Live Albuquerque New Mexico: October 2009

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Home listings | North Pole Loop | Enchanted Hills | Encantado Del Norte | Rio Rancho New Mexico Real Estate

Have you seen Encantado Del Norte in Rio Rancho. We just listed this Home for sale at 3845 North Pole Loop in Rio Rancho New Mexico. This home has quality and character all in one. Privacy and Elegance. Take a look at these photos and let us know what you think. 

Front View of this amazing listing

Formal living and Dinning

Family room and Kitchen

Master bedroom

Want see more photos and virtual tour of this home?

If you would like to know the price on this home please visit our Web Site

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Homes for sale | Ventana West | Albuquerque | New Mexico Real Estate

Are you looking to buy or sell a home in Ventana West? If so here is some helpful information. There were two main builders that built out Ventana West. The builders were Pulte Homes and DR Horton. Ventana West was by far one of the the fastest selling communities on the west side of Albuquerque. 

Most of the sales took place in the years of 2005 and 2006 at the peak of the Real Estate market. The community of Ventana West has a lot to offer. It is close to schools and shopping and most importantly it is close to Paseo Del Norte that is one of the main passage ways to the west side of Albuquerque. When Ventana West was originally being built the plan for paseo del norte to run to the community was just a plan but not a fact. Now that it has been finished it has opened the the door and makes Ventana and Ventana west one of the best communities. 

The landscaping and trails are amazing. All of the schools in the area are brand new and offer great amenities. 

Here are some photos of the the communities sold out so fast. We are talking communities of 150 homes sold out in one summer. 

Ventana Vista is the only gated community in Ventana West. It is by far one of the rarest and most impressive communities in the Ventana West area. It features homes 1800 square feet to 2600 square feet. What makes this community so great is the entrance of the community. Also the exteriors of the home and the curb appeal of the homes is unmatched by any other community in the area. Ventana Vista even has custom made street signs that make the community unique. Pulte Homes really did a great job on the design of the community. If you would like more information about this community click HERE.

Dr Horton built out a good amount of the homes in Ventana West. What made Dr Horton homes sell fast was the amount of home that you get for the money. Dr Horton built out 3 communities in Ventana West. Ventana Ridge, Ventana Mesa, and The Highlands. Square footages range from 1500 square feet to almost 3800 square feet. Have questions about homes for sale in these communities ask for our Free Inventory List.

Ventana Al Sol is a great community that is very close to a huge park. That is one thing that makes Ventana so special is the parks and amenities. This community has 3 to 4 bedroom homes that range from 1865 square feet to 2150 square feet. Some of the most popular floor plans that Pulte Homes ever built. The trees that were planted in this community have grow fast so it makes for a great street scene. Questions about homes in Ventana Al Sol?

Wester Shadows was one of the first communities to be built in Ventana West. It was the fastest selling community in the area. When you drive thru the community you will see why. 

We specialize in Ventana so if you are interested in selling your home in Ventana West ask aobut our Free Market Analysis. We will be able to tell you what the market is for your home. 

Golfing | Santa Ana | New Mexico

I had the pleasure of Golfing Santa Ana golf course today. I must say that it is one of the more beautiful courses in New Mexico. For the money you can not beat this course. My buddy John and I played 18 holes for $38 dollars per person. Wow!!

I had to take some photos because the scenery was unbeliveable. It is fall here in New Mexico and the Golfing weather is just right. 65 degrees and the colors of the leaves are just AWESOME.

Check out some of these golfing photos I took while I was there.

The above the Bosque. Cottonwood trees are amazing.

A view from the tee box.

I love living in New Mexico because of things like this.

Enjoyed it very much

Homes and Land for Sale | Abiquiu | New Mexico

Why do I love Abiquiu so much? Maybe because I have traveled all over the world and have always come back to Abiquiu. Abiquiu has so much to offer especially if you love beautiful landscapes and sunsets. Abiquiu is home to many artists that have discovered and cherish the beauty of the area. 

Sunset over Abiquiu Lake. Because of its scarcity there are only a few homes and land for sale in Abiquiu. There are a few lots available for sale around the lake. For information just about these properties shoot me an email.

Not only art but the history of the area is fascinating. Everything from the Pueblo Indians inhabiting the area to the Spanish settlements of the area. The actual pueblo of Abiquiu is one most awesome places you will ever visit. Standing in front of the church in the plaza you can feel the history and energy all around you.  

Why would you want to own a home or land in Abiquiu. Well if you ever wanted to live in a place where all your troubles seem to go away this is the place. I grew up on Abiquiu Lake and enjoyed the fishing and hiking but more importantly the views the area has to offer. 

A photo of the majestic Abiquiu lake. Did you know that Abiquiu lake is over 14 miles long?

Or maybe you want to live on the river nestled in the cottonwood trees that have been there for centuries and provided shade to the the numerous mule trains and Spanish settlers and over five tribes of native Americans that used the river for travel. There are plenty of properties along the Rio Chama that would make for a great little ranch. 

You owe it to yourself to check out the Abiquiu area. If you are interested in a home or some land in New Mexico. We can be your resource for and questions you have. 

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Also you can visit our website by clicking on our logo. 

Homes and Land For Sale | Cuba | Sandoval County | New Mexico Real Estate

Have you ever heard of Cuba? I mean Cuba New Mexico? Home to the Cuba Rams. and some of the best resturants that I have ever eaten at in New Mexico. Some say that it was first settled around the 1700's by spanish farmers. The village defenenlty has alot to offer. Wheather you are out of town traveling through or living in the State and want to know where to go for a drive this weekend. Cuba is a great place to visit. 

