5 years here on the Westside. Moved from Chicago suburbs. Just discovered your channel. Great marketing idea. You are so positive. Helps me learn about ABQ.
My favorite part of town. If you don’t mind a small commute, what a bang for your buck! Not only do you pay a bit less for your house versus the heights but the property taxes are substantially less over here. Thanks for giving a fitting West Side perspective Skip!
Skip, Nice channel and great video. You tell it as it is and your perspective from growing up in NM and Albuquerque is great. My husband and I have been going to NM every year for vacation for the past 20 years with the exception of this past year. We love it so much that we got married at Hotel Andaluz of 5/15/15. We look forward to our next visit and perhaps to snowbird there in the future. Thanks, Geoff from Maine.
Wow, your videos just keep getting better! What a beautiful part of town. Brand new schools, parks, shopping centers what more can you ask for. So my question is, what’s the town called since it’s not ABQ? Taylor ranch, NM?
Your videos have been truly helpful, thank you for all the efforts you put into explaining these info on the city, I wish for your next videos you could consider a topic on housing for students coming to study at Albuquerque, A lot of people like me not well knowing the city can get into a bit of confusion when they arrive, again thanks for the videos.
I just moved the the NW side of Albuquerque 87120. And I love it so far. Amazing views of the mountains and the people have been very nice. The traffic isn’t to bad but I am use to NYC traffic lol. Thank you for the videos. I have learned a lot and I can’t wait to experience more.
I wonder if you could post a video about Placitas? Or, perhaps you already have. Although we live in Phoenix, we have family in ABQ, and my wife and I are contemplating a move to the area in a few years. Or, perhaps there are other areas in the N Valley or RR where you get that Placitas feel, i.e., acre lots, great views, natural vegetation. Anyway, just thought I'd mention it. We really want that feeling of being away from other people, but we like the convenience of the city. The East Mountain area is nice, but we have our eye on the places mentioned above. Thanks! I enjoy your videos.
I like 87120. Bought my first home on the west side and will buy my second here too! I thought I wanted the heights but the cost and older homes wasn’t for me ✋🏽
Can you find any new build communities that don’t have house on top of house? Would love to see something with land on both sides so you aren’t looking into your neighbors windows and have land behind in a new build.
@@AllAboutABQ live in Colorado Springs right now and have amazing mountain views . We are at least a year out from moving and just trying to determine if NM is right for us. Looking for something similar in mountain view but close enough to shopping and restaurants. Home with large open concept rooms and master suit that would be good for both my husband and I to work from home. Also enough land that you feel space but not so much that would be major upkeep. Right now we have 1/3 acre lot which is nice as we have 3 dogs. Any areas you’d recommend we look into first to get a good feel for pricing?
Is Albuquerque changing over to HOA's? I had a great home in the South Valley with a half acre. Miss Albuquerque and the South Valley. I too grew up in the Northeast Heights. Great neighborhoods and shopping, Resturants and schools.
Package delivery theft and mail theft is up in the NW area. Catalytic converter theft is rampant. Get a iron security gate for your front door. Lock your door immediately behind you. Don't let anyone into your house. Be very careful at the dog parks and city parks. Check the crime maps in the areas you frequent. Network with your neighbors.
@@AllAboutABQ have it delivered to a drop off point that accepts ups fed ex ups. There's one less than a mile away. Next is have a fenced in area where deliveries can be placed in. Pirates are following the trucks around here. Good luck welcome to Albuquerque!
If you want to have one Major thing to have in a new development (HOA) is do not allow ANY motor vehicles of any kind left on the street at night-- that solves many,many problems!!!
Have you done a video about homes and area on the Northeast side of Albuquerque? The Westside seems similar to the Summerlin area of Las Vegas where we currently live.
