Owner operators, this one's for you! The M&M Motel is waiting for someone to take over daily operations. This quaint 5 room motel is situated in the heart of downtown Des Moines, NM. Located between the larger communities of Raton and Clayton, this is the perfect location to snag weary travelers from Texas on their way to the ski slopes or hunting valleys of northern New Mexico! Each room welcomes guests with updated furnishings and decor. The bathrooms in each unit have been tastefully updated, as well as recently installed mini-split heating and cooling units for each space. The caretakers quarters include a nice sized livingroom, eat in kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a nice bath with tub/shower combo, and more! This is a turn key business, ready to welcome guests!
Welcome to a rare opportunity in the heart of Des Moines, NM! Located directly on the main highway, this charming 1,400 sq ft commercial property offers unmatched visibility and small-town charm. Formerly a beloved coffee shop, it comes fully equipped and ready for your next venture—be it a café, retail space, or cozy roadside restaurant. Step inside and discover a welcoming interior with space for customers, plus a private 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom living quarters, ideal for a live/work setup.

Des Moines is located in New Mexico. Des Moines, New Mexico has a population of 42. Des Moines is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 0% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 18.27%.
The median household income in Des Moines, New Mexico is $48,438. The median household income for the surrounding county is $37,443 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Des Moines is 62.9 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 14.2 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 19.5 inches per year, with 57 inches of snow per year.