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4340 Altura Vista Lane NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110: UNM Immaculate Home in Gated Community

December 2, 2018 by The Sugar Team

4340-Altura-Vista-LN-NE-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-UNM-Nob-HillLocated in the super-convenient gated community of Altura Village, this home will WOW you as soon as you open the front door. Greeted by newer, premium flooring, the wood planks lead to a chef’s kitchen with stainless steel appliances, gas stove & granite counter tops (also in the 3 bathrooms). Follow the wood flooring up the stairs bathed in natural light to the spacious Master Suite. The Suite enjoys a nice walk-in closet, double sink & beautifully tiled shower. This home is as practical as it is gorgeous: in 2016 the seller installed a fully-owned 2.12 kW solar system & don’t even get me started on the location!…Mere minutes to UNM, Nob Hill, shopping, the freeway & your own private park and playground, it will delight families of all ages and sizes!

4340 Altura Vista Lane NE Fabulous Features:4340-Altura-Vista-LN-NE-Master-Suite

  • Approximately 1411 square feet
  • 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Countertops in kitchen and bathrooms with premium Granite
  • Stainless Steel Appliances in Kitchen
  • Newer Premium Wood Flooring throughout bottom floor, stairs and hallway
  • Fully-owned 2.12 kW solar system installed in 2016
  • Great gated community location near UNM, Nob Hill, Uptown and freeways
  • Gated community has its own central park for the kiddos

Contact Sutter or Linda of The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 for a private showing and check out the virtual tour below:

Filed Under: Active Solar, Albuquerque Homes For Sale, Albuquerque Neighborhoods, Albuquerque Real Estate, Solar Energy, Solar Panels, Sugar Team, Sustainable Energy, UNM Tagged With: Active Solar, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Solar Energy, Solar Panels, Sustainable Energy

7004 Bangor Avenue NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120: 5 Homes down from Santa Fe Village park, immaculate original Coda Roberson Model

September 21, 2018 by The Sugar Team

7004-Bangor-NW-Albuquerque-Real-EstateOne-owner original model Coda Roberson home in Santa Fe Village is red-ripe for the plucking! The 26′ x 13′ living room with soaring cathedral ceilings and wood-burning stove does not disappoint. Nor does the spacious walk-in closet in the master bedroom. This delightful brick home is as immaculate as it is move-in-ready. It was completely re-plumbed with copper piping, and boasts newer carpets and some fresh paint. The seller even wanted to include the fridge, washer and dryer to make it turn-key. The backyard is a lush green-grass oasis, and then you always have the Santa Fe Village Park and Taylor Ranch Library just five houses down…and the Petroglyphs a mere stone’s throw away.

Bangor’s ‘bangin” Features:7004-Bangor-NW-Albuquerque-Backyard

  • Approximately 1471 square feet
  • 3 Bedrooms / 1.75 Baths
  • Completely re-plumbed
  • Newer carpets
  • Washer, Dryer and Fridge included
  • Lush and green grassy backyard
  • Great Location: close to Taylor Ranch Library, Santa Fe Village Park, the Dog Park and the Petroglyphs

Call The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 for a private tour, or check out the virtual tour:

Filed Under: Albuquerque Homes For Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Coda Roberson, Santa Fe Village, Sugar Team Tagged With: 7004 Bangor NW, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Coda Roberson, Santa Fe Village, Sugar Team

Rio Grande Nature Center

June 14, 2018 by The Sugar Team

Rio-Grande-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-Sugar-TeamA jogger trots along the River Loop Trail shielded by the shade of shimmering cottonwoods.  A peloton blasts down a paved road along the Rio Grande, decked out in day glow spandex.  An older lady sits at a bench on the riverbanks, meditating on the lazily moving river.  A classroom of hyperactive eight-year-olds run through the fascinating exhibits at the Visitor Center, amazingly absorbing a good 30-33% of what is being explained at every station.  These are some of the many scenes you will encounter at the Rio Grande Nature Center State Park, a wonderful destination-point for people of all ages and interests, and homage to the Southwest’s staff of life, the Rio Grande.Candelaria-Wetland-Rio-Grande-Sutter-Sugar-Albquerque

