Hey everyone, it’s Skip! If you want my FREE RELOCATION GUIDE with information on all things Albuquerque, New Mexico, you can download it here: contact.buyorsellrealestatenow.com/abqcityrelocationguide
I was considering moving to Albuquerque so I watched a video tour. If I didn't know any better, it looked like another side of my town, but cleaner. The weather is similar except its 15 degrees colder than where I live. That's perfect because it's hot as hell here, but the winters are the best because it's not that cold. It has almost the same population as my town. My only concern is whether or not there's enough water to live out in the desert just outside of town. All that undeveloped land outside of town is so cheap that it's worth buying and having a well put in if there's enough water to grow food and keep animals.
We've got water! Most of our water comes from the aquafer so you should be fine to dig a well...it just depends on which area you are looking at! Excited to have you in NM!
Yes it’s beautiful here in Albuquerque but it’s high in crime I hate to say! Be street smart ! One do not leave anything at all in your car period! Your car will be broke into mostly likely. Or it will be stolen. Buy a lock for you steering wheel! These are a must! Buy cameras for your outside & inside. Plus install flood & motion lights too! Keep your doors lock as well! I might suggest Tijeras to live at. Less crimes! Sincerely do look a crime rate & cars that are stolen! Honestly do not stay in a hotel in Albuquerque! Your car or your uhaul will be stolen from the parking lot! Sad but true! Look it up how many times it happens! I personally I tell all my friends never stop & spend the night in Albuquerque! Stay in Edgewood before you get to Albuquerque! I do live here ! I forgot to mention the shooting that goes on too! Good luck with anyone moving here! Just be safe & your guard up!
Nob hill ! It use to be a good place to live but a lot of break ins . Just last night a neighbor got broke into off Gold I believe! It’s gone crazy . I live a block from where all the Christmas decorations were stolen too! Plus I had some a bench ripped off too! Sad !
I’m currently considering to pursue graduate studies at UNM… but now you mention the crimes around Albuquerque I’m not sure if living there as a student is a good idea 😭
I'm from a very low-sun area and have a lot of issues with seasonal depression. The cloudiness really really gets to me. I'm thinking about relocating to Albuquerque, but I'm curious about the perspective of people who live there, if so much sunshine ever gets tedious day after day. I've been out to visit and of course I think the area is gorgeous but I'm a bit hesitant because of 'tourist syndrome', that I wouldn't like it as much living there as when I visited. In any case, it looks like a really great market for buying a house.
Bill, you bring up some good points! I'm obviously a big fan of ABQ/Rio Rancho however the climate takes some getting used to. Remember, we're at elevation so the direct sunlight will fry you if you're not careful. We've seen an influx of buyers from the Pacific Northwest moving here here escape the clouds....let us know when you'd like to take a closer look at our State!
So glad I found your videos!!! I've been stuck in Indiana my whole life and am one of those people who chooses to ride a bike instead of drive a car. I'm saving 10,000 big ones and I'm starting over!! So excited Albuquerque seems so great, that's where I want to go
@@AllAboutABQ ok. Well you’re familiar with the humidity, Canadian geese nasty and mean and the days and days with no sunshine along with the people with frowns on their faces due to no sunshine of course that’s my theory.
We're about 3yrs down a 5yr plan to leave Phx for the East Mountains... few acres, big shop, small ICF casita to start out. The people, pace, & climate are exactly what we need.
@@davidlaney6153 ...eh, my wife happens to be black, & that sort of thing doesn't go over well anywhere between Pine & Springerville. 6-7yrs ago when we decided to leave Phx, we checked all the way to Chino. plus the BROdozer drivers suck, lol. 191 & SRC are great roads tho
@@Krazie-Ivan I'm mixed myself and I have not run into any racism here, I think some people conflate conservative with racism but not always the case, the worse racism I ever personally witnessed was in California not the South...
@@Krazie-Ivan Albuquerque don’t discriminate with race but we do discriminate on ur choice of NFL team. I would recommend living close to the mountains, all around a good experience. I’m born and raised, I been traveling for the last 3 years. New Mexico is extremely beautiful and unique, I’m going back home in 2 weeks 🙏🏽
There are great restaurants here. and, for the most part the people are friendly. (Funny video!) * I had an 2-day express delivery held up indefinitely because the store said my card was issued outside the US. It was issued by a bank in downtown Albuquerque. I told them they had only two choices, ship my order that day or refund my $1200. They had no other option. They shipped it. * Not only calories, but cholesterol also. But I really like the city. It's more laid back and slower paced than other large cities.
My family settled in N New Mexico in the 1590s. Sopapillas and a few other NM Foods have their origins in Sephardic Foods, (Sephardi are Jews from Spain and Portugal) Among the Sephardi who went to Greece and Italy in 1492 you find Sopapillas served with honey but called Bumuellos. In Mexico they are not puffy, but covered in honey and cinnamon and called Bunuellos.
My family was once flying to Texas from the uk and we had to transit in Phoenix Arizona I got speaking to a family from New Mexico all they did was trash their city and state I’ve always wanted to visit New Mexico since then it looks absolutely beautiful once coronavirus has gone and the world in open up again I’ll 100% be visiting!
Matthew there is a reason they are trashing, the state has so many problems...go visit, but don't try to live there...not safe, not good for families, public education is horrible including UNM...the highly educated people get their degrees from elsewhere...
