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Large lots surround Bellehaven Elementary in a central part of town
Bellehaven is a small neighborhood in the Northeast Heights area of Albuquerque centered around a neighborhood elementary school. It offers easy access to the center of the city via Interstate 40, major employment centers in southern Albuquerque and the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital nearby. Well-used green spaces surround the neighborhood, while larger lots and the lack of homeowner associations give residents the freedom and space to pursue their outdoor hobbies.
Stucco and brick ranch-style homes with no HOA
Bellehaven housing largely consists of ranch-style homes with a combination of stucco and slump block or traditional brick from the 1960s, ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. Homes in the lower end of the price range may be outdated or in need of repairs, though most come on grassy lots large enough for patios, garden plots and other amenities. “There’s no homeowners association (HOA) in that area, and people really like that,” says Sahar Saidi, team lead and associate broker for NM Home Deals. “Sometimes people want to park their recreational vehicles, boats or trailers, and they have more flexibility because there’s no HOA.” Splashes of green color the neighborhood when the canopies of mature trees grow back during the spring, though most front yards are neatly xeriscaped with gravel or mulch and sidewalks are bleached by the New Mexico sun.
Access to jobs in downtown, Kirtland Air Force Base and Sandia Labs
Bellehaven has convenient access to some of Albuquerque’s largest employment centers. Wyoming Boulevard stretches from north to south along the western side of the neighborhood, passing local restaurants and nearby shopping plazas. The thoroughfare runs all the way through the eastern side of the city, leading south to the Kirtland Air Force Base and the Sandia National Laboratories. Before it reaches these two regional employers, it intersects with Interstate 40, which commuters can take to downtown Albuquerque, a little over 8 miles away. A free ABQ RIDE bus stops along Wyoming Boulevard as well.
Walkable elementary school and well-rated high school
Neighborhood children can walk to Bellehaven Elementary School, which receives a C-plus from Niche and sits at the center of the community. Afterward, they may move forward to B-rated Grant Middle School before concluding their secondary education at Sandia High School, which earns an A. The high school maintains the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, as well as an Air Force Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) program. Students can participate in academic-related extracurriculars, like Model United Nations, speech and debate, mock trial and student senate, outside of the regular school day.
Playgrounds, soccer fields and neighborhood trails
The closest green space to the neighborhood is Snow Park, which has a basketball court, a soccer field and a playground. It’s also home to the Snow Park Community Center, which has before- and after-school recreation programs for local children. Farther east, a paved walking path traces the hexagonal shape of Vista Verde Park, offering views of the Sandia Mountains, which turn a deep rusty shade at sunset. To the west, Inez Park is a verdant open space with lots of leafy trees and another soccer field. “The parks are definitely very well used, especially during the spring and summer,” Saidi says. “There are playgrounds for kids and lawn chairs. Families like them, and people like to walk their pets, of course.” A trail traverses the neighborhood, eventually becoming the Embudo Trail and following the Embudo Arroyo all the way east to the Sandia Mountain foothills.
New Mexican, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines coexist
The Integrity Plaza shopping center sits along the west side of the neighborhood, where residents can enjoy a variety of cuisines. Eloy’s has served traditional New Mexican food for more than 50 years, while Café Istanbul carries Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Eastern European imported products. Shoppers can also order specialties like falafel, kebabs, dolmas, shawarma and pistachio baklava.On the northern side of the neighborhood, Garcia’s Kitchen has been providing New Mexican staples, like chicken relleno, stuffed sopapillas and carne adovada, since 1975. Its colorful interior is decorated with hot air balloons and chile peppers—two of the symbols of Albuquerque—and patrons can also purchase jarred red or green chile sauce and salsa to bring home. A Walmart Supercenter is immediately north of Bellehaven.
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Transit
Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport
20 min drive
Bus
Wyoming & Constitution
Bus
Wyoming & Aspen
Bus
Wyoming & Hannett
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bellehaven
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bellehaven Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bellehaven, Albuquerque sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bellehaven, Albuquerque over the last 12 months is $680,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Cozy Mid-Century Modern with Unique Vintage Charm!Lovingly maintained and full of character, this 2-living-area home features rare mid-century touches like an in-wall toothbrush holder, razor disposal in medicine cabinet, mail drop, and built-in foil dispenser. Enjoy a beautifully landscaped front yard and a lush backyard retreat perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Updates include a new water
Single-story in heart of Uptown. Nicely repainted, new flooring, 2 living areas, 3/br, 1.75/ba with 2 car garage. Applications required for anyone over 18 years of age. $40/per app. Tenant pays all utilities. Pets negotiable and may require additional fees. Close to hospitals, schools and uptown shopping.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,138
Median Age
46
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,825
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$89,291
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
54.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.5%
% Population in Labor Force
62%
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®
75/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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