Loma Colorado
Neighborhood in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
Sandoval County 87124
No two adjacent homes in Loma Colorado share the same features
Throughout the winding suburban streets of Loma Colorado, lined with drought-resistant trees and native cacti, buyers will find a range of home styles. “Each of the sections of Loma has a different name, like Loma Alto or Los Miradors,” Shive says. “In each one, the homes have some similarities, but the builder required that you have a different combination of colors and features than your next-door neighbor. There are some areas where the homes are all two-story and close together, and some where they’re all one-story and on bigger lots. There’s even one gated community, which is where the more expensive houses are located.” Bungalows and ranch-style houses populate some of these sections, while larger two-story Modern Traditional builds fill others. The smaller single-story homes, many built between 2008 and 2015, can cost anywhere from $315,000 to $450,000, while the larger homes and those in the gated part of the community can be priced between $450,000 and $800,000.
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Rio Rancho's largest green space is within a mile of Loma Colorado
There is a small, shaded playground at Mesa Contena Park in the center of the neighborhood, with more extensive options like the Rio Rancho Aquatic Center and the McDermott Athletic Center located just across Loma Colorado Boulevard. “Those parking lots are always full on the weekends,” Shive says. “The Loma Colorado Library is there, too. And there’s the Rio Rancho Sports Complex, which is a huge park and one of the only areas where there’s a lot of green grass in the city.” The complex features several baseball diamonds, multipurpose athletic fields, tennis courts and a small playground.Rio Rancho Middle School is among the county's best
Students in Loma Colorado are zoned to attend Ernest Stapleton Elementary, which earns an A-minus from Niche. Rio Rancho Middle receives an A and Niche ranks it as the No. 2 Best Public Middle School in Sandoval County. Rio Rancho High School also scores an A-minus. Alternative options include the Rio Rancho Cyber Academy, which focuses on blended learning and serves students from grades 6 through 12.
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Music, comedy and culture in Rio Rancho and Albuquerque
Residents can head north to the Rio Rancho Events Center for concerts, stand-up comedy and New Mexico Roadrunners indoor soccer games. In nearby Albuquerque, locals can spend the weekend perusing the museums and galleries in Old Town or attending touring Broadway shows at Popejoy Hall.Many amenities are walkable, although most residents prefer to drive
Although many amenities are technically within walking distance, the New Mexican weather is often prohibitive. “People don’t even walk to their mailboxes,” Shive laughs. Route 528 is the closest major highway, serving as a lifeline for those who commute into Albuquerque. “If anybody needs to go to work and cross the river, there’s only really one spot that crosses in Rio Rancho. That’s where Route 528 meets Route 550, which goes to Interstate 25,” Shive continues. “We don’t have a lot of east-west roads, so God forbid there’s an accident. If the main one is closed, all the others immediately back up.”Local eateries and regional chains along New Mexico Route 528
The closest grocery store is Albertsons Market in the Rio Rancho Marketplace, a shopping center that also has a Target for daily household necessities. Other options, including Smith’s and a Walmart Neighborhood Market, can be found on either side of New Mexico Route 528, the area’s major thoroughfare. A range of restaurants, from New Mexico staples like Dion’s Pizza to locally owned cantinas like Hot Tamales New Mexican Kitchen, also line the highway.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Dagna Altheide
Dagna Altheide
Realty One of New Mexico
(505) 500-1039
91 Total Sales
1 in Loma Colorado
$390,000 Price
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Michael McCracken
Michael McCracken
Keller Williams Realty
(505) 589-3072
114 Total Sales
3 in Loma Colorado
$253K - $450K Price Range
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Desirae Torres
Desirae Torres
Coldwell Banker Legacy
(505) 835-1504
57 Total Sales
1 in Loma Colorado
$290,000 Price
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Leo Munoz
Leo Munoz
Regal Real Estate Experts
(505) 835-2327
67 Total Sales
1 in Loma Colorado
$693,000 Price
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Hecmary Barrios
Hecmary Barrios
Berkshire Hathaway Home Svc NM
(505) 594-2697
55 Total Sales
1 in Loma Colorado
$366,430 Price
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Benjamin Gomez
Benjamin Gomez
Weichert, Realtors Image
(505) 207-2893
82 Total Sales
1 in Loma Colorado
$410,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mesa Contenta Park
Prado Alto Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Loma Colorado | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Loma Colorado Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Loma Colorado, Rio Rancho sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Loma Colorado, Rio Rancho over the last 12 months is $445,387, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$474,675
Median Sale Price
$445,387
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
62
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$199
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
654
Number of Homes for Sale
21
Median Year Built
2010
Months of Supply
4.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,635
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,867
Median Age
39
Population under 18
30.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$110,853
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,574
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
60.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
93°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13
/ 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.
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