Tucked within the preserved beauty of a protected nature conservancy, this charming log-cabin-inspired home offers a rare opportunity to live surrounded by unspoiled wilderness. With 2 bedrooms, one full bathroom, and a convenient half bath, the residence combines rustic character with modern comforts. Warm wood tones, expansive views, and a thoughtful floor plan invite you to slow down and enjoy the serenity of the landscape. The home sits on 42 deeded acres of land that are intentionally kept in their natural stateundevelopable and unfarmableensuring the setting remains pristine and untouched. A separate barn includes an apartment for guests or extended living, along with ample storage space for equipment, hobbies, or outdoor gear. Whether you're enjoying a sunrise from the porch or walking the open terrain under a sky full of stars, this one-of-a-kind property offers an exceptional lifestyle immersed in the rhythms of nature.
For sale
$420,000
5 Tulpia Trl, Hillsboro, NM 88042
3beds
1,500sqft
Cabin
Built in 2007
41.96 Acres Lot
$400,800 Zestimate®
$280/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Log-cabin-inspired homeThoughtful floor planSunrise from the porchExpansive viewsWarm wood tones
- 217 days
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Listed by:
Crystal M Downs 575-571-1229,
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate / Steinborn & Associates 575-522-3698
Source: New Mexico MLS,MLS#: 20261076
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Refrigerated
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Horses Allowed
Lot
- Size: 41.96 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3044103231314
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Cabin
Materials
- Log, Mission Stone
- Roof: Pitched
Condition
- Year built: 2007
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Berrenda Creek Ranch
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
Location
- Region: Hillsboro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $280/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $295,674
- Annual tax amount: $2,388
- Date on market: 2/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Inclusions: Dishwasher, Dryer, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$400,800
$381,000 - $421,000
$2,141/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $420,000-10.6%$280/sqft |
Source:  New Mexico MLS #20261076 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Price change | $470,000-1.1%$313/sqft |
Source: New Mexico MLS #20261076 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2026 | Price change | $475,000-4%$317/sqft |
Source: SNMMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2503173 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2025 | Price change | $495,000-1%$330/sqft |
Source: SNMMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2503173 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $500,000$333/sqft |
Source: SNMMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #2503173 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,388 +4.7% | $98,558 +3% |
| 2024 | $2,282 +1.5% | $95,730 +3% |
| 2023 | $2,248 +12.1% | $92,985 +3% |
| 2022 | $2,004 | $90,277 +3% |
| 2021 | -- | $87,647 +0.6% |
| 2020 | -- | $87,147 |
| 2018 | -- | $87,147 +1.6% |
| 2017 | -- | $85,780 |
| 2016 | -- | $85,780 |
| 2015 | -- | $85,780 -7.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $92,460 |
| 2013 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 88042
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: None/Other
- Middle: None/Other
- High: None/Other
Source: New Mexico MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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