Westside &
Northwest Heights

You get the absolute best views of the Sandia Mountains turning pink at sunset — and your dollar stretches way further over here. Master-planned communities, wide streets, newer construction, and top-rated schools make the Westside one of the fastest-growing corridors in the metro.

From the established family neighborhoods of Taylor Ranch to the newer luxury pockets of Ventana Ranch and Volcano Vista, buyers consistently find they can get significantly more house for less money compared to the east side of the river.

The trade-off? You'll want to choose your cross-river commute strategy early — Montaño and Paseo del Norte bridges are your lifelines, and rush hour is real. But for most Westside buyers, the value and space make it an easy call.