I'm living in Florida and apartmenthere is so expensive. Everythingis expensive in Florida. I'm planning to move in Albuquerque I learn the apartment and cost living is so cheap like I can get $600 for a room in very beautiful house. I'm wondering how's the job in ABQ
One of the first things I noticed when we moved here was all the car parts - headlights, fenders, metal - from the accidents at almost every other corner. The first day here we got a flat tire after driving a piece of a crashed car in our lane. The mail service is not like the rest of the US. Living in the Midwest, we would send mail and it would generally arrive at its destination in two or so days. In Albuquerque, when we mail things out, it can take several weeks to arrive in the Midwest. I always mail things from the post office inside (because of so many thefts) but many of my packages never arrive at their destination. I don't mail out gifts anymore from here, but I am wondering if I should use something like Fedex etc. Education is almost a non existent thing in NM and a huge percentage of the population never even finish highschool We have helped many folks read signs at the gas station, grocery store, etc. because they are illiterate. There are nice libraries around but few seem to use them. You will notice children during schooldays with their parents grocery shopping or out and about because parents and kids do not place education as a priority. As a result there are very few real school days in the state. On the plus side, the weather is beautiful here, people are very friendly, folks can golf 365 days a year. Businesses will tell you what you WANT to hear, but then often do not call back or show up as they said they would. It's VERY hard to get anything done for your home in Albuquerque - no lawn maintenance, reliable cleaning services (they tend to disappear) or, in an emergency (which happened to us) our 'regular' plumbers told us they couldn't come for a week. It's a beautiful place but also an EXTREMELY frustrating place if you've previously lived somewhere where folks are well educated and responsible.
Welcome to the Land of Manana! We'll be with you in a moment! Lol, thanks for your insight into our little city. What part of the midwest are you from?
ABQ is easy to navigate, till the east side ppl, start getting lost, and confused by coors and old coors and alameda, and spend 20 mins trying to find cottonwood mall LOL , and i live on west side near the mall
Hi, I am thinking of moving to Albuquerque from NYC. I am wondering what $1500 would get you in renting? My wife and I have been living in a tiny apartment in Brooklyn for a few years now so we really want somewhere that offers some space. Thanks for the super informative video!
@@wholelottaweather24 nothing to worry about. First few days you might feel almost jet lagged and dehydrated. Drink lots of water and you’ll be just fine.
We needed a lot of help p I needed a lot of help the person that is going to help me died. Dinner ran into a bunch of bad critical I had to leave I couldn't handle it.
Hey Skip. Interviewed for two potential job opportunities in Albuquerque today. May need a real estate agent who knows the area and can help us make an informed decision. Stumbled across your video on the Redondo at Mariposa advertisement on Zillow. Would love to connect!
🤣Went for a hike yesterday and I'm still out of breath! Come join us in ABQ! You'll love it here! Be sure to reach out when you're ready to see some houses 🏡🏡🌋
Pick Tucson if you want a desert relocation to mid size city...seriously Albuquerque is not for retirees or working people...you will be very disappointed...
@@davidlaney6153 I lived in Chicago and Tampa Bay area for 65 years, I chose to retire in Albuquerque. The weather is absolutely perfect, so many outstanding restaurants, the culture, art scene is so unique. The pace of life is very relaxed,slow compared to where I was.Outdoor activities are boundless,so many choices. I must admit, however, the medical care here is disappointing. Thank God I'm strong and healthy. Crime is so frustrating, car jackings , breaking and entering, guns everywhere, but that's everywhere now, sad to say. It's also economical, half the cost of living in St. Petersburg Florida. I do miss the beaches, but not the humidity
Funny I would have said the 40 😂 good info. Relocating from San Diego to ABQ for work in Rio Rancho for December. I’d definitely need some tips to rent a place w a German Shepherd mix 6 no pup. What neighborhood would you recommend for an artsy, single profesional that enjoys culture & nightlife? Any tips are greatly appreciated. TY!
@@AllAboutABQ I'm sorry, didn't see the notifications. Coming from Chula Vista, bringing my 18 yr old daughter after all & my dog lol She's excited to continue community college & start a clean slate. Plan is to rent for a year then buy my first home. Any tips are truly appreciated Skip!
I move to Albuquerque I had disastrous my wife wife died so I so I moved Albuquerque but I had problems from my wife dying eye problems coordinating my life I guess I should have gotten some help I lost my house and I lost my personal belongings and it was really a blur what happened to me because my girlfriend died and I just lost my wife die d. I didn't get to really get this culture thing I had a house and had everything.
That's a great plan! Where is home now? We're happy to have you in our city and look forward to showing you guys around. We've been busy shooting some new content we think you'll enjoy...stay tuned!
@@Runitup84 Netflix is moving all production here. Amazon and Facebook are here. So are intel and HP in addition to government jobs, healthcare & education. Our little city is growing! 👷♂️🏡
thanks for the info. we plan on driving to Albuquerque. is it safe to visit tourist spots like Old Town, Museum, etc.? I was reading comments and someone said cars get stolen and don’t stay in hotels. is that even true? because we are driving a car and staying in a hotel. Thanks in advance for replying.
Hi Ann! There are certain parts of town you should not go after dark....Museums and Old Town should be just fine! Otherwise, hotels along on I-25 north of I-40 are well lit and comfortable! Hope this helps! We look forward to having you in our city! 🛌🛎🛍🏨
Old Town is near Central Ave which is often called the "war zone," if you want to see something similar go up to Santa Fe, they have a downtown plaza that is essentially the same but safer, more open and just better...