Located in Albuquerque’s North Valley on Candelaria and Rio Grande Blvd the Rio Grande Nature Center is part of a bosque, or cottonwood forest by the wetland bordering the river.  It boasts some 270 acres of woods, meadows and farmland with native grasses, wildflowers, willows and of course, cottonwoods.  The park’s hub consists of the Visitor Center which was designed by Albuquerque native-architect Antoine Predock, and contains many exhibits on the area’s riparian environment.

And the flora and fauna do not disappoint.  The animals provide the eye candy, with a huge range of species: everything from toads to beavers and great horned owls to woodpeckers.  When I stopped by the Visitor Center I had the pleasure of watching a family of turtles from the comfortable air conditioned Predock-designed Observation Room.

Albuquerque-Rio-Grande-Nature-Center-Sugar-TeamIf meditating on a slow-moving group of turtles (also known as a “bale”) isn’t your speed there are many other active ways at the Nature Center to enjoy the Rio Grande.  The Riverwalk Trail and Bosque Loop Trail provide one-mile and 0.8 mile hikes, respectively through open meadows, heavily wooded areas and along the river.  The paved road along the Rio Grande provides the perfect bicycle superhighway for those who want to go real fast.

The Nature Center realizes the vital role that the Rio Grande plays in the Southwest’s ecosystem.  Since it is the fourth longest river system in North America, measuring some 1,248 miles long, it makes sense that Albuquerque holds it in such grande regard.  My own video Sutter Sugar of The Sugar Team is my own tribute to the Rio Grande Nature Center and the Rio Grande, yet another example why I live to live here in Albuquerque!:

Filed Under: Albuquerque, Albuquerque Tourism, North Valley, Rio Grande, Rio Grande Nature Center, Sugar Team, Sutter Sugar Tagged With: Albuquerque Tourism, Antoine Predock, North Valley, Rio Grande, Rio Grande Nature Center, Sugar Team, Sutter Sugar

10420 Princess Jeanne Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112: Immaculate North East Heights Home without a Stitch of Carpet

April 13, 2018 by The Sugar Team

10420-Princess-Jeanne-NE-Albuquerque-NM-Albuquerque-Real-EstateLocated on a residential street in the North East Heights & close to all the best restaurants & businesses, this delightful home shows that it has been loved the moment you drive up to the curb and take in the nice, low maintenance front landscaping. Open the front wooden door & follow the parquet flooring to newly stained concrete floors in the living room & kitchen, & then bamboo floors in 2 of the bedrooms (not a stitch of carpet!). What you see from the outside is NOT what you get: once inside you will notice high ceilings letting in plenty of natural light & three incredibly spacious bedrooms. The living room is the pride and joy of the casa, also spacious with custom wood-burning fireplace. Function rounds out form with double-paned vinyl windows & an included washer, dryer, fridge.

Princess Jeanne Premium Features:Living-Room-10420-Princess-Jeanne-NE-The-Sugar-Team

  • 3 Bedrooms with easy potential for 4
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Approximately 1,689 Square Feet
  • Free of carpet with parquet, ceramic, bamboo and stained concrete
  • double paned windows
  • wood-burning fireplace
  • washer, dryer and refrigerator included to make this home move-in-ready!

Contact The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 for a private showing and watch the video tour:

Filed Under: Albuquerque Homes For Sale, North East Heights, Sugar Team Tagged With: 10420 Princess Jeanne NE, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Sugar Team

The New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science…and Let’s Throw in some Da Vinci!

March 30, 2018 by The Sugar Team

New-Mexico-Museum-Natural-History-Science-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-Sugar-TeamThe most educational and culturally rich area in all of Albuquerque is densely concentrated in a three-block universe in historic Old Town.  Museum Row lines up the most powerful think-tanks, one right after the other: the Albuquerque Museum of Art and History, Explora! Science Center & Children’s Museum and New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science.  And right now, the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science is the shining star, shining brighter than even its sister stars (pulsars?) due to its temporary exhibit “The Genius, Leonardo Da Vinci.”

