This peaceful 1.00-acre lot lies in Estancia Ranchettes Unit 12 in Torrance County, NM. You’ll be close enough to small-town amenities in Moriarty, yet far enough for privacy and quiet.
With no HOA, affordable monthly payments, and build-friendly zoning (PL-4 / Rural Residential standards), you have the freedom to make this land your own—now or in the future.
Property Highlights:
- 1.00 acre (approx. 245 ft x 175 ft) with relatively flat terrain
- Legal platted road easement along northern boundary (undeveloped dirt road)
- Can drive right onto the property from the road easily
- 4X4 not needed
- Zoned PL-4 (Pre-Platted Lands) – allows:
- Site-built, modular, manufactured, and mobile homes (HUD compliant)
- Non-commercial agriculture and gardening
- Accessory buildings like barns, sheds, or garages
- Elevation ~6,320 ft – high desert climate
- No HOA or subdivision CC&Rs
Nearby attractions: Manzano Mountains, Salinas Pueblo Missions, Moriarty Eclipse Windmill, Quarai Ruins
Owner Financing Available – No Credit Check
Cash Price: $4,500
Easy Owner Financing:
- $348 today (includes $99 down + $249 doc fee)
- $99/month for 48 months
- $10/month note maintenance + $5/month property tax
- Total monthly payment: $114
- No credit check
- No interest
- No prepayment penalty
- 90-day money-back guarantee
With just $348 today, you can secure this property and start your land ownership journey.
Click “Reserve Now” below to make this 1-acre Torrance County property yours.
Approximate Driving Times from This Property:
- Moriarty, NM – 14 mins – 10.9 miles
- Estancia, NM – 31 mins – 26.9 miles
- Albuquerque, NM – 1 hr – 51 miles east
- I-40 / U.S. Route 66 – 5 minutes – 2.3 miles
- Manzano Mountains State Park – 1 hr 4 mins – 52.9 miles
- Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument – 1 hr 8 mis – 60.1 miles
- Gran Quivira and Quarai Ruins -1 hr – 52.0 miles
- Rancho Bonito – 58 mins – 58.8 Miles
- Moriarty Eclipse Windmill – 16 mins – 12.4 miles
- Manzano Mountains State Park & Wilderness – 1 hr 4 mins – 52.9 Miles
- Fourth of July Canyon Hiking Area – 1 hr 6 mins – 47.9 miles
- Arthur Park – 32 mins – 27.3 miles
- Torrance County Fairgrounds – 33 mins – 27.8 miles
- Lewis Antique Auto & Toy Museum – 12 mins – 8.7 miles
- Sierra Blanca Brewing Company – 12 mins – 8.8 miles
FAQs
Is camping allowed?
No, camping is not allowed in the PL or RR zoning sections. However, temporary camping could be allowed only as an accessory use under certain conditions and durations.
Camping restrictions if any:
- Extended camping without a permitted structure may be treated as semi-permanent occupancy, triggering enforcement under nuisance, sanitation, or subdivision rules.
- Camping would not be allowed year-round, especially without approved sanitation or solid waste disposal provisions.
Can I build on the property?
Yes, for one single-family dwelling plus permitted accessory structures.
- The property is considered buildable by right for one single-family residence and permitted accessory structures, as allowed under the PL-4 zoning district, which does not impose a minimum lot size restriction for development on parcels of this size (1.00 acre).
- All structures must comply with setback, lot coverage, and height restrictions defined in the RR standards, which apply to PL zones as default.
Permitted Structures:
- One single-family dwelling unit per lot.
- Accessory buildings such as garages, barns, sheds, or greenhouses.
- Non-commercial agricultural uses (e.g., gardening, raising livestock for personal use) are allowed, though intensive farming or commercial-scale operations are not.
- Manufactured homes, modular homes, and mobile homes (subject to HUD compliance and proper setup) are permitted.
Are RVs allowed?
Not as a permanent dwelling. Temporary RV use is only allowed during active construction with a valid building permit or short recreational stays with approval.
RV restrictions if any:
- RVs cannot serve as permanent dwellings.
- Short-term RV use may be allowed only during active construction with a valid building permit, or for occasional recreational stays.
- RVs used beyond a temporary threshold may be considered a zoning violation or may require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP).
Are mobile homes allowed?
Yes, mobile homes are permitted in the PL district via their inclusion in the RR zoning allowances.
Mobile home restrictions if any:
- Must be permanently installed (not merely parked), on a proper foundation or tiedown.
- Mobile homes must comply with HUD Code (1976 or later).
- May need proof of access to utilities, septic approval, and waste disposal compliance.
- Cannot be used in a state of disrepair or as temporary storage.
- Mobile homes must be treated as primary residential structures, not as accessory or temporary dwellings.
Are tiny homes allowed?
Yes, if built to IRC/HUD standards, permanently affixed, and compliant with utilities, sanitation, setbacks requirements.
Tiny home restrictions if any:
- Tiny homes on wheels, or not permanently installed, would not qualify as permitted dwellings under current zoning and building regulations.
Are short-term vacation rentals allowed?
No, short-term as well as long-term vacation rentals are not directly regulated within RR or PL districts. However, it may be allowed through a Conditional Use Permit.
Is the property part of an HOA or POA?
No, there is no HOA or POA associated with this property.
Torrance County – Estancia Ranchettes – Property Details:
Property Address: near Moriarty, NM 87035
Parcel ID: 1-057-053-043-090-000-000
Subdivision: Estancia Ranchettes Unit 12
Legal Description: Estancia Ranchettes Unit 12, Lot 14, Block 9
Size: 1.00 Acre (43,560 Sq. Ft.)
Lot Dimensions: ~245 ft x 175 ft
TRS: T09N-R10E-S9
Access: Legal easement on north boundary (undeveloped dirt road)
Conveyance: Warranty Deed
Approximate GPS Coordinates:
- Center: 35.014588, -105.889753
- NW: 35.014896, -105.890036
- NE: 35.014897, -105.889458
- SE: 35.014266, -105.889459
- SW: 35.014268, -105.890035
- Elevation: ~6,320 ft
- Terrain: Regularly Shaped Lot with a Relatively Flat Terrain
Utilities:
Water: Not available; must drill well or haul in (permit required).
- Do Right Drilling, Inc. – (505) 832-6199 – www.dorightdrillingnm.com
- Estancia Water Well Service – (505) 384-2606
Sewer/Septic: No sewer; septic system required (lot meets size requirement).
- Septic Works & Construction – (505) 384-2657
- Estancia Valley Septic Service – (505) 384-2477
Electric: Available nearby via Central New Mexico Electric Cooperative (CNMEC) – (505) 832-4483 – www.cnmec.org
Gas: No natural gas; propane needed.
- Pinnacle Propane – (800) 633-8253
- Mountain View Propane Gas – (575) 834-7519
Waste: No curbside pickup; use Estancia Valley Solid Waste Authority (EVSWA) – (505) 384-4270 – www.evswa.com
Internet/Cable: No wired service; satellite/wireless options available (HughesNet, Viasat, Dish, DirecTV).
Disclaimers:
This property is being sold “as is.” We do our best to collect accurate information, but we cannot guarantee that any of the information in this ad is correct; we recommend each buyer do their own research. The information we have listed in this ad is what we found when we researched this property; we are relaying the information the county has on the property. It is the buyer’s responsibility to do their own due diligence before buying. Field & Country LLC provides all terms buyers a 90-day money-back guarantee.
