Las Cruces Neighborhoods to Build Your Custom Home
What do you think of when someone starts talking about Las Cruces? The desert landscapes, the Organ Mountains, the hot summer days? Or maybe the rich culture, irresistible food, and friendly community? Whatever your reason for loving Las Cruces, there is no doubt that this city is an amazing place to live. And with a growing population and booming economy, those looking to build their forever home here should have no problem finding a Las Cruces neighborhood they’ll love.
How to choose your ideal neighborhood
When it comes to finding your ideal place to live, choosing the right neighborhood is just as critical as planning out the design of your custom-built home. Carefully considering all communities located within your surrounding area should be one of the first steps that you take in your homebuilding journey.
In order to find the perfect neighborhood for your lifestyle, it’s important that you ask the right questions of your home builder. Knowing which streets are more active, how close a neighborhood is to shopping centers and restaurants, and whether the community includes old or new development is important when it comes to choosing where to build your custom home. Be sure to bring these questions along with you to your first initial meeting with your homebuilder.
Las Cruces neighborhoods
Las Cruces is the second-largest city in New Mexico and includes a wide variety of neighborhoods to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a lot with a direct view of the Oregon Mountains, or a quiet location hidden among cotton fields and pecan tree orchards, we’ve listed some of our favorite Las Cruces neighborhoods where we think you should consider building your next custom home.
As one of the fastest-growing residential and commercial areas in Las Cruces, Sonoma Ranch is a highly sought out community perfect for home builders looking to live in a newly developed neighborhood. What began as a golf course community built around the perimeter of the Sonoma Ranch Golf Course has exploded into a suburb of Las Cruces that now includes over 55 separate small communities and retirement homes. The area offers a variety of entertainment and shopping centers and is located just four miles outside the city’s center district. Residents living in Sonoma Ranch have the luxury of superb 360-degree views of Las Cruces. The Oregon Mountains, the cityscape, and the western horizon are all on display for those living in Sonoma Ranch. This community offers exceptional properties suitable for any age, profession, and lifestyle.
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Located in the northeast region of Las Cruces is Metro Verde – a newly developed community built just several miles from the world-class championship golf course Red Hawk Golf Club. As the number one selling new home community in Las Cruces, this expanding neighborhood offers growing families a wide range of features. With Oregon Mountain views, bike paths, running trails, playgrounds and parks located throughout the neighborhood, there is something for every resident. The community is also located near Hwy 75 and I25 which can take you to nearby restaurants and shopping centers in a matter of minutes.
As you drive past A-Mountain, a small humped back Tortugas Mountain which rises above the East mesa, you’ll find a gateway to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. Here, a growing community known as Organ Mesa Ranch offers residents seclusion from the hustle and bustle of the city. The neighborhood is known for its gorgeous landscapes and luxury homes and is just minutes away from popular hiking sites such as Dripping Springs and Baylor Canyon. A quick drive will also bring you to the New Mexico State University campus.
Valley Drive is a main roadway that runs from the west side of Las Cruces all the way to Hatch Valley. On the north side of this primary highway is where you’ll find a farmland oasis. Miles of crop fields and pecan orchards stretch across the area offering plenty of private lots and open space for residents. North Valley is just a 15-minute drive from the city however, several public schools are located in this area which provides an element of convenience for parents and their children.
The Picacho Peak area offers a wide variety of private neighborhoods and serene lots. Known for its luxury estate homes, this community is located on the northwest side of town, just 20 min from the city center, and lies at the base of Picacho Mountain, a 4959-foot high peak known to be a popular hiking location for residents. The hillside community offers some of the best views of the Oregon Mountains and Las Cruces cityscape as well as desert landscaping and endless outdoor activities. At the center of Picacho Peak is the Picacho Hills Country Club, a 6,980-yard golf course that overlooks the Mesilla Valley.
Located on the south side of Las Cruces, this spacious neighborhood overlooks the entire Mesilla Valley. Complete with views of the Oregon Mountains, Mesilla Valley Bosque State Park, and Rio Grande River, as well as arroyo walkways and desert landscapes, this neighborhood is a hidden gem. A quick five-minute drive will bring you to the small historic town of Mesilla which was founded in 1887, just shortly after Las Cruces became the county seat of Dona Ana County. This beautiful suburb of Las Cruces is centered around the Mesilla Plaza which is home to timeless architecture, most of which was built in the 19th century. Small shops, wineries, and popular Mexican food restaurants can be found throughout the area.
If you are looking to build a custom home in the Las Cruces area, A New Beginning Custom Homes is certain that we can exceed your expectations. We can build you a quality place to call home in any Las Cruces neighborhood. We invite you to view our Showcase, and if you’re ready to start a conversation, contact us today.
