Arizona/New Mexico State Line Intelligent Living Community

Hey Permies,

For anyone interested in being in a community, I wanted to let others know there is one that formed in Southeastern Arizona near Rodeo, NM. It's called Caballos De Las Estrellas. We just bought 80 acres there. It's away from everything and the stars are so bright that people nearby have their own private observatories in their homes! It's not as hot as the other areas of Arizona since the elevation is 4,100'. There are summer monsoons and can sometimes break 100 degrees in summer then cool off in the evening. There is a giant aquifer so having a well is a must or I guess you can catch your own water though there wasn't much rain this summer. The mountain views are gorgeous and snowcapped in the summer. It can snow a few times in the winter but melts the same day. We had the water and soil tested. Alluvial soil the first 4' then a mixture of alluvial and clay lower. Different striata and different layers the deeper you go, but there is definately a good mixture for adobe and cob. The soil pH is a bit on the alkaline side at 8 and the well water pH is 7.6. No heavy minerals and good minerals. We were really happy about that. The cost for the well is approx. $12,000.

The community: You can rent a space for a tiny house or you can buy 10+acre lots which is what we did on the Arizona side. There are other lots on the New Mexico side. 10 acre lots start at $35,000. The community is focused around horses and large animals as there is an equestrian facility on the community property and living in harmony with nature. Everyone will have each others backs. Lots of owners are still in process of selling their homes around the country and transitioning to the community and building their houses. There will be a pool, community building for arts and lectures, etc and a gym. Zhenna is the one who bought the 1,000 acres and has developed it. She is awesome. A few permies are moving to the location as well as ourselves over the next few years. It's a work in process.

Anyways, we would love some awesome neighbors. If you are looking for like minded individuals but still want your own autonomy this would be a good choice. BTW, we will be splitting up our land and will sell off (2) 10 acre parcels in the near future, message me if interested. Otherwise check out the community website at www.caballosdelasestrellas.com which has much more information and photos.

Ciao!



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Howdy Miranda, you said it is near Rodeo. Can you tell me more specifically where it is? Any road names out there? I looked at the website and I couldn't find a map. Is it all on the Arizona side?

Miles,

The community spans the Arizona/New Mexico line. So, some of the lots are on each side. For example, our lots is on the Arizona side. There is a fence on the edge of the property you can literally climb over and be in New Mexico. Pretty Wild. If you can see Rusty's RV site on Google Maps then the 1000 acres is to the west and north west of that lot. The RV site is a few miles north on the highway from Rodeo, NM.  Actually, the highway frontage north of the RV park is the communities commercial land. Members of the community can build a storefront if they want. We are thinking of building an organic farmers market on the highway. Pretty cool. Does that answer your question?

Miranda

Miles, look for Highway 80 and Estrella Parkway on the map. You'll see Rusty's RV Park.

Got it ,thanks !

Hi Miranda! I would love to talk to you as I am interested in the lot next to you!

Heidi

Hi Heidi,

That’s awesome. I can be reached on Telegram (Miranda Muse) or mirandakauai at gmail.com.

I reached out directly to the community but I might also be interested in one of your 10 acre sub plots.  This community setup potentially ticks a lot of boxes for me as a potential second home that could transition into a full time residence over time.  Shoot me an email @ tstone9999@gmail.com to provide some more details.  Thanks for posting this.  

Hey there Miranda:  Thank you for your post.  I spoke to Zhenna a few weeks ago, and she was just fabulous!   I too am interested to know if you are still selling off some acres on your side.  If so, I welcome you to email me at rawjoice@gmail.com.  Thanks a million!  