This isn’t to say that the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science’s permanent exhibits are full of fluff.  Quite the contrary!  Their permanent exhibits Origins, Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Jurassic Super Giants, Age of Volcanoes, Cave Experience, New Mexico’s Ice Age and planetarium could easily fill up your day (and your brain!) for the entire day.

For example, the dinosaur exhibits are truly to be reckoned with.  In the atrium stand the complete, gigantic skeletons of a Seismosaurus and a Tyrannosaurus rex (aka “Stan”) which measures an awe-inspiring forty feet in length and twelve feet in height.  Unbeknownst to most of the public, many dinosaur fossils have been unearthed right here in New Mexico, and Stan is actually the second largest T. rex ever to be discovered.

What makes this exhibit—and others like it throughout the museum—extra special is the participation of the volunteer docentsNew-Mexico-Museum-Natural-History-Science-Albuquerque-Dinosaur-Docent stationed at each one of the key stations.  In the atrium a retired physicist was situated in front of the massive dinosaur skeletons, cheerfully explaining the lineage and evolutionary process of the gargantuan reptiles.  Thanks to the docents, you don’t have to read all the placards (thank God!), and because of the insight of one docent, I learned that the modern lungfish is a key evolutionary animal that still exists today.

Probably my favorite permanent exhibits are the ones dedicated to astronomy and space exploration which appropriately take up almost an entire floor.  Everything from gorgeous large-scale models of our solar system to a Mars rover you can maneuver by remote-control round out these hands-on exhibitions.  There’s even a real meteorite that you can try to lift (believe me, I tried!).

Mona-Lisa-Leonardo-Da-Vinci-AlbuquerqueWithout creating too much of a sense of urgency, it is crucial that everyone visit the temporary exhibit “The Genius, Leonardo Da Vinci” immediately and before it moves to its next location after July 29, 2018.  This scintillating exhibition consists of two parts.  The first focuses on his paintings, and of course the world’s most famous one “la Giocanda,” the laughing one, or Mona Lisa.  In it you will find copious explanations of that famous elusive smile, the shadowy quality of the work and of course, its historic context.  There’s even a replica of the back of the painting (spoiler alert…it’s made of wood!)!

The second part of the exhibit focuses on Da Vinci, the Renaissance inventor.  This exhibition features 75 large-scale machine Leonardo-Da-Vinci-Albuquerque-New-Mexico inventions, all brought to life by modern day artisans from his detailed journals.  You will find everything from real-life concepts of a car to a military tank. What sets this delightful exhibit from any other one I’ve experienced that it is almost all hands-on!  Nothing is more joyful than watching a young boy pull a lever that forces a hammer to slam down on an anvil, or watch a young girl be surprised by pulling a lever that moves a gear, that operates another gear, and so on and so on…, all of which were originally designed by a brilliant mind who lived some 500 years ago.

So, check out the Leonardo Da Vinci exhibit at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science before it goes away!  And if you can’t, please enjoy the video below which hopefully is the next best thing:

Filed Under: Albuquerque Culture, Albuquerque Tourism, Leonardo Da Vinci, Mona Lisa, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Old Town, Sugar Team, Sutter Sugar Tagged With: Albuquerque Tourism, Leonardo Da Vinci, Mona Lisa, New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, Old Town

The National Hispanic Cultural Center

January 29, 2018 by The Sugar Team

National-Hispanic-Cultural-Center-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-The-Sugar-TeamEnjoy this fun and insightful little video about Albuquerque’s cultural icon, the National Hispanic Cultural Center!

