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$253,797$173 / 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 96How 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

5979 LEAPING LIZARD LOOP

LAS CRUCES, NM 88012
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,470 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$254K
$244K low$263K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,078 (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.$68,605 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,605
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,607
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$205,814

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.
77
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
83
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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
CountyDONA ANA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Refrigerator
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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 · 168 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Cesar Chavez Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.3 mi
H
Organ Mountain High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Mesa Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Las Cruces Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 88012These 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.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.95%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,954
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.77 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,241
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.60°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.11 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

5979 Leaping Lizard Loop 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 67% of homes in Las Cruces 88012
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Dona Ana County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Dona Ana County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Dona Ana County

What homes are worth in Las Cruces 88012

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

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$120K$540K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Las Cruces 88012.

How it measures up in Las Cruces 88012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Las Cruces 88012.

Estimated value$253,797
CheaperTypical $281,582Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $175Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,641 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 2006Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLas Cruces 88012Dona Ana County
Estimated valuepricier than$253,79733% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17347% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²35% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac43% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than200755% of homes77% of homes

About 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop

How much is 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM is $253,797 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $244,333 to $263,261. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM last sell?

5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM last sold on Dec 7, 2020, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM?

5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM built?

5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM?

5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM is assigned to Cesar Chavez Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Organ Mountain High School (high), rated C; Mesa Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Las Cruces Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM compare to other homes in Las Cruces 88012?

Among the 13,024 homes in Las Cruces 88012, it is worth more than 33% of them ($253,797 against a typical $281,582), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($173 against a typical $175), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,641 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (2007 against a typical 2006). Measured against all of Dona Ana County, it is worth more than 43% 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 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5979 Leaping Lizard Loop, Las Cruces, NM was $2,078. The county assessed it at $68,605.

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