Housing

Housing: Let Your Voices Be Heard July 23

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By DAVID HAMPTON
Chair
Transportation Board

Los Alamos County residents, are you impacted by the high cost of and general unavailability of housing, or the increased accidents, fatalities, and exhaust emissions from traffic commuting in and out? How about the difficulty receiving services because providers can’t find housing? Think teachers, medical professionals, nonprofits, police, fire, restaurants, retail, etc.

If so, you will be positively impacted by additional housing in Los Alamos County and have standing to testify about this impact at Planning and Zoning Commission hearings Read More

Economic Equity Working Group Sets Priorities To Advance Solutions To Housing, Employment, Community Support

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By JAMES WERNICKE
Economic Equity Working Group

The Economic Equity Working Group (part of the Los Alamos Inclusivity Task Force) has announced a set of priorities aimed at addressing persistent challenges in housing affordability, workforce participation, and community access to resources in Los Alamos County.

At its recent session, the group identified several areas for immediate action and long-term planning, focusing on solutions that can be implemented collaboratively with local organizations, landlords, and County officials.

Key Priorities Identified:

  • Rental Application
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Council Assesses Housing & Economic Development Efforts

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By KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

So how are things looking for Los Alamos’ housing and economy? Great, according to County officials.

Los Alamos County Housing and Special Projects Manager Dan Osborn along with Economic Development Administrator Shanna Sasser provided updates to the County’s housing and economic development efforts during County Council’s recent work session.

As far as housing is concerned, Osborn ticked off a list of completed items including the affordable housing plan and the new contract with the Santa Fe Community Housing Trust Read More

Elias Isaacson Takes Helm At Community Development

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New Los Alamos County Community Development Department Director Elias Isaacson stopped by the Los Alamos Daily Post newsroom Wednesday afternoon for a visit. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com

BY KIRSTEN LASKEY
Los Alamos Daily Post
kirsten@ladailypost.com

When Elias Isaacson stepped into his new role as Los Alamos County Community Development Department Director in May, he said it was apparent what his main focuses are: housing and economic development.

Looking at what has been done thus far in these two areas, Isaacson said he feels optimistic about achieving the County Manager’s Read More

Houck: Your Realtor, Your Partner In Selling Your Home

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By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty

When it comes to selling your home, think of your Realtor as a trusted partner—not just someone who lists your property. A good Realtor will provide you with sales data to help support your asking price, offer insight into current market conditions, and outline a detailed marketing plan for your home.

If you’re out of town, most Realtors are happy to check in on your property and alert you to anything that needs attention. However, it’s important to understand that Realtors are not licensed or insured to perform services like cleaning, landscaping, Read More

Houck: Retirement Series – Downsizing For Retirement … A Guide To Getting Started 4 Of 5    

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By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty LLC

Downsizing in preparation for retirement is a big step. It takes planning, effort, time—and often, money. If you’ve made the decision to move and downsize, the next question is: where do you begin?

The downsizing process isn’t simple, but it is a process and it is manageable. In fact, there are professionals whose entire careers are built around helping others navigate this exact transition.

Step One: Be Realistic

  • Start by taking an honest inventory of your home. Identify what’s essential—items you use regularly or truly love. If something
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Monthly Housing Statistics–An Overview Of The March 2025 Real Estate Market

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REAL ESTATE News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico housing market showed strong momentum in March 2025, according to the latest statewide and county-level data compiled by the New Mexico Association of REALTORS®. A comparison of Feb. and March performance indicates robust growth in key metrics such as sales activity, median prices, and market engagement, reflecting sustained demand and renewed confidence among buyers and sellers alike.

Year-to-Date (YTD) Sales climbed significantly, particularly in Bernalillo County, where sales surged by 596 units, up from 992 in Feb. to 1,588 in March. YTD Read More