Miranda Muse wrote:Hey Permies,

For anyone interested in being in a community, I wanted to let others know there is one that formed in Southeastern Arizona near Rodeo, NM. It's called Caballos De Las Estrellas. We just bought 80 acres there. It's away from everything and the stars are so bright that people nearby have their own private observatories in their homes! It's not as hot as the other areas of Arizona since the elevation is 4,100'. There are summer monsoons and can sometimes break 100 degrees in summer then cool off in the evening. There is a giant aquifer so having a well is a must or I guess you can catch your own water though there wasn't much rain this summer. The mountain views are gorgeous and snowcapped in the summer. It can snow a few times in the winter but melts the same day. We had the water and soil tested. Alluvial soil the first 4' then a mixture of alluvial and clay lower. Different striata and different layers the deeper you go, but there is definately a good mixture for adobe and cob. The soil pH is a bit on the alkaline side at 8 and the well water pH is 7.6. No heavy minerals and good minerals. We were really happy about that. The cost for the well is approx. $12,000.

The community: You can rent a space for a tiny house or you can buy 10+acre lots which is what we did on the Arizona side. There are other lots on the New Mexico side. 10 acre lots start at $35,000. The community is focused around horses and large animals as there is an equestrian facility on the community property and living in harmony with nature. Everyone will have each others backs. Lots of owners are still in process of selling their homes around the country and transitioning to the community and building their houses. There will be a pool, community building for arts and lectures, etc and a gym. Zhenna is the one who bought the 1,000 acres and has developed it. She is awesome. A few permies are moving to the location as well as ourselves over the next few years. It's a work in process.



Anyways, we would love some awesome neighbors. If you are looking for like minded individuals but still want your own autonomy this would be a good choice. BTW, we will be splitting up our land and will sell off (2) 10 acre parcels in the near future, message me if interested. Otherwise check out the community website at www.caballosdelasestrellas.com which has much more information and photos.

Ciao!





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This sounds amazing to me!!

Hello!  We saw the community listing on ic.org and are interested in learning more. We sent a message through you website also. Thanks

Sounds like a money making skeem. If sold 10 for 35k = 3,500,000 $$$$$$$

I am thinking of spending this coming winter and checking it out.

Miranda, I'm trying to reach you. carolmaker

hi Miranda,

I have 10 acres in the mountains east of Albuquerque. The intention is off grid, but I have to take it a step at a time. The first step is like-minded people. Hoping to find people to help me build micro farm etc. in exchange for a room. The reason I'm contacting you is in case you run across people who aren't ready for the leap to your location. I'm 50 minutes to Albuquerque and 30 to Santa fe. Message me with any contacts or ideas
thanks
Patrice

I’m 10 miles away from Rodeo. I’ll go check it out. We  just made a offer in a house nearby. So if that falls through perhaps this is a option. Will update tomorrow.

Hello...
I am interested in buying some acreage from you. Is it still available?
Also... That lady Patrice who contacted you, in comment section. I'm interested in her land situation as well.  I am an experienced gardener and student of permaculture. I have worked on land (gardens and orchards) all over the world in all sorts of different micro climates.
I am pretty ready to leave the Matrix again and come back to mother earth.
Please contact me or pass on my info to Patrice.
Thanks!
dnasave@yahoo.co.nz

Hi, I am wondering if this community has problems with coyotes bringing illegals over the property?  What kind of border security is in the area?
Thanks

Howdy, Miranda!

I have looked at info for this fabulous community before.  It sounds wonderful to me and I did consider trying to move there.  However, as a single widow, 70 years old...I would need help.  Which I do need now where I live near Amarillo, Texas.

If I bought 10 acres from you, or even my own 35 acres, is there someone who could  help in getting me set up in some kind of living situation?  The only animals I have are 2 large dogs, but they would need a good size fence.

I realize you may have already sold all your extra lots.  I could purple message you or you me.  I would like to visit there sometime soon.

Thanks.
Barbara

We've been looking for NM land for the past year or so and find this community quite interesting.  That there is an aquifer which makes a well readily obtained is good and one of the biggest issues in today's Southwest.  

One of the issues I have had with other platted areas/communities in NM are Home Owner's Associations (HOA's).  Often these are restrictive and don't allow for the freedom of expression, individual building desires, and community groups.  Does Caballos de las Estrellas have an HOA, and if so, what are the primary guidelines/restrictions?  Are there NM county building codes that are specific as to certain type structures?

Thanks!

Dave