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Pinon Pointe Park is located in Pinon Pointe Subdivision in Ventana Ranch.

This is just one of the many large parks in Ventana Ranch.

Ventana Ranch is a neighborhood that is different than other neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

If you are relocating to Albuquerque and are looking for an area that feels suburban, then Pinon Pointe at Ventana Ranch might be the right place for you. In addition to parks there is a clubhouse with a pool, basketball and tennis courts. There are also many miles of walking trails.Ventana Ranch is one of Albuquerque's more family friendly neighborhoods.

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Today I received an email from an individual who asked, ‘Why are you blogging about Albuquerque Academy (AA) on a real estate blog?’ I thought for a minute then I decided to make it the topic of my blog.
First of all, let my preface my answer by giving you some background information. My affiliation with Albuquerque Academy (AA) started in 1999 when the older of my two sons was accepted there. Seven years later he graduated and went on to further his studies at MIT. In 2001 the younger of my two sons got into the Academy. During his tenure, he participated in Track & Field and Football. I was hooked on football. I consider myself a lifetime Albuquerque Academy (AA) Charger Fan.

I could answer the question in this way: the people that I deal with on a regular basis are into Albuquerque Academy Chargers' Football. There aren't too many bloggers out there paying attention to Albuquerque Academy, much less to blog about Chargers' Football.

Also, to the extent that real estate agents are getting involved in social networking to increase their business, writing about Albuquerque Academy Chargers Football on my real estate blog is one and the same in terms of logic.

Albuquerque Academy is the best that New Mexico has to offer. It has been ranked 6th in the nation for Independent Schools. On a yearly basis it has an average of 30 Merit Finalists; some of it graduates go on to the best institutions of higher learning across nation. It excels in both academics and extra-curricular activities.
Real estate in close proximity of the Academy, usually hold their values very well. So for individual who are thinking about buying, they should consider this area. And for families with children they should definitely consider Albuquerque Academy

Briar Ridge Subdivision at Ventana Ranch is a small, relatively new subdivision in Northwest Albuquerque. The homes in the neighborhood were built by KB Homes from approximately 1999-2003.

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School children in Briar Ridge go to Ventana Ranch Elementary school, Tony Hillerman Middle School and Volcano Vista High Schools. Tony Hillerman and Volcano Vista are newer schools; Hillerman opened in 2009 and Volcano Vista opened in 2007. Ventana Ranch Elementary opened in 2004. There is also a new elementary school in the neighborhood, Tierra Antigua, so be careful to check with APS to determine where your child might go. More information on Ventana Ranch Schools.

Briar Ridge park is located in the subdivision and is a large park with a large grassy field,  a playground for toddlers and small children and a covered picnic area. More information and more pictures of Briar Ridge Park.

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Briar Ridge subdivision is located in the southwestern part of Ventana Ranch near Rainbow and Paseo del Norte for an easy commute across town. Unser Blvd is the main traffic artery to Rio Rancho and south to Interstate 40. There's also easy access to Double Eagle Airport and Interstate 40 west on Paseo del Norte and Paseo del Volcan.

There hasn't been much activity in the real estate market in 2009 in Briar Ridge. The neighborhood is small and there has been only one closed sale this year. There have been 4 cancelled listings, 2 expired listings and 1 withdrawn listing. Currently there are three homes for sale. Contact me, Rich Cederberg REMAX EliteAgent , to get details on the current homes for sale or for a market analysis if you are thinking of selling your Briar Ridge home.

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Briar Ridge Park is located in Briar Ridge Subdivision in Ventana Ranch.

This is one of several large parks in Ventana Ranch.

Ventana Ranch is a neighborhood that feels much different than other neighborhoods in Albuquerque.

People relocating to Albuquerque like the suburban feel. You'll notice the beautiful landscaping and pride of ownership as you drive through the subdivision. Ventana Ranch is one of Albuquerque's more family friendly neighborhoods.

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Camino De Las Animas - The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico

by Michael Umphrey on November 21, 2009

Camino De Las Animas - The Neighborhoods of Santa Fe, New Mexico

The smell of the sleeping streets calms me on my morning walk through Camino De Las Animas. Birds sing and the dogs bark. It's a short lane near downtown Santa Fe with a gorgeous abundance of Victorian, Territorial and Pueblo Revival architecture. No less prominent is the home of one of our most famous artists, Gustav Baumann, now owned and preserved by the Historic Santa Fe Foundation. Several homes on this street are included in the National Register of Historic Places. When you come to visit Santa Fe, be sure to take a stroll on this magical street to see why life in this city is so enchanting. While you're here, be sure to take a look at Home For Sale In The Neighborhood

Michael's Minute of Real Estate

The President signed an extension and expansion of the Homebuyer Tax Credit through April 30, 2010. As long as the home is under contract by that date and closing occurs by June 30, 2010 an $8,000 tax credit is available for first-time homebuyers (those who have not purchased a home within the last three years). A credit if $6,500 is available for homeowners who have lived in the home they are selling, or have sold, as a principle residence for five consecutive years of the past eight. These credits are available to buyers with incomes below $125,000 for singles and $225,000 for married couples. Homes valued at more than $800,000 are not eligible. Please feel free to call me for more details at 505.470.4180

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Each week I let you know about an outstanding business in Santa Fe. Let me introduce Dr. Chris Fuller of High Country Macula, Retina and Vitreous. Chris is a surgeon most capable for any type of ocular trauma, having travelled the world with ORBIS International, a non-profit organization exclusively dedicated to improving eye care in some of the world's most remote, impoverished and underserved areas. Let him know I referred you and he'll take extra special care of you. He can be reached at 505.982.5716. If you need anything, especially if you're new to town, take a look at My Referral Directory.

I'm hoping to see you in the neighborhood. Let me be the first to say, "Happy Thanksgiving!"

Michael Umphrey