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A Rio Grande trading post-turned-cultural center
Since the Spanish put down roots in Albuquerque in the early 18th-century, the city has grown from a dusty trading post along the Rio Grande into New Mexico’s most populated metro area. Named after Francisco Fernández de la Cueva Enríquez, the Duke of Albuquerque, the city’s early 1700s Spanish roots are still visible in the pueblo-style architecture, flat roofs and adobe walls. Many locals still call it “Duke City,” and, in classic Colonial Spanish fashion, Old Town was built around San Felipe de Neri Church, which dates all the way back to the 1700s. A stretch of the famous U.S. Route 66 runs through the city, blending 1950s Americana with a centuries-old European flair. According to Jennifer Wilson, who’s amassed nearly 30 years of real estate experience in the Albuquerque area, “The past is still very much alive downtown.” Recent revitalization efforts have been put into Route 66 staples like the El Vado Motel, and driving down Central Avenue can feel a bit like time travel.
Downtown Albuquerque at sunset with the Sandia Mountains and a moonrise in the distance.
San Felipe de Neri Church has been a long standing icon for the Downtown Area.
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20th-century investment properties and million-dollar estates
In the Downtown Area, home styles and prices vary dramatically. Prospective buyers will find two-bedroom Queen Anne cottages and Craftsman homes starting at $350,000, classic, adobe-style architecture in gated communities, historic condo units for upwards of $400,000 and sprawling contemporary estates for close to $1 million. Plenty of downtown homes have been preserved from the first half of the 20th century and, depending on condition, can range from $200,000 investment properties to $500,000-dollar updated homes.
Downtown Area homes are mostly custom and you can see influences from styles like Mediterranean.
The Downtown Area offers a tranquil oasis of earth-toned homes and desert landscaping.
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Bilingual education in Albuquerque public schools
Students in the downtown area can attend public schools like Lew Wallace Elementary, which received a C-plus from the educational review site, Niche, Washington Middle School, which has a C and Albuquerque High School (AHS), awarded a B-plus. AHS students receive a bilingual education, and Spanish Language Arts and English Language Arts Departments are combined. AP classes are offered in Spanish. Downtown Area is also home to several charter options, including Amy Biehl Charter High School, which received an A-minus from Niche.
Pictured is Albuquerque High School's track and football field with downtown behind it.
Downtown Area is home to Amy Biehl Charter High School, which received an A-minus from Niche.
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Street tacos and ramen downtown
Residents in Downtown Area, Albuquerque are a walk away from Mexican street tacos, New York-style pizza and Fried Kool-Aid Pickles (a specialty at Indian Pueblo Kitchen). Located on Central Avenue, 505 Central Food Hall is home to nine local vendors, including Naruto Ramen, which serves up Japanese-style ramen and humble coffee, popular for its locally-roasted brews and fresh donuts. Just a few blocks away, Cecilia’s Cafe is known for its red chile and fresh Chicharrón. Or, for even more options, check out Sawmill Market, a warehouse-turned-food court on Bellamah Avenue.
505 Central Food Hall is located on Central (History RT 66) and is home to nine local vendors.
Check out Sawmill Market, a warehouse-turned-food court on Bellamah Avenue near downtown.
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Zoo animals, natural history and nightlife
Located downtown beside the Rio Grande, The ABQ BioPark Zoo is home to a Malayan Tiger, elephants and a snow leopard. Or, on persistently hot days, head to the nearby Rio Grande Pool for swim lessons, water aerobics or a casual afternoon of splashing around. It’s open to the public for a small fee. The New Mexico Museum of Natural History hosts planetarium shows and 21-plus adult nights (which usually involve dancing). On date night, stop by the KiMo Theater to watch screenings of old Hollywood films or touring musicals. Wilson also recommends walking along Central Avenue on Friday and Saturday nights. “A couple of blocks are roped off for pedestrians, and you’ll hear the sound of live music coming from bars and restaurants,” she says.
Take a journey down the Rio Grande to the Gulf of Mexico and beyond at the ABQ BioPark Aquarium.
Experience culture and history at the KiMo Theatre, an iconic landmark in the Downtown Area.
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Peace and quiet at Tingley Beach or Sasebo Japanese Gardens
Although residents enjoy proximity to grocery stores, boutique shopping and restaurant openings, outdoor spaces like Tingley Beach and Sasebo Japanese Garden make it possible to escape the sound of sirens and car radios. Located next to the Rio Grande Bosque, Tingley Beach offers walking trails, picnic tables and fishing. “After the Colorado snow melts in the Spring and Summer months, the river is full. You’ll see a lot of fishing and kayaking and rafting,” says Wilson. In nearby Sasebo Gardens, which spans four acres, find a koi pond, waterfall and flora native to both Japan and New Mexico. Kids also enjoy the playground at Mary Fox Park and live music at the Robinson Park farmer’s market, which runs every Saturday from April until November.
Located next to the Rio Grande Bosque, Tingley Beach offers trails, picnic tables and fishing.
The lush Sasebo Japanese Gardens span four acres, and features a koi pond and waterfall.
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Transportation: ABQ ride, Amtrak, Greyhounds and direct flights
Albuquerque’s rapid bus line (ART) carries residents along Central Avenue (which used to be Route 66), stopping at city attractions like BioPark and Main Library. From Alvarado Transportation Center, locals can book tickets on Amtrak’s Southwest Chief train or the Rail Runner Express, a commuter line that runs all the way from Santa Fe to Belen. From Alvarado Transportation Center, Albuquerquians can also hop onboard a Greyhound to New York City along U.S. Route 40 — granted, it will take over 50 hours... Just 7 miles south of Old Town, Downtown Area residents can quickly access Albuquerque International Sunport, which offers direct flights to over 20 destinations.
The ART bus provides transportation services throughout the Downtown Area in style.
Rail Runner Express serves Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Los Lunas and more.
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Medical care at Presbyterian Hospital
Located on Central Avenue Downtown, Presbyterian Hospital is a non-profit facility that specializes in heart health, women’s health, children’s health and neuroscience care. For most Downtown Area residents, it’s a few minutes away via car or bus — some can even walk to their appointments.
Located on Central Avenue Downtown, Presbyterian Hospital is a non-profit hospital.
Presbyterian Hospital is located on Central Avenue near downtown Albuquerque.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,817
Median Age
42
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,768
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,693
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
48.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
6''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
87/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
83/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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