Welcome to North Albuquerque Acres
North Albuquerque Acres is an expansive neighborhood anchored by Ventura on the west and Tennyson on the east. It offers residents the luxuries of near-city living in a semi-rural setting. There are many open spaces, and zoning for semi-rural areas within the neighborhood allows homeowners to have horses in some areas.
Many North Albuquerque homes offer spectacular views of the Sandia Mountains. While the neighborhood is primarily residential, there are a few businesses and amenities in town. Many residents are attracted to the area for the great schools and close-knit community. There are also multiple dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Residents who love the outdoors appreciate the scenic trails, campgrounds, hiking trails, and over 1.5 million acres of trees, meadows, and mountains.
What to Love
Local Lifestyle
North Albuquerque Acres may be the place for you if you want to live in a neighborhood with the perfect blend of city and rural living. It's a quiet neighborhood located about 20-minutes from Downtown Albuquerque. It offers modern, Southwestern, and Pueblo homes with lovely views of the Sandia Mountains.
Residents have access to endless outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing during the winter, riding the tram for gorgeous mountain views, and exploring wildlife areas. This neighborhood features parks, trails, festivals, and family-friendly activities.
Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping
Flying Star Cafe is one of the city's most famous cafés, which you can find near Paseo Del Norte and Wyoming. This restaurant offers unique dishes and fine cuisine. It has an extensive menu of tasty dishes, including seasonal specials, breakfasts, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and desserts. It’s also pet friendly!
Vintage 423 is perfect for family, business, romance, and celebration. This restaurant has everything you're craving, from handcrafted cocktails to fine dining made with farm-fresh ingredients. Head to Pizzeria Luca for classic Italian cuisine and an extensive selection of wine and beer. If you’re looking for delicious tea, try Starry Moon, which offers delicious, fresh, customizable boba tea, fruit tea, lattes, matcha, and more.
Riding the Sandia PeakTramway for mountain views is a great way to spend a few hours. You can ride up 10,378 feet to the crest of the Sandia Mountains and enjoy some great food, photos, hiking, or skiing. You can also head to Sandia Golf Club, whose course is designed for players of all skill levels. The golf club also features a fully stocked golf shop, a restaurant, and a bar with an outdoor patio.
Things to Do
Most residents take advantage of the recreation opportunities in North Albuquerque Acres. These include riding the Sandia Peak Tram to Ten 3 at the top for a hearty meal and biking and walking in North Domingo Baca Park. Others enjoy hiking and getting close to nature at La Luz Hiking Trail.
Locals get together during the annual Albuquerque Summerfest, a concert series that features food, music, and flair. The event brings together local artists, businesses, and residents from all over the city, who come to sample fresh food truck cuisine, enjoy free entertainment, buy handcrafted items, and drink local beer. There are also plenty of activities for kids to indulge in.
Schools
The community is home to great schools from elementary to high school. Enroll your kids in quality schools such as:
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Double Eagle Elementary School
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North Star Elementary School
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Altura Preparatory School
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La Cueva High School