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$144,305$101 / 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 91How 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

501 RIDGECREST DR

ALAMOGORDO, NM 88310
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,430 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$144K
$132K low$157K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$524 (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.$23,221 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,302
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,919
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,545
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,664

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.56
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
50
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.
12
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 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.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Evaporative
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 · 196 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Sunset Hills Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Chaparral Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Alamogordo High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

501 Ridgecrest Dr 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 less than 81% of homes in Otero County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Otero County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Otero County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Otero County

What homes are worth in Alamogordo 88310

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

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$84K$549K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes 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.

Estimated value$144,305
CheaperTypical $211,207Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,606 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 501 Ridgecrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlamogordo 88310Otero County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,30521% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10116% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,430 ft²37% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac13% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than196127% of homes23% of homes

About 501 Ridgecrest Dr

How much is 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM is $144,305 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $131,667 to $156,943. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM last sell?

501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM last sold on May 24, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM?

501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,430 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM built?

501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM?

501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM is assigned to Sunset Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Chaparral Middle School (middle), rated B+; 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 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM compare to other homes in Alamogordo 88310?

Among the 12,958 homes in Alamogordo 88310, it is worth more than 21% of them ($144,305 against a typical $211,207), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($101 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,430 ft² against a typical 1,606 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1961 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Otero County, it is worth more than 19% 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 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 501 Ridgecrest Dr, Alamogordo, NM was $524. The county assessed it at $23,221.

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