Master Planned Community

High Desert

High Desert real estate is located in a masterfully planned neighborhood snuggled at the base of the Sandia Mountains. Plenty of trails wind through this neighborhood, connecting homeowners to nature while keeping them close to all the amenities of the big city and Downtown Albuquerque, just half an hour away. 

Modern contemporary home in High Desert, New Mexico

High Desert Real Estate Stats

Average Price $946K
Lowest Price $380K
Highest Price $2.6M
Total Listings 23
Avg. Days On Market 183
Avg. Price/SQFT $318

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13242 Morning Mist Avenue Ne, Albuquerque

$715,000

13242 Morning Mist Avenue Ne, Albuquerque

3 Beds 2 Baths 2,215 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1074814

Keller Williams Realty

6208 Fringe Sage Court Ne, Albuquerque

$1,799,999

6208 Fringe Sage Court Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 4 Baths 3,878 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1074658

EXP Realty LLC

13209 Sentinel Court Ne, Albuquerque

$565,000

13209 Sentinel Court Ne, Albuquerque

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,600 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1074501

Re/Max Exclusive

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5919 Silver Leaf Trail Ne, Albuquerque

$850,000

5919 Silver Leaf Trail Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,965 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1073868

Coldwell Banker Legacy

13119 Enchantment Lane Ne, Albuquerque

$475,000

13119 Enchantment Lane Ne, Albuquerque

3 Beds 3 Baths 2,172 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1073691

RE/MAX SELECT

6100 Club Cholla Court, Albuquerque

$950,000

6100 Club Cholla Court, Albuquerque

2 Beds 3 Baths 2,669 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1073042

Keller Williams Realty

6805 Pino Arroyo Court Ne, Albuquerque

$1,050,000

↓ $20,000

6805 Pino Arroyo Court Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,103 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1072081

Keller Williams Realty

12701 Osito Court Ne, Albuquerque

$849,000

12701 Osito Court Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,910 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1072261

Campbell & Campbell Real Estat

6101 Copper Rose Street Ne, Albuquerque

$1,024,000

6101 Copper Rose Street Ne, Albuquerque

3 Beds 3 Baths 3,333 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1071447

Realty One of New Mexico

13401 Quaking Aspen Place Ne, Albuquerque

$2,600,000

13401 Quaking Aspen Place Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 5 Baths 5,032 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1071876

Coldwell Banker Legacy

6805 Blanket Flower Place Ne, Albuquerque

$529,000

6805 Blanket Flower Place Ne, Albuquerque

0 Beds 0 Baths 0 SqFt Land MLS® # 1070347

Johnson Commercial Real Estate

6504 Alpine Trail Street Ne, Albuquerque

$800,000

↓ $29,000

6504 Alpine Trail Street Ne, Albuquerque

4 Beds 3 Baths 2,703 SqFt Residential MLS® # 1070055

EXP Realty LLC

High Desert Real Estate Information

High Desert real estate is infused with gorgeous homes brimming with custom features, including floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, and open-concept floor plans.

These houses feature stunning southwest inspired architecture, with adobe like homes that help keep residents cool in the summer and warm in the winter. 

Common architectural details of High Desert real estate includes:

  • High, soaring ceilings
  • Exposed, hand carved vigas
  • Private second story balconies
  • Rounded corners and edges

Real estate in the High Desert area beautifully mix these common traditional property features with modern, contemporary architecture, making for remarkable homes that blend in well with the natural desert scenery.

Many High Desert properties are great for those who love keeping to their own space, with fenced in homes that have top of the line security systems to make you feel more at home. 

This privacy is also great for the many homes in the neighborhood that have pools, or for those homeowners that want to add pools or hot tubs to the large backyards common to High Desert homes. 

High Desert real estate offers picturesque views with modern architecture that perfectly frame the sublime beauty of the mountainous landscape. High Desert is perfect for families looking for an ideal balance of tranquil and city living. 

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High Desert Area Information

High Desert is located off of Tramway Boulevard, minutes away from shopping, entertainment, parks, restaurants, schools, and embedded throughout the neighborhood are hiking trails, wildlife, ponds, and breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains for a country and city life balance all wrapped into one package.

Located at the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, this master planned community is perfect for those looking to live just steps away from the many paths that wind through this area that is well integrated with the nature around it. 

Just a few of the many common paths in the High Desert area include:

  • Michael Emery Trailhead
  • Bear Canyon Open Space East
  • Embudito Trailhead
  • Elena Gallegos Open Space

Many of these paths wind directly through the area, blurring the lines between neighborhood boundaries and open spaces. 

The Sandia Mountains

The Sandia Mountains don't just provide a stunning backdrop to High Desert homes — it's a great place to visit as well. 

As mentioned, the many trails in the area provide High Desert residents with plenty of spaces to walk, hike, jog, and bike.

However, the Sandia Peak Tramway is also located just a ten-minute drive away from the neighborhood. One of the longest tramways in the world, this incredible structure can take visitors and tourists to the top of the mountain for views, hiking, restaurants, and skiing during the season.

Schools In High Desert

Dining In High Desert

Two burgers of beef, cheese and vegetables on an old wooden table

Dining around the High Desert area consists of many delicious sit down restaurants and quick bites to eat such as:



High Desert, Albuquerque FAQs

Q: What makes High Desert so unique in the Albuquerque area?
A: High Desert is one of the most highly elevated neighborhoods in Albuquerque, sitting at over 6,000 feet in elevation. 

Q: How many subdivisions are there in the High Desert area?
A: There are 23 subdivisions of homes within High Desert, consisting of homes which are typically resting on estates 4,000 square feet or more. 

Q: What is the High Desert area encapsulated by?
A: The region is bound most of the way by the Sandia Mountains to the north and the slightly lower Manzano Mountains to the east. 


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