@@AllAboutABQ years ago drove through NM when I was child with my parents, I thought it was beautiful place with a unique energy. My grandmother was born in NM in the early 1900's, when it probably was mostly cowboys about. We are thinking about moving to ABQ from Las Vegas, and not sure if that will happen as of yet. But, gotta take some beginning steps, to make anything happen in life. Thanks
I’ve lived in every quadrant of Albuquerque over the last eight years and the desert New Mexico charm on the west side trumps the more generic urban feel on the east side. Living on the east side is definitely more convenient though, as it has more of the established businesses and a well-organized street layout.
In your opinion, is Rio Rancho a safe and promising area to live in? I am really looking for ways to leave California-but I’m torn and do not really know in what order to do things. For example, do you sell your home first , then relocate find a job in the new area and apply for a home loan thereafter?
Ok now how can I move there without having a job first? I have a down payment but no one will sell me a home without being employed first. Been applying for work though but it’s taking a while 😢
@@AllAboutABQ Hi! I am back to considering NM :) I am looking at the Rio Rancho area and have found some nice looking homes in the 87144 area... I also did like the cabezon park area you showed in a separate video. :)
The neighborhoods of Ventana Ranch, Taylor Ranch, & Paradise Hills which is situated in zip codes 87114 & 87120 are the safest and it’s a further commute from UNM
@@AllAboutABQ we are planning to drive out probably in august to start looking. We also dont want to buy in a hoa. I am a amateur radio operator. Planning to put up a antenna tower approximately 70 feet up.
You didn’t mention Burkue is short for Albuquerque, theirs a city code for no building over two floors , and everything has to be painted earth tone colors, majority is Hispanic and native Indian , crime rate is high walking around at night isn’t the safest 40 years ago it was pretty tough and I’m sure that hasn’t gotten better , 99% of cops are Hispanic I can think of way better places to live that’s just me , I lived there back in 80s a lot of small villages , bigger towns like Santa Fe, espenola, chimayo, my father line photography and we went to a small Indian village to take pictures and we were attacked by pellet guns different culture and traditions
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5 years here on the Westside. Moved from Chicago suburbs. Just discovered your channel. Great marketing idea. You are so positive. Helps me learn about ABQ.
Lou Ann were we’re so glad you found ABQ! It’s a little different than Chicago, right?
My favorite part of town. If you don’t mind a small commute, what a bang for your buck! Not only do you pay a bit less for your house versus the heights but the property taxes are substantially less over here. Thanks for giving a fitting West Side perspective Skip!
Someone egged my car when I lived on the Westside!
Good info playboy
I lived in the Westside and loved it! Had to move back to Nebraska, but if given the opportunity I'd go back to the Westside! Love it here!
We're big fans of Aksarben!! GBR
Hi Jane and Bill. I came from Schaumburg. Fun to meet other people from the Midwest, often very close to where I lived.
Schaumburg Flyers!⚾️🏟️
This is great, as a born and raised of this city it does make me happy. I live in Cali now and miss it sooo much
A little piece of home for you Thersea!
Skip, Nice channel and great video. You tell it as it is and your perspective from growing up in NM and Albuquerque is great. My husband and I have been going to NM every year for vacation for the past 20 years with the exception of this past year. We love it so much that we got married at Hotel Andaluz of 5/15/15. We look forward to our next visit and perhaps to snowbird there in the future. Thanks, Geoff from Maine.
Thanks for the ❤ Geoff! We've never been to Maine but we thank you for the 🦞
Wow, your videos just keep getting better! What a beautiful part of town. Brand new schools, parks, shopping centers what more can you ask for. So my question is, what’s the town called since it’s not ABQ? Taylor ranch, NM?
Thanks for the support! Taylor Ranch is a neighborhood in Albuquerque 🏠
@@AllAboutABQ ahh I’m think of Rio Rancho which is north of the westside of ABQ. Did I get my geography right?
@@ashleyrae5902 You nailed it! Just like a local!🌵🌵
Here I am...watching from my house on the Westside. My son went to Cibola.
