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Taylor Ranch

Taylor Ranch

$385,378 Average Value
$208 Average Price per Sq Ft
44 Homes For Sale

Easy commuting and views of the city from Taylor Ranch

Taylor Ranch is a small suburban community across the Rio Grande from downtown Albuquerque. Its well-maintained homes are perched at a comfortable remove from the main city. “It’s very centrally located on Albuquerque’s west side,” says Realtor Michael McCracken of Keller Williams. “It has easy access to the major river crossings, and it’s sort of sandwiched between Coors and Unser boulevards, which are the two main highways of the west side. It’s kind of small, but you can get anywhere you need to be quickly, and it’s elevated, so when you’re driving toward east Albuquerque, you get a perfect view of the river, the city and the Sandia Mountains. Not every house has a view like that, but everyone who lives in the area gets it when they make their commute.”

The Bosque is a cottonwood forest along the Rio Grande that’s popular for biking and running.
The Bosque is a cottonwood forest along the Rio Grande that’s popular for biking and running.
Taylor Ranch is a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood just seven miles from downtown ABQ.
Taylor Ranch is a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood just seven miles from downtown ABQ.
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Modern Traditional homes are well kept and feature a mix of styles

The winding suburban streets of Taylor Ranch are speckled with Modern Traditional homes built primarily in the early 2010s. Lots are often large enough to accommodate small backyard patios or in-ground pools. Many front lawns are xeriscaped with plants acclimated to the high-desert climate. “The homes are all a little bit older, but they’re well maintained,” McCracken says. “There’s a good mix of styles. My aunt lives there in a red brick ranch-style house, but there are also the more traditional Southwestern homes with stucco siding.” Prices typically range from $225,000 to $850,000, depending on build year and size, plus a few outliers above $1 million. Townhouses in the area can sell for $215,000 to $550,000.

There are several stucco homes with southwest architectural influence in Taylor Ranch.
There are several stucco homes with southwest architectural influence in Taylor Ranch.
Taylor Ranch residents enjoy a wide variety of home styles and prices.
Taylor Ranch residents enjoy a wide variety of home styles and prices.
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Volcano Vista High offers Air Force JROTC program

Students in Taylor Ranch are zoned to Albuquerque Public Schools, which receive an overall B grade from Niche. Nearby institutions include Chamiza Elementary and L.B. Johnson Middle, both rated B-plus. Volcano Vista High receives an A-minus and offers an Air Force JROTC program for eligible students. School choice in APS is supported by magnet pathways, open enrollment and transfer requests. Most transfers are based on capacity, although magnet admissions typically involve a lottery system.

Chamiza Elementary School is located in north Taylor Ranch.
Chamiza Elementary School is located in north Taylor Ranch.
Westside students can attend B-rated L.B. Johnson Middle School.
Westside students can attend B-rated L.B. Johnson Middle School.
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Nearby parks have playgrounds, baseball fields and dog friendly spaces

Parks around the Taylor Ranch Public Library include Santa Fe Village Park, which offers open green space, a small playground and a dog park. On the other side of the neighborhood, Mariposa Basin Park hosts the Petroglyph Little League at its five baseball diamonds. The Rio Grande is another popular source of outdoor recreation. “You can be at the Paseo del Bosque Trail within 5 minutes,” McCracken says. “The trail is maintained by the county. People use it for hiking, biking and even horseback riding.”

Santa Fe Village Park features a large grass area.
Santa Fe Village Park features a large grass area.
Mariposa Basin Park has several fields for sports.
Mariposa Basin Park has several fields for sports.
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Coors Boulevard connects residents to grocery stores and the mall

Residents can choose between Albertsons, Sprouts and Keller’s for groceries just across Coors Boulevard. “Coors is also the best way to get to Cottonwood Mall,” McCracken says. “That trip takes anywhere between 5 and 7 minutes most of the time.” Cottonwood Mall is home to over 160 restaurants and retailers, and its surrounding shopping centers host a Costco, a Walmart Supercenter and a Sam’s Club. Popular eateries in the neighborhood include K Style Kitchen and the Westside location of Jinja Bar and Bistro.

Locals can head to K Style Kitchen for Korean food.
Locals can head to K Style Kitchen for Korean food.
Sam’s Club is a 15-minute drive away.
Sam’s Club is a 15-minute drive away.
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Montaño Road and Coors Boulevard are major neighborhood thoroughfares

The main commuter highway for Taylor Ranch cuts through the midsection of the community. “The neighborhood has easy access to Montaño Road, which is a major lane for crossing the Rio Grande into northeast Albuquerque,” McCracken says. “It’s also close to Coors Boulevard, which is the main thoroughfare of the Westside. From Coors, you can get to Interstate 40 or to your major shopping centers and restaurants.” I-40 is also the quickest way to the Albuquerque International Sunport.

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Airport

Albuquerque International Sunport

36 min drive

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Taylor Ranch US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Taylor Ranch Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$375,000
Median Sale Price
$360,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$363,999
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$422,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
299
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
6,993
Number of Homes for Sale
44
Median Year Built
2012
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,120
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,060
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

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    $357,500

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,920 Sq Ft
    • 4500 Samara Rd NW

    HUGE PRICE REDUCTION & SELLER IS OFFERING $2500 IN BUYERS CLOSING COSTS ASSIST WITH ACCEPTABLE OFFER. JUST IN TIME FOR THE NEW YEAR. Move in ready and perfectly situated on a desirable corner lot. Former model - showcasing quality features and added comfort with a finished, heated/cooled garage. Backyard access thru wrought iron gates with an RV pad, for extra parking/recreational needs. Relax

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
24,428
Median Age
44
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$91,483
Above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$106,072

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
41.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
19%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
6''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

23 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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