Named after a silver deposit found in the 19th century, Silver City is a small New Mexican town of about 10,000 residents. “Buyers move here for the people, location, weather and the great outdoors,” says Alfred Sedillo, Silver City Town Clerk. Daniel Cook, resident and Associate Broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, agrees that the weather is the city’s best feature. “We get four gentle seasons,” he says. “We’re a little out of the way, so it’s not the biggest tourist destination, but we have the Gila National Cliff Dwelling and the National Park.”
Silver City got its name as a nickname from a silver mine that was discovered.
Silver City is a quiet city nestled near the Gila National Forest.
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Older housing stock in the city
Buyers have their choice of house layouts, from ranch-styles to Modern Traditional homes. However, Spanish-inspired and southwestern exteriors are very popular in Silver City. Many homes come with adobe and stucco siding. Single-family homes sell for a median of $315,000. Buyers can also build a custom home on one of the many available lots.
Ranch Homes are one of the commonly found styles in Silver City.
You will find many homes in Silver City with southwestern influence.
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Kids can attend Silver Consolidated Schools and Western New Mexico University
The city is served by Silver Consolidated School District. The district, which is made up of nine schools, earns an overall grade of B-minus from Niche. There are two private options: Calvary Christian Academy and Guadalupe Montessori School, which are not graded by Niche. The one charter school, Aldo Leopold Charter School, serves grades from kindergarten through twelve and earns a B-plus. For those who want to continue their education close to home, Western New Mexico University is a public university located in Silver City.
Students at Silver High School have ample clubs and sports to participate in.
Western New Mexico University is a sprawling campus in the heart of Silver City.
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Gila National Forest, Cliff Dwellings and other outdoor space
Silver City offers 15 different parks. Across town, residents can find spots for picnicking, playgrounds, game courts or relaxation in nature. Silver City is prone to warm, sunny weather, making the city pool a sought-after spot to beat the summer heat. Skateboarders and cyclists can practice their tricks at the local skatepark. Gila National Forest also borders the city, providing ample space for outdoor recreation. “There is great hunting, fishing and camping nearby at the Gila National Forest,” says Sedillo.
The Gila National Forest has many recreational areas like the popular catwalk.
Silver City Skate Park is a large skate park with many bowls, ramps and rails for skaters to enjoy.
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Restaurants and retail around local highways
There are many local restaurants lining the highway corridors. Mexican cuisine is very popular in the city, but residents can find cuisine of all kinds throughout town. For shopping, residents can browse local boutiques and antique malls. A few different grocery stores, like Albertsons, keep locals stocked with essentials.
The Ice Cream Emporium in Silver City scoops up delicious ice cream made in house.
Albertsons is a great stop in Silver City for a grocery run.
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Getting around in Silver City
Residents will need a car to get around Silver City. Highways 180 and 90 run through the city. For medical care, residents don’t trypically have to leave town as Gila Regional Medical Center is located in town. El Paso, Texas, is a little over 150 miles south. There is little in the way of public transportation. The closest commercial airport is Grant County Airport, located 15 miles south in Hurley.
Events at local Western New Mexico University and city-sponsored fairs
The city hosts several events throughout the year. “There’s some universty sponsored events and the univeirsity hosts a concert series,” says Cook. “But for the most part, the town is pretty small, pretty quaint.” Some of the local events include Blues Festival, Carnitas Musica Y Mas Festival, Fiesta Latina, and several Car Shows.
Crime in Silver City
Silver City Police Department serves the city. Violent crime rates dropped in 2023, with zero murders reported the entire year. However, property crimes increased by 3%.
You found a Realtor that grew up here in Silver City . . . he is just loving real estate after a career in teaching music in the local school district. You can bank on Dan maintaining a calm and reassuring demeanor, with a great desire to unite individuals and groups, and prefer to finesse his real estate deals into fruition and maintain a great deal of patience in working each and every real estate transaction.
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