I'd like my home I just couldn't get my head together enough to organize for it to be better cuz it needed some work to what I lost my 22 a bad business decision I lost my home
Whoever baught that house was an idiot then. That place was always going to be a huge tourist attraction. Doesnt matter how mad the owner gets people will still come and check it out.
@@AllAboutABQ Hi! That’s what I’ve read online. Worried there aren’t enough young people lol. I plan for December! Any recs for rentals I’m here for it
@@troyculcasi3889 The rental market here is challenging! You'll have the best options looking at apartment complexes. Houses get snatched up pretty quickly. It's almost easer and more affordable to buy right now.
Hey Skip, I recently got hired for a job in Albuquerque, I am moving from the East Coast to Albuquerque for the job. I am having problems finding a decent apartment everything that I look at that would be within my budget and price range all have horrible reviews. Could you possibly give me some good apartment to look into and do you know the better parts of Albuquerque that is safe to live in and doesn't have high crime or drugs. My job will be located at 122 Yale Blvd SE if that helps with location?
Look at Rio Rancho...too many slums in Albuquerque, also look at renting a house in East Mountains if you are from back East you can handle a little snow and the commute is 15-20 mins...
What can you tell me about Courtyard Apartments on Topke Place NE, in Albuquerque? I've heard it's a really nice apartment complex located in a nice part of the city with very reasonable rates....1 bedroom unit, approx. $800 monthly. Is Courtyard a nice complex in a nice part of town?
@@AllAboutABQ Can you tell me anything about the apartment complex itself and the area it's located in? I have a friend that moved there a few months ago and he says he's glad he made the move. But he hasn't lived there long enough to really know much about the area, that's why I'm asking.
@@jimmyleon2983 We're not too familiar with that complex other than its location. What does he like about it? Its near shopping and freeway access....and of course TD's Showclub 😎
@@AllAboutABQ My friend said, the apt. complex itself is very nice, well maintained. My main concern is the area it's located. Is it a safe area to live in or a high crime area?
Never heard “burque” before', California does not boarder New Mexico. The airport was great before the security kept visitors away from the viewing areas. Breaking Bad shows many areas I don’t visit often. Pay is a little less. Area is good,.
I'm from Nebraska and looking to move to Albuquerque. I would like to meet to people that can show me around and show me what's what there. I'm 28 and having friends would be nice! TIA😁
It took me almost 5 years to make a small collection of friends there in New Mexico...not sure why when I lived in Dallas for six months on assignment made at least 10 friends there. The Hispanics are pretty nice there for the most part and friendly however if you are Anglo (white non-Hispanic) it might take awhile to make friends, it's a cultural thing, plus you are from outside the area...which most Natives look at you as someone who is going to be leaving in a few years so...thats there too..
Good but you were be grossly underpaid for the region....everywhere else Nurses get paid more...look for either Colorado Springs, El Paso, or Tucson if you want a medium size city that pays better...
If you are a rich person, who can afford to protect and secure of your stuff. If you are rich enough to work when you feel like it, or not alt all; or if you have no stuff at all; then this place is for you. I would not own a car there, unless I had a garage with security system and CCTV. If If visiting as a tourist, I would rent a cheap car, and get the high insurance coverage. I would stay outside the city. High crime means no jobs and or lots of drugs. Altitude, heat, and water shortage are also factors to consider. If you are fair skinned, this place is not for you, as you will have a huge chance of developing skin cancer by 55-60 or something. On the plus side, the scenery is desert beautiful. The sunsets are incredibly gorgeous. The food is great. The vibe is funky and devil may care. If you have a laid back personality that can roll with the punches, and accept the bad with the good;. then this could be your place.
Railrunner is a sad joke where all citizens of New Mexico pay for this failure every year...no one takes, goes no where except Santa Fe then there are no connected light rail or options once you get there and service closes up at 9pm...so good luck on restaurants or bar hopping...
Just search Cops Albuquerque and and watch both videos that come up. That will some up all of Albuquerque. A man wearing lipstick, a wig, toenail polish and wearing a Tarzan suit giving an oddball reason for flagging down police, while two officers pretend they don't see wtf in right in front of their eyes. 🙄
Moving to ABQ? Expect lots of violent crime. Lots of homelessness. Lots of street panhandlers (some violent). Lots of intoxicated drivers. Very poor and dangerous schools (the worst). Very poor healthcare. But the sunsets are beautiful.
@@AllAboutABQ I grew up in ABQ, spent 9 years at UNM (Go Lobos), and have now retired to southern Colorado. However, I have family in ABQ and get back there several times each year. I love New Mexico but am embarrassed by what ABQ has become.
@@AllAboutABQ my mom hardly told me nothing about NM. She was raised in San Patricio. Up in the hills ..she also stayed in Roswell. I have many many cousins in NM ....I cried I had to go back to Tennessee. 😩😩😩😩
@@AllAboutABQ The pro's would be a small town slow pace with beautiful agricultural scenery with opportunities to homestead yourself and you can make it to the big I in 30 minutes. Also Los Lunas is a growing city and you have conveniences of restaurants, shopping, and work in 10 minutes. The biggest pro is we have plenty of water. Most places you can build a home or set up a mobile home and dig a well and hit water in less then 10 feet! Con's would be small towns aren't for everybody, big yards equal big projects and up keeping. Crime isn't bad here but you can see a slight increase in homeless population due to Albuquerque bussing homeless people down here via the rail runner. Schools are sub par but every public school in New Mexico is horrible.
