Parcel ID: 1017033180405000050 Legal Description: RIO DEL ORO Lot: 5 Block: 45 Unit: 42 Acre: 0.34 State: New Mexico County: Valencia Taxes: Under $5 per month Approximate Coordinates: 34°44'03.8"N 106°36'06.4"W Welcome to Valencia County, New Mexico: a hot spot to own land! Rio Del Oro is a sprawling subdivision East of Belen and Los Lunas in Valencia County, New Mexico, covering roughly 47,000 acres, from I-25/Rio Grande all the way to the Manzano Mountains . This scenic area offers wide-open high desert landscapes, wild grasses, seasonal wildflowers, and panoramic views of the Manzano Mountains. With its low land prices and long-term development prospects, Rio Del Oro is ideal for both budget-conscious investors, nature lovers and off-grid enthusiasts. This lot sits within the Rio Del Oro Loop. It is conveniently located just 5 minutes away from Valencia High School and is 15 minutes from The University of New Mexico-Valencia campus. Meta (formerly Facebook) opened its Los Lunas Data Center in 2019 and continues to expand rapidly. In January 2025, Meta announced a major new phase: the addition of two buildings on its 750-acre campus, part of an $800 million initiative to support next-generation AI technologies. Once fully built out, the facility is expected to support 350-400 permanent jobs and drive significant construction employment. Meta has also committed to the region through investments in K-12 education, renewable energy , and water conservation. Notably, it recently signed a deal with XGS Energy for a 150 MW advanced geothermal project, set to begin operation by 2030, further enhancing the clean energy profile of the Los Lunas campus. Overall, Valencia County combines low-cost land, strategic positioning near Albuquerque, rich outdoor amenities, and a major economic driver in the form of Meta’s expanding data campus, backed by sustainable energy growth, offering a rare blend of affordability and growth potential in New Mexico! NOTE: Approximately ...