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A comfortable suburb on the northwest of Albuquerque
Tierra Oeste is one of the last suburban neighborhoods between Albuquerque and the sandy expanse of the western mesa. It is perched north of the major east-west highway of the area, giving residents a lifeline to the city while at a comfortable remove. “It feels a bit like Southern California, just without the price tag,” says Broker Jeff Griffin with Century 21 Camco Realty, who has over 10 years of experience in the area. “It’s a newer neighborhood on the northwest side of Albuquerque, and things just feel a lot more relaxed here than they do in other places. It’s not the kind of place where people care about pedigree or status. It’s a comfortable part of town in a rather beautiful area, and I think that, plus a compressed commute time, makes for a comfortable assimilation to the neighborhood, no matter where you’re from.”
The South Point Trailhead leads to the Petroglyph National Monument, where parkgoers can wander miles of trails and view hundreds of ancient Native American carvings in the volcanic stone.
Its position on the edges of the desert and the city makes Tierra Oeste a quiet, comfortable suburban enclave on the high mesa.
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Modern homes with Pueblo features and Spanish tile roofs
Ranch-style homes and Modern Traditional builds dominate the neighborhood’s loping residential streets. “A lot of houses in the Tierra Oeste area were built after 2000,” Griffin says. “Most of them have stucco siding, which can take a bit of adjustment if you’re used to cedar or other wooden siding. But any exterior wood does not do well in the high desert. Stucco is much more resistant to the dry wind and the sunshine.” Single- and two-story houses often sit side-by-side, many boasting Spanish tile roofs. Others feature Pueblo-inspired architecture, giving the community a distinctly Southwestern atmosphere. Prices range from $275,000 to almost $560,000 depending on square footage, number of bedrooms and build year.The CAP Index crime score in Tierra Oeste is 2 out of 10, which is lower compared to the national average of 4.
Most homes in Tierra Oeste feature tile roofs.
Many homes in Tierra Oeste feature flat roofs and stucco exteriors.
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Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative earns solid marks
The neighborhood is zoned for Tres Volcanes Community Collaborative School, a K-through-8 institution, which is at the western end of the community and earns a B grade from Niche. Students may also attend Tony Hillerman Middle, which scores an A-minus. West Mesa High is the closest public high school, receiving a C-plus.
The Petroglyph National Monument is within walking distance
Parkgoers can access a piece of ancient American history via the South Point Trailhead on the west side of Tierra Oeste. “That neighborhood is near the Petroglyph National Monument, which is a beautiful thing to see,” Griffin says. “It’s like a cliff of lava.” Trails wind through the canyons, offering views of hundreds of ancient petroglyphs carved into the rocks by Native Americans. Other small green spaces, like Stormclouds Water Park and Shawn McWethy Park, are sprinkled throughout the community and offer playgrounds for area children.
Local chains like Weck's and regional specialties are available
The closest grocery store is the Walmart Neighborhood Market on the corner of Unser Boulevard and Ladera Drive. Daily household necessities can be found at the Walmart Supercenter on Coors Boulevard. This thoroughfare is also home to restaurants, from local chains like Weck’s Breakfast and Lunch to family owned eateries like Mariscos Altamar.
Tierra Oeste locals love the New Mexican food served at Garicia's.
Locals can shop for their weekly grocery at Walmart in Tierra Oeste.
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Interstate 40 is the major commuter artery
Proximity to the area’s major east-west connector means that residents enjoy quick access to the city. “Albuquerque, in general, has a pretty compressed commute, thanks to Interstate 40,” Griffin says. “There’s some friction going from the east side to the west side, particularly in the afternoon, when traffic can be a bit of a challenge.” Interstate 40 provides Tierra Oeste’s connection to downtown Albuquerque, as well as to Interstate 25, which is the quickest way to get north to Santa Fe.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Tierra Oeste
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Tierra Oeste Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Tierra Oeste, Albuquerque sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Tierra Oeste, Albuquerque over the last 12 months is $385,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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