There is no industry in New Mexico unless you count city and state government job, and if you aren't Hispanic you won't get, and the Fed jobs are hired from out of state and those people leave after awhile...also remember Netflix and Facebook might not be around in a few years and when and if they open up there they will realize that business is too hard to conduct, but they will have a bunch of empty commercial buildings to use in filming...again these are jobs for Californians not people from New Mexico...
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Hey everyone, it’s Skip! If you want my FREE RELOCATION GUIDE with information on all things Albuquerque, New Mexico, you can download it here: contact.buyorsellrealestatenow.com/abqcityrelocationguide
I was considering moving to Albuquerque so I watched a video tour. If I didn't know any better, it looked like another side of my town, but cleaner. The weather is similar except its 15 degrees colder than where I live. That's perfect because it's hot as hell here, but the winters are the best because it's not that cold. It has almost the same population as my town. My only concern is whether or not there's enough water to live out in the desert just outside of town. All that undeveloped land outside of town is so cheap that it's worth buying and having a well put in if there's enough water to grow food and keep animals.
We've got water! Most of our water comes from the aquafer so you should be fine to dig a well...it just depends on which area you are looking at! Excited to have you in NM!
Yes it’s beautiful here in Albuquerque but it’s high in crime I hate to say! Be street smart ! One do not leave anything at all in your car period! Your car will be broke into mostly likely. Or it will be stolen. Buy a lock for you steering wheel! These are a must! Buy cameras for your outside & inside. Plus install flood & motion lights too! Keep your doors lock as well! I might suggest Tijeras to live at. Less crimes! Sincerely do look a crime rate & cars that are stolen! Honestly do not stay in a hotel in Albuquerque! Your car or your uhaul will be stolen from the parking lot! Sad but true! Look it up how many times it happens! I personally I tell all my friends never stop & spend the night in Albuquerque! Stay in Edgewood before you get to Albuquerque! I do live here ! I forgot to mention the shooting that goes on too! Good luck with anyone moving here! Just be safe & your guard up!
😓😱what neighborhood do you live in??
Nob hill ! It use to be a good place to live but a lot of break ins . Just last night a neighbor got broke into off Gold I believe! It’s gone crazy . I live a block from where all the Christmas decorations were stolen too! Plus I had some a bench ripped off too! Sad !
@@wanda7989 We're so sorry to hear this!! What are your thoughts on Ridgecrest?
I’m currently considering to pursue graduate studies at UNM… but now you mention the crimes around Albuquerque I’m not sure if living there as a student is a good idea 😭
Nice to see and hear what's life looks like in this part of US. Best wishes from Serbia/Europe.
How cool! Thanks for the shout out!
I'm from a very low-sun area and have a lot of issues with seasonal depression. The cloudiness really really gets to me. I'm thinking about relocating to Albuquerque, but I'm curious about the perspective of people who live there, if so much sunshine ever gets tedious day after day. I've been out to visit and of course I think the area is gorgeous but I'm a bit hesitant because of 'tourist syndrome', that I wouldn't like it as much living there as when I visited. In any case, it looks like a really great market for buying a house.
Bill, you bring up some good points! I'm obviously a big fan of ABQ/Rio Rancho however the climate takes some getting used to. Remember, we're at elevation so the direct sunlight will fry you if you're not careful. We've seen an influx of buyers from the Pacific Northwest moving here here escape the clouds....let us know when you'd like to take a closer look at our State!
New Mexico is better than Arizona, I say. That’s why I’m moving there next week.
So glad I found your videos!!!
I've been stuck in Indiana my whole life and am one of those people who chooses to ride a bike instead of drive a car.
I'm saving 10,000 big ones and I'm starting over!! So excited Albuquerque seems so great, that's where I want to go
Indiana aint so bad! We're excited to have you in ABQ!
@@AllAboutABQ you can say that because I bet you’ve never lived there😀
@@isabellathepinkpoodle639 spent plenty of time in the Midwest!
@@AllAboutABQ ok. Well you’re familiar with the humidity, Canadian geese nasty and mean and the days and days with no sunshine along with the people with frowns on their faces due to no sunshine of course that’s my theory.
@@isabellathepinkpoodle639 You're not wrong! Come out to the sunny southwest!
We're about 3yrs down a 5yr plan to leave Phx for the East Mountains... few acres, big shop, small ICF casita to start out. The people, pace, & climate are exactly what we need.
Ivan, that sounds like a perfect plan....surrounded by trees and fresh air! Come on out when you're ready! We're excited to have you in ABQ! 🌲🗻☀
Dude stick to White Mountains in Arizona...New Mexico is dying on the vine...
@@davidlaney6153 ...eh, my wife happens to be black, & that sort of thing doesn't go over well anywhere between Pine & Springerville. 6-7yrs ago when we decided to leave Phx, we checked all the way to Chino.
plus the BROdozer drivers suck, lol. 191 & SRC are great roads tho
@@Krazie-Ivan I'm mixed myself and I have not run into any racism here, I think some people conflate conservative with racism but not always the case, the worse racism I ever personally witnessed was in California not the South...
@@Krazie-Ivan Albuquerque don’t discriminate with race but we do discriminate on ur choice of NFL team.
I would recommend living close to the mountains, all around a good experience.