Filed Under: Albuquerque Community, Albuquerque Culture, Albuquerque Neighborhoods, Albuquerque Spanish, Barelas, Fonda del Bosque, Instituto Cervantes, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Pop Fizz, Sugar Team, Sutter Sugar, Torreon Tagged With: Albuquerque Tourism, Fonda del Bosque, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Pop Fizz, Sugar Team, Sutter Sugar, Torreon

2704 Espanola Street NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110: Well Maintained Ranch in Uptown

January 19, 2018 by The Sugar Team

2704-Espanola-NE-Albuquerque-NM-87110-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-The-Sugar-TeamLocated in an established NE Heights neighborhood, close to Coronado and Uptown Malls, this ranch style home has been expertly maintained by the owners. In 2012 the windows were replaced with double paned windows and there is ceramic tile in the high traffic areas. The converted garage can serve as an office, craft room or 4th bedroom without losing the large living areas. The back den enjoys a wood burning fireplace before stepping out into the backyard. And oh what a backyard! With grass and with sprinklers feeding the bottom area, there’s even a storage shed to house your landscaping tools!

ESPAÑOLA’S E-SPACTACULAR FEATURES:2704-Espanola-NE-Master-Suite-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-The-Sugar-Team

  • 1832 Square Feet
  • 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Newer double paned windows
  • Great central location, near Coronado and Uptown Malls

Call Sutter of The Sugar Team to arrange a showing (505) 850-9977 and check out the virtual tour:

Filed Under: Albuquerque Homes For Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Sugar Team, Uptown Tagged With: 2704 Espanola NE, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Albuquerque Uptown Homes for Sale, Sugar Team

Albuquerque Neighborhood Drive-by–Ciudad Vista

January 16, 2018 by The Sugar Team

Ciudad-Vista-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-The-Sugar-TeamA bicyclist adorned in an absurdly tight, aerodynamic and pastel-colored outfit zips down Tramway Boulevard.  An older couple sets out on a trail, meandering towards the Embudo Trail trailhead.  A dog-walker ambles forward with her brown Labrador, stopping to sniff every last bush, tree and shiny object on the ground.  The Bus #11 Lomas travels down Turner Drive with its one passenger, preparing to make its end-of-the-line U-turn and head West again on Lomas Boulevard.  Is this the scene of a Norman Rockwell painting, set in 2018?  No, this is just a description of Albuquerque’s residential foothill neighborhood Ciudad Vista on a typical Friday Afternoon.

Despite its peaceful, suburban vibe, one of Ciudad Vista’s major draw is its conveniently accessible location.  Greater Ciudad Vista is situated East of Tramway, West of the Sandia Mountains, South of Lomas and North of Copper, and it consists of the micro neighborhoods Grenada Hills, City View Estates and Eastrange-Piedra Vista.  The ‘hood is a mere three minutes (maybe four?) from the entrance to Interstate 40, and the #11 bus travels the length of Albuquerque, making its U-turn on Turner, the central spine of Ciudad Vista.

Ciudad-Vista-Albuquerque-Real-Estate

Albuquerque-Real-Estate-Ciudad-Vista-The-Sugar-TeamBut perhaps the key to Ciudad Vista’s draw is in the name itself.  In Spanish “ciudad vista” means “city view,” which is only part of the story.  In addition to beautiful views of the twinkling city lights from many of Ciudad Vista’s homes, the area also attracts residents because of its mountain views, hiking paths and overall walkability.

What sets Ciudad Vista apart from other Albuquerque foothill communities is the fact that it maintains its top-shelf amenities while keeping real estate relatively affordable.  For example, in 2017 the Median Sales Price was $219,000; the Average Sales Price was $235,460; the Average Price per Square Foot was 119.65 and the Average Number of Days on the Market was 41.

You will find it to be an absolute delight driving through Ciudad Vista, because the lion’s share of Ciudad-Vista-Albuquerque-Real-Estate-The-Sugar-Teamhomes has a Southwest flair without being cookie-cutter.  Most of the homes are single-story, and the architectural repertoire consists of Pueblo Style, Territorial Style, Northern New Mexico and then Brick Ranch.

For these reasons Sutter of The Sugar Team decided to buy his own home in this wonderful neighborhood.

