Lea County, New Mexico Land Market Statistics

Comprehensive market data and analysis• Updated Dec 2025

Active Listings

124

Sold (12M)

Median Price

Market Condition

Strong Buyer's Market

Lea County, New Mexico Market Meter

Strong Buyer's Market

18.6 months of supply

High inventory favors buyers with more choices and negotiating power.

Market Overview

Median Price

Avg Price/Acre

Avg Days on Market

136

Months of Supply

18.6

YoY Price Change

New Listings (3M)

Land Market Data by Acreage

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Acreage	30D	3M	6M	12M	24M	36M
0-1 acres	2	15	25	55	93	117
1-2 acres	-	1	3	8	16	27
2-5 acres	-	-	1	6	11	28
5-10 acres	-	1	2	5	13	18
10-20 acres	-	1	2	4	6	12
20-50 acres	1	1	4	4	8	8
50-100 acres	-	-	-	1	1	2
100+ acres	-	-	-	-	8	9
TOTAL	3	19	37	83	156	221

📊 Sold Counts: The total number of land parcels that sold during each time period.How to read: If "5-10 acres" shows 25 under "30D", that means 25 parcels between 5-10 acres sold in the last 30 days. The "3M" column shows sales from the last 3 months, "12M" shows the full year, etc.Higher numbers = active market with lots of buyers. Lower numbers = slower market with fewer sales.

Market Trends & Analysis

Inventory by Acreage (12 Months)

Sold

For Sale

0-1 acres55 sold / 55 listed

1-2 acres8 sold / 14 listed

2-5 acres6 sold / 12 listed

5-10 acres5 sold / 18 listed

10-20 acres4 sold / 10 listed

20-50 acres4 sold / 6 listed

50-100 acres1 sold / 4 listed

100+ acres0 sold / 4 listed

Median Price by Acreage

No price data available

Key Market Indicators

Total Sales Volume

Last 12 months

Active Listings

124

Current inventory

Avg Days on Market

136

Time to sell

Price Trend (YoY)

Year over year

Lea County, New Mexico Land Market Analysis

Is now a good time to buy land in Lea County, New Mexico?

Lea County, New Mexico is currently a strong buyer's market with 18.6 months of supply. Buyers have more negotiating power and can take time to find the right property.

What is the months of supply for land in Lea County, New Mexico?

Lea County, New Mexico currently has 18.6 months of inventory supply. This indicates a strong buyer's market. High supply means buyers have plenty of choices and stronger negotiating position.

How long does it take to sell land in Lea County, New Mexico?

Land in Lea County, New Mexico typically sells within 136 days of listing. The median time on market is 49 days. Properties are moving slowly in the current strong buyer's market.

What is the total land for sale in Lea County, New Mexico?

There are currently 124 active listings in Lea County, New Mexico. 20 new listings have hit the market in the last 90 days. The median asking price is $150K.

Is now a good time to invest in land in Lea County, New Mexico?

The current absorption rate in Lea County, New Mexico is 5.4% (3-month basis), indicating slow demand.

What is the absorption rate for land in Lea County, New Mexico?

The 3-month absorption rate in Lea County, New Mexico is 5.4%. The 12-month rate is 5.8%. Absorption rate shows what percentage of available inventory is being sold, with higher rates indicating stronger buyer demand.

What is the total amount sold in Lea County, New Mexico last year?

Over the past 12 months, Lea County, New Mexico saw 86 properties sold. In just the last 3 months, 20 properties changed hands.

Data Sources & Accuracy

Market statistics are compiled from multiple sources including LandyDandy listings, Zillow.com, Realtor.com, Redfin.com, county records, and MLS data. While we strive for accuracy, these figures are estimates and may not reflect 100% of market activity. Data is updated regularly but some transactions may have reporting delays. For the most accurate assessment of a specific property, we recommend consulting with a local real estate professional.