I’m born and raised, I been traveling for the last 3 years. New Mexico is extremely beautiful and unique, I’m going back home in 2 weeks 🙏🏽
There are great restaurants here.
and, for the most part the people are friendly. (Funny video!) * I had an 2-day express delivery held up indefinitely because the store said my card was issued outside the US. It was issued by a bank in downtown Albuquerque. I told them they had only two choices, ship my order that day or refund my $1200. They had no other option. They shipped it. * Not only calories, but cholesterol also. But I really like the city. It's more laid back and slower paced than other large cities.
Brilliant ! More ppl over populating Albuquerque so we can all enjoy the lovely scenic traffic it has to offer 😉
So true! BUT you should explore other cites...we've got it made here in comparison.
My family settled in N New Mexico in the 1590s. Sopapillas and a few other NM Foods have their origins in Sephardic Foods, (Sephardi are Jews from Spain and Portugal) Among the Sephardi who went to Greece and Italy in 1492 you find Sopapillas served with honey but called Bumuellos. In Mexico they are not puffy, but covered in honey and cinnamon and called Bunuellos.
Thank you for the lesson in New Mexican cuisine! How ever you break it down, Sopapillas are finger lickin' goood!
I subscribed because of two reasons. One , you are very wise with all your knowledge of New Mexico. Two, You are very handsome .😘☺️
So much love! Thanks for the Sub!
My family was once flying to Texas from the uk and we had to transit in Phoenix Arizona I got speaking to a family from New Mexico all they did was trash their city and state I’ve always wanted to visit New Mexico since then it looks absolutely beautiful once coronavirus has gone and the world in open up again I’ll 100% be visiting!
You're always welcome! We've got a lot to offer and our State is beautiful. We're happy to show you around 😷
@@AllAboutABQ sounds good mate! keep up the great videos!
@@matthewsmith8727 Much appreciated, mate!
Matthew there is a reason they are trashing, the state has so many problems...go visit, but don't try to live there...not safe, not good for families, public education is horrible including UNM...the highly educated people get their degrees from elsewhere...
@@davidlaney6153 I’m going next year so hopefully it’s all good for me
I'm living in Las Vegas and it's CRAZY expensive here; hoping Albuquerque is cheaper! 🤞
Absolutely! Have you spent much time here previously?
Awesome video
Yes, thanks for the love!
BeEazie!
You didn't mention the very high crime problem out there. I have some friends who live there who have said the crime rate is terrible.
Rose, thanks for the reminder! There are some places you shouldn't go after dark!
It’s awesome for the criminals. They get caught and get right back out.
@@gnunez1600 You're not wrong!
Sopapillas! 💕💞❤❤🔥👌My fav thing about Albuquerque!
Making me hungry! Who has the best? Sadie’s?
@@AllAboutABQ It's been so long since I've been in NM that I don't remember the restaurant names. I could hunt them down by sopapilla aromas, however!
I'm living in Florida and apartmenthere is so expensive. Everythingis expensive in Florida. I'm planning to move in Albuquerque I learn the apartment and cost living is so cheap like I can get $600 for a room in very beautiful house. I'm wondering how's the job in ABQ
There are plenty of opportunities with large companies locally!
I've never seen Breaking Bad but I'm going to have to now. I was looking at home prices and I found it kind of pricey!
Where is home for you currently??
One of the first things I noticed when we moved here was all the car parts - headlights, fenders, metal - from the accidents at almost every other corner. The first day here we got a flat tire after driving a piece of a crashed car in our lane. The mail service is not like the rest of the US. Living in the Midwest, we would send mail and it would generally arrive at its destination in two or so days.
In Albuquerque, when we mail things out, it can take several weeks to arrive in the Midwest. I always mail things from the post office inside (because of so many thefts) but many of my packages never arrive at their destination. I don't mail out gifts anymore from here, but I am wondering if I should use something like Fedex etc. Education is almost a non existent thing in NM and a huge percentage of the population never even finish highschool We have helped many folks read signs at the gas station, grocery store, etc. because they are illiterate. There are nice libraries around but few seem to use them. You will notice children during schooldays with their parents grocery shopping or out and about because parents and kids do not place education as a priority. As a result there are very few real school days in the state.
On the plus side, the weather is beautiful here, people are very friendly, folks can golf 365 days a year. Businesses will tell you what you WANT to hear, but then often do not call back or show up as they said they would. It's VERY hard to get anything done for your home in Albuquerque - no lawn maintenance, reliable cleaning services (they tend to disappear) or, in an emergency (which happened to us) our 'regular' plumbers told us they couldn't come for a week.
It's a beautiful place but also an EXTREMELY frustrating place if you've previously lived somewhere where folks are well educated and responsible.
Welcome to the Land of Manana! We'll be with you in a moment! Lol, thanks for your insight into our little city. What part of the midwest are you from?
Most of the population are illegals, cartels, drugs addicts galore, theives. Breaking bad just made albuquerque more violent.
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moving to los lunas soon cheers ill be nearby!
That's awesome!
Los Lunas is full of low lifes and druggies..
@@davidlaney6153 sadly you'll find that everywhere
ABQ is easy to navigate, till the east side ppl, start getting lost, and confused by coors and old coors and alameda, and spend 20 mins trying to find cottonwood mall LOL , and i live on west side near the mall
Agreed! Why is it such a clusterfuck over there? 😆
Whats being build out there? Like do you see new townhouses being built or new apartment complexes?
