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Academy Acres North

Academy Acres North

Neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Bernalillo County 87109

$355,010 Average Value
$214 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

Living in Northeast ABQ near shopping and the interstate

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.

Ranch-style homes and townhouses in North Albuquerque

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.

Sister Cities Park, Arroyo del Oso Golf Course, Summerfest

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.

Arroyo Del Oso Elementary, Cleveland Middle and Del Norte High

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 and other community sites

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.

I-25 on the west, buses on ABQ RIDE, flights from Sunport

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.

Stores and restaurants around Academy Acres North

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.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Albuquerque International Sunport

28 min drive

Bus

San Mateo & Academy

Bus

Wyoming & San Antonio

Bus

San Mateo & Pan American

Crime and Safety

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

Academy Acres North Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$349,700
Median Sale Price
$343,169
Median Single Family Sale Price
$343,084
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$391,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$191,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
79
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,314
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
2017
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,651
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,750
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
971
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
696
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

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    $250,000

    • 2 Beds
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    • 1,011 Sq Ft
    • 29 Calle Playa Del Sol NE

    OPEN SAT 6/14 1-3 PM. Tucked away in the highly sought NE Heights, this adorable townhome, with an attached two car garage, is ready for its new owners. This beautifully updated home offers two spacious bedrooms, 2 baths, 1011 square ft, with an open layout, perfect for entertaining. There are several updates and upgrades including AC refrigerated air, some flooring (2022), range/oven (2022) and

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,059
Median Age
43
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$61,077
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,555

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.4%
College Graduates
43.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

78 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

25 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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