$295,650Average Value$223Average Price per Sq Ft27Homes For Sale
Suburban neighborhood with nearby conveniences and mountain views
Set about 7 miles east of downtown Albuquerque, the suburban Fairgrounds neighborhood offers easy access to shopping, dining and the University of New Mexico with Sandia Mountain views. Home to over 16,000 people, “the neighborhood’s a mix of singles, families and older crowds, who like being near malls with quick access to major companies like Amazon and Facebook,” says Michael McCracken, an experienced Associate Broker with Keller Williams Riverside. “The movie and TV industries are getting big here now because of the tax incentives; Breaking Bad was filmed not too far from here.” Residents can walk or take short drives to family-owned restaurants, or hit up nearby parks; family-friendly events happen year-round.
Embrace life in Fairground, Albuquerque's inviting neighborhood.
Fairgrounds residents enjoy a game of pickle ball at Manazano Mesa Pickle Ball courts.
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Ranch- and Craftsman-style homes on small lots
Sidewalk-lined streets offer midcentury ranch- and Pueblo Revival-style homes, built between the 1950s and 1985, and range from $200,000 to $350,000. Many sit on up to quarter-acre lots, featuring earth-toned stucco exteriors, flat roofs and driveways leading to two-car garages; some have paved pathways extending from sidewalks to front doors, with front and back yards enclosed by metal or wooden fences. Toward the southern end, pockets of newly constructed Craftsman-style homes built between the early-2010s and the present start at $390,000, and folks can walk or bike along sidewalks.
You can see a diverse amount of home styles around Fairgrounds.
Single story homes are most commonly found around Fairgrounds.
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Albuquerque district schools
Students can attend Albuquerque district schools like Mark Twain Elementary, which earns a B-minus from Niche, then continue to C-rated Hayes Middle. According to Auto Body News, in early 2024, B-minus-rated Highland High announced it’ll launch an auto body certification program beginning fall of 2024, offering a $1,000 stipend to students who complete the pilot program.
Discover excellence in education at Mark Twain Elementary in Albuquerque.
Highland High is a public school in the Fairground area.
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Ball fields, a gravel trail and casino
Set south of Interstate 40, Jerry Cline Park offers soccer fields and tennis courts, as well as a playground for youngsters; locals can walk the roughly 1-mile gravel-packed trail that loops around the park here, or bike the northern path toward the Winrock Town Center shopping mall. Known locally as Albuquerque Downs, the Downs Racetrack & Casino roughly a mile south mixes annual horse races and blackjack with fine dining, plus live music and karaoke at the First Turn Lounge inside the casino.
Friends gather for a beautiful day of tennis at Jerry Cline Tennis Center.
The Casino At the Downs located on the Fairgrounds for residents looking to play slots or cards.
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Chicken pot pies, coffee and peppers
To the northwest, country-themed signs adorn the walls of family-owned Christy Mae’s Restaurant, serving “Albuquerque turkey, chicken pot pies with corn bread and chicken salad since 1982,” says owner Larry Ashby, who’s been in the restaurant business for 45 years. “We can feed a family of 4 for about $40 since we only charge $2.99 for kids under 12; we try to help folks out here as best we can.” Further west, residents can refuel with an espresso from Humble Coffee Company, then peruse Nordstrom Rack at the Winrock Town Center shopping mall 2 miles north, before reaching Smith’s for groceries. Across from Smith’s is Sichler Farms, an outdoor market kiosk featuring hot roasted green chiles and hanging clusters of spicy peppers, open from August through October.
Experience a taste of tradition and innovation at Christy Mae's Restaurant in Fairgrounds.
Christy Mae's Restaurant is a local favorite.
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Barrel racing, Jiu Jitsu and a farmers market
Fairgrounds is home to the 236-acre Expo New Mexico, a multi-use entertainment and events facility. Every September, locals watch barrel races and bull riding before listening to top recording country artists at the New Mexico State Fair, as well as hit up their year-round outdoor flea market. Jiu Jitsu Championships are held at the Expo’s Manuel Lujan Jr. Exhibit Complex, while the Watercolor Society takes place in the Fine Arts Building. Two miles north, locals can stock up on fresh veggies at the Alvarado Park farmers market throughout the spring and fall; vendors also sell handmade crafts and jewelry.
Some vendors at the Expo New Mexico Flea Market sell fresh fruits and veggies.
Tingley Coliseum is a popular venue that calls the Fairgrounds area home.
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Accessible interstate, public buses and bike lanes
Lomas, Louisiana and San Mateo Boulevards are the neighborhood’s main thoroughfares, and locals can travel the roughly 7 miles west to downtown Albuquerque via Lomas Boulevard or Interstate 40; rush hour commute times average up to 15 minutes. Albuquerque RIDE buses take residents into downtown and neighboring communities, while bike lanes straddle Fairgrounds’ eastern border. The Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital is roughly 2 miles northeast, and the city’s airport, Albuquerque International Sunport, is about 7 miles southwest.
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Parks in this Area
Tom Bolack Dog Park
Dog Park
Mesa Verde Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Workers Memorial Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Alvarado Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Fox Memorial Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Jerry Cline Park
Bike Trails
Tennis
Trails
The Worker's Memorial Park
Tingley Coliseum
The Mesa Verde Park and Community Center
Transit
Airport
Albuquerque International Sunport
16 min drive
Bus
Lomas & Tennessee
Bus
Central & Valencia
Bus
Lomas & La Veta
Bus
Louisiana & Copper
Bus
Lomas & Louisiana
Bus
Central & Mesilla
Bus
Central & Pennsylvania
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fairgrounds
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fairgrounds Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fairgrounds, Albuquerque sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairgrounds, Albuquerque over the last 12 months is $433,725, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
15,332
Median Age
41
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,101
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,031
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
Advanced Degrees
14.4%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
