Set against the base of the Sandia Mountains in the Far Northeast Heights, High Desert is a master planned community that blends Southwest-inspired architecture, think pueblo style and Mediterranean custom homes. With roughly 40% protected open space. Trails wind throughout the neighborhood, connecting residents directly to the Sandia Mountain Wilderness and Cibola National Forest.
Why people love it: Genuinely upscale, family-friendly, and outdoorsy all at once, with some of the most consistently stunning mountain and city-light views in Albuquerque.
Nearby: Michael Emery and Bear Canyon trailheads, Sandia Peak Tramway access nearby, an extensive internal trail and bike path network, Promenade and Juan Tabo Plaza shopping, and a short drive to Winrock Town Center, Coronado Center, and ABQ Uptown.
4,656 people live in High Desert, where the median age is 51 and the average individual income is $95,911. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around High Desert, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Cantrell Enterprises, Sifu Dug’s Internal Martial Arts, and Belle Du Sud.
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High Desert has 2,185 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in High Desert do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,656 people call High Desert home. The population density is 3,906 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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