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Corrales    [more info]
Fruit trees, cottonwood trees, rural setting horses and a country feel best describes this unique village. Wineries, adobe homes, contemporary architectural properties and stylish horse properties are found in this quaint village atmosphere. One-half to one-acre lots to mini ranchettes are common.
Zip Code: 87048

Downtown Albuquerque    [more info]
Many older homes in this area. Historic “Old Town”, the museums, The Rio Grande Zoo and many other tourist attractions are located here as well as the Convention Center and office buildings. Convenient to the I-40 and I-25 interchange. Loft projects are underway, with high density housing the norm. Albuquerque rentals of lofts, and loft living, condominium conversion projects – in the heart of the Route 66 redevelopment area.

East Mountains    [more info]
Tall pines, panoramic views and rural pasture can be found in this mountain area. Temperatures are cooler, and snow and higher rainfall is common. Open zoning in some areas will allow mobile homes and modular homes. Also large estate properties can be found in the Paako development and San Pedro Creek Estates, with parcels from 10 acres and up. 20-30 minutes to business areas in Albuquerque from most areas.

Far Northeast Heights    [more info]
Many different areas within this target area. Includes the Tanoan Country Club (golf and country club facilities) and High Desert with many of the newer homes in Albuquerque; Lot sizes are smaller, low maintenance is a popular life style here.
Zip Codes: 87111, 87122 and 87109

Four Hills    [more info]
One of the first luxury neighborhoods on the outskirts of the city, this area has privacy and fantastic lots. Many of these homes have city and mountain views. Homes were built through the 1960’s to present. The Four Hills Country Club is located in the center of this area. Easy access to I- 40, Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia National Laboratories.
Zip Code: 87123

High Desert    [more info]
The High Desert neighborhood of Albuquerque features some of the most stunning Southwestern scenery in the area. If you’re looking for a luxury home in the true desert, start your real estate search in the High Desert. High Desert home prices start around $250,000 and go to over 3M for custom homes bordering the open space.
Zip Code: 87111

Northeast Heights/Sandia Foothills    [more info]
East of Tramway Blvd, this area is great for those who want to live close to the Sandia Mountains and hiking and biking paths. Glenwood Hills along the foothills (older homes from the 1970’s to present), the beautiful area of High Desert and homes with tremendous views are found at the varying levels along the mountain. Easy access to I- 40 and Kirtland Air Force Base for Albuquerque job access to downtown and the business district.

Nob Hill    [more info]
Nob Hill real estate in Albuquerque is highly sought after. Nob Hill is near the University of New Mexico and offers cosmopolitan dining, shopping and nightlife as well as parks and farmers markets.
Zip Codes: 87106, 87108 and 87110

North Albuquerque Acres    [more info]
Large lots just under one acre, large custom homes, horses allowed. Some streets are not paved, and some homes not on city services; wells and septic tanks are common. Large luxurious properties. There are good mountain and city views. Various styles of homes from Mediterranean to sprawling pueblo compounds. Desirable as a close-to-the-city horse property for Albuquerque, as some lots accommodate horse facilities.
Zip Codes: 87113 and 87122

North Valley    [more info]
Luxury rural setting, with large horse properties, small custom ranchettes and casitas, nestled in the bosque with Rio Grande River close by. Mature landscaping, a rural atmosphere and horses are allowed in many areas.
Zip Codes: 87102, 87104, 87107, 87113, 87114 and 87120

Northwest Heights    [more info]
Known as the Taylor Ranch area, this is a nice community of newer homes. Views of the city and mountains can be spectacular from some neighborhoods. Popular for the home buyer who needs a lot of home for the money. The Ladera Golf Course is close by. The city’s newest Cottonwood Mall is located in the northeast between Taylor Ranch and Rio Rancho. Many of the newer Albuquerque restaurants have opened, featuring some of the newer, national franchises.
Zip Codes: 87120, 87114, 87105, 87120, 87121

Paradise Hills    [more info]
Located on the west mesa, this section of the city boasts of good city and mountain views and great affordability. Paradise Hills Country Club and Golf Course is nearby. The large master planned community of Ventana Ranch is located in this area. Huge amount of growth and large subdivisions, with planned unit development now the popular development. Also custom homes available on in-fill building areas.
Zip Code: 87114

Placitas    [more info]
A blend of old and new. Older adobe homes can be found here as well as brand new contemporary style homes. Spacious lots, spectacular views. Custom executive homes are located in beautiful canyons and mesas. Rolling terrain, natural high desert vegetation. Travel time is 25 minutes to downtown Albuquerque and 45 minutes to Santa Fe via I-25. Grand vistas!
Zip Code: 87043

Rio Rancho    [more info]
This is a rapidly growing suburb on the northwest corner of Albuquerque – with Intel greeting you at the entrance of Highway 528. This city is characterized by affordable housing and wonderful views of the mountains and Albuquerque. It has its own shopping, country, golf course and school system. Much of the infrastructure is supported by the city’s relationship with Intel. The Railrunner has become the popular method for traveling from the Rio Rancho area to downtown and soon north to Santa Fe. Vast growth towards the north to Highway 44. New planned communities host the national builders.
Zip Codes: 87124 and 87144

Sandia Heights    [more info]
Situated at the base of the Sandia Mountains. Contemporary and adobe-styled homes on one-half to one-acre lots. Natural landscaping is dominant in this area as well as great city views. Many “Santa Fe” styles homes amid southwest contemporaries. Surrounded by nature and wildlife, not uncommon for deer to cross your path! A highly sought after area in the Albuquerque real estate market.
Zip Code: 87122

Southwest Albuquerque    [more info]
Tall trees and green pastures describe the southwest valley, located near the Rio Grande River south of Central Avenue (Route 66). Older homes with larger parcels, some rural open zoning allowing for mobile and modular homes. This area is in the beginning stages of being discovered as a new development area. In the “mesa” area are new subdivisions and in the lower “Valley Farms” area you will find the larger rural horse properties.
Zip Codes: 87105 and 87121

Tanoan Golf Community    [more info]
If you are looking for a lovely home in a beautiful gated community, come to Tanoan. Building began on Tanoan West in the late 1980s. You can find a wide variety of home styles in this gated community, including traditional Southwestern style, ranch and brick style homes. Home prices Tanoan West range start around $300,000 for a townhouse or a patio home and go as high as $2 million for an estate home. Tanoan offers true Albuquerque leisure living so complete that you hardly need to leave the neighborhood.