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Portales, NM

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A charming small town set amongst the beauty of the New Mexican desert

Quiet Affordable Scenic Desert

Portales is a small New Mexican town where residents enjoy a tight-knit community and sprawling desert views in a historic setting. Low-rise apartments shrouded by trees provide a reprieve from the near-constant sun, but the charm of Portales is always on display. Weekly markets and a quaint city center make this the perfect place to get to know your neighbor. Proximity to Cannon Air Force Base makes this a convenient spot for airmen and women and those who work on base. Highway 70 serves as the main artery for Portales.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Portales, NM is $588 for one bedroom, $1,174 for two bedrooms, and $1,225 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Portales has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$588/month
550 Sq Ft
House
$1,009/month
1,095 Sq Ft
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Transportation

48

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Valencia Elementary

Public

Grades 3-4

389 Students

8
out of 10

Lindsey-Steiner Elementary

Public

Grades 5-6

316 Students

5
out of 10

James Elementary

Public

Grades 1-2

379 Students

Rating Unavailable

Portales Jr High

Public

Grades 7-8

408 Students

6
out of 10

Portales High

Public

Grades 9-12

807 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Shopping Centers

Parks and Recreation

  • Natural History Museum
  • Miles Mineral Museum
  • Oasis State Park

Military Bases

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