Alamogordo is situated at the base of the Sacramento Mountains. The high desert climate attracts many people to this unique area. On an average, Alamogordo enjoys over 330 sunshine days per year. The average precipitation is ten inches. What makes this area unique is that during a normal winter day, you may golf in the morning, and then drive 20 miles and go skiing. The close proximity of Alamogordo to the mountains and the Tularosa Basin desert offer many recreational enjoyments. Views across the White Sands National Monument and White Sands Missile Range are breathtaking!

We are extremely proud of Alamogordo and Holloman AFB. Alamogordo is a small, comfortable town of just over 30,000 people. One of the most frequent comments by visitors is that people here are very friendly. We have an excellent school system and the community actively supports programs for our youth. The New Mexico State University Alamogordo Branch has to be one of the nicer campuses. It is located next to the International Space Hall of Fame and the Tombaugh Omni-Max Theater.

This area is so typical of the old west, with it's rich history of Hispanic, Anglo and Mescalero Apache Indian heritage and culture. Significant historical events include the Lincoln County Wars (saga of Billy the Kid), the birth of Smokey the Bear and Trinity Site.

During the past year, the median cost of a home was $87,000.00. The typical features would be three bedrooms, two baths, with a two car garage. The property taxes on a home in this price range are approximately $550.00 per year.

When you arrive, be ready for scenic views and incredible sunsets of indescribable beauty! Yes, from the white sands to the tall timber, you can and will find everything you're looking for in the Alamogordo area!