Property Attributes
- MLS#2503104
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyDONA ANA
- CityLas Cruces
- Area337 - Las Alturas
- NeighborhoodLas Alturas Estates
- Zip88011
- StyleContemporary
- Year Built1983
- Price$ 499,999
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2144
- Lot Size1.89 Acres
Data Source:
Las Cruces Association of REALTORS®
Property Description
Back on the market with a BRAND NEW certified septic system and drain field installed summer 2025! This 3 bedroom 3 bath underground house is a masterpiece of creative mid-century architecture. Taking inspiration from other renowned architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and Christopher Alexander, the late New Mexico architect Duane Dorsey created this beautiful, peaceful retreat for his own family many years ago. Natural light is invited into the center of the home via walls of sliding glass leading out into 3 large atriums, and despite being nearly 4' underground, each bedroom and bathroom is also bathed in natural light through carefully placed skylights and beautiful stained glass interior windows. A detached 10 car garage and workshop coupled with a truly incredible amount of thoughtful built-in storage throughout the home makes this a perfect retreat for anyone with hobbies that require a lot of space.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Listed $545,000 |
| 8/28/2026 | 9$499,999 |
General Features
| Sewer | Septic Tank |
|---|---|
| Heating | Forced Air,Wood Stove,Propane |
| Cooling | Evaporative Cooling |
| Utilities | Propane,Phone Available,El Paso Electric |
| Roof | Flat |
| Garage Spaces | 10 |
| Patio/Porch Features | Courtyard,Pergola,Covered Patio |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary |
| Construction Materials | Block,Steel Frame |
| Year Built | 1983 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Dona Ana |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | Las Alturas Estates |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Las Alturas to Senna,turn left,first house on the left. |
| City | Las Cruces |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 82428 |
| Carport Spaces | 2 |
| MLS Area Minor | 337 - Las Alturas |
| Structure Type | Site Built Home |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Open Floorplan,Water Softener-Own,Dryer,Washer |
|---|---|
| Basement | None |
| Window Features | Aluminum/Steel |
| 3/4 Baths | 2 |
| Laundry Features | In Kitchen |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Room Type | Atrium |
| Total Baths | 3 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Water Feature |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Chain Link,Rock |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Dimensions | 1.51 to 2 AC |
| Lot Size Acres | 1.89 |
| Lot Size Source | Public Records |
| Other Equipment | Air Purifier |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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