Albuquerque, New Mexico’s largest city, has been sitting in the high desert since its founding as a Spanish colony in 1706. Today, “ABQ” spans 188.9 square miles, and has a median age of 37.1 (2022). The city’s economy is mainly driven by services, light manufacturing, and research and development.

Home styles in Albuquerque are varied and unique, from Mid-Century Modern to Pueblo-style and Adobe homes, to Craftsman and Late Victorian. The typical home value is $316,346, up 14.5% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Its annual events are just as varied: The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, the New Mexico State Fair, the Fiery Foods and Barbecue Show, and Route 66 Summerfest.

Major thoroughfares serving Albuquerque include the north–south I-25, the east-west I-40 (U.S. Route 66), and New Mexico State Highway 423. The city’s modern downtown core, just south of I-40, contrasts with Old Town Albuquerque, home to historic Adobe buildings. Here, shrubs and cacti line the sidewalks, along with multi-level modern apartments, and Ranch, Late Victorian, and Spanish Revival houses. The walkable Nob Hill neighborhood, just west of I-25, has homes built before WWII. North Albuquerque Acres, east of I-25, is a quiet neighborhood perfect for families wanting open desert terrain and Pueblo, Mid-Century Modern, or Ranch-style homes.

From ancient Pueblo traditions to cowboy culture and Southwestern heritage, friendly, sunny Albuquerque contains something for every taste and interest.