Albuquerque metro, NM relocation guide
Moving to San Ysidro, NM
About San Ysidro
San Ysidro is a tiny Sandoval County village (population ~180) in the Jemez River valley on NM-4, the last services stop before the road climbs into the Jemez Mountains. A historic farming village with a 19th-century church, it offers rock-bottom prices and dramatic red-rock surroundings. There are essentially no employers in town; residents commute to the Jemez corridor, Bernalillo, or Albuquerque.
Home prices in San Ysidro
Home prices in San Ysidro vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in San Ysidro
- Jemez River — cottonwood bosque along the river.
- Red-rock mesas — the dramatic geology surrounding the village.
- Jemez Mountains — trailheads and hot springs ~20 minutes north.
- Zia Pueblo — neighboring pueblo to the south.
- Village farmland — small irrigated fields along the river.
Commuting from San Ysidro
- Approximate drive to downtown Albuquerque: ~50–60 minutes (approximate; via NM-4 / US-550).
- No transit service; entirely car-dependent.
- NM-4 is winding and weather-sensitive in winter.
Schools in San Ysidro
Public schools: Jemez Valley Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
San Ysidro FAQs
- What is the housing market like in San Ysidro, NM?
Home prices in San Ysidro vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from San Ysidro, NM?
Approximate drive to downtown Albuquerque: ~50–60 minutes (approximate; via NM-4 / US-550). - Which school district serves San Ysidro, NM?
San Ysidro is served by Jemez Valley Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.