That's awesome, KG! We're all about the Westside! 🌋
Your videos have been truly helpful, thank you for all the efforts you put into explaining these info on the city, I wish for your next videos you could consider a topic on housing for students coming to study at Albuquerque, A lot of people like me not well knowing the city can get into a bit of confusion when they arrive, again thanks for the videos.
Amir, thanks for reaching out! We're happy to assist anytime and we appreciate the love. Stay tuned for more vids! 🏠
Your “Texas” comments made me subscribe to your channel. Keep up the good work! I can’t wait to get back to the land of enchantment.
Haha, thanks Robbie! 🤠
I just moved the the NW side of Albuquerque 87120. And I love it so far. Amazing views of the mountains and the people have been very nice. The traffic isn’t to bad but I am use to NYC traffic lol. Thank you for the videos. I have learned a lot and I can’t wait to experience more.
That's fantastic! We're glad you're enjoying ABQ. Its quite different than NYC! Welcome!
I wonder if you could post a video about Placitas? Or, perhaps you already have. Although we live in Phoenix, we have family in ABQ, and my wife and I are contemplating a move to the area in a few years. Or, perhaps there are other areas in the N Valley or RR where you get that Placitas feel, i.e., acre lots, great views, natural vegetation. Anyway, just thought I'd mention it. We really want that feeling of being away from other people, but we like the convenience of the city. The East Mountain area is nice, but we have our eye on the places mentioned above. Thanks! I enjoy your videos.
Placitas is the place to be! I'm happy to shoot some video in the area. In fact, we were just out there yesterday looking at properties! Stay tuned
I learnt a lot from your videos. Thank you.
There is a lot to know! Have you spent any time in New Mexico?
@@AllAboutABQ yes 3 months
I like 87120. Bought my first home on the west side and will buy my second here too! I thought I wanted the heights but the cost and older homes wasn’t for me ✋🏽
Westside is the best side for views! Which neighborhood did you choose?
Can you find any new build communities that don’t have house on top of house? Would love to see something with land on both sides so you aren’t looking into your neighbors windows and have land behind in a new build.
Hi Beth! Yes we’ve got options! Which part of town do you want to be in?
@@AllAboutABQ live in Colorado Springs right now and have amazing mountain views . We are at least a year out from moving and just trying to determine if NM is right for us. Looking for something similar in mountain view but close enough to shopping and restaurants. Home with large open concept rooms and master suit that would be good for both my husband and I to work from home. Also enough land that you feel space but not so much that would be major upkeep. Right now we have 1/3 acre lot which is nice as we have 3 dogs. Any areas you’d recommend we look into first to get a good feel for pricing?
@@bethharvey5137 Stay tuned! We've got another video coming which you'll find very informative!
Is Albuquerque changing over to HOA's? I had a great home in the South Valley with a half acre. Miss Albuquerque and the South Valley. I too grew up in the Northeast Heights. Great neighborhoods and shopping, Resturants and schools.
Agreed! Abq has a lot to offer!
Package delivery theft and mail theft is up in the NW area. Catalytic converter theft is rampant. Get a iron security gate for your front door. Lock your door immediately behind you. Don't let anyone into your house. Be very careful at the dog parks and city parks. Check the crime maps in the areas you frequent. Network with your neighbors.
What is the best defense for porch pirates?
@@AllAboutABQ have it delivered to a drop off point that accepts ups fed ex ups. There's one less than a mile away. Next is have a fenced in area where deliveries can be placed in.
Pirates are following the trucks around here. Good luck welcome to Albuquerque!
If you want to have one Major thing to have in a new development (HOA) is do not allow ANY motor vehicles of any kind left on the street at night-- that solves many,many problems!!!
It makes the neighborhood look pretty clean and inviting when there are no cars parked on the street. What's been your experience with HOAs?
Have you done a video about homes and area on the Northeast side of Albuquerque? The Westside seems similar to the Summerlin area of Las Vegas where we currently live.
Hi Belinda! Yes we have! You’ll love the Northeast side of town. Have you spent much time in ABQ?
