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$624,559$220 / 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 70How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

2870 MCDOWELL PL

LAS CRUCES, NM 88005
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,840 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$625K
$440K low$809K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,166 (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.$48,464 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,464
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,464
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,393

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
71
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
3
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.minimal

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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Spanish
CountyDona Ana
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 36 ft²Porch · 552 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Zia Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
Mesilla Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Las Cruces High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Las Cruces Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 88005These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,157
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.486 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,153
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,663
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.61°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.10 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.74%

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How this home compares

2870 Mcdowell Pl 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 96% of homes in Las Cruces 88005
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Las Cruces 88005
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Dona Ana County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Las Cruces 88005
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Las Cruces 88005

What homes are worth in Las Cruces 88005

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

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$124K$755K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Las Cruces 88005.

How it measures up in Las Cruces 88005

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Las Cruces 88005.

Estimated value$624,559
CheaperTypical $264,685Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,840 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 2870 Mcdowell Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLas Cruces 88005Dona Ana County
Estimated valuepricier than$624,55996% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22093% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than2,840 ft²89% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac91% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than199471% of homes50% of homes

About 2870 Mcdowell Pl

How much is 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM is $624,559 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $439,732 to $809,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM last sell?

2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM last sold on Feb 28, 2025, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM?

2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,840 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM built?

2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a spanish home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM?

2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM is assigned to Zia Middle School (middle), rated C; Mesilla Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Las Cruces High School (high), rated C. All sit in Las Cruces Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM compare to other homes in Las Cruces 88005?

Among the 7,710 homes in Las Cruces 88005, it is worth more than 96% of them ($624,559 against a typical $264,685), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($220 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,840 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1994 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Dona Ana County, it is worth more than 96% 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 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2870 Mcdowell Pl, Las Cruces, NM was $1,166. The county assessed it at $48,464.

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