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Sandia Heights: Mountain Views & Wildlife
Sandia Heights homes were developed in 1965 on 1600 acres in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. If you are looking for Albuquerque real estate with incomparable scenery, Sandia Heights is the neighborhood for you. The world-famous Sandia Peak Tramway is visible from almost anywhere in the community. Wildlife like prairie dogs, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, coyotes, jackrabbits and birds of prey make Sandia Heights a nature lover’s paradise. A Homeowner’s association protects the unspoiled appeal of the community from overbuilding. Beautiful townhouses and spacious estate properties are available along with this foothills neighborhood.
Serving Zip Code 87122
Live in the Sandia Foothills!
The Sandia Heights neighborhood, developed in 1965, is built on 1600 acres in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains. If you are looking for Albuquerque real estate with incomparable scenery, Sandia Heights is the neighborhood for you. The Sandia Peak Tramway is visible from almost anywhere in the community. Wildlife, including prairie dogs, pronghorn antelope, mule deer, coyotes, jackrabbits and birds of prey, is plentiful in the foothills, making Sandia Heights a perfect place to live if you love nature. A Homeowner’s Association protects the unspoiled appeal of the community from overbuilding.
Many of the lots in Sandia Heights offer a feeling of privacy and escape from the outside world due to the curving roads that wind through the community. There are quite a few Southwestern and Pueblo-style homes that almost appear to be part of the natural landscape, as well as Mediterranean, ranch, brick, and modern homes. Sandia Heights has its own Security Patrol, several parks and offers easy access to jobs and shopping in Albuquerque. From your property, you can look down and see the city lights, or watch colorful desert sunrises and sunsets over the mountains. The shopping, dining, and culture of Albuquerque are easily accessible from Sandia Heights, as well as the Sandia Mountains and all the recreational activities available there.
Walking and Hiking Trails
You can start out on a walking trail in Sandia Heights and hike up into the mountains for an afternoon, or camp out for the night. There are also trails for mountain biking. The Sandia Peak Ski Area, located in the Cibola National Forest, has thirty trails for skiing and snowboarding. The famous Sandia Peak Tramway, the world’s second-longest tramway, stays in use even after the snow is gone, taking sightseers on scenic chairlifts. If you enjoy the nightlife, shows, and casino action, you’ll love living in close proximity to the Sandia Resort and Casino. If living in beautiful Sandia Heights isn’t relaxing enough, you can spend a day in the resort’s spa. Hikers, wildlife watchers, and photographers will be in heaven in the desert, foothills, and mountains, surrounded by desert flora, mountain vistas, spectacular skies, and even amazing man-made sights like hot air balloon festivals.
Near Kirkland AFB and Sandia Labs
Although it may feel set apart from the rest of the world, Sandia Heights is close to the business district of Albuquerque, the University of New Mexico, Kirtland Air Force Base, and Sandia Labs. If you are transferring to Albuquerque for work, Linda DeVlieg can help make your relocation easy with a free relocation package and expert advice. She can also help you sell your property. Linda has been a licensed Realtor since 1995 and is a member of several prestigious realty boards, including the National Association of REALTORS, the Albuquerque Board of REALTORS, and the Santa Fe Board of REALTORS. Contact Linda’s real estate consulting services and start your search for homes for sale in Sandia Heights today.
