Southwestern Style home with great room concept. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath split plan home has many great features including high ceilings, nichos, and an art wall. Kitchen is large with Granite counters and large pantry. This home includes low e windows, smart wiring, central refrigerated air, ceiling fans, views of both the Organ Mountains and the Mesilla Valley! Come see!

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Lyn Haston (575) 993-6398 (575) 522-4235

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