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RIO RANCHO, NM 87144

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The RIO RANCHO, NM real estate market (87144) currently shows 320 active listings, with 132 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.7% year-over-year, from $421,528 to $449,769.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 48,815  ·  Density: 187.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,303

Typical home value: $259,272  ·  Homeownership: 84.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
320
⇧ 19% vs 269 last year
Pending
132
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$449,769
⇧ 6.7% vs $421,528 last year
Average Price
$500,769
⇧ 6.9% vs $468,576 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 50% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$225
⇧ 3.2% vs $218/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,106 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 320 this year vs 269 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $449,769 (+6.7% YoY)
  • Average: $500,769 (+6.9% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 29.2 miles — 1,320 listings ($602,767,608 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
87144Rio Rancho, NM 871440.0 mi300$148,697,400$430,000$495,658
87004Bernalillo, NM 870048.1 mi31$16,955,078$460,000$546,938
87114Albuquerque, NM 871149.4 mi146$73,427,780$400,000$502,930
87120Albuquerque, NM 8712013.4 mi217$113,838,200$442,000$524,600
87109Albuquerque, NM 8710914.5 mi79$26,477,640$364,950$335,160
87104Albuquerque, NM 8710415.9 mi46$27,575,896$492,500$599,476
87110Albuquerque, NM 8711017.2 mi97$35,359,992$351,450$364,536
87102Albuquerque, NM 8710217.6 mi66$20,695,092$280,000$313,562
87112Albuquerque, NM 8711219.4 mi94$33,845,546$337,450$360,059
87008Cedar Crest, NM 8700822.1 mi13$6,168,760$441,500$474,520
87123Albuquerque, NM 8712323.1 mi95$54,267,800$350,000$571,240
87121Albuquerque, NM 8712124.0 mi124$41,968,668$319,700$338,457
87083Cochiti Lake, NM 8708329.2 mi12$3,489,756$273,000$290,813

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144?

As of February 2026, there are 320 active listings in RIO RANCHO, NM (zip code 87144), compared to 269 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144?

The median listing price in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144 is $449,769 as of February 2026, a 6.7% increase from $421,528 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in RIO RANCHO, NM?

Homes in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, RIO RANCHO, NM 87144 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in RIO RANCHO, NM?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RIO RANCHO, NM 87144 save an estimated $8,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $449,769. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.