Chical, NM

Chical is a tiny, peaceful rural community tucked into the northern Rio Grande Valley in Valencia County, New Mexico. Home to just over a hundred residents, the area sits at an elevation of around 4,900 feet with wide open views of the surrounding valley landscape. The neighborhood centers along Chical Road, offering quiet, spread-out properties with convenient access to Albuquerque to the north and Los Lunas directly to the south.

Families living in Chical are zoned for the Los Lunas School District, connecting students to classes, sports, and activities in the nearby town center. Daily errands, grocery trips, and dining are handled by making the short drive into Los Lunas, while Valencia County manages local road maintenance and emergency response services. For homebuyers seeking space, scenic desert skies, and a slower pace of life, Chical provides quiet rural living within easy reach of everyday conveniences.