Albuquerque Metro
Whether you’re looking for a home for yourself, a place to raise a family, a peaceful place to retire, or a property for weekend getaways, there’s a perfect home for you in the high desert city of Albuquerque. The Albuquerque metro area boasts historic homes, homes in new developments, secluded homes along the river and mountains, and unique urban living spaces. Home styles vary tremendously, from traditional adobe, to brick homes, to contemporary designs. Your real estate choices are virtually limitless in the Albuquerque area.
The city is divided into four quadrants which are officially part of the mailing address: Northeast (NE), Southeast (SE), Northwest (NW), and Southwest (SW). The North/South dividing line is Central Avenue (the path Route 66 took through the city. The East/West dividing line is Broadway Avenue and the parallel-running Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks. Each quadrant offers a unique perspective of the city and a diverse range of housing opportunities in varied communities, neighborhoods and subdivisions.
Northeast Quadrant (Northeast Heights):
Some of Albuquerque’s most impressive subdivisions are located in this quadrant, including North Albuquerque Acres, Sandia Heights, Tanoan, High Desert and Glenwood Hills. These subdivisions consist of upscale residences on relatively large lots and offer additional amenities, including amazing city views, golf courses, and gated communities. The Northeast quadrant isn’t solely comprised of luxury homes, in fact there’s quite a bit of diversity in the housing available in the area. There are large, custom homes, customary tract homes, and “older” homes in established neighborhoods. There is a wide array of home styles and the prices range significantly.
Northwest Quadrant (Northwest Heights):
This quadrant can be further divided into two main areas: North Valley and West Mesa (West Side). The West Mesa is one of the fastest growing areas in Albuquerque and has been responsible for most of the city’s growth over the past five years. It offers the most diverse housing options, from rural properties along the Rio Grande in the North Valley to the newest residential developments atop the West Mesa. Numerous homebuilders offer affordable housing in virtually every style and size, including contemporary southwestern, traditional brick, and modern designs.
The Southeast quadrant is home to Kirtland Air Force Base, Sandia National Laboratories and the Albuquerque International Airport. Housing options range from older exclusive neighborhoods, such as Ridgecrest and Four Hills areas, to middle and lower cost housing in established neighborhoods.
Southwest Quadrant (South Valley):
This area runs along the Rio Grande and is primarily rural and agricultural. The homes are a diverse blend of old and new but are predominantly southwestern in style and in many cases offer amenities for livestock. Closer to Albuquerque’s downtown, there are more traditional residential developments and subdivisions. One of the most desirable neighborhoods, Old Country Club, is located in this quadrant. This area offers tree-lined streets, lush landscape, and solitude.
Rio Rancho is located in the northwest corner of the Albuquerque metro area. Over the years, it has realized tremendous economic and population growth. As is the case with Albuquerque’s Northwest Heights, homebuilders in Rio Rancho offer affordable housing in virtually every style and size. Additionally, as Rio Rancho expands north and west, many communities are being developed on lots starting at 1/2 acre in size. Located atop the West Mesa, Rio Rancho offers its residents spectacular views of the Sandia Mountains, Rio Grande bosque, and the northern part of Albuquerque.
The Village of Corrales is a small, rural haven located within the large, fast-growing Albuquerque metro area. Corrales is bordered by the Rio Grande River on the east, by the Sandia Pueblo on the north, Albuquerque on the south, and Rio Rancho on the west. Corrales has a population of less than 10,000 and aggressively strives to retain its rural existence. Residences are generally farms, southwestern, and custom homes on large lots (many acres in some cases). There are some small productive farms and orchards and numerous antique and craft shops located in Corrales.
