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La Luz
Along the West Side of the Rio Grande Bosque sits internationally known and ABQ–based Architect Antoine Predock’s New Urbanism Community of La Luz. Click to see what is for sale.
UrbanABQ West
The UrbanABQ area is the miles-wide ribbon on both sides of the famous Route 66 Mother-Road, which includes dozens of unique neighborhoods--some of the most interesting homes in the city. UrbanABQ West stretches from Old Town through Downtown, to the Huning Hughlands, East of Downtown (EDo).
UrbanABQ East
Many residential homes in both these areas often have historical, architectural, or cultural significance. UrbanABQ East includes the numerous neighborhoods around the University of NM (UNM). Just east is Nob Hill--with its historic buildings, abundant neon and high style, it's the MetroABQ's premier district for unique shopping, dining and entertainment.
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Chris
Welcome to my little corner of Albuquerque, the greatest place to live in the whole Southwest! With the best weather, incredible scenery and location, numerous booming economies and tons of wonderful things to see and do, it's no wonder more people are making the MetroABQ their home.
As one of top Century 21 agents in New Mexico, I am a dedicated seven-days-a-week real estate professional who knows and loves the MetroABQ area. My office is centrally located just north of Nob Hill near the Big-I–close enough to be anywhere in the greater Metro within minutes. I continually seek out the hidden gems in all areas of the city for my buyers, and I am a tireless promoter of all my listings. Thanks for checking out my site and don't hesitate to call/email/text me about anything!
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1026 Vassar Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Welcome to North Campus! This fantastic location is a few blocks from one of the largest greenspace walking trails in Mid-City--the UNM Golf Course. From there, you have access to 50+ miles of bike lanes stretching across the Metro. Super spacious home includes hardwood floors, a large Living Room, Family Room w/unique fireplace & backyard entry + Formal Dining room. Kitchen is charming: great beveled wood cabinets, wood counters & the coolest breakfast nook--old-timey diner booth. Two bedrooms downstairs share a bath & two bedrooms upstairs are separated for privacy. The HUGE upstairs bedroom is 21x15!...room for your office, kingsize & armoire; amazing views from all the windows. Tons o storage up & down! Huge backyard perfect for kids play area & gardens. Walk to Nob Hill, UNM. Wow!
13 Pool Street NW
Complete remodel in this stunning Antoine Predock-designed La Luz townhome. 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms. 1817 sqft.
1508 Summer Avenue NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Stunning contemporary Neo-Deco home nestled on an Old Town cul-de-sac! Ron Hanks-designed soft-close cabinets amid quartz counters, Bosch appliances, unique pendant lights, built-in wine rack & quartz island b'fast bar...that's just the kitchen. Also: polished concrete floors, signature steel beamed entertainment center w/built-in bookcases & dramatic steel staircase, Hunter Douglas & Pella. Downstairs Master has Kohler 'aqueduct' dual-vanity fixtures, marble step-in shower & custom walk-in. Upstairs: two bedrooms + rounded loft/office space w/wonderful Downtown & Mtn views from rooftop balcony; cool laundry shoot. Roomy Jack-n-Jill dual vanities & penny-round shower tile. Extremely efficient LEED & Energy Star certified w/bright Solatubes--a truly Green experience. You Must See This Home!
1608 Lead Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Fantastic 2-bedroom/1-bath home between UNM/CNM w/2-bedroom/1-bath detached guest house--live in one & rent the other! Front is 1086sqft w/ a great enclosed front porch, generous-sized livingroom & kitchen, hall built-ins; south bedroom has direct bath access. Back apartment is 861sqft, w/a living room skylight, laminate floors, great separation of space for added privacy & private alley access. Both homes include separate laundry rooms, private wood deck patios & additional storage rooms, not included in sqft. Both units also include tiled kitchen & bath flooring. Numerous secure/gated off-street parking spaces for each unit. Newer H2O heater in back & newer back flat roof. Both units always rented: Front $825; Back $725. Walk to either school or Nob Hill, Presbyterian, EDo & Downtown.
1906 Silver Avenue SE
Wonderful Arts & Crafts brick Bungalow in the Silver Hill Neighborhood, built in 1924 & on National Register of Historic Places.
2 Link NW
Renowned Architect Antoine Predock’s La Luz: Welcome to 2 Link NW–Incredible views from the large upstairs bedroom, and everything else La Luz has to offer!
