Are you looking for the perfect place to retire? Check out what Albuquerque has to offer!

Albuquerque offers many benefits for retirees over 55 seeking an ideal retirement destination. Noted by experts as one of the best places to retire in the country, Albuquerque provides low bus fares, excellent healthcare, and services to help retirees enjoy life to the fullest. With its affordable transportation, top-notch medical care, and amenities tailored to retirees, it's clear why Albuquerque is a highly desirable place to retire.

Livability.com rated Albuquerque at #7 for the Best Places to Retire. They stated that “Albuquerque is one of the healthiest cities in the country with a high number of medical facilities, lots of exercise options and affordable housing." Add to that a dry climate and low cost of living, along with great recreation choices, and you can see what draws people over 55 to the area.

Here are some of the top towns in the Albuquerque area to retire according to Niche.com. Click the name to read the full review.

Sandia Heights
#1 Best Places to Retire in New Mexico

Boasting breathtaking views and a peaceful suburban atmosphere, Sandia Heights is a top community in New Mexico with a population of 3,205. Residents enjoy the area's plentiful parks, pleasant neighbors, and stunning sunsets. As one reviewer raves, "I have thoroughly enjoyed living in this part of Albuquerque, out of all the varying neighborhoods. It is a peaceful, quiet neighborhood, that is full of pleasant people. Aside from the lovely residents, the view is completely breathtaking! The sunsets are especially beautiful."

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Corrales
#1 Best Places to Live in Sandoval County
#4 Best Places to Retire in New Mexico
#4 Best Suburbs to Live in New Mexico

With breathtaking views and a peaceful suburban vibe, Sandia Heights is a top New Mexico community of 3,337. Residents savor the ample parks, friendly neighbors, and stunning sunsets. As one happy resident exclaims, "We have now lived here 40 years and love it. I call it a little oasis a between Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. Much has changed over the years. The big cities have grown up to us, so we now are close to many more restaurants and stores. There people here are wonderful and many are very community minded."

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Placitas
#9 Best Places to Retire in New Mexico
#19 Best Suburbs to Live in New Mexico

Placitas, New Mexico, with its population of 4,696, is a charming town that makes for an appealing retirement destination. Residents are drawn to Placitas for its peaceful, small-town atmosphere and proximity to fantastic hiking trails, as well as its closeness to great amenities. Surrounded by stunning hills and mesas, Placitas offers breathtaking scenery.

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Are you thinking about spending your retirement years in beautiful Albuquerque? if so, make sure you rely on the experience of the Sandi Pressley Team to help find the perfect home to make your dream a reality.

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12101 San Antonio Drive NE, Albuquerque, NM 87122

This is your opportunity to make this one your own creative vision. Enjoy country living while still having the convenience of 12 minutes to Downtown. NEW well, NEW 200 amp electrical box and wiring, In-phase 8Q Plus solar and alternate energy hookups battery and propane generator ready if needed. Backup reservoir tank and pump 2500 gallons in case of blackout and cloudy days with no electricity. With fruit trees and gardens, wrap-around sprinkler system, top 1/3 acre nature trail and views for days, this is incredible outdoor living. Inside features 4 BR on main, upper level and downstairs showcases a separate apartment or in-law unit with 2 bedrooms, bathroom and kitchenette. HUGE fireplace, Oversized living room and playroom PLUS Mini-Split System Cooling ready for hookup and included.
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Welcome to your oasis in the heart of North Albuquerque Acres! This custom Helmick home has been recently updated to become sheer perfection. Greeted with gorgeous Sandstone floors, the foyer opens to a great room with soaring custom chandelier and oversized kiva fireplace. Hand-carved vigas, beams w/ corbels, plaster walls, and high-end quartz counters are just some of the endless amenities in this Pueblo-style home. The chef's kitchen has been recently updated with quartz and new finishes. Enjoy the dual-pantries, oversized island and gas cooktop along with a double-oven. ALL bathrooms have been renovated, including the spa-like primary bath with GORGEOUS marble shower and soaking tub. Featuring 5 bedrooms, ALL downstairs, plus an exercise room, there is room for everyone.

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