State Guides/New Mexico
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New Mexico Home Buying Guide

West Region · Non-Judicial Foreclosure State

No Transfer Tax

Key Facts at a Glance

Median Home Price
$290,000
Property Tax Rate
0.80%
Transfer Tax
None
Attorney Required
No
Foreclosure Type
Non-Judicial

What Makes New Mexico Unique

No real estate transfer tax

Si Se Puede specifically supports Hispanic communities

Albuquerque offers good affordability in the Southwest

First-Time Buyer Programs in New Mexico

1

MFA FirstHome Program

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

2

MFA Si Se Puede Program

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

3

HomeNow Program

Contact your state housing finance agency for current eligibility and rates

Program availability, income limits, and interest rates change frequently. Verify current terms with your lender or state housing finance agency.

Closing Costs in New Mexico

0.9%
Avg Closing Costs
of purchase price
$2,610
Estimated Closing Costs
on median-priced home
None
Transfer Tax
no transfer tax!

Attorney at Closing

Attorney Not Required

New Mexico does not require an attorney at closing. A title company typically handles the transaction. Consider hiring one anyway for complex deals.

Local Tips for New Mexico Buyers

1

No transfer tax lowers upfront costs.

2

Si Se Puede offers DPA up to $8,000 at 0%.

3

Albuquerque is experiencing renewed buyer demand.

Estimated Annual Ownership Cost in New Mexico

Based on the median home price of $290,000 with a 10% down payment and 7% mortgage rate.

Annual Mortgage Payment$20,828
Annual Property Taxes$2,320
Homeowners Insurance (est.)$1,450
Maintenance (est. 1%/yr)$2,900

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