Located just east of the University of New Mexico campus and close to downtown, Nob Hill runs from Lomas Boulevard on the north to Garfield Avenue and Zuni Road on the south. It stretches between Washington Street on the east to Girard Boulevard on the west.
Nob Hill is best know for its cosmopolitan style. This is where Albuquerque looks most like a big city, and gets more sophisticated every year. Also know for unique galleries and shops, vibrant nightlife, and great used and vintage clothing stores. Do not forget the original Flying Star, which started out as a Double Rainbow in 1988. Some locals still call it "The DR."
Nob Hill was once the bastion of college students rooming together in single-family homes. However with a recent upsurge of infill condos and upscale housing, it has become one of the most sought after parts of the city. Area real estate prices range from $229,000 for a small 3-bedroom home to $750,000 + for larger residences.
This district is rich with trivia. Nob Hill was listed on the National Register on August 3, 2001, making it an official historic area. When Nob Hill was platted in 1916, a ground mounted water tank served the area's residents. When the tank was replaced by the City's water system, it remained, and a house was built around it. The tank became a living room. Look for them at 319 Carlisle SE. Noted architect Louis Hesselden designed the Nob Hill Shopping Center, which still stands at Central and Carlisle. The center is a mix of Moderne and Territorial Revival styles.
