4503 Marquette NE Albuquerque, NM 87108: Lush 4-Bedroom in Nob Hill & close to UNM!
Sitting on a lush, grassy corner close to University of New Mexico and Nob Hill this South-facing home reveals smart updates while still maintaining its vintage charms. Open the front door to reveal gorgeous hardwood floors, double pane windows, having been freshly painted throughout. The living room enjoys a wood-burning fireplace and classical cove ceiling lighting. One wing of the home has three bedrooms and remodeled bathroom while the master suite with its own expertly remodeled full bathroom is privately tucked away on the other side. Improvements abound including a newer tankless water heater, master cool, and brand-new furnace. Pass through the lovely sun room drenched in natural light to the crowning jewel: the backyard. Privately walled with green grass, mature trees and sunflowers, the patio begs for a party!
What makes 4503 Marquette NE so fabulous?
- A short walk to Nob Hill and a short bike ride to UNM
- Spacious for the neighborhood with almost 2000 square feet
- 4 Bedrooms with the spacious Master Suite privately located on the opposite wing of the house
- 2 Professionally Remodeled Bathrooms
- Hard wood Floors
- Freshly painted and drenched with natural light
- Lush, green grass in the front and backyards
- Green features includes a newer tankless water heater providing as much hot water as you would like
Contact The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 for a private showing and check out the virtual tour to get a good feeling for this lovely home:
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Albuquerque Real Estate June 2015 Market Watch
MARKET WATCH! In the month of June 2015 the Median Sale Price for single-family, detached homes was up 5.99% from last year to $190,788 and the Average Sale Price was up 6.01% to $226,337. Closed Sales was 984, up 23%. The Absorption Rate (number of months it would take to sell the current housing inventory) still shows a slight seller’s market of 5.44 and the Average Days on the Market was 56. (GAAR)
However, the number of Active Listings (homes on the market) was 4,089 down 17.18% from last year. If you are thinking of putting your home on the market, now is the time before the school year starts. Contact The Sugar Team for a free Comparative Market Analysis and find out how much you could make from selling your home!
Linda and Sutter
Hap Crawford: an Albuquerque Builder with Root in Adobe
Southwest style is one of the more distinctive forms of architecture. Everything from its rustic feel in the interior to its exterior clean, unobtrusive lines and colors designed to blend in with our golden-brown landscape makes it a true romantic gem within our 50 states. Two local Albuquerque builders Antoine Predock and Hap Crawford both scream Southwest style in their finished work, and each provides his own twist. Predock whimsically combines modern features with a creative reimagining of the Southwest tradition while Hap Crawford remains closer to the root both in form and materials.
Hap Crawford’s more traditional style may be traced to his background. An Albuquerque native born in Old Town, Crawford purchased his first home (an adobe of course!) for only $600 when he was only a teenager while working, delivering telegrams for Western Union. Since then he has built homes up and down the Rio Grande for the last half century.
For most Burqueños “Hap Crawford” is synonymous with “adobe.” This is because Crawford is a “true believer in the aesthetic appeal and durability of adobe.”1 Crawford, like any Albuquerque native, appreciates natural adobe’s insulative characteristics while enjoying the look of a wall showcasing these massive 35-pound bricks.
Adobe isn’t the only architectural trope found in Crawford’s work. He’s also known for incorporating courtyards, soaring living room 
ceilings, open floor plans, counter tops with glazed Mexican tile, viga beams traverse ceilings and kiva fireplaces. These are all gorgeous “details that impart an uncontrived Southwest flavor.”1
As luck would have it, there is a cul-de-sac nestled in Albuquerque’s Near North Valley with only 14 homes, all of which have been designed and built by Hap Crawford: El Nido Court. As the El Nido Court neighbors proudly tell it, Hap Crawford would build one home, live in it while finishing the interior details, and then move on to the next one once the home was completed. This anecdote appears to be accurate, because you’ll notice that the wood carving details in the homes at the end of El Nido Court appear to be more ornate than in the ones closer to Rio Grande Boulevard.
1“Master Works” by John Kent Albuquerque Journal December 28, 1997Sources:
“Each N. Valley Condo Has Living Quarters, Business Space and Warehouse” by Jane Mahoney Albuquerque Journal January 2, 2005
413 Morningside DR SE Albuquerque, NM 87108: Fabulousness in Nob Hill!
Located in a great neighborhood with Ridgecrest to the South, Nob Hill to the North and UNM to the West, this FAB 4-bedroom home will make your heart sing as soon as you open the door. With beautifully preserved oak hardwood floors and nary a stitch of carpet, you will remark on how the open floor plan is bathed in natural light. The clean & white kitchen and bathrooms have been perfectly remodeled right down to the gleaming subway tile. The gorgeous kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, white Quartz counter tops and enough cabinets space for even your largest collection of china. Updates include newer roof, tankless water heater & wood, double pane windows. Step through the french doors to enjoy the grassy backyard or settle in the shade of the wisteria-covered arbor. Superb!
