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RUIDOSO, NM 88345

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

Market Analysis

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

The RUIDOSO, NM real estate market (88345) currently shows 236 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 153 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 50 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 153 days on market compared to 139 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.9% year-over-year, from $428,000 to $398,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,498  ·  Density: 83.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $37,469

Typical home value: $230,204  ·  Homeownership: 66.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
236
⇧ 26.9% vs 186 last year
Pending
18
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$398,500
⇩ 6.9% vs $428,000 last year
Average Price
$468,509
⇩ 15.6% vs $555,270 last year
Days on Market
153
⇧ 10.1% vs 139 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$251
⇩ 4.9% vs $264/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,603 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 236 this year vs 186 last year
  • Days on market: 153 now vs 139 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $398,500 (-6.9% YoY)
  • Average: $468,509 (-15.6% 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 71.3 miles — 500 listings ($252,248,380 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
88345Ruidoso, NM 883450.0 mi237$112,349,850$399,000$474,050
88346Ruidoso Downs, NM 883467.5 mi12$3,337,800$228,500$278,150
88341Nogal, NM 8834112.9 mi4$15,303,332$861,667$3,825,833
88314Bent, NM 8831420.7 mi1$639,700$639,700$639,700
88336Hondo, NM 8833622.4 mi2$1,689,000$844,500$844,500
88337La Luz, NM 8833727.9 mi10$4,434,860$352,450$443,486
88317Cloudcroft, NM 8831733.9 mi61$34,280,841$349,000$561,981
88339Mayhill, NM 8833934.0 mi17$7,954,589$449,500$467,917
88325High Rolls Mountain Park, NM 8832536.1 mi22$16,765,980$579,500$762,090
88354Weed, NM 8835443.6 mi1$650,000$650,000$650,000
88350Timberon, NM 8835051.7 mi11$3,127,300$259,950$284,300
88318Corona, NM 8831861.8 mi4$1,397,332$359,000$349,333
88201Roswell, NM 8820171.3 mi118$50,317,796$315,000$426,422

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RUIDOSO, NM 88345?

As of February 2026, there are 236 active listings in RUIDOSO, NM (zip code 88345), compared to 186 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RUIDOSO, NM 88345?

The median listing price in RUIDOSO, NM 88345 is $398,500 as of February 2026, a 6.9% decrease from $428,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in RUIDOSO, NM 88345 spend an average of 153 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 139 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RUIDOSO, NM 88345?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, RUIDOSO, NM 88345 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 50 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 153 days on market compared to 139 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RUIDOSO, NM 88345 save an estimated $7,970 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $398,500. 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.