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$286,029$116 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1204 US HIGHWAY 554

EL RITO, NM 87530
0
Baths
2,468 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$286K
$277K low$295K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$698 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$28,976 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,787
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,189
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,133
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$86,929

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
16
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
44
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.undetermined

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyRIO ARRIBA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
El Rito Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.9 mi
H
Mesa Vista High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.8 mi
M
Mesa Vista Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 8.8 mi

District: Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 87530These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.122

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.337
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,002
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,191
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.16 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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How this home compares

1204 Us Highway 554 measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 68% of homes in El Rito 87530
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Rio Arriba County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Rio Arriba County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in El Rito 87530
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Rio Arriba County

What homes are worth in El Rito 87530

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$74K$793K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in El Rito 87530.

How it measures up in El Rito 87530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Rito 87530.

Estimated value$286,029
CheaperTypical $223,248Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$116
CheaperTypical $120Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,468 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,704 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1204 Us Highway 554 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Rito 87530Rio Arriba County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,02968% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11644% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,468 ft²72% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac6% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than199662% of homes69% of homes

About 1204 Us Highway 554

How much is 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM is $286,029 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $276,962 to $295,096. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM last sell?

1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM last sold on Jan 7, 2021, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM?

1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM has 2,468 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM built?

1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM was built in 1996, making it 30 years old.

What schools serve 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM?

1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM is assigned to El Rito Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Mesa Vista High School (high), rated A-; Mesa Vista Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM compare to other homes in El Rito 87530?

Among the 445 homes in El Rito 87530, it is worth more than 68% of them ($286,029 against a typical $223,248), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($116 against a typical $120), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,468 ft² against a typical 1,704 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1996 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Rio Arriba County, it is worth more than 55% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1204 Us Highway 554, El Rito, NM was $698. The county assessed it at $28,976.

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