Santa Fe is a magical town filled with a rich and spirited history. Santa Fe means "Holy Faith," and I have faith that after reading this, you will want to live there. It’s no wonder that travelers from around...
Welcome to the village of Corrales! This quaint town (population 8,584 as of 2021) was incorporated in 1971 granting its residents in the community more control over things like zoning, land use, and local governance. You’ll notice that safety...
Rio Rancho and Bernalillo are found on the far north end of Albuquerque and are considered part of the Albuquerque metropolitan area. They have a lot to offer families while still being close to big city amenities.
Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho...
Like Bugs Bunny, if you "take a left turn at Albuquerque" on I-25 headed south . . . you will find yourself in the village of Los Lunas just 20 miles south of Albuquerque.
About five years ago we took...
Belén is located in the Rio Grande Valley 35 miles south of Albuquerque in Valencia County. The moderate temperatures and the Rio Grande River create lush vegetative areas, similar to Albuquerque's Bosque. The community takes great pride in their...
I’m a “mountain girl” having had the privilege of growing up in the mountains east of Albuquerque, the “East Mountains.” I’ve lived in Sandia Park, Cedar Crest, Tijeras, and Carnuel. Businesses have expanded and communities have grown, but what...
Albuquerque's North Valley provides a wonderful break from the fast-paced city life with many streets lined with towering cottonwood trees. Properties are conducive to urban farming and outdoor hobbies. I remember the very first time I experienced the North...
Northeast Albuquerque is a highly sought-after place to live in the Albuquerque Metro due to its close proximity and ease of access to much of the city. The Northeast Heights is anything north of I-40 and east of I-25....
To me, Southeast Albuquerque is home. It's full of hidden gems, and it's so close to the mountains while still being close to the amenities of the city.
General Neighborhood Info
The SE area is one of the most diverse areas...
When we moved to Albuquerque over five years ago, we started house hunting right away.
Our Airbnb was booked for only two months, so we had a short window of time to find the perfect house. We quickly realized the...
The Southwest quadrant of Albuquerque, according to the USPS definition, is south of Central Avenue and west of the railroad tracks. The most conventual understanding of this quadrant is south of I-40 and west of I-25. Burqueños refer to...
Twenty years ago I moved to Albuquerque to attend the University of New Mexico, and the University/Nob Hill area became my home for a decade. It is a place where you can truly experience the heart of the city...
There are many studies that show that learning a language is easiest during early childhood and provides the child cognitive advantages. Preschools and elementary schools across the country have taken these findings and have begun to implement foreign language...
With fall officially arriving, so do all our favorite events that we look forward to every year. The cooler days mean more outdoor fun, pumpkin everything, and a calendar full of autumn memories awaiting us. Check out what is...