Monday, June 30, 2014

1300 Sierra Larga Dr (Albuquerque, New Mexico)



Exceptional FOOTHILLS custom home by OMEGA in a quiet, serine location that is absolutely superb! Backs up to OPEN SPACE PRESERVE and NATIONAL FOREST with inspiring VIEWS. Just steps to hiking/biking trails. Once inside you will see how lovingly these owners maintained the home. Updated kitchen with granite counters, ERNIE TORRES cabinetry (throughout home), large breakfast area, built-in oven/micro. Formal dining & two living areas. The owner's suite offers views of city & mountains, a sitting area & jetted bath. Three secondary bedrooms are of generous size. One bedroom is used for an office/study with balcony views. The gorgeous backyard is private and park like. Professionally landscaped by WestWind. Backyard access with large side RV parking, & 2 covered patios. Too many amenities to list!



Price: $450,000
MLS#: 815323
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 3
Sq Ft: 2710
Garage Spaces: 2

Albuquerque Home For Sale

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1300 Sierra Larga Dr
Albuquerque, NM 87112

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Education In Albuquerque

Albuquerque’s educational system has risen to the demands of a growing population through innovation and one-on-one contact with students. From the Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) to the University of New Mexico, the quality and range of programs in the city continues to increase in step with Albuquerque’s population. The University of New Mexico defines a regional and national standard of excellence with its 11 degrees granting programs and distinguished research facilities.

The APS district is one of the largest in the U.S., with over 85,000 students. APS includes 79 elementary schools (K through grade 5), 24 middle schools (6 through 8), 11 regular high schools, and 6 alternative high schools for students with special needs. All APS schools offer special educational opportunities for handicapped and gifted students.

Parents are encouraged to discuss details of specific projects and facilities personally with principals and administrators. You can reach the APS Central Office at (505) 842-8211 or visit the web site at www.aps.edu. APS’s Community Relations Department also distributes a comprehensive information packet, including district boundary maps. Call (505) 842-3606 to order. Rio Rancho established its own school district in 1997, independent of APS. For more information, call Rio Rancho Pubic Schools at (505) 896-0667.

A complete list of high, middle and elementary schools is included in the information packet distributed by Community Relations Department.
Albuquerque has an excellent selection of private and parochial schools. Approximately 13% of Albuquerque’s children attend one of over 70 private or parochial schools in the community. The Albuquerque Academy is considered to be one of the area’s top private nondenominational schools, and is first among area independent schools in endowment.


Some of the larger private/parochial schools include the following:
 
Albuquerque Academy
Esquela del sol Montessori
Manzano Day School
Sandia Prep
 
Bosque Preparatory School
Immanuel Lutheran
Menaul School
Sunset Mesa

Monday, June 16, 2014

1509 Pinnacle View Dr NE (Albuquerque, New Mexico)



Gorgeous single level four bedroom home built by Ralph Stone. Located on a large corner lot in the highly desirable FOOTHILLS!!! Fabulous VIEWS. Two living areas, formal dining, and an island kitchen that would delight any gourmet chef with a good sized breakfast area. Large family room with built-ins. The owner's suite offers its own access to the absolutely stunning backyard complete with hot tub. Amazing curb appeal with meticulous landscaping. Close proximity to Sandia Labs and Kirtland Air Force Base.





Price: $450,000
MLS#: 816678
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 3
Sq Ft: 3195
Garage Spaces: 3
Foothills Home For Sale


1509 Pinnacle View Dr NE
Albuquerque, NM 87112

Monday, June 9, 2014

Shopping In Albuquerque






Retail ventures of every size and type thrive in Albuquerque. There’s an endless variety waiting your discovery from contemporary malls to one-of-a-kind specialty stores to first-class flea markets. You’ll find it all in Albuquerque. So, grab your wallet and let’s shop ‘til we drop.

Cottonwood Mall
The long-awaited, newly constructed Cottonwood Mall on Albuquerque’s west side opened in the fall of 1996. Major anchors in the 1.2 million-square-foot facility include Dillard’s, Sears and JC Penney. A major entertainment complex, several franchised restaurants and more than a hundred specialty stores are also a part of the huge retail enterprise.

Old Town
Since 1706, Old Town has been the historic focal point and heart of our community. Today, dozens of shops, galleries and several excellent eateries surround the original town plaza. Many of the shops offer Southwestern items, such as jewelry and pottery, but there are a number of unique clothing stores and several gift shops. Hidden garden patios allow shoppers time to pause between purchases.

Nob Hill 
Old Route 66 takes a decidedly different turn as it stretches through Nob Hill near UNM. Enjoy a sophisticated and eclectic variety of stores selling everything from antiques to organic produce, designer to vintage clothes, new and used books, avantgarde housewares and unique accessories.

Indoor Mercado
The Indoor Mercado at I-40 and 12th Street NW is an all-season alternative. Vendors sell everything from fresh-baked bread and pastries to Native American Jewelry and African baskets.

Coronado Center and Winrock Mall
Located in the Uptown area just north of I-40, these two large enclosed malls sit almost across from each other on Louisiana Blvd. Both offer several major department, a wide selection of local and national familiar favorites plus food courts food courts and restaurants of every type and taste. 

NM State Fairgrounds Flea Market
Bargain hunters flock to the State Fairgrounds Flea Market on Saturdays and Sundays year-round. The outdoor marketplace brings hundreds of vendors and shoppers together in one place for a weekend of shopping fun. Admission is free, but there is a small fee for parking.

Read more about Albuquerque at www.GregLobb.com

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

1100 Rocky Point Ct (Albuquerque, New Mexico)



Tremendous FOOTHILLS location. Backing up to the OPEN SPACE PRESERVE sitting on a large lot, just steps from the hiking/biking trails. Built by OMEGA, quality is apparent everywhere. Light and bright throughout this beautiful home which offers large secondary bedrooms. The owner's suite is fabulous with it's own deck to take in the wonderful VIEWS. Delightful kitchen with Ernie Torres cabinetry, island and breakfast nook. Wine aficionados will appreciate the amazing wine cellar. Very appealing SW natural landscaping, vegetable gardens, and backyard access. Convenient to Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia Labs. Did we mention the city and mountain VIEWS? VERY NICE HOME!!!









Price: $475,000
MLS#: 815403
Bedrooms: 4
Baths: 3
Sq Ft: 2710
Garage Spaces: 3
Albuquerque Foothills Home For Sale


 
1100 Rocky Point Ct
Albuquerque, NM 87123