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Summit Park is close to UNM's North Campus and Nob Hill
Summit Park, which has a community park by the same name, is an Albuquerque neighborhood close to the University of New Mexico's North Campus, which includes the UNM Hospital. It's less than a mile to the trendy retail district Nob Hill, which is off Central Avenue. "Nob Hill tends to be more urban because it's near a busy street. If you extend north and south, it's all considered the 'UNM Area,'" says Kim Kiegel, an associate broker with eXp Realty.
Discover the solid charm of brick ranch style homes in Summit Park, offering timeless appeal and comfort.
Find your ideal home in the lovely Summit Park neighborhood, known for its well-kept properties and inviting ambiance.
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Homes in Summit Park date to the 1940s through the 1970s
Most of Summit Park's homes were built from the 1940s to the '70s. "They have character. The architecture tends to be Pueblo style or sometimes Territorial style," says Kiegel. Pueblo-style homes have stucco walls, flat roofs and timbering. Territorial-style homes have similar exteriors and roofing, but may include Greek Revival features like square columns, pillars and the use of brick. There are also bungalows, split levels and ramblers in the neighborhood. Prices range from the $300,000s to $700,000s. Townhouses off Indian School Road Northeast have hovered in the $200,000s.
Summit Park features lovely homes showcasing the traditional Territorial design and unique character.
Experience the ultimate in personalized, spacious living with a custom built ranch home in Summit Park.
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The Summit Park Neighborhood Association is an active group
The Summit Park Neighborhood Association (SPNA) is run by a board of directors and welcomes residents to participate in meetings and events. "Summit Park has the best community. It's just a really wonderful community, and we all care about our properties and our neighbors," says Kiegel, who is a resident. "The neighborhood association plans fun events: We have such a great time at Coffee in the Park." Other events include summer and fall block parties, a community-wide garage sale and the Jack O Lantern Glow, held at Summit Park.
The Wellness Wednesdays Growers Market offers a relaxing yoga class for community members.
The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is held each year about 15 minutes away from Snow Heights.
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Community parks in the neighborhood and a golf course at UNM
Centrally located, Summit Park has a playground, basketball hoop and picnic tables. To the south, near Lomas Boulevard Northeast, Bataan Memorial Park commemorates WWII veterans, including those who settled in the neighborhood, with a stone memorial. The park also has picnic tables, open space and large shade trees. UNM's North Golf Course has a 9-hole course and daily tee times. It offers discounted rates for UNM students and staff, and other groups.
McDuffie Park offers a serene setting for reading, with ample shade and a tranquil atmosphere for Summit Park residents.
Hyder Park provides a fantastic area for active living and dog friendly enjoyment near Summit Park.
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Family-owned restaurants in the neighborhood; grocery stores nearby
Among the family-owned restaurants in the neighborhood is Lucky Boy, which serves burgers and Chinese food. The owners have supported the SPNA by donating fortune cookies for the Jack O Lantern Glow. Other spots include Padilla's Mexican Kitchen and Vegos, which specializes in vegan New Mexican cuisine. A Smith's grocery store and Whole Foods Market are east of Carlisle Boulevard Northeast.
Padilla’s Mexican Kitchen offers delicious traditional dishes, a true taste of Mexico for Summit Park residents.
Summit Park residents benefit from the accessibility of Smith's Market for all their needs.
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Montezuma Elementary, Jefferson Middle and Albuquerque High
Montezuma Elementary School is in the north part of the neighborhood and earns a C-plus grade from Niche. Montezuma joins other Albuquerque public elementary schools in October to participate in Albuquerque Aloft with the Balloon Fiesta Kick-Off event. Montezuma also holds a Fall Festival with carnival games, a pumpkin-decorating contest and activities for the whole family.
Jefferson Middle School is at the south end of the neighborhood, and Albuquerque High School is several miles west. Both middle and high schools receive A-minus grades. The Albuquerque Public Schools district also has a variety of magnet schools, with enrollment by application.
Educational opportunities abound at Montezuma Elementary School.
Jefferson Middle School provides a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.
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The neighborhood has bus stops and is close to two interstates
Summit Park is a walkable neighborhood with a mostly gridded layout, sidewalks and short blocks. The free bus system ABQ Ride has stops on streets like Lomas Boulevard Northeast and Indian School Road Northeast. Interstates 25 and 40 meet a few miles northwest of Summit Park. The Alvarado Transportation Center downtown is about 4 miles away. Commuter rail is available on the Rio Metro New Mexico Rail Runner Express, and Amtrak service is also available. Albuquerque International Sunport, the region's airport, is about 6 miles south of Summit Park.
Summit Park residents enjoy convenient access to ABQ Ride public transportation for easy travel around Albuquerque.
The nearby Rail Runner provides Summit Park residents with a stress free way to explore beyond Albuquerque.
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Crime and Safety
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Sexual Assault
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Assault with Weapon
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Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Summit Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Summit Park, Albuquerque sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Summit Park, Albuquerque over the last 12 months is $407,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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