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Las Cruces Resource Guide

You are going to want to bookmark this page. There are so many reasons we recommend moving to Las Cruces. Below are just a sample of our favorites.

Great Outdoors

We love Las Cruces for the great outdoor activities it has. And, with 320 days of sunshine a year gives you plenty of time to explore.

Entertainment

The rich culture in our area provides many entertainment options for all ages.

Restaurants

You will find that Las Cruces has a bit of everything to delight your culinary senses.

Schools

Las Cruces public school district covers the city of Las Cruces as well as White Sands Missile Range, the settlement of Doña Ana, and the town of Mesilla. This above average school district is home to 21 preschools, 25 elementary schools, nine middle schools, and eight high schools.

Safety & Medical

Added in 2020 to New Mexico’s Safest Cities, Las Cruces is a great place to raise a family or retire. The city has 37 hospitals and many other health options.

Employment

There are many employment opportunities within the Las Cruces area that span across both the private and public sector. Regardless of your education level, Las Cruces has some wonderful employment options.

About Las Cruces, NM

Officially incorporated as a town in 1907, Las Cruces is home to New Mexico State University, White Sands Testing Facilities, and Spaceport America.

With amazing outdoor adventure, unique culinary experiences, and one of the top-rated farmer’s markets in the country, Las Cruces offers a world filled with natural wonder, year-round excitement, and historic proportions of fun!

Weather in Las Cruces New Mexico

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Las Cruces Weather

Like a typical desert climate, you can expect average highs of 57-77°F in the winter months, and  86-95°F in the summers. Lows average between 29-45°F in the winters and 53-68°F in the summers. More weather information for Las Cruces can be found here.

New Homes in Las Cruces

There are so many things to consider when buying a brand new home in Las Cruces, NM.

We have compiled all the new communities for you to consider when purchasing a new home.

Las Cruces has amazing new communities and homes for sale
Las Cruces is home to some great 55+ and older retirement communities.

Retirement Communities

New Mexico is a wonderful place to retire. Take a peak at our list of the best communities to retire (55+) in Las Cruces.

New Mexico living at its best

Featured Properties

After reviewing all of the available homes in Las Cruces, here are our top picks. Updated daily, these homes usually move fast. 

1740 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
1740 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths

Beautiful and Quaint Southwestern Style Home in Move In Condition, located in the Alameda District. Home has been beautifully maintained, offers original wood floors in the main areas and saltillo floors in the addition. The main bath has been updated and there is an additional 3/4 bath with shower stall, and saltillo floors. There are […]

1574 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths
1574 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths

This well kept home at 2125 Bellamah is approx. 1502 Square feet with 3 bedrooms, 1 3/4 baths, Living room, family room with a bonus room (not counted in square footage of home). Family room has wood burning fire place with new carpeting, bonus room has a wood burning stove, living room has laminate wood […]

1502 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths
1502 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths
2865 sq ft 5 beds 1 bath
2865 sq ft 5 beds 1 bath
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 4 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 4 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 4 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 4 baths

Who says you have to look your age? When you walk into 1855 Amis you will be amazed at how young & vibrant it looks! Updating & maintaining is the key to it’s success. The luster of the beautiful laminate floors gleam throughout the living room & formal dining room. You will want to show […]

2087 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths
2087 sq ft 3 beds 2 baths
2144 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2144 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2144 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2144 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2373 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2609 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2609 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 2 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 2 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 2 baths
2609 sq ft 5 beds 2 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths
2350 sq ft 4 beds 3 baths