Academy Acres North, in Albuquerque's Northeast Heights, is just east of Interstate 25, which provides convenient travel and commuting options. There are retail areas on either side of the highway corridor. "It's an older neighborhood known for being by the golf course," says Leigh-Jo Anzures, a qualifying broker with Syan Real Estate. Views of the Sandia Mountains are a highlight of living in the northeast.
In the southwestern part of the neighborhood, near the intersection of San Mateo Boulevard Northeast and Academy Road Northeast, there's a variety of retail. Stores include Jackalope Albuquerque for home goods, What Goes Around consignment boutique and a Petco. Sprouts Farmers Market is here for groceries. Restaurants include breakfast chain the Village Inn, Trombino's Bistro Italiano and Budai Gourmet for Taiwanese dishes. In addition, numerous restaurants, a Whole Foods Market, a Walmart Supercenter, a Smith's supermarket and a movie theater are located in shopping centers within several miles of Academy Acres North.
People visit Sister Cities Park to play tennis and soccer and for the playground. The Arroyo del Oso Golf Course is southeast of the neighborhood. The facility opened in 1965 and has a driving range, a café and lessons by reservation. Adjacent to the course, Arroyo del Oso Park has a playground, sports amenities and trail access. Several miles to the north, North Domingo Baca Park is the site of The Heights Summerfest, part of the city's concert series.
The mountains are nearby, so hiking and other outdoor recreation are popular. Sandia Peak Tramway, the longest aerial tramway in the Americas, is about 8 miles away. Skiing is available seasonally from Sandia Crest.
Academy Acres North's residential streets have sidewalks, and thoroughfares like Academy Road Northeast have bike lanes. On the west side of the neighborhood, there's Interstate 25. Roads running parallel to the interstate include the Pan American Freeway, and to the north, is State Route 423, also called Paseo del Norte Boulevard Northeast.
Albuquerque's public transportation includes the free bus system, ABQ RIDE. It's about 8 miles southwest to downtown Albuquerque and the Alvarado Transportation Center. From downtown, commuters can take Rio Metro's New Mexico Rail Runner Express. Amtrak is also available. Albuquerque International Sunport is about 11 miles south of Academy Acres North.
Many of the single-family homes in Academy Acres North are ranch-style houses from the 1970s. "They have traditional brick veneer or stucco," Anzures says. Prices range from the $300,000s to the $500,000s. Multicar garages are standard, and some homes have private pools, patios or courtyards. Other options include 1980s to 1990s townhouses, some of which are in the Villa Encantada community, close to the golf course. Townhouses are typically in the mid $200,000s to mid $300,000s.
Arroyo Del Oso Elementary School earns a B grade from Niche. Cleveland Middle School receives a B-plus, and Del Norte High School has a B. Plus, Albuquerque Public Schools offers magnet schools with application-based enrollment.
Cherry Hills Public Library is located at Barstow Street Northeast and Harper Drive Northeast. Community programming includes a mystery book group, chess club and technology help. Children's activities include story times, Crafty Club and Read to the Dogs, which has trained therapy dogs in the audience. Other community sites close to the neighborhood are the North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center and the Ronald Gardenswartz Jewish Community Center of Greater Albuquerque.
The most well-attended event in Albuquerque is the International Balloon Fiesta, held in October at Balloon Fiesta Park, about 5 miles northwest of Academy Acres North. The park also hosts various events throughout the year.
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| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Academy Acres North | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
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A golf course community in north-central Albuquerque
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Blend of single-family homes, apartments and condos around a hospital and retail
