Real Estate Investing in Cerrillos, New Mexico

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 1,147 • Santa Fe County

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Should you buy in Cerrillos, NM? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
WEAK FIT
Grade F (24/100)

Multiple negative signals. Better options likely exist nearby.

📈 For Investors
WEAK
2.0 / 5 (33/100)

Structural challenges here. The numbers may look cheap but operational risk is high. Only for experienced, hands-on investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • High vacancy: 22.9% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (1.2% CAGR).
  • Lower household income: $37,285 median — tenant affordability is tighter.

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2.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

1.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $400,138
Avg Monthly Rent $1,494
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Cerrillos Real Estate

Cerrillos, NM covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are sluggish — this is not a market to enter casually.

Investors considering Cerrillos, NM should understand what the ★★☆☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

Rents in Cerrillos at $1,494/mo have struggled to keep pace with cost increases, and vacancy has risen in pockets — a dynamic that compresses realized returns well below headline cap rates.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Cerrillos a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Avg Home Value
$400,138
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,494
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (NM)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Santa Fe, NM metro

3/10
Moderate Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
2/3
67%
Days Pending
1/2
58 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Santa Fe, NM metro
58
Days to pending
8.3%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Cerrillos, NM

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cerrillos, NM

How tight is the rental market in Cerrillos, NM?

Vacancy in Cerrillos, NM is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,494/mo.

How strong is the working-renter base in Cerrillos, NM?

Tenant quality in Cerrillos, NM ranks as solid. Landlords generally report measured occupancy at market rents of $1,494/mo.

What is the average home sale price in Cerrillos, NM?

Cerrillos, NM home values average about $400K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $1,494/mo in monthly income.

What does house hacking look like in Cerrillos, NM?

House hacking in Cerrillos, NM is reasonable to execute. Prices around $400K and rents of $1,494/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

Is Cerrillos, NM a friendly market for rental owners?

Rental owners in Cerrillos, NM deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

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