2 Tumbleweed, NW
Welcome to 2 Tumbleweed, the only updated-&-move-in-ready single-story home in historic La Luz!!
2112 Gold Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
Excellent rental opportunity 2 blocks from UNM & 4 blocks from CNM>. 1545sf main house: 4 bedrooms, 1.75 baths, each room individually rented; plus backyard duplex: 551sf, renting for $525; & 408sf, renting for $425, each has one bedroom/one bath. Total income for the main house & duplex is $2700! Possible to live in one & rent rest of property, which pays the mortgage. Back unit & entire sewerline recently replaced. Cool features: back unit 'A' has private courtyard & own laundry, new swamp, with looongtime tenant & fenced backyard for privacy. Main house has laundry, wood floors, fans, hall builtins, arched doorways, cove ceilings, great enclosed front 'study porch'. Plenty of off-street parking: several spaces in front & 4 tandem parking spots along the side--everyone has a space.
2112 Oxford Avenue SE
Sweet Pueblo-style home w/lush backyard oasis, steps from Central NM College (CNM) & UNM. Great covered side porch chill space for morning coffee in the shade.
212 Dartmouth Drive SE
Sweet Mediterranean-style Nob Hill home among other historic gems: Arches, ceramic tile & large arched front picture-window. Great original Art Deco wall sconces, kitchen & bath tile, unique Nichos, hardwood floors & saltillo tile. NM Revival punched tin light fixture + other original details. Spacious & open living, dining rooms w/2 generous bedrooms in main house. Includes private detached 320sqft Casita w/tiled bath & open living area w/own private entrance & new electric service.
3513 Northfield Ct. NW, ABQ, NM 87107
Spacious & private North Valley home in limited-access neighborhood, end of cul-de-sac, steps from Garfield Park. Updates: new roof(!), newer refinished hardwood floors & refinished glass-front cabinet faces, thermal windows, new ceiling fans, dishwasher, gas stove, refrigerator, recessed lighting, living area carpet; upgraded hall bath w/new tile, fixtures & pedestal sink. Tons'o storage: Kitchen Pantry shelves, hallway linen & coat closets, skylighted laundry room w/cabinets, hall nichos, 4th bedroom wall'o closets! Large private Master has updated bath w/walk-in & linen closets & private back courtyard access. Includes breakfast nook + formal dining room--w/China cabinet--& 2 Living Rooms. Backyard w/high walls, covered patio & storage shed. Close to N Valley walk/bike trails. Come see
4115 Sunland Circle NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107
Absolutely stunning top-to-bottom remodel by award-winning master woodworker, on a North Valley lane. Contemporary updated Chef's kitchen: soft-close drawers, Shaker & 'Raining Glass' cabinets, stainless appliances, Corian & alder countertops, white wave pendant lights, b'fast bar, subway tile backsplash, recessed. All new: Evap cooler, plumbing, stucco, electric, H2O heater & brick flooring. Guest bath has cool cobalt concrete vanity, 'Skatepark' sink & minimalist shower tile accents. Large Master has concrete floors, wood-burning fireplace, slate-stone banco, walk-in, concrete vanity & step-in shower w/rain showerhead. 2nd bed w/private backyard entrance. Private shaded west-facing portal w/flagstone patio is flanked by trellised vines & greenscape garden areas. So much more...come see!
4671 Idlewilde Drive SE, ABQ NM 87108
Wonderfully updated Spanish Pueblo Revival home in Parkland Hills, next door to Ridgecrest & Nob Hill. Viga-beamed front covered porch w/corbels great for relaxed afternoons. Inside you'll find hardwood floors, hallway arch, Roman Shade window coverings, hall linen closet built-ins. Kitchen has stainless stove, tons o' cabinets & unique rough-cut stone counter tile. New: thermal windows, H2O Heater, TPO Roof w/24yr warranty(!), added insulation for cozy winters, fresh paint, 3M shatterproof window glaze. Private spacious 3rd bedroom has wood stove & own entrance. Enjoy green features: 2 water collection systems, recycled greywater--great for raised backyard gardens, a composter, xeriscaped front & back w/shade trees. Backyard has 2 storage sheds & shady wood-beamed patio w/views. Come see!