There is a lot to do in the Village of Cuba with a population of less than 1000. If you like the outdoors you are right a the foot of the Jemez Mountains and at the gateway to some of the best wilderness that the mountains have to offer. There are Elk, Deer, Bear, Turkey and Grouse in them hills. Don't forget the fishing. There are several lakes and streams to fish. Some of the lakes you might have to take a good walk on in to the forest but it would be worth it. 

Recenlty Cuba, New Mexico was rank the fast growing place in the state for 2009. I wonder how they get those numbers. Maybe it is because people are coming to see the town that holds the world record for the longest burrito ever made. Yup that is right. The longest Burrito ever assembled was right in Cuba, New Mexico. enjoy the senery.

I have a lot of great memories of Cuba as I lived there when untill I was in forth grade. My dad was the Manager at the Local Electric Co-op and my mom taught in the small town of Gallina (Chicken in Spanish). For a kid it was a great place to grow up. I had the park right across the street from my house and then in the afternoon when my dad would come home from work we would head up to the mountains to fish the numerous streams the mountains had to offer. 

There are lot of other things to do in and around the area. For more questions about what else is in the area just shoot me a line. After you fall in love with the area and you want to look for land or a home in the area use this link to search for property in the Cuba area.

Homes For Sale | Ventana Ranch | Albuquerque | New Mexico Real Estate

Do you do you know where Ventana Ranch is Located? Have you heard of Ventana Ranch? There are a few things that that make ventana ranch one of the most successful communities that Albuquerque's Westside has ever seen. 

It all started as a community that was on the Westside of Albuquerque. People traveled to the westside for homes for sale that offered great value. What is different about Ventana Ranch is how it was designed. Having personally lived in Ventana Ranch it had a great amount of thought put in to the whole project. The development company that developed Ventana Ranch made sure that there was plenty of eye catching landscaping and that the community had some character. 

This is a map of Ventana West. 

I have sold of 120 homes in this area because of how great the community is. Why is Ventana Ranch so attractive to the Home Buyer these days? Well here are a few reasons. 

• Close to Paseo Del Norte (basically the fastest gateway into the main part of Albuquerque)
• Close to Schools 
• Close to Shopping
• Close to Churches (and I don't mean chicken)
• Several parks and Trails through out the community
• Great Value for a Home 2009 statistics show you can find homes for sale in the area priced between $120,000 for 1000sqft upto $300,000 for 4000+sqft 
• Quality of living and Climate are amazing

Homes for Sale | Enchanted Hills | Rio Rancho | New Mexico Real Estate

Have you heard of Enchanted Hills in Rio Rancho? This community has a lot to offer. During the housing boom in 2004 and 2005 in New Mexico Enchanted Hills in Rio Rancho accounted for a majority of the permits pulled for Rio Rancho. But why has this community sold so well historically?

Enchanted Hills has a lot of positive attributes that make it attractive to the local and relocating buyer. Imagine getting one of the best values on a home without having to sacrifice your commute and amenities. 

Enchanted Hills boasts some of the best academic scores in the state. Lets not forget the amazing views of the Sandia Mountains. There is nothing like the View from Enchanted Hills. You are at that angle on the Sandias that you can see the aspen trees turn those awesome fall colors. 

Typical view of the Sandia Mountains from a home with an east facing back yard in Enchanted Hills. 

Having personally sold over 150 homes in the Enchanted Hills area I can say that a lot of what people found attractive about the area were the following atributes:

• Easy access to Hwy 550 and I-25. Saving people time on their commute to Kirtland airforce base or to Santa Fe. 
• The New HP Facility is just right down the street.
• Central Location for commutes to Santa Fe, Albuquerque, and Farmington. If those are the areas that people travel
• Access to the new rail runner that runs to Santa Fe, Albuquerque, Los Lunas, and don't forget Belen
• Great Schools and a Clean Community
• Great Shopping and Local amenities. Wal-mart, Home Depot, Albertons, Dry Cleaners, Movies, Gyms, Restaurants, Doctors, etc. 
• Great Access to Forest Lands with just a short drive. 
• Newest High School in the State
• Great Value when it comes to a home purchase. In some cases you might spend 200 to 300k less than you would spend on the same size house in Santa Fe.

The Black Olive | Rio Rancho | New Mexico | Places to eat in Rio Rancho

Check out the Black Olive in Rio Rancho

If  you are looking for a great place to eat in Rio Rancho or Albuquerque make it a point to dine at the new Black Olive in Rio Rancho. It is the Newest and best thing that has happened to Rio Rancho. It is an upscale place with a menu that can't be beat. 

The owner and General Manager Matt Havey has influenced successful restaurants in the area. Now he showing everyone what he can do with a spot of his own.

From the experience of growing up in a family that owns a restaurant there is nothing more impressive than an owner of a restaurant making you feel at home by walking through his restaurant making sure everyone is pleased with the meal and service. It is the simple things like that that make Matt Havey and the staff at The Black Olive special.

Only one month old the popularity for the Black Olive is growing. Every time my wife and I have been into the restaurant it is busier and and busier. The word is getting out and good news travel quick. 

Check out the Black Olive in Rio Rancho

Next time you are you are in the mood for a great meal with an amazing atmosphere. Make it a point to swing by The Black Olive in Rio Rancho. Try "The Black Olive Burger". And be sure to tell Matt Havey that he is doing a great job.