If You Want Privacy, This 5-Acre Mountain-Side Parcel Delivers
Basics
- Category: ID# 1-021-024-044-062-000260, New Mexico
- Area: 5 acres
Description
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Description:
If you’ve been searching for real isolation, real quiet, and land that feels untouched, this 5-acre parcel in Canyon Del Rio delivers exactly that. Sitting right up against the mountains with no nearby homes in sight, this property offers a rare mix of rugged beauty and complete privacy. Deep natural trenches carved by mountain runoff add character and authenticity to the land, reminding you that this is raw New Mexico terrain — not a cookie-cutter subdivision.
This is the kind of land you buy when you want distance from neighbors, freedom from noise, and the ability to live simply and independently. Part residential, part recreational, and fully off-grid-friendly, this property is ideal for those who value solitude, nature, and self-reliance.
Whether you envision an off-grid cabin, a seasonal retreat, a recreational basecamp, or a long-term land hold far from development, this parcel offers a setting that’s becoming harder and harder to find.
Property Overview
Size: 5.0 Acres
APN: 1-021-024-044-062-000260
Subdivision: Canyon Del Rio, Unit 6
Lot: 26, Block 27
Location: Near Irene Street, Belen, NM 87002
County: Valencia County
Zoning: County-regulated land (recreational, off-grid, and limited residential use typical — buyer to verify)
Terrain: Desert mountain terrain with natural runoff trenches and rugged features
Elevation: ~5,649.6 ft
Access: Private dirt road
HOA: None
Improvements: None
Purchase Options
💰 Cash Price: $6,999.00
💳 Owner Financing: $130/month for 60 months (0% interest)
Down Payment: $250
Doc Fee: $249 (one-time, non-refundable)
Guaranteed Financing | No Banks | No Credit Checks | No Prepayment Penalty
GPS Coordinates
Center: 34.596000, -106.532850
Corners:
NW: 34.596846, -106.533519
NE: 34.596059, -106.534079
SE: 34.595922, -106.531621
SW: 34.595134, -106.532183
📍 Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wFyTfha3Ypun23Jv9
Build or Use the Land
This property is best suited for off-grid and recreational use, with limited residential potential depending on county approvals.
Mobile Homes: Allowed per county with a placement permit; minimum size requirement of 844 sq ft.
RVs: One RV allowed in conjunction with a principal dwelling and may be used for guest accommodation up to 180 days per year. Short-term RV use (up to 45 days per year) is also permitted under county rules.
Camping: Allowed.
Water: Not available; water hauling or off-grid solutions required.
Sewer: Septic system needed.
Electric: Not available — solar or other off-grid systems recommended.
Gas: Propane or alternative off-grid options.
Internet: Satellite internet available (Viasat).
All intended uses should be verified with Valencia County Planning & Zoning prior to development.
Nearby Towns & Distance
Closest Small Town: Belen, NM – ~17.1 miles (35 minutes)
Closest Major Metro: Albuquerque, NM – ~50.7 miles (1 hour 7 minutes)
Nearby Attractions
Tomé Hill Park • Los Lunas Museum of Heritage & Arts • Sandia Peak Tramway • Albuquerque Museum • Laberinto del Bosque • Cliff’s Amusement Park • Regional petroglyph and desert trail systems
Why This Property Is Different
• Tucked right up against the mountains with no nearby homes
• Deep natural runoff trenches add rugged character and privacy
• Extremely remote and quiet — ideal for isolation and off-grid living
• No HOA and low annual taxes (~$11.88/year)
• Perfect blend of recreational land and limited residential potential
• Ideal for buyers who want distance, silence, and independence
This isn’t suburban land — and that’s the point. This is for someone who wants to unplug, live simply, and own land that still feels wild. If solitude, scenery, and self-reliance matter to you, this Canyon Del Rio parcel delivers something truly special.
📞 Call or text today to secure this rare 5-acre mountain-adjacent property in Valencia County, New Mexico.