502 Ortiz Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Sweet + spacious patiohome w/amazing light! From private west-facing front courtyard--perfect for shaded morning coffee--enter into high 12'-ceiling livingroom, w/porcelain tile & numerous clerestory windows for warmth & light even in cold months! Grand wood-burning Kiva centerpiece w/blower & nichos, livingroom plumbed for wetbar/H2O fountain. Eat-in kitchen w/stainless appliances, pantry cabinets & Butler's window to open dining room. From kitchen, private east-facing courtyard w/raised gardens on dedicated drip system...amazing tomatoes have grown here! Back inside, great interior 10x10’ office space could be 3rd bedroom. Master w/walk-in & large step-in shower. Skylights in all bedrooms & baths. Great storage: hall linen closets, builtins, entry coat closet + garage shelves. Come see!
534 Gene Court Albuquerque, NM
Wonderful North Valley home with wonderful outside four-season living space, in limited-access neighborhood!
6 Tennis Court NW
Renowned Architect Antoine Predock’s La Luz: Welcome to 6 Tennis Court NW–Come for the views, stay for the sense of community!
607 Edith Blvd. SE ABQ, NM 87102
Welcome to Huning Highlands & the historic 'Alexander Craig House'! Built 1886, the home has original Victorian woodwork--the spindle fretwork spandrel above dining room entry dates to Queen Anne period ~1900; also w/typical Victorian 2-door entry, both opening to prominent east-facing front covered porch. Remodeled in the 1930's, the Craigs installed tapered Craftsman-style bungalow porch columns. Also has north-side porch. Inside: original hardwood floors, rare transoms w/hardware & cool antique Pendant Chandeliers in Living, Formal Dining & Parlor; 11'ceilings, crown molding, b'fast nook, basement storage, mudroom; newer grounded electric. 2-car garage/workshop. Large corner lot w/room for gardens. **See attached document for State Tax Credit info for Cultural Properties. Come see!
6602 Elwood Drive NW
Incredible N Valley home on 1/3ac w/bonus 2nd St. access & backyard pull-through, is perfect for home business: water gardens, greenhouse/tree nursery, private mechanic--room for supplies & work vehicles; 1000's of cars pass your business signs daily! R-3 Zoned for more density, could be townhomes. Inside you'll see unique contoured stairwell, spacious rooms, brick fireplace, east-facing Sunroom, private Master Suite w/rooftop access, refinished bathrooms, thermal windows, granite tile kitchen counters, new cabinet faces, cool b'fast nook, pantry, hardwood floors, heat/cool combo, built-ins, private office/4th bed. Outside: high privacy walls surround property; hot tub & cabana house, gazebo, pergola-covered gas firepit & BBQ, swimming-pool-hole ready for lining! Very versatile property!
701 Amherst Dr. SE
Charming and spacious red-brick Ranch home on large corner lot across from Bandelier Elementary. 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms.
701 Roma Ave NW
Exquisite 1897 Queen Anne Revival Three-Story Downtown Victorian Mansion, on the edge of the 4th Ward Historic District. Currently a busy eight-room Bed & Breakfast.
7101 Casa Elena Drive NE
Sweet & spacious home in limited-access Vista del Norte neighborhood, wonderfully updated!
7209 Primrose Drive NW
Wonderful 4-bedroom Taylor Ranch brick home, a short walk to Mariposa Basin Park, w/3 walking trail loops around ponds--a birders delight--plus playgrounds & sports fields.
805 Carlisle Boulevard
I'm Gorgeous Inside! Wonderfully spacious & private indoor living spaces, & my backyard is a lush Oasis--mature trees shade patio deck, vines hug large electrified workshop/storage; another shaded sitting area awaits outside dry sauna & hottub..
809 Silver Ave., ABQ, NM 87102
Exquisite Downtown Live/Work in the acclaimed Silver Lofts. Across from Flying Star, 809 Silver is the 1st-&-best phase w/street-level floor-to-ceiling windows facing the iconic restaurant--hundreds of customers get coffee & meals w/views of your storefront--home office, massage, CPA, Salon, ETC--no better advertising. Also very rare for Downtown: secure/gated 2-car garage! 2nd Floor: vaulted 17' ceilings w/wall-o-windows; kitchen has Stainless appliances, black granite counters, large pantry, open floorplan w/bamboo flooring & east-facing cantilevered metal balcony. 3rd floor is living room loft; 4th-floor private bedroom includes fabulous enclosed walk-out deck w/dramatic Downtown views, walk-in, jetted tub. Perfect AirBnB/VRBO location--walk to everything, secure & private. Come see!