Good question. We're seeing more single family homes being built than apartments duplexes or 4 plexes
Hi, I am thinking of moving to Albuquerque from NYC. I am wondering what $1500 would get you in renting? My wife and I have been living in a tiny apartment in Brooklyn for a few years now so we really want somewhere that offers some space. Thanks for the super informative video!
For rentals, you'll have the best luck shopping on sites like Zillow or apartments.com. There will be plenty of options for $1500!!
I love New Mexico mom's home state. The dry air and the mystery. If I had chinch of money. I will be back .please pray I do.
I’m coming from Massachusetts Westfield and I’m moving here soon? Will it take time to adjust to elevation for me?
You'll be surprised! First few days will take a toll on you. What elevation are you at currently?
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@@wholelottaweather24 😱😓🤦♂️Well, come on out West! 🏠👍
@@AllAboutABQ am I gonna notice it
@@wholelottaweather24 nothing to worry about. First few days you might feel almost jet lagged and dehydrated. Drink lots of water and you’ll be just fine.
We needed a lot of help p I needed a lot of help the person that is going to help me died. Dinner ran into a bunch of bad critical I had to leave I couldn't handle it.
We're so sorry to hear this, Lester! How long have you been in ABQ?
Hey Skip. Interviewed for two potential job opportunities in Albuquerque today. May need a real estate agent who knows the area and can help us make an informed decision. Stumbled across your video on the Redondo at Mariposa advertisement on Zillow. Would love to connect!
We'll get you sorted out, Tyler! Thanks for connecting!
Good luck you'll leave in 2 years...go visit for 2 weeks before making the move there...
Great presentation!
Awesome! Thanks for the love!
Albuquerque is the best !!!!! I would never leave to live anywhere else.
Awesome!! What’s your favorite part?
I was born in Albuquerque moved we hen I was 9 to Erie Pennsylvania I would like to move to Albuquerque in the near future
Come on back!
New Mexico food is Mexican food of New Mexico.
That makes sense!
From Seattle, thinking about relocating to Albuquerque, just tryna figure out how I’m gonna get use to that altitude lol
🤣Went for a hike yesterday and I'm still out of breath! Come join us in ABQ! You'll love it here! Be sure to reach out when you're ready to see some houses 🏡🏡🌋
I moved from Seattle in February of 2020. This place is much much cheaper then Seattle. You will like it but food is nowhere as good as Seattle
@@alonzoflores3337 Agreed! 🏠💲😁
Pick Tucson if you want a desert relocation to mid size city...seriously Albuquerque is not for retirees or working people...you will be very disappointed...
@@davidlaney6153 I lived in Chicago and Tampa Bay area for 65 years, I chose to retire in Albuquerque. The weather is absolutely perfect, so many outstanding restaurants, the culture, art scene is so unique. The pace of life is very relaxed,slow compared to where I was.Outdoor activities are boundless,so many choices. I must admit, however, the medical care here is disappointing. Thank God I'm strong and healthy. Crime is so frustrating, car jackings , breaking and entering, guns everywhere, but that's everywhere now, sad to say. It's also economical, half the cost of living in St. Petersburg Florida. I do miss the beaches, but not the humidity
Funny I would have said the 40 😂 good info. Relocating from San Diego to ABQ for work in Rio Rancho for December. I’d definitely need some tips to rent a place w a German Shepherd mix 6 no pup. What neighborhood would you recommend for an artsy, single profesional that enjoys culture & nightlife? Any tips are greatly appreciated. TY!
Fantastic! We're excited to have you in our town. Which part of SD are you coming from?
@@AllAboutABQ I'm sorry, didn't see the notifications. Coming from Chula Vista, bringing my 18 yr old daughter after all & my dog lol She's excited to continue community college & start a clean slate. Plan is to rent for a year then buy my first home. Any tips are truly appreciated Skip!
My wife and I are from Iowa and we rented a vacation apartments on the north west side of Albuquerque Is that a safe side of town
I’m from Las Vegas NM. Looking to moving to Albuquerque within 6 months
Nice! What brings you to our town?
I move to Albuquerque I had disastrous my wife wife died so I so I moved Albuquerque but I had problems from my wife dying eye problems coordinating my life I guess I should have gotten some help I lost my house and I lost my personal belongings and it was really a blur what happened to me because my girlfriend died and I just lost my wife die d. I didn't get to really get this culture thing I had a house and had everything.
We're so sorry hear this, Lester
I'm used to brown, how is Albuquerque managing water? I've been in Phoenix for about 30 years and toying with moving to Albuquerque.... maybe.
We’re very green during the summer! The Rio grande and our aquifers keep us lush!
are there alot of pools
? Is it easy to get on general assistance ?
Surprisingly not too many pools! Have you spent much time in ABQ?
My wife and I plan on moving there in a few years.
That's a great plan! Where is home now? We're happy to have you in our city and look forward to showing you guys around. We've been busy shooting some new content we think you'll enjoy...stay tuned!
@@AllAboutABQ Sacramento ca
@@AllAboutABQ is there a lot of work opportunity there?
@@Runitup84 Netflix is moving all production here. Amazon and Facebook are here. So are intel and HP in addition to government jobs, healthcare & education. Our little city is growing! 👷♂️🏡
@@AllAboutABQ you sure know how to spin a dumpy town 🤷🏻♂️
thanks for the info. we plan on driving to Albuquerque. is it safe to visit tourist spots like Old Town, Museum, etc.? I was reading comments and someone said cars get stolen and don’t stay in hotels. is that even true? because we are driving a car and staying in a hotel. Thanks in advance for replying.
