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Property Attributes

County: Hidalgo, NM

Parcel Numbers: 3111160198198

Legal Description: T27S R19W Section 22, SW1/4NE1/4

Utilities: There is a power pole on the SW corner. Water would be by well and septic would be needed for waste.

HOA: None

Zoning: None, no restrictions.

Livestock Allowed: Yes

Nearest Town: 5 minutes to Animas Deming (Pop 200). 

Nearest Major Cities & Airports: 2 hr 40 min to El Paso, TX (Pop 678,000), 2 hr 35 min to Tucson, AZ (Pop 542,000), and 4 hr 40 min to Albuquerque, NM (Pop 560,000)

Hunting: Game Management Unit 26

Taxes: $60

Terrain – Level

Elevation: 4,450 ft – 4,470 ft

Description

Secure nearly 40 acres of flat, wide-open high desert in Hidalgo County with uninterrupted 360-degree mountain views. The property is completely unrestricted, with no zoning limitations, no HOA, and livestock welcome. Whether you want to establish an off-grid homestead, mini-ranch, seasonal RV basecamp, or hold the land as a long-term investment, the site offers limitless flexibility. With over a million acres of BLM and State Trust lands nearby, your opportunities for backcountry riding, hunting, and outdoor exploration are virtually endless.

Infrastructure is already accessible with an existing power pole located right at the southeast corner and direct frontage along county-maintained Ruff Road. The level desert terrain requires minimal clearing for building pads, driveways, or corrals. Water in the area is handled by private well, with septic needed for waste.

Conveniently located just 5 minutes from the small community of Animas for local essentials. For broader regional hubs, Tucson, AZ is approximately 2.5 hours northwest along I-10, El Paso, TX is about 2.5 hours east, and Albuquerque sits roughly 4.5 hours north. At under $35,000 with utility-adjacent access and massive public lands nearby, this parcel offers immense space, freedom, and self-reliance at an exceptional entry price.

Adjacent to Public Lands – Your Gateway to the Outdoors!

This property has the benefit of being within 1/4 mile of over a million acres of the BLM and State Trust lands. As a landowner adjacent to BLM property, you can access undeveloped areas to hike, camp, hunt, or simply enjoy the peace and solitude of nature. Owning land that near federally managed property not only gives you unmatched recreational access but also helps protect your privacy and preserve the natural character of your surroundings. Since public lands are unlikely to be developed, your views remain open and your connection to nature uninterrupted.

Whether you’re seeking a basecamp for outdoor adventures, a private retreat with room to roam, or a long-term investment with rare locational advantages, this parcel offers an opportunity few others can match.

Google Maps Link for Navigation:

Use 64 Ruff Rd, Animas NM 88020 which is the residence bordering the south boundary of this property.

GPS

Nearby Attractions: Pancho Village State Park – 1 hr 15 min

Nearby Attractions: Rockhound State Park – 1 hr 35 min

Nearby Attractions: City of Rocks State Park – 1 hr 45 min

Nearby Attractions: Florida Mountains Wilderness – 2 hr 10 min

Nearby Attractions: Lake Roberts – 2 hr 25 min

Nearby Attractions: White Sands National Park – 3 hr

Have questions? Ready to purchase?

Simply call or text Steve at (610) 795-5517 or email us at steve@horizonlandsales.com. We pride ourselves on being responsive to the satisfaction of our customers and typically return all calls and messages within the hour. We’ll be happy to explain what to expect with the closing process and answer any questions.

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