413 Morningside SE Exquisite Features:
- Approximately 1900 Square Feet
- 4 Bedrooms & 2 Beautifully Remodeled Bathrooms
- No carpeting with oak hardwood floors throughout
- Gorgeous Remodeled kitchen with white Quartz counter tops, subway tile back splash, ample cabinet space and stainless steel appliances (Bosch dishwasher)
- Newer asphalt shingle roof
- double-pane wood windows
- Tankless water heater
- Lovely backyard with green grass backyard and wisteria-covered pergola
This is a home that truly can’t be missed in person. Call The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 to see it in person, or at a bare minimum, check out the virtual tour:
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Albuquerque’s Neighborhood Drive-by–Embudo Canyon
Here in Albuquerque one of the most gorgeous events to experience is the Sandia Mountains changing color from bright orange to pink, and then finally to burgundy as the sun sets. Of course, most Burqueños can savor a good New Mexico sunset from just about anywhere in Albuquerque, but in the Embudo Canyon neighborhood the Sandias take center stage. What sets Embudo Canyon apart from other parts of town is its warm embrace of the Sandias through hiking trails, biking trails and views while remaining extremely accessible.
Embudo Canyon’s location couldn’t be more ideal. Even though it’s tucked into the 
Foothills, removed from the hub-bub of the city, you can quickly jump onto Tramway, Lomas or Interstate 40 and get anywhere in town. The western boundary is defined by Tramway and the majestic Sandias to the East. To the North, Embudo Canyon reaches as far as the Embudo arroyo. The Southern boundary roughly runs diagonally North-east along Lomas Boulevard. If you looked at the shape of the neighborhood you would say it resembles the “pistol formation” in football.
However football is not how Embudo Canyonians get their exercise, but rather biking and hiking. The extensive bike path shoots up Tramway from Central all the way to Sandia Pueblo. Any day of the week, rain or shine, you will see cyclists from beginners to Ironmen (and women) enjoying the spectacular views as they head up this perfectly maintained bicycle super highway.
The way to get to the trail head is by going East on Indian School road. Just keep driving until you can’t drive any more. From the trail head you will be able to embark on some of the most picturesque trails in the Greater Albuquerque Area, winding their way around the folds of the mountains.
Unlike the Foothill neighborhoods to the North, real estate in Embudo Canyon is much more affordable. However, it is a fairly large and established community with approximately 1100 homes and a proud neighborhood association that has been in operation for twenty years.
For the entire year of 2014 43 homes sold in Embudo Canyon. During that time the 
Average Price per Square Foot was $119.30 and the Average Number of Days on the Market was 86. Finally, the Average Sales Price was $248,308
Keeping in mind the incredible quality of life Embudo Canyon has to offer, this neighborhood provides an incredible bang for your buck: Views. Hiking. Bicycle riding. Accessibility. Affordability. And that’s why The Sugar Team has decided to call Embudo Canyon home!
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3907 Calle Olivo NE Albuquerque, NM 87111–Fabulous Remodel in Glenwood Hills
Like brand new in Glenwood Hills! Nestled in Albuquerque’s majestic Foothills at the end of a cul-de-sac, this 4 Bedroom/3 Full 
Bathroom territorial-style home with new refrigerated air exudes sophistication around every corner. Step into the gourmet kitchen and be pampered by the brand-new granite counter tops, easy-clean flat-surface cook top and stainless steel stove and dishwasher. Almost 50% of this gorgeous home has been remodeled right down to the studs, adding new paint, a ground floor full bathroom, and freshly laid flooring in the family room and master suite. And what a master suite! The huge 34 x 14 master’s quarters finds itself on its own private wing, showcasing its own sitting room, bathroom with separate shower and jetted tub, walk-in closet and private balcony with romantic VIEWS of the city’s twinkling lights. Go out to the 1/4+ acre backyard and throw the football around on the green grass while surrounded by mature fruit trees. There’s even RV/boat parking, a storage shed and oversized garage. Nothing beats luxurious North East Heights living!
3907 Glenwood Hills NE Fabulous Features:
- Approximately 3010 Square Feet
- 4 Bedrooms and Three Full Bathrooms, with one Bedroom and Bathroom downstairs
- Refrigerated Air
- over 1/4 Acre Lot
- Huge 34′ x 14′ Private Master’s Quarters with walk-in closet and private balcony
- Master Bathroom with separate shower and jetted tub
- Gourmet Kitchen with Granite Counter Tops and smooth, easy-clean cooktop and stainless steel appliances
- Freshly Painted in neutral colors
- Brand-new high-end carpeting in living room and Master Suite
- Gorgeous VIEWS of the twinkling city lights and the Sandia mountains
- Great Glenwood Hills location
Check out the Virtual Tour, the next best thing to seeing this lovely home in person, or contact The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977:
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8301 4th ST NW #12 Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM 87114–South West Romance in Los Ranchos
Romance in the North Valley. Nestled in the Don Diego Compound in the Village of Los Ranchos, this lovely Pueblo style home replete with South West accents will absolutely captivate you from beamed ceilings to brick floors. Stroll through the xeriscaped courtyard and open the front door framed by two gorgeous stained glass windows. Your heart will sing when taking in the soaring ceilings, sumptuous corbels, exposed adobe walls, wood-burning kiva fireplace and rouge-colored brick floors, all in absolutely exquisite condition. The talavera tiled kitchen island provides the perfect focal point for the home’s open floor plan design. Green features include thermal windows and passive solar adobe trombe walls. And the peaceful backyard with coyote fencing adds the perfect touch of privacy. ¡Viva Los Ranchos!
