One-owner home in the heart of Las Cruces with a backyard that truly steals the show. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers 1,096 sq ft, a 1-car garage, and a comfortable layout with fresh interior paint, updated ceiling fans, and energy-efficient double pane windows throughout. The dining area features an added window, bringing in great natural light, and the exterior has been refreshed with stucco repairs and new paint for clean curb appeal. Step outside and you'll find an outdoor space designed to enjoy every day. The backyard offers open views, a huge covered porch, a beautifully designed pondless water feature, grass, and a dedicated gardening area. A professionally installed water system services both the front and backyard, making things simple. There is also a work shed plus an additional storage shed, giving you flexibility for hobbies, tools, or extra storage. Some photos may include virtual staging.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
7,405 sq ftLot Size
1 car garageParking
Listed by Ronna Carnathan• United Country Salopek Realty
Bought with Ronna Carnathan• United Country Salopek Realty
Est. $1,182 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1837 Defiance Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jun 16, 2026
Sold
—
SNMMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2600964
Jun 16, 2026
Sold
—
Apr 29, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 27, 2026
Listed
$218,000
$199/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,147 (+2.6%)
$9,028 + $32,050
$41,078
2024
$1,118 (+1.6%)
$8,882 + $30,999
$39,881
2023
$1,101 (+1.7%)
$8,624 + $30,096
$38,720
2022
$1,082 (+3.5%)
$7,972 + $29,620
$37,592
2021
$1,045 (+2.6%)
$7,670 + $28,828
$36,498
2020
$1,018 (+2.9%)
$7,376 + $28,058
$35,434
2019
$989 (+3.8%)
$7,092 + $27,311
$34,403
2018
$953 (+12.4%)
$6,815 + $26,586
$33,401
2017
$847 (+1.9%)
$6,547 + $25,881
$32,428
2016
$832 (−0.6%)
$6,286 + $25,198
$31,484
2015
$837 (+3.3%)
$6,043 + $24,548
$30,591
2014
$810
$5,867 + $23,833
$29,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,475 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,096
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Dona Ana County
APN
R0209584
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 22, 2026.
R-1A
IDO
Single-Family Medium Density District
The single-family medium density district is intended to accommodate single-family site built/manufactured dwelling units, including patio homes and townhouses, and to maintain and protect a medium density residential character of development. This district is also intended to serve as a transition between the single-family high and single-family low density residential development. The maximum density of this district is eight dwelling units per acre
Zone overlays
Infill Development Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Recreation
Mar 20, 2023 • Final
Residential electrical
Rebuild the electrical service for a house.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Evaporative Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco
Foundation Details: Slab
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s), Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Dimensions: 0 to .24 AC
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Natural Gas Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Location Information
Directions: GPS
Subdivision Name: Loma Heights
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,096
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,475 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: Dona Ana County
APN: R0209584
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 22, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: lascruces
Around this home
Schools
Hermosa Heights Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Sierra Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Centennial High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Las Cruces, NM • 88001
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
6.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$257,000 – $311,000
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