Albuquerque is the largest city of New Mexico. It is the 57th largest metropolitan area in the United States. It is a historical area, rich of mixed cultures, home of excellent universities, and one of the best panoramic view. The predominant landscapes in Albuquerque are the Sandia Mountains which is derived from the Spanish word ‘sandia’ which is a watermelon. The name comes from the brilliant bright pink and green during sunset which reflects the color of a melon meat and rind. The color pink is due to the granodiorite cliffs while the green is because of the conifer forests. The attraction of the mountains is Sandia Peak as a skiing area. Also, the city offers outdoor activities like hiking, bird watching, and white water rafting.

There are great activities all year round that are why the city is one of the most visited cities in the United States. Spring to winter, activities are lined up for tourists – arts, performance, and places to go. One of the most visited sites is the National Hispanic Cultural Center that provides a platform for the rich Hispanic culture’s art. Another one is the Rio Grande Zoological Park that houses two hundred fifty exotic species like jaguars, chimpanzees and camels. As the summer approaches, the whole city gets abuzz for the Summerfest that brings together arts, music and craft. For movie buff, the KiMo Theatre hosts numerous films every year. It also hosts musical and dramatic events.

The all year round fest and activities attracted many tourists to migrate to Albuquerque especially those who look for a warm climate all year round. Hence, real estate in New Mexico, specifically in Albuquerque keeps rising despite of the threat of recession. Though the price of Albuquerque homes increased to the median price of 210, 554, the sale of real estate did not diminish unlike in other states and cities. Aside of the high number of tourists and immigrants to Albuquerque, another reason for the stable real state market is the growth of job sectors. Jobs were created for new people looking for employment. New jobs accommodated the young people looking for a job not just from Albuquerque but as well from other cities and states. As the job market absorbed this new workforce, the next worry of these people is to look for a home or a place to live.

Aside of the workforce, the place attracts students since it houses top universities and colleges in the US. ITT Technical Institute and University of Mexico are one of the known schools in Albuquerque. Also, retirees choose this city for the quiet and healthy lifestyle. Even artists find this city a haven for their profession. Albuquerque homes come in various styles, from traditional pueblos to luxurious homes, condos, and communities that have the golfing amenity convenient shopping malls. One can live a hermit life or be with in a community surrounded by interesting people. These are the places to find a home of your choice: North Valley Homes, Ridgecrest Homes, Albuquerque Acres, High Desert Homes, and Tanoan Country Club Homes.