@@AllAboutABQ years ago drove through NM when I was child with my parents, I thought it was beautiful place with a unique energy. My grandmother was born in NM in the early 1900's, when it probably was mostly cowboys about. We are thinking about moving to ABQ from Las Vegas, and not sure if that will happen as of yet. But, gotta take some beginning steps, to make anything happen in life. Thanks
@@belindaresor.78 We're excited to have you here when you're ready!
Westside is the best no doubt in my mind
Newer homes and better views!
Hello and thank you for your valuable information...
Which one is better, Ventana ranch or Taylor ranch ?
Great question! Taylor Ranch is closer to shopping. Ventana Ranch has nice parks and walking trails.
I’ve lived in every quadrant of Albuquerque over the last eight years and the desert New Mexico charm on the west side trumps the more generic urban feel on the east side. Living on the east side is definitely more convenient though, as it has more of the established businesses and a well-organized street layout.
Kevin thanks for your perspectives! Best views are of the Sandias!
In your opinion, is Rio Rancho a safe and promising area to live in? I am really looking for ways to leave California-but I’m torn and do not really know in what order to do things. For example, do you sell your home first , then relocate find a job in the new area and apply for a home loan thereafter?
We love Rio Rancho! Give us a call and we’ll walk you through the process Linda. I know it can seem overwhelming but we’ve got you covered!
Hi Linda did you end up moving? I’m in the same boat! I live in the Bay Area and tired of it.
Ok now how can I move there without having a job first? I have a down payment but no one will sell me a home without being employed first. Been applying for work though but it’s taking a while 😢
Its a challenge! Where are you living currently?
@@AllAboutABQ definitely! In San Jose, CA. My sister moved out there to abq about a year ago. I am thinking about it...
@@yubanihernandezmiranda9252 Nice! What is your favorite part of town?
@@AllAboutABQ Hi! I am back to considering NM :) I am looking at the Rio Rancho area and have found some nice looking homes in the 87144 area... I also did like the cabezon park area you showed in a separate video. :)
@@yubanihernandezmiranda9252 So glad you're considering Rio Rancho! So much opportunity for growth there. How's the job hunt?
I would like to move to Rio Rancho & need some help.
We're happy to help, Najma! www.SoldBySkip.com
Is this a safe area? Is it far from UNM?
The commute times in ABQ are minimal! Check it out on google maps for an accurate estimate!
The neighborhoods of Ventana Ranch, Taylor Ranch, & Paradise Hills which is situated in zip codes 87114 & 87120 are the safest and it’s a further commute from UNM
Im looking to move to Albq can you help me out?
Of course, we're happy to have you! Where is home for you now?
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We looking for a place with acreage
We like Rio Rancho for acreage on the westside. Otherwise, the north valley or Corrales have large homes on acres. What’s your timeline, Richard? 🏡
@@AllAboutABQ we are planning to drive out probably in august to start looking. We also dont want to buy in a hoa. I am a amateur radio operator. Planning to put up a antenna tower approximately 70 feet up.
Let’s look at Rio Rancho then. I’m not sure what the rules are for amateur radio are but you’ll be able to find unobstructed land without HOA.
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You didn’t mention Burkue is short for Albuquerque, theirs a city code for no building over two floors , and everything has to be painted earth tone colors, majority is Hispanic and native Indian , crime rate is high walking around at night isn’t the safest 40 years ago it was pretty tough and I’m sure that hasn’t gotten better , 99% of cops are Hispanic I can think of way better places to live that’s just me , I lived there back in 80s a lot of small villages , bigger towns like Santa Fe, espenola, chimayo, my father line photography and we went to a small Indian village to take pictures and we were attacked by pellet guns different culture and traditions
You’re correct that most of the color palette is brown! We are desertscaped!
I hope you realize Albuquerque is becoming overpopulated and your helping it become worse and a lot of the drivers driver like crap as it is 🤷🏻♂️
We only import the best drivers.