Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $206,300 on Jan 16, 2008
481 MICHEL ST
ALAMOGORDO, NM 88310
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,200 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.
11.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$206,300 · Jan 16, 2008
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,545 (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.$54,252 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,161
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,091
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,759
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.53
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
55
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
86
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
4
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
98
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone
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
CountyOTERO
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.11.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
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.Porch · 840 ft²
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
MEH
Mountain View Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
Desert Star Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
Alamogordo High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
District: Alamogordo Public Schools
Neighborhood · ZIP 88310These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72
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.89%
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.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,459
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,181
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,482
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.12 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
481 Michel St 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.
- Smaller than 82% of homes in Alamogordo 88310
- Among the largest lots in Alamogordo 88310
How it measures up in Alamogordo 88310
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alamogordo 88310.
Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 18% of homes nearby
Lot size11.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Year built1980
OlderTypical 1979Newer
Newer than 51% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Alamogordo 88310 | Otero County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,200 ft² | 18% of homes | 26% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 11.31 ac | almost all homes | 97% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1980 | 51% of homes | 47% of homes |
About 481 Michel St
When did 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM last sell?
481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM last sold on Jan 16, 2008 for $206,300, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM?
481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 11.31-acre lot.
When was 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM built?
481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM?
481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM is assigned to Mountain View Middle School (middle), rated C; Desert Star Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Alamogordo High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Alamogordo Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM compare to other homes in Alamogordo 88310?
Among the 12,958 homes in Alamogordo 88310, it is bigger than 18% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (11.31 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1980 against a typical 1979). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM?
The 2025 property tax bill for 481 Michel St, Alamogordo, NM was $1,545. The county assessed it at $54,252.
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- 500 Municipal Ave506 ft · 4 bd · 3 ba · 2,999 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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- 450 Michel St0.1 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,282 ft² · Sold $303K · Sep 2011
- 2405 Holly Ave0.2 mi · 0.54 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 2405 Holly Ave0.2 mi · 0.75 ac · Sold Jan 1900
- 2407 Holly Ave0.3 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,016 ft² · Sold $108K · Jan 2020
- 2409 Holly Ave0.3 mi · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2,078 ft² · Sold $125K · Dec 2016
- 2595 Holly Ave0.4 mi · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1,382 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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