If you would like to buy or sell a home in Ciudad Vista, and work with a Realtor® who lives, works, and knows the area give him a call (505) 850-9977!

Filed Under: Albuquerque, Albuquerque Neighborhoods, Albuquerque Real Estate, City View Estates, Ciudad Vista, Eastrange-Piedra Vista, Sugar Team Tagged With: Albuquerque Neighborhoods, Albuquerque Real Estate, City View Estates, Ciudad Vista, Eastrange-Piedra Vista, Sugar Team

3308 Ocotillo Court NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111: Gorgeous 4-Bedroom Glenwood Hills brick home with majestic mountain views

July 17, 2017 by The Sugar Team

3308-Ocatillo-CT-NE-Albuquerque-NM-87111Perched up on the hill peering down into an intimate Glenwood Hills cul-de-sac, this lovely 4-bedroom brick home will absolutely delight you the moment you walk in the generous entryway. Freshly painted throughout, the bathrooms & kitchen have all been updated, the kitchen with brand new countertops & the spacious family room with carpeting. And oh, what a family room! Windows flood the room with natural light & a handsome stone fireplace & wet bar assert that this is THE PLACE to entertain! You still have a formal dining room and second living area to choose from. Pass through the sliding doors in the kitchen to experience the crowning jewel: Majestic mountain views right in your own backyard! Backing up to hiking and biking trails, you will appreciate that you chose the right home.

Ocatillo’s Optimal Features:3308-Ocatillo-CT-NE-Albuquerque-NM-87111-Kitchen

  • Approximately 2418 square feet
  • 4 Bedrooms & 2.75 Bathrooms & 2-Car Garage
  • On almost 1/4 acre
  • Located on a cul-de-sac in Glenwood Hills
  • Freshly painted & updated kitchen and bathrooms
  • Family room with brand new carpet
  • MAJESTIC mountain views of the Sandias right out your backyard3308-Ocatillo-CT-NE-Albuquerque-NM-87111-Backyard-Mountain-Views

You will love this home when you see it in person.  Call The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 to arrange a private showing and check out the Virtual Tour to just get a taste:

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Filed Under: Albuquerque Homes For Sale, Albuquerque Neighborhoods, Albuquerque Real Estate, Glenwood Hills, Mountain View, Sugar Team Tagged With: 3308 Ocatillo CT NE, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Sugar Team

1916 Apache Court NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106: Arthur Dekker’s Masterpiece in Netherwood Park

May 3, 2017 by The Sugar Team

1916-Apache-CT-NE-Netherwood-ParkLocated in Netherwood Park in UNM North this custom Arthur Dekker home exudes clean, modern lines and maximum comfort. The front door reveals brick floors that have been laid throughout in a stylistic, herring bone pattern. He was a huge proponent of the open concept & this home does not disappoint. The sleek kitchen with stainless steel appliances and ultra-long granite countertop serves as the social fulcrum with the living room and formal dining room. Rectangular forms were his favorite design concept, echoed in the beamed ceiling, clerestory windows and skylights, letting in abundant natural light. Function also abounds in the home with a newer roof, cooler and updated bathrooms, a heated 4-car tandem garage & lots of storage. It’s no surprise that Arthur Dekker lived in his own masterpiece!

Apache Court Features to Maximize Comfort:1916-Apache-CT-NE-Kitchen

  • Approximately 1904 Square Feet
  • 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full Bathrooms
  • 4-Car Tandem Garage (heated!)
  • Newer Roof
  • Remodeled Kitchen with Granite Countertops
  • Remodeled Bathrooms

Contact The Sugar Team (505) 850-9977 for a private showing and check out the virtual tour of this FAB home:

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Filed Under: Albuquerque Homes For Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Arthur Dekker, Netherwood Park, Nob Hill, UNM Tagged With: 1916 Apache CT NE, Albuquerque Homes for Sale, Albuquerque Real Estate, Arthur Dekker, Netherwood Park

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