14 Melecio Lane, Veguita, NM 87062

DIscover the perfect farm & start for your agricultural dreams and custom home in the heart of Las Nutrias NM, a region celebrated for its rich fertile soil. This 8.69 acre property is strategically divided into three parcels, making it an ideal setup for the farmer/rancher who wants to build from the ground up. One parcel has been cleared and leveled and is ready for your custom home and barn. Highly coveted, senior surface water rights are attached to the land, ensuring robust irrigation for your crops and pastures.The remaining two parcels provide the infrastructure for rotational farming or grazing. Skip the headache of off-grid complications-electricity is readily available right off the street. Property OverviewAcreage: 8.69 pristine, flat acres.Price: $475,000.Water Rights: Documented, senior pre-1907 surface water rights.Current Use: Fully operational alfalfa farm under active lease.Income Potential: Flexible lease can be renewed for passive cash flow or terminated with proper notice.The Layout: Perfection by DesignUnlike single-use lots, this property features a highly functional layout split by Las Nutrias Ditch Road:The Homesite (East Side): Perfectly leveled, cleared, and ready for development. This section is engineered for a custom luxury home, barns, and outbuildings without disrupting your agricultural production.The Farm (West Side): Two adjoining, fully leveled lots dedicated entirely to production. All irrigation infrastructure is established, functional, and currently managed by a local operator.Why Las Nutrias? Secure Your Family's FutureNestled in the heart of the Rio Grande valley, Las Nutrias offers the perfect balance of rural peace and modern convenience. It is an ideal environment to raise middle-school or high-school-aged children, teaching them the value of land, hard work, and open spaces.Water Security: In New Mexico, water is gold. Senior pre-1907 water rights ensure your agricultural investment remains protected and green for generations, a feature neighboring properties simply cannot match.Unmatched Scenery: Enjoy panoramic, unobstructed Southwestern mountain vistas and dramatic desert sunsets right from your future front porch.School District & Local EducationPositioned within the family-oriented Belen Consolidated School District, this location makes it easy to balance country living with your children's education and extracurriculars:Elementary School: Younger children attend La Promesa Elementary, located just minutes away in the neighboring community of Veguita.Middle & High Schools: Perfect for your teenagers, Belen High School and local middle schools are an easy 20-minute drive up the valley, offering robust academic, FFA (Future Farmers of America), and athletic programs.Higher Education: Fuel your children's future with the UNM Valencia Campus nearby, or the world-class New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (NM Tech) located just south in Socorro.Location, Accessibility & Commute TimesEnjoy the serenity of rural life without sacrificing proximity to city conveniences. Major destinations are highly accessible via Interstate 25 and Highway 47: Belen: 20 to 25 minutes north for local grocery stores, dining, and daily essentials. Socorro: 30 minutes south, giving you quick access to additional ranching supply hubs. Albuquerque: An easy 50-minute drive north, perfect for weekend trips, major shopping centers, and airport access.