Why Live in Bear Canyon
Bear Canyon in Albuquerque features a mix of contemporary, Pueblo-style and ranch-style homes, including many from the 1970s. Homes often include private pools, covered patios and courtyards. The neighborhood's small size means limited home listings, with prices ranging from the low $300,000s to the high $600,000s. Residents enjoy local amenities like the Arroyo del Oso Golf Course, which includes a driving range and café, and the adjacent Arroyo del Oso Park, offering a playground, soccer fields and trail access. Sister Cities Park, about a mile west, provides tennis and soccer facilities and a playground. Bear Canyon is about 8 miles from the Sandia Peak Tramway and 6 miles from Balloon Fiesta Park, known for the International Balloon Fiesta. The Cherry Hills Public Library nearby hosts various activities and children's programming. For shopping and dining, North Towne Plaza and Sycamore Plaza offer options like Whole Foods Market, HomeGoods and 5 Star Burgers. The neighborhood is walkable with sidewalks and bike lanes on Academy Road. It is conveniently located near I-25 and Paseo del Norte Boulevard, with free bus rides available through the ABQ RIDE system. Downtown Albuquerque is about 9 miles away, and Albuquerque International Sunport is 12 miles southwest. Bear Canyon students can attend schools including the highly rated Osuna Elementary, Madison Middle, and Sandia High School, as well as private institutions like Albuquerque Academy and Oak Grove Classical Academy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bear Canyon a good place to live?
Bear Canyon is a good place to live. Bear Canyon is considered car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. Bear Canyon has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $100,782 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 54.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Bear Canyon are home owners, with 25.4% of residents renting and 74.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Bear Canyon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Bear Canyon neighborhood guide.
Is Bear Canyon, NM a safe neighborhood?
Bear Canyon, NM is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Bear Canyon?
The median home price in Bear Canyon is $400,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Bear Canyon. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Bear Canyon is $101K.
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Home Trends in Bear Canyon, NM
On average, homes in Bear Canyon, Albuquerque sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bear Canyon, Albuquerque over the last 12 months is $396,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$396,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$401,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$315,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median List Price
$400,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%