1280 San Jose Road

About this property

Welcome to 1280 San Jose in historic La Mesa, a rare opportunity to own a piece of New Mexico history. County records date this remarkable adobe home to 1819, offering timeless character and solid bones. Occupied as recently as 10 years ago, it's ready for restoration and your personal vision. The sellers have traced ownership to Charles Dunn of Iowa, a Union Army veteran of the Civil War. Historic details remain throughout, including the signature of a craftsman named Juan, dated 1904, and carport inscriptions documenting Model T servicing in the 1930s. The property includes EBID water rights, is ideal for horses, RV parking, gardening, or hobby farming, and is located near El Camino Real, schools, parks, and restaurants. A truly unique historic gem offering endless potential to restore, preserve, and make your own.

Details

Property type

Single Family Residence

Levels

One

Style

Historic

Construction

Adobe

New or resale

Resale

HOA

None

Subdivision

La Mesa

MLS area

636 - La Mesa

County

Dona Ana

On the market

Listed

July 31, 2026

Days on market

24

Original list price

$190,000

Price last changed

August 9, 2026

Current list price

$159,960