818 Santa Fe Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Extraordinary Barelas all adobe home sits upon 1/4+acres of mature tree surrounded by garden greenbelt; this place is amazing! Just 2 min walk to the river, home has legal In-Law Suite--live in the front & rent the back, or live in the whole house. Total of ~2132sqft: Main house is: 1193sqft w/2 bedrooms & full bath. A 12x12' bonus room separates the private 1 bed/1 bath 637sqft guest quarters, w/ it's own entrance. Plus: private detached 20x14' artist studio sits across lush property & has electric & water stubbed-out. Main house has new engineered wood floors in light/bright livingroom, Talavera kitchen & bath, Saltillo elsewhere & especially unique shower ceiling! Fully landscaped corner lot: big shade trees, fruit trees, gardens, huge west-facing covered patio, storage shed. Come see!
823 Silver Avenue SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
In the award-winning Downtown Silver Lofts, a remarkable 1st-phase corner unit, with side courtyard access. Work from your spacious ground-level office/salon/massage/medical arts business, w/wonderful polished concrete & floor-to-ceiling windows for tons of natural light; includes a convenient half bath. Live in the upper spaces: wonderful vaulted ceiling 2nd floor has bright living room w/hardwood floors, kitchen w/granite counters & stainless appliances + a south-facing cantilevered steel balcony. 3rd floor bedroom has high ceilings, a very private balcony w/stunning views & a slate stone tiled bath. Also: recessed lighting throughout & a cool steel stairwell. Enjoy direct access to the always-shady landscaped courtyard. Perfect AirBnB/VRBO location--walk to everything, secure & private!
8805 Spain Road NE ABQ NM 87111
Stunning Academy-Area Home! Drive by & you'll NEED to go inside. Beautiful front w/crisp new stucco & clean-lined dramatic entry. Inside, Travertine tile throughout; the unique Edison Chandelier frames Formal Dining w/vaulted light & bright clerestory windows. New Chef's Kitchen: soft-close Hickory cabinets line fantastic white-speckled Granite counters, w/stainless appliances. Living Room w/espresso wood-beam ceiling, Granite wetbar & porcelain-plank fireplace w/Black Walnut mantel. Master private courtyard, walk-in, dual bathroom vanities w/marble counter, freestanding full-body tub & glassed-in shower w/rainfall. Grassy-green backyard Oasis: tranquil waterfall & wraparound covered patio. Also: 6 skylights, bonus office, spacious bedrooms, new TPO roof, HVAC & H20 Heater. Whew..come see
Testimonials
"Chris Lucas is highly regarded by our family for his kindness and professionalism. His expertise in listing our property was far beyond our expectations. His enthusiasm and pride in his work shined through the beautiful marketing he provided for our home.
Thank you!"-- Aaron Bleacha & Julie Pacheco
"Chris Lucas contacted us quickly by phone after emailing him when searching for an agent. Upon meeting him he was knowledgeable, friendly, personable, and our dog warmed up to him in minutes.
Chris relentlessly advocated for us as every stage of selling our home and purchase another one. Both deals occurred quickly and I feel neither sale or purchase would have been as quick or successful with another agent."-- Aaron Blecha & Julie Pacheco
Chris was a great person with whom to work. His knowledge of Albuquerque is encyclopedic. After I saw a few houses about which I had some reservations, he landed me at one that struck a perfect balance. He was on top of all the details and we closed in quick order.
I will strongly recommend Chris Lucas to anybody I know seeking property in Albuquerque.
-- Al Short
Chris was a pleasure to work with. He was ethical and hard working. Very knowledgeable. Would definitely highly recommend him.
-- B & J, Taylor Ranch
I researched agents online, by talking to acquaintances, and by looking at sales history in my neighborhood. When I met Chris, I was impressed by his level of knowledge as well as his experience. He was very professional and had a good sense of humor. I was impressed by the work he showed me from past sales. I was extremely happy with how he handled the sale of my house. He knows the Albuquerque real estate market well, and he worked tirelessly to sell my home. He is an excellent agent.
