Filled by impressive pueblo architecture and with the striking Sandia Mountains occupying the skyline, the North Valley embodies the image of a Southwestern utopia. This area is a lush green valley that runs along the Rio Grande. Residences consist primarily of single-family homes. Existing housing in the North Valley is diverse in type, quality, size, and price. Very little land is developed with apartments or high density housing. Three separate jurisdictions including the City of Albuquerque, the Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, and the land that lies in the unincorporated area of Bernalillo County comprise this lovely area.

Serene settings of large horse properties to smaller, older pueblo style homes in a more urban setting spice up this area. The long expanse of Rio Grande boulevard provides the perfect Sunday drive to tour the lovely estates and Bosque area that Valley living provides.

The North Valley was used as farmland, and it retains much of its rural character. Winding streets lead past old farmhouses, and the deep lots run perpendicular to the river, bordered by irrigation ditches that still bring vital water to local farms, including orchards and vineyards. The North Valley is part of the oldest wine-producing area in North America, and several wineries are located here. The area's weekly farmers' markets are extremely popular, selling fresh, seasonal produce as well as baked goods, preserves and crafts.

To live in the "Valley" provides you with easy access to downtown office centers, within a 20 minute drive.

Homes range in price from $400,000 to over $2,000,000 for large horse properties and estates.