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Arroyo del Oso North

Arroyo del Oso North

Neighborhood in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Bernalillo County 87109

$589,843 Average Value
$209 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A Northeast Heights neighborhood near retail centers

Arroyo del Oso North, which means "Canyon of the Bear," in Spanish, is close to a golf course and a park of the same name. This small residential neighborhood is part of Albuquerque's Northeast Heights, an area sought after for well-regarded schools, various shopping and home options and proximity to the Sandia Mountains. Sunrises over the Sandias to the east and sunsets on the west add to the area's ambiance.To the west is Interstate 25, for convenient commuting and travel. Shopping centers are also nearby, some even within walking distance for many residents. "If you are the type who likes to have access to those amenities via walking or biking, you can do that," says Torie Robinson, owner/broker with Re/Max Elevate.

Albuquerque's Northeast Heights highlights are apparent in Arroyo del Oso North.
Albuquerque's Northeast Heights highlights are apparent in Arroyo del Oso North.
Golfers enjoy warming up at the driving range at Arroyo del Oso Golf Course.
Golfers enjoy warming up at the driving range at Arroyo del Oso Golf Course.
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Ranch-style homes with Pueblo-style or brick construction

Many of Arroyo del Oso North's architecture are ranch-style homes and of traditional brick construction, dating to the 1970s. Some homes have Pueblo-style flat roofs and adobe or stucco exteriors. Some on the upper end boast golf-course views. Due to the neighborhood's small size, the number of homes for sale at one time is limited. Over the year before February 2025, homes sold in the high $500,000s to the high $900,000s.

Ranch style homes are most common in Arroyo del Oso North.
Ranch style homes are most common in Arroyo del Oso North.
Some pueblo style homes can be found throughout Arroyo del Oso North.
Some pueblo style homes can be found throughout Arroyo del Oso North.
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Sycamore Plaza, North Towne Plaza and more to the south

Across Wyoming Boulevard Northeast is Sycamore Plaza shopping center, as well as a Smith's grocery store and a Walmart Supercenter. Eateries include Tasty Pot, Dion's Pizza and Einstein Bros. Bagels. On the north side of Academy Road Northeast is the North Towne Plaza shopping center and stores like Whole Foods Market, HomeGoods, LOFT and Fleet Feet Albuquerque, a shop for runners. Restaurants on this side include Noodle Works and 5 Star Burgers.A trip south along Wyoming Blvd. for less than 2 miles takes shoppers to an area with more stores and eateries. The Albuquerque ER & Hospital East is also here.

Arroyo del Oso Golf Course, parks and the Sandias

The neighborhood is adjacent to the Arroyo del Oso Golf Course, a public facility with a driving range and a café. Arroyo del Oso Park has a playground, soccer fields and trail access. The Christmas Eve Balloon Glows is an annual tradition featuring hot-air balloons and luminarias. The Sandias Foothills, with numerous hiking trails, are to the east, about 6 miles away. "There are lots of opportunities for physical activities," Robinson says, adding that area bike lanes are put to frequent use. From Arroyo del Oso North, it's about an 8-mile trip northeast to Sandia Peak Tramway, the Americas' longest aerial tramway. Experienced skiers with equipment might ride the tram to Sandia Peak Ski Area instead of making the 30-plus-mile drive.

Arroyo del Oso Park features a fun playground for kids.
Arroyo del Oso Park features a fun playground for kids.
Locals love the proximity to the Sandia Mountains in Arroyo del Oso North.
Locals love the proximity to the Sandia Mountains in Arroyo del Oso North.
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Public and private schools with high grades from Niche

Osuna Elementary School earns an A-minus grade from Niche. Madison Middle School and Sandia High School both receive A grades. Albuquerque Public Schools district-wide magnet schools are additional options. The area is also known for its private schools; among those, Albuquerque Academy and Oak Grove Classical Academy have A-plus grades from Niche. Cherry Hills Public Library, about 2 miles away, offers activities like chess club, book groups and writing time.

Sandia High School receives an A grade from Niche.
Sandia High School receives an A grade from Niche.
The city's largest private school, Albuquerque Academy, earns an A-minus.
The city's largest private school, Albuquerque Academy, earns an A-minus.
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Walkable streets, ABQ RIDE buses and I-25

Arroyo del Oso North is a walkable community with sidewalks, some looping streets and about a dozen cul-de-sacs. There are no through streets to add traffic. Several miles west of the neighborhood is I-25 and the Pan American Freeway. A few miles to the north, Wyoming Boulevard meets state Route 423, also known as Paseo del Norte Boulevard. The free bus system, ABQ RIDE, has stops along Wyoming Boulevard and Academy Road. Downtown Albuquerque is about 9 miles southwest of Arroyo del Oso North. Many commuters take Rio Metro's New Mexico Rail Runner Express from downtown, and Amtrak is also available. Albuquerque International Sunport is roughly 13 miles southwest of Arroyo del Oso North.

Programs at community centers in the Northeast Heights

Several miles away, there's the North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center, which offers an extensive calendar of community programming. North Domingo Baca Park is the site of the Heights Summerfest, part of the city's concert series. East of Wyoming Boulevard is the Ronald Gardenswartz Jewish Community Center of Greater Albuquerque (JCC), where guests of all ages and faiths are welcome. The JCC offers fitness facilities, senior programming and a variety of social, educational and cultural activities.

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Transit

Airport

Albuquerque International Sunport

27 min drive

Bus

Wyoming & Spain

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Arroyo del Oso North US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 9 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$652,500
Median Single Family Price
$640,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$209
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
2.00
Median List Price
$640,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
195
Median Year Built
1972
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,259
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,780

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,092
Median Age
39
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$30,454
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,473

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.8%
College Graduates
39.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
8''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

22 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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