Sunland Park

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Sunland Park, NM

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This brilliant border city has plenty to offer and is one the rise

Desert Mountain Affordable River Rural Dining

Sunland Park is a small town located along the borders of New Mexico, Texas, and Mexico. Sunland is one of the safest and fastest-growing border cities and it’s not hard to see why. Appropriately named, Sunland is a dazzling desert town with eye-catching desert vegetation filling the streets and the famed Rio Grande runs throughout the town. Picturesque mountains are constantly on the horizon, forming gorgeous sunsets. Once you find your dream rental, be sure to hike up Mount Cristo Rey, an impressive stone monument atop a small mountaintop. Along with beautiful scenery, Sunland is known for being family-friendly. The elementary schools in town are excellent and there are plenty of kid-friendly activities available. Perfect your ollie at the Sunland Sports Complex skate park or scream your heart out at Wester Playland, an old-school amusement park with classic concessions, games, and rides. Sunland is also known for its prime location. This desert city is only 15 minutes from the University of Texas, El Paso campus and 20 minutes from Downtown El Paso. Gorgeous landscapes and entertainment options, paired with affordability, will certainly charm you into renting your next apartment or house in Sunland.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Sunland Park, NM is $1,453 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sunland Park has decreased by -8.8% in the past year.

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$2,329/month
2,083 Sq Ft
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Transportation

20

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Gadsden Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

419 Students

8
out of 10

Riverside Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

483 Students

7
out of 10

Desert View Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

400 Students

7
out of 10

Sunland Park Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

225 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • El Paso Desert Botanical Garden
  • Centennial Museum and Chihuahuan Desert Gardens
  • Magoffin Home State Historic Site
  • Wyler Aerial Tramway
  • Franklin Mountains State Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • El Paso International

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