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$253,417$98 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

540 PALMAS ST # 2

CHAPARRAL, NM 88081
Building report
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,575 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$253K
$239K low$268K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,466 (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.$48,426 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,829
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$45,597
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,426
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,277

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
82
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.
2
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.
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.Conventional
CountyDona Ana
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.75
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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 · 1,869 ft²Shed · 450 ft²Porch · 1,860 ft²

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.

H
Chaparral High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Chaparral Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.1 mi
M
Chaparral Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Gadsden Independent Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 88081These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,524
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,950
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,388
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°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.74%

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How this home compares

540 Palmas St # 2 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 78% of homes in Chaparral 88081
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Dona Ana County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Chaparral 88081
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Chaparral 88081
  • Older than 67% of homes in Chaparral 88081

What homes are worth in Chaparral 88081

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

This home
$71K$438K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Chaparral 88081.

How it measures up in Chaparral 88081

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chaparral 88081.

Estimated value$253,417
CheaperTypical $189,879Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,575 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,500 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.08 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 540 Palmas St # 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChaparral 88081Dona Ana County
Estimated valuepricier than$253,41778% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9820% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than2,575 ft²90% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.75 ac16% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199033% of homes44% of homes

About 540 Palmas St # 2

How much is 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM is $253,417 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $238,773 to $268,061. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM?

540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,575 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.

When was 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM built?

540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM?

540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM is assigned to Chaparral High School (high), rated D-; Chaparral Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chaparral Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Gadsden Independent Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM compare to other homes in Chaparral 88081?

Among the 2,893 homes in Chaparral 88081, it is worth more than 78% of them ($253,417 against a typical $189,879), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($98 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,575 ft² against a typical 1,500 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 1.08 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1990 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Dona Ana County, it is worth more than 42% 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 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 Palmas St # 2, Chaparral, NM was $1,466. The county assessed it at $48,426.

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