Albuquerque
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Northeast Heights
High Desert
Sandia Heights
North Albuquerque Acres
Far Northeast Heights
Central Northeast Heights
Heritage East
North Valley
Northwest
Pardise Hills
Ventana Ranch
Rio Rancho North
Rio Rancho South
Corrales
Placitas
Southeast
Southwest
Paa-ko
UNM
Ridgecrest/Nob Hill
Bernalillo
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Albuquerque is divided into four quadrants: NW, SW, NE and SE. The dividing line for north and south is Central Avenue which was once known as "Old Route 66." The east/west dividing line is Broadway Boulevard.
Most of the expansion in this quadrant has been near the base of the Sandia Mountains. The Sandia Heights area has a high desert setting with spectacular views of the city lights. The northeast area is primarily residential and includes housing in a variety of price ranges.Some of the most affluent subdivisions lie within this area, including Sandia, North Albuquerque Acres, Heights, Tanoan, High Desert and Glenwood Hills. The University of New Mexico area is extremely popular and provides middle and high income housing.
This is the most diversified of the quadrants. It includes the North Valley area where prestigious residential and rural horse ranch properties parallel the east banks of the Rio Grande River. Across the river on the west side (referred to as the West Mesa) you will find traditional subdivision developments. The west side has been host to a major percentage of the city's growth in the past five years. Dozens of homebuilders offer affordable housing opportunities, some starting below $130,000.
In this quadrant you will find Kirtland Air Force Base which includes Sandia National Laboratory and the Albuquerque International Airport. Housing developments include Four Hills which has a desirable country club, the well-established Ridgecrest area and the refreshingly contemporary Willow Wood.
This quadrant is primarily rural and agricultural
and often referred to as the South Valley. However, there are areas located
within this quadrant with residential subdivisions including the renown Old
County Club neighborhood. Lushly landscaped and quiet, this neighborhood is
considered a desirable location in the city. Downtown Albuquerque is a happening place with its revitalization efforts!
Catch the Rail Runner Express from the station on 1st & Central Ave., which runs north to Bernalillo & south to Belen.
Note: Driving time across the city boundaries is approximately 20 minutes.