-- Danielle Grado
This is the guy you want as your agent. Period. I've bought and sold a few properties over the past 10 years, and I've never seen an agent go to bat like Chris did for me. He uses solid evidence and research to determine values - buying and selling - and added a vast amount of intelligence and ethics to my transaction. It is a strange market these days, and you need to have the best resources available to make an informed decision. He's one of those resources.
-- E M Adler
"We have dealt with a number of sellers' and buyers' agents in various cities in the past, and Chris Lucas is definitely one of the two best agents we have ever dealt with.The other agent, in Tucson, had actually won many awards for going above and beyond for her out of town clients.Chris Lucas is in the same league and is an outstanding, helpful, and knowledgeable real estate professional. Chris also has interests in Native American arts, history, current events, and local charitable causes, including canine rescue organizations. Because of his college journalism background, his descriptive writing is excellent whether presenting a real estate listing or a critique on the current dining scene in Albuquerque. Chris cares about his community and his chosen full time real estate career --- and most importantly, he is detail-oriented,caring, and authentic."
-- Edward & Jacqueline Arnold
"Chris Lucas is the best. He was constantly in touch and informed me of progress every step of the way. His knowledge of Albuquerque is outstanding. He appreciates architecture, history and responds to questions. Most of all he is patient, kind and generous. I sold my house in the cold of winter. Chris helped and got it sold. "
-- Elisabeth Van Camp
"Chris was grand to work with. He allowed us to take our time, went through several variations and offers etc. and stayed focused throughout."
-- Jeff Krueger
"Chris was a real partner in the sale process, with helpful input and patiently educating me on the process."
-- John Mendenhall
"I have known Chris for several years both as a friend and now as my realtor with this recent transaction. He is knowledgeable, trustworthy, conscientious, responsive and an overall great person to be with! Chris is all this and more! I trusted Chris to follow-up and move the process along, and he did so with a professional demeanor paired with humor, at all times.
Chris spent a great deal of extra time trying to track down information re: the solar web connection for the solar installation on the newly purchased property. He was always right "on top of" each step of the negotiations and purchasing process.
Support by the Century 21 Unica office staff was also excellent as evidenced by email messages I received."
-- Mary Zaremba
"I chose Chris based on reading reviews on his website.
I have bought and sold several properties over the years, and Chris is by far the most efficient agent I have ever used!
Timely communication is important to me and Chris exceeded my expectations.
Chris made the entire buying process a delightful experience!"-- Richard & Lara Willard
I chose Chris Lucas over other brokers that I interviewed because he was more intelligent, better informed and easier to talk to. Also, my husband was ill at the time and we both knew that I would be selling the house and moving to another state after his death. We felt that Chris Lucas was the only broker in ABQ sensitive enough to deal with what I would be going through emotionally during the time of the sale. Even though it was three years later when I called Chris, he was ready to handle the sale and deal with my demands during that sensitive time in my life. I was not an easy client to work with and he was incredibly tolerant and sold the property in a matter of weeks.
Chris Lucas was genuinely kind and generous with his time and expended a great deal of energy with regard to the sale of my house. It was a good experience overall. The overall experience was outstanding because of Chris Lucas.-- Sharon van Ivan, South Valley; now NY City
"Chris was wonderful to us and always had our back. He was strong in negotiations and that is exactly what we needed. We would highly recommend him.
He was always available when we had questions."-- Taya & Jesse Davis
Chris Lucas' knowledge of the property, was very valuable to my wife and I. He's very friendly, and went above and beyond for us.
-- Timothy Martinez & Angel Apodaca
Talk about a wonderful guy! Loved doing business with Chris: he was patient, light-hearted, knowledgeable, professional, and someone I'd love to have for a friend as well as a realtor.
-- Zillow Agent Review
Chris is a wonderful, knowledgeable realtor. As a first time homebuyer, I began this process with very little knowledge about how to find a house. I found one online, and Chris's contact information came up, so I sent him a message to get more information. He called me within 20 minutes. He was prompt, and began helping me figure out what I wanted in a house. Buying a house can be a daunting task, but Chris made the process easy. He has vast knowledge of the area, and what to look for when buying a house. I ended up buying a rather large house for very little. Chris helped me find exactly what I wanted, and taught me everything I know about real estate. I feel like I didn't only gain a realtor, but also a friend. I would definitely recommend him to anyone trying to buy or sell a home.
-- Zillow Agent Review