Great Weekend Getaway

5.02 acres of flat, open land for sale in Cibola County, New Mexico Cibola County, New Mexico was established in the mid 80's and covers 4,542 square miles just south of McKinley County. The most recent census reports that it is home to just over 27,000 people and is a classic Midwestern town with breathtaking natural beauty and a tight-knit community of many generations. Here you'll find a 5-acre lot for sale that is just waiting to be part of your New Mexican adventure. New Mexico is a buyer's market now, the area is bursting with potential, and this 5-acre lot is rural enough to be quiet and peaceful but close enough to modern amenities for convenience. This land is about as flat and open as it gets, offering very little change in elevation and pockets of small shrubs and bushes throughout. There's an access road that runs up to the property line, making the home easily accessible all year long. It's a rectangular lot surrounded by similar lots, with large forested areas to the south and very few residential neighbors. If you're looking for flat, open, and private, this is it. Natural New Mexico This 5-acre lot is central to many of the stunning natural landmarks that the state is known for. The El Morro National Monument is a significant part of New Mexico's' history and is only 20 minutes from the lot. Here you'll find over 2,000 signatures etched into the rocks, dating back to ancient Pueblo times. The El Malpais National Conservation area is a gorgeous natural park with stunning sandstone cliffs, hiking trails, canyons to explore and campgrounds. This area is just over an hour from the park. New Mexico's gorgeous Gila Forest is only three hours away and is a favorite spot for fishing, hiking, camping, and sightseeing. Owning land in Cibola County means being close to many of the historical and natural landmarks that New Mexico is known for. Cibola Modern Conveniences While this 5-acre lot is tucked away from the roads, traffic, noise, and lights of the city, it's not too far from modern amenities and services. The local grocery store is only 20 minutes away, as well as locally owned restaurants, public schools and churches, gas stations, banks, salons, and retail shops. For more prominent chain restaurants and retailers, there is a Walmart and other nationally known chain restaurants about an hour away. It takes just over two hours to get to Albuquerque, and in only ten hours you can be at the beach. Cibola County has an active community social calendar, featuring outdoor art and music festivals, community 5k foot races, and other events designed to bring the community together. This spacious and open 5-acre lot is the jackpot when it comes to land in New Mexico. It's flat and free of obstructions, easy to get to, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the big city, private, quiet and close enough to modern amenities for convenience. If you've been dreaming about investing in land in the Midwest, this lot has your name all over it! Land Specifics: Assessor Parcel Number (APN): R13031 Road Access: Dirt Road Legal Description: Subd: PINE MEADOWS RANCH Lot: 109 Unit: 3, 5.02 acres Subdivision: PINE MEADOWS RANCH HOA: Yes - Dues are $70 per year subject to change Yearly Tax: $59.98 subject to change Property Details: General Location: 62.7 Miles or 1 h & 15 mins from Gallup, New Mexico Best Attribute: No Trees Activities: Camping, RV, Hiking, Recreational Activities Terrain: Mostly Level UTILITIES: Power: In the area Water: Need well or can haul water. Roads: County Dirt Road Surrounding Attractions: "El Morro National Monument - 14.2 miles - 22 mins Ice Cave and Bandera Volcano - 30.7 miles - 40 mins Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary - 15.3 miles - 27 mins Bluewater State Park - 79.3 miles - 1 h and 27 mins"