Hi Ann! There are certain parts of town you should not go after dark....Museums and Old Town should be just fine! Otherwise, hotels along on I-25 north of I-40 are well lit and comfortable! Hope this helps! We look forward to having you in our city! 🛌🛎🛍🏨
@@AllAboutABQ thank you, your comment makes me feel better. My family and I are excited to explore your city 🙂 glad I came across your YT channel.
@@anncruz0808 Thanks for the ❤
Old Town is near Central Ave which is often called the "war zone," if you want to see something similar go up to Santa Fe, they have a downtown plaza that is essentially the same but safer, more open and just better...
@@davidlaney6153 war zone is SE Albuquerque San Mateo east and Central south, miles from Old Town , museum locations , which are safe anytime.
I'd like my home I just couldn't get my head together enough to organize for it to be better cuz it needed some work to what I lost my 22 a bad business decision I lost my home
You're not alone, Lester. Sorry to hear that
i heard visiting Walter White's house is a good way to get the stink eye from the new homeowner lol
especially if you throw the pizza!
Whoever baught that house was an idiot then. That place was always going to be a huge tourist attraction. Doesnt matter how mad the owner gets people will still come and check it out.
Can you please do an El Paso and Albuquerque comparison.
Have you spent much time in ABQ? We're similar to El Paso in size and crime. Where is home for you currently?
I've just watched breaking bad , it was shooted in New Mexico State that's why I'm here
New Mexico is that iconic Western movie look...in fact New Mexico is awesome, Albuquerque not so much...
Currently living in Dallas but plan on moving here for a job. Best place for young professionals ? I will be working at Kirtland AFB.
Hi Troy!
We've got a couple of fun neighborhoods. Nob Hill is one...when do you plan on making the move?
@@AllAboutABQ Hi! That’s what I’ve read online. Worried there aren’t enough young people lol. I plan for December! Any recs for rentals I’m here for it
@@troyculcasi3889 The rental market here is challenging! You'll have the best options looking at apartment complexes. Houses get snatched up pretty quickly. It's almost easer and more affordable to buy right now.
@@AllAboutABQ buying is my preference but I want to make sure I have 20% down before buying
We're you do videos of AZ? What's going on?
What is going on?
I live on ubank and central on Gloriana
We spend a lot of time on Eubank!
Can I find a cheap apartment in Albuquerque?
Yes, you'll have the best luck on Apartments.com
Hey Skip, I recently got hired for a job in Albuquerque, I am moving from the East Coast to Albuquerque for the job. I am having problems finding a decent apartment everything that I look at that would be within my budget and price range all have horrible reviews. Could you possibly give me some good apartment to look into and do you know the better parts of Albuquerque that is safe to live in and doesn't have high crime or drugs. My job will be located at
122 Yale Blvd SE if that helps with location?
Congrats on the new job! Have you spent any time here at all so far?
No, I have not.@@AllAboutABQ
@@jdshadows13 I hope you enjoy the desert landscape!
Look at Rio Rancho...too many slums in Albuquerque, also look at renting a house in East Mountains if you are from back East you can handle a little snow and the commute is 15-20 mins...
What can you tell me about Courtyard Apartments on Topke Place NE, in Albuquerque? I've heard it's a really nice apartment complex located in a nice part of the city with very reasonable rates....1 bedroom unit, approx. $800 monthly. Is Courtyard a nice complex in a nice part of town?
Hi Jimmy! The location has easy access to shopping and the freeway! Where are you living currently?
@@AllAboutABQ Can you tell me anything about the apartment complex itself and the area it's located in? I have a friend that moved there a few months ago and he says he's glad he made the move. But he hasn't lived there long enough to really know much about the area, that's why I'm asking.
@@jimmyleon2983 We're not too familiar with that complex other than its location. What does he like about it? Its near shopping and freeway access....and of course TD's Showclub 😎
@@AllAboutABQ My friend said, the apt. complex itself is very nice, well maintained. My main concern is the area it's located. Is it a safe area to live in or a high crime area?
@@jimmyleon2983 check out our local crime website for more info: www.cabq.gov/police/online-services/crime-mapping/
May be relocating for work. How's the rental market?
Hi Melissa! We're excited to have you in ABQ! Our rentals are affordable and there's plenty to choose from! Where is home for you now? 🏠🌞
@@AllAboutABQ Good to hear. I'm just north in Colorado Springs, CO.
@@Greenleaf75 Colorado is such a great state!🗻🚵♂️🌲 🥾
Probably good since 3/4 of all homes are rentals...
what if one doesn't like or can handle chilis? are we out of luck?
Jeanne, the short answer is...yes. 😁🌶 Where is home for you now?
After awhile you slow down on the green chili, there are lots of other food choices but it's definitely a strong point there...
Never heard “burque” before', California does not boarder New Mexico. The airport was great before the security kept visitors away from the viewing areas. Breaking Bad shows many areas I don’t visit often. Pay is a little less. Area is good,.
Barbara, you've never heard of Burque??
@@AllAboutABQ maybe ,but doesn’t seem to be a saying or thing used often, love the city, the arts. Glad create people continue to enjoy the area.