8301 4th ST NW Exquisite Features:
- Approximately 2,076 square feet of gorgeous South West space
- 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms
- Located in the Peaceful Don Diego Compound in the Village of Los Ranchos in the North Valley
- Wood-burning Kiva Fireplace
- Modified Trombe Walls producing passive solar heat
- Lovely South West features throughout
Contact The Sugar Team or check out the virtual tour to truly get a feel for its delight:
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Albuquerque’s Neighborhood Drive-by–Nob Hill
A young lady shops for a “cute” skeleton mask in preparation for the upcoming Día de los Muertos celebration. Across the street a
teenage boy sifts through racks of pants, looking for the perfect pair of vintage jeans. A university professor conducts a seminar with some graduate student about Don Quixote over a delicious pint of IPA craft beer. A few blocks down the road an older couple celebrates their 50th wedding anniversary over a caprese salad and handmade, prosciutto-filled ravioli. All this activity and it’s only Thursday! This can only be described as the typical setting you will find in the Nob Hill neighborhood, Albuquerque’s shopping, social, gastronomical and intellectual epicenter.
Developed in the 1920’s and located along Albuquerque’s old Route 66, Nob Hill attributes its hip and cool atmosphere to its proximity to the University of New Mexico, historic Spruce Park and Ridgecrest. 
Located in the heart of the city, Nob Hill’s borders are roughly defined by Lomas to the North, Garfield to the South, Washington to the East and Girard to the West. Because of its convenient location and ideal mixture of commercial and residential properties many describe Nob Hill as one of the only walk-able neighborhoods in town.
Due to its cultural draw tourists choose Nob Hill as their prime destination when visiting Albuquerque. And when homebuyers look to purchase real estate in Albuquerque they inevitably look to Nob Hill as a solid investment.
Nob Hill’s real estate data truly speaks for itself. Going back a year and analyzing the data as of March 23, 2014 for detached 
single-family homes the Average Sales Price was $266,253 the Average Price per Square Foot was $169.02 and the Average Days on the Market was only 57. Compare those numbers to the entire Albuquerque Area where the Average Sales Price was $209,931 the Average Price per Square Foot was $103.21 and Average Days on the Market was 85 (Greater Albuquerque Association of Realtors®).
Distinguishing itself from homes in other parts of town, Nob Hill properties project pure character. Here is where you can you find gleaming hardwood floors, sultry coved ceilings and crackling wood burning fireplaces. To wit, The Sugar Team is offering a gorgeous home located on 413 Morningside DR SE in the heart of Nob Hill. Watch the Virtual Tour to truly enjoy its character:
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Nob Hill Useful Links:On a personal note, The Sugar Team has a deep, close connection with Nob Hill. I graduated from the University of New Mexico in
1999 and lived right on Jefferson while going to grad school. I biked or walked to UNM every day as I didn’t have (nor needed) a car. Presently, all of my favorite Albuquerque restaurants are located right in the neighborhood, whether I’m in the mood for Italian, French, Greek, Thai, Vietnamese, Venezuelan or Pub food. ¡Viva Nob Hill!
412 Wellesley DR SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106–Nob Hill Pueblo
Nestled on a quiet residential street in the heart of Nob Hill, this perfectly remodeled pueblo showcases all the right improvements without losing any vintage charms. The front door reveals gorgeous hardwood floors, coved ceilings and wood-burning fireplace, all flooded in natural light. This home has wonderful flow & can easily be made into a 4-bedroom ideal for families big and small. Updates include the electrical, sewer line, windows and kitchen with enough countertops for everyone to share in the preparation of the feast. The French doors swing open to a peaceful backyard and deck which has autotimer sprinklers to meticulously water your most treasured flora. There’s even a detached 1-car garage discreetly placed off the alley, underscoring its dedication to form and function.
412 Wellesley Dr SE Fabulous Features:
- Approximate 1600 square feet
- 2 Bedrooms with 4 possible
- 1.5 Bathrooms
- Located on a quiet residential street, but fabulous Nob Hill Location
- Remodeled Kitchen and updated electrical, windows and sewer line
- Central, forced-air gas heating
- hardwood floors and no carpet
- wood-burning fireplace
- detached 1-car garage off the alley
Also, check out The Sugar Team’s virtual tour or just call (505) 850-9977 to get a private showing:
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