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RUIDOSO, NM 88345

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lincoln County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
237
⇧ 28.1% vs 185 last year
Pending
10
4% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,000
⇩ 7.3% vs $430,250 last year
Average Price
$474,050
⇩ 14.8% vs $556,254 last year
Days on Market
162
⇧ 26.6% vs 128 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The RUIDOSO, NM real estate market (88345) currently shows 237 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 162 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 52 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 162 days on market compared to 128 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.3% year-over-year, from $430,250 to $399,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 237 this year vs 185 last year
  • Days on market: 162 now vs 128 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,000 (-7.3% YoY)
  • Average: $474,050 (-14.8% 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
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Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

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 January 2026, there are 237 active listings in RUIDOSO, NM (zip code 88345), compared to 185 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in RUIDOSO, NM 88345 is $399,000 as of January 2026, a 7.3% decrease from $430,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in RUIDOSO, NM 88345 spend an average of 162 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 128 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 January 2026, RUIDOSO, NM 88345 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 52 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 162 days on market compared to 128 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 $7,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,000. 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.