@@barbaraolson600 Burque is just short for Albuquerque
Albuquerque is no Denver-, (very , very small by comparison)-which is good and very bad, depends on what you want
Truth! We've got a lot of growing to do economically!
I wanna shift to Albuquerque .
Where is home now?
@@marlastar100 😜
I'm from Nebraska and looking to move to Albuquerque. I would like to meet to people that can show me around and show me what's what there. I'm 28 and having friends would be nice! TIA😁
Did you find your community here?
It took me almost 5 years to make a small collection of friends there in New Mexico...not sure why when I lived in Dallas for six months on assignment made at least 10 friends there. The Hispanics are pretty nice there for the most part and friendly however if you are Anglo (white non-Hispanic) it might take awhile to make friends, it's a cultural thing, plus you are from outside the area...which most Natives look at you as someone who is going to be leaving in a few years so...thats there too..
How is the job market for registered nurses in Albuquerque?
According to a client of mine, ABQ pays nurses well and there are always lots of good positions open. I hope this helps! 🏥
Good but you were be grossly underpaid for the region....everywhere else Nurses get paid more...look for either Colorado Springs, El Paso, or Tucson if you want a medium size city that pays better...
If you are a rich person, who can afford to protect and secure of your stuff. If you are rich enough to work when you feel like it, or not alt all; or if you have no stuff at all; then this place is for you. I would not own a car there, unless I had a garage with security system and CCTV. If If visiting as a tourist, I would rent a cheap car, and get the high insurance coverage. I would stay outside the city. High crime means no jobs and or lots of drugs. Altitude, heat, and water shortage are also factors to consider. If you are fair skinned, this place is not for you, as you will have a huge chance of developing skin cancer by 55-60 or something. On the plus side, the scenery is desert beautiful. The sunsets are incredibly gorgeous. The food is great. The vibe is funky and devil may care. If you have a laid back personality that can roll with the punches, and accept the bad with the good;. then this could be your place.
Interesting take! Are you a local?
that's about right...
New Mexico has a hell of a lot more water than Arizona.
Where does most of NMs water come from?
Has anyone else taken the Railrunner train to Santa Fe? Saw a guy throw up in his seat...What was your experience like? 🚉 🤮
Railrunner is a sad joke where all citizens of New Mexico pay for this failure every year...no one takes, goes no where except Santa Fe then there are no connected light rail or options once you get there and service closes up at 9pm...so good luck on restaurants or bar hopping...
@@davidlaney6153 Its got its issues for sure!
Just search Cops Albuquerque and and watch both videos that come up. That will some up all of Albuquerque. A man wearing lipstick, a wig, toenail polish and wearing a Tarzan suit giving an oddball reason for flagging down police, while two officers pretend they don't see wtf in right in front of their eyes. 🙄
Haha that was our best episode!
👍👍
You sound like you are whisper yelling. Right?
Shhhh, YESSSS!!
Moving to ABQ? Expect lots of violent crime. Lots of homelessness. Lots of street panhandlers (some violent). Lots of intoxicated drivers. Very poor and dangerous schools (the worst). Very poor healthcare. But the sunsets are beautiful.
Its a problem! Its a problem in most cities right now. How long have you lived in ABQ?
@@AllAboutABQ I grew up in ABQ, spent 9 years at UNM (Go Lobos), and have now retired to southern Colorado. However, I have family in ABQ and get back there several times each year. I love New Mexico but am embarrassed by what ABQ has become.
Eeeee
Eeee-I-Know-Hu!?
@@AllAboutABQ my mom hardly told me nothing about NM. She was raised in San Patricio. Up in the hills ..she also stayed in Roswell. I have many many cousins in NM ....I cried I had to go back to Tennessee. 😩😩😩😩
Can I buy a house for 100k
Yes you can
Btw lake Navajo craps on elephant buite
Haha, YES!!!!
I live here and I can't live here lols
🤣Jessica, there has to be something you love about ABQ...
I love it here, good food, nice people, chill crackheads. No place like home
@@spacethekidd4682 #505, Its lit right?! 🔥🚒
You are right, it's a dump
Expect crime, ultra liberal policies--if you like that sorta thing--an open border and lost vistas.
You're not wrong!!
The democrats have destroyed Albuquerque
Which other states would you consider living?
I live in Belen and really enjoy it but we love Idaho and would consider Texas or Oklahoma
@@orlandogarcia7043 We have not spent much time in Belen...what are some of the pros and cons of living there?
@@AllAboutABQ The pro's would be a small town slow pace with beautiful agricultural scenery with opportunities to homestead yourself and you can make it to the big I in 30 minutes. Also Los Lunas is a growing city and you have conveniences of restaurants, shopping, and work in 10 minutes. The biggest pro is we have plenty of water. Most places you can build a home or set up a mobile home and dig a well and hit water in less then 10 feet! Con's would be small towns aren't for everybody, big yards equal big projects and up keeping. Crime isn't bad here but you can see a slight increase in homeless population due to Albuquerque bussing homeless people down here via the rail runner. Schools are sub par but every public school in New Mexico is horrible.
There is no industry in New Mexico unless you count city and state government job, and if you aren't Hispanic you won't get, and the Fed jobs are hired from out of state and those people leave after awhile...also remember Netflix and Facebook might not be around in a few years and when and if they open up there they will realize that business is too hard to conduct, but they will have a bunch of empty commercial buildings to use in filming...again these are jobs for Californians not people from New Mexico...
Good perspective David. Thank you for the comment