The High Desert Community, located in the Foothills of Albuquerque, is a diverse mix of housing. This includes single family homes and townhouses. At present, there is new housing in development with “The Legends” located at the corner of Cortaderia and Academy.
This area of Albuquerque contains neighborhood shopping and small businesses, including Albertsons and Hollywood Video. The Cherry Hills Library is about four miles from High Desert. The City’s Park and Ride serves the neighborhood with a location at Montgomery and Tramway.
Recreational opportunities include access to the Sandia Foothills open space which has hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. This provides access to Embudito Trailhead. Dogs are allowed on leash. On-site parking is available. City tennis courts are available at the High Desert Park with two courts. The High Desert Neighborhood has an intricate system of walking trails.
- Acres: 8
- Playground: 2
- Full Basketball Court: 2
- Picnic Tables: 3
- Tennis Courts: 2
- Volley Ball: 1
- Soccer Field: 1
High Desert Schools:
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Ashley Drake Gephart |
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Hi Ashley, High Desert sounds like a really unique and special community. That’s realy great being so close to transportation!!
Ashley, What a beautiful community and what an incredible view, wow.
The High Desert Community has many recreational opportunities.Wow, hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails and even dog friendly. This High Desert neighborhood has great amenities for all members of a family! Love your pictures of the area!
Ashley, what a great place to live, the views are awesome, great show.
Ashley – This community is what I imagine living in Albquerque to be. I have driven through your beautiful city and love the scenic views of the mountains and desert.
Stephanie – High Desert is so a great location with access to the foothills yet convenient to the rest of Albuquerque.
Mana the views are truly spectacular!
Janis – High Desert is really a great place for anyone that enjoys the outdoors. Add in the views and you can’t go wrong!
Missy – The views are 360º of awesomeness!
Paula – I think High Desert really offers the best views of Albuquerque.
Wow – this is gorgeous. Coming from the mountains, the desert seems like a completely different world.
Wonderful, comprehensive information on the High Desert, Albuquerque area. Love the pictures!
Karen – It really is different up in High Desert. Of course it is in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains but it looks a lot different than than ones in PA.
Sandi – Thanks! It’s a great place to take photos is beautiful.
Just wanted to say that I’ve been enjoying your blog. It does make me miss that part of the country. I’ll be back!
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