Homes in Albuquerque
From historic adobe near Old Town to foothill homes under the Sandias, Albuquerque has a wide range of homes and settings.
I grew up in Albuquerque. Every part of town feels different, from the adobe near Old Town to the foothill streets on the east side. Start with how you'll actually spend your week, then let's find the part of town that fits it.
At a glance.
- County
- Bernalillo County
- Population reference
- 560,326 (July 1, 2024 estimate).
- Schools
- Roads & transit
- I-25 and I-40, ABQ RIDE buses, and Rail Runner stations at Bernalillo County, Downtown ABQ, Montaño, and Los Ranchos/Journal Center.
Areas to know.
Old Town
The historic plaza area, with shops, museums, and San Felipe de Neri Church, built in 1793.
Nob Hill
A walkable stretch of Route 66 / Central Ave near UNM, with shops, restaurants, and older homes.
North Valley
A greener, more rural setting along the Rio Grande, next to the Village of Los Ranchos.
Northeast Heights
Established neighborhoods rising toward the Sandia foothills and trailheads.
Four Hills
An established neighborhood on the east edge, near Kirtland AFB and I-40.
Westside
West of the Rio Grande. The city's planning areas include Northwest Mesa, West Mesa, and Southwest Mesa.
Tell me what you're looking for and I'll send matches myself.
Before buying here.
- Check the FEMA flood zone for the address, especially near the river and arroyos. The City of Albuquerque also publishes local flood-zone maps.Read source
- In the North Valley and South Valley, some parcels are assessed by the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District. Irrigable land served by district works pays a per-acre Water Service Charge.Read source
- Confirm school assignment by exact address with APS's lookup tool. Don't go by neighborhood names.Read source
- Look up the property record (ownership, assessed value, and parcel details) in the Bernalillo County Assessor's search.Read source
- Relocating with the military? Kirtland's relocation office can help with PCS and housing information.Read source
Talk it through with Tracy.
I'll get back to you personally.