Located in the foothills between Sandia Heights and the city of Albuquerque lies Albuquerque Acres with exquisite terrain, some lots are larger than those in Sandia Heights. The breathtaking sunsets of red and orange light filters through the clean clear air of the valley below. Children attend excellent schools such as the highly desirable La Cueva High School, known for high test scores and low dropout rates. The University of New Mexico, community colleges, and technical schools are located nearby in downtown Albuquerque. Residents of Albuquerque Acres can enjoy shopping, restaurants and small businesses right in their own town. Within just a few minutes drive to the city of Albuquerque, you can find large malls, corporate centers, excellent medical facilities and the Albuquerque International Airport.
Albuquerque Acres is the only neighborhood in the Northeast Heights where homeowners may keep horses. Lot sizes are typically just under an acre and are from the $300,000's.