Albuquerque NM Lifestyle and Real Estate

Albuquerque is one of the most unique cities in the country. From the humidity-free, year round sunshine to the amazing scenic views, living in Albuquerque offers its residents good health and an inspiring, peaceful co-existence with nature and local wildlife.

Home buyers can choose from traditional neighborhoods, gated luxury homes, downtown high-rise condos that are convenient to everything, retirement and golfing communities, or friendly family streets with excellent schools and convenient shopping. We can help you find the piece of Albuquerque real estate your lifestyle and budget requires. This is our hometown and we know it from top to bottom!

The historic Rio Grande River divides our city right down the middle. From a population of no more than 5000 in the late 1800's, Albuquerque boasts more than 550,000 residents now, and makes up about half of the population of the state of New Mexico. New Mexico ranks 12th in the nation for growth as well, largely due to climate and a diverse culture. Albuquerque is the state's center of tourism with its mountains for ski-lovers, the river for water-sports, and history-rich museums.

Originally a sheep-herding area, the arrival of the railroad brought miners to the west that fueled a demand for wool and later, the largest railroad repair facility in the midwest. Immigrants settled Albuquerque in scores, with Pueblo Indians, Hispanics, Europeans, and Chinese populations flourishing in the area. With the diverse cultures blending together, Albuquerque became a unique combination of them all. Homes in Albuquerque likewise show a blend of these cultural elements, offering housing for every taste.

Albuquerque's Honors

According to the Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, the city has top rankings in many categories.
Here's a list of bragging rights that's hard to beat!

• Top Ten in the Nation for Health - Outside Magazine 2009 
• One of the Best Cities in the US - Kiplinger 2009 
• Top Ten Places to Live - US News and World Report 2009 
• Top Five Dog Friendly Cities - Men's Health Magazine 2007 
• Top 10 Cities for Making Movies - MovieMaker Magazine 2007 
• First Place - Best Cities for Business and Careers - Forbes 2006 
• Third Place - Kiplinger's Smart Places to Live in 2006 
• A City of Good Work and Life Balance - Yahoo 2005 
• Best Community for Young People - Newsweek 2005 

Places to See in Albuquerque

• Old Town, Albuquerque
• Albuquerque Biological Park & Aquarium
• Indian Pueblo Culteral Center
• New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
• Rio Grande Nature Center State Park
• Rio Grande Zoo
• Sandia Peak Tramway
• The University of New Mexico

Be sure to see the lights of Albuquerque and 16 miles of high desert from the top of Sandia Peak at sunset, and catch the last rays glowing along the Rio Grande as it winds through the city.

Homes in Albuquerque - Favorite Communities

See our pages for each of these communities and browse through the Albuquerque real estate listings in each!

• North Valley Homes
• Ridgecrest Homes
• Albuquerque Acres West
• North Albuquerque Acres
• High Desert Homes
• Tanoan Country Club Homes
• Sandia Heights Homes
• Glenwood Hills Homes
• Corrales Real Estate
• Rio Rancho Real Estate

We think Albuquerque is one of the best places to live, work, and play. If you're new to the area, we invite you to explore our neighborhoods, attractions, museums and special events. A great place to visit on the web is the Official City of Albuquerque Website.

Better yet, drop by and let The Albuquerque Real Estate Group show you what Southwestern hospitality is all about!

Homes in Albuquerque New Mexico