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About this home
Stunning High Desert Retreat with Heated Pool, Hot Tub & Koi Pond!Discover exceptional Southwest living in this beautifully maintained, move in ready home, perfectly situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable High Desert community! Nestled on an oversized . 25 acre lot, this remarkable property offers 3 spacious bedrooms, a dedicated office, and a thoughtfully designed split floor plan that blends comfort, elegance, and functionality. Soaring wood beam ceilings create a dramatic first impression in the inviting living room, highlighted by a stunning two-way fireplace that also opens to the dining area, creating warmth and ambiance in both spaces. Built-in speakers throughout the home provide an immersive audio experience, adding another touch of luxury and convenience. The beautifully appointed kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. The luxurious primary suite offers its own private fireplace, a generous walk-in closet, and a relaxing jetted tub, creating the perfect personal retreat. The backyard is truly a private oasis! Enjoy a heated swimming pool for year round enjoyment, a soothing hot tub, and a beautiful koi pond complete with colorful koi fish and turtles, creating a peaceful and picturesque outdoor retreat. The expansive backyard also features a covered patio and shaded entertaining areas, perfect for relaxing or hosting gatherings. One of the most extraordinary features of this location is its incredible access to some of Albuquerque's finest hiking and biking trails! High Desert is renowned for its breathtaking Sandia Mountain foothills, spectacular natural scenery, and extensive trail networks offering endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Whether enjoying a peaceful morning hike, exploring the foothills, or taking in the stunning New Mexico landscape, some of the city's most sought after outdoor recreation is practically at your doorstep!Adding to the exceptional lifestyle, a beautifully maintained HOA park just up the way features expansive grassy areas, basketball and tennis courts, a playground, abundant shade, and covered gathering structures ideal for outdoor events and celebrations. With two fireplaces, built-in speakers, an exceptional outdoor setting, incredible access to premier hiking trails, and outstanding neighborhood amenities, this home delivers the perfect combination of Southwest charm, comfort, and resort style living. An extraordinary High Desert opportunity you won't want to miss!
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$333Price/Sq.Ft.
$68/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michael McCracken• Keller Williams Realty
High Desert, located between Tramway Blvd NE and the Sandia Mountain foothills, is a master-planned and hillside Albuquerque neighborhood with terraced streets and desert trailheads. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the High Desert Plaza area near Academy Rd NE and Tramway Blvd NE, where patios, small studios, and local storefronts set a low-key, outdoors-forward rhythm. Signature community pillars include High Desert Yoga, High Desert Bicycles, and the High Desert Farmers’ Market. Homes lean Southwestern and contemporary, with stucco lines, stone accents, and view-oriented lots. Arroyos, native landscaping, and open-space corridors shape daily routines around walking loops and sunset overlooks. The foothill setting brings cooler evenings and a quiet, sky-focused atmosphere.
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Offer insights
12601 Sunset Ridge Pl NE · $750,000
$755K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $755K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
1 days
The average home goes pending in 45 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.9%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Beamed ceilings
Breakfast bar
Breakfast area
Ceiling fans
High ceilings
Pantry
Walk-in closets
Double-pane, insulated windows
Two gas-log, multi-sided fireplaces
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms on the main level
Primary bedroom on the main level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Dual sinks
Jetted tub
Kitchen
Built-in gas range
Double oven
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric and gas dryer hookups
Flooring
Carpet
Laminate
Tile
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Evaporative cooling
Exterior features
Private yard
Water feature
Covered patio
Wall fencing
Landscaped lawn
Private in-ground gunite pool with cover
Hot tub
Home design
Single story
South-facing
Parking
Attached two-car garage
Construction
Frame and stucco construction
Pitched tar-and-gravel roof
Utilities
Electricity and natural gas connected
Public water
Public sewer
HOA & community
Monthly HOA fee of $68, covering common areas and tennis courts
Electricity and solar
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Impeccable home in High Desert that is ready to move in. Comfortable split floor plan offers 3 bedrooms and an office. Living room has high wood beam ceilings and a two-way fireplace shared with dining room. Kitchen offers new granite counters, gas range, dishwasher and microwave. Gracious primary suite with fireplace, walk in-closet. Backyard offers covered patio with a shady area for outdoor entertaining, and a pool for those hot summer days! Easy access to hiking, walking, biking trails. A pleasure to see!
Public Records
Jun 23, 2015
Sold
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Southwest MLS #835699
Mar 16, 2015
Listed
$400,000
$178/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 6, 1998
Sold
$133,000
$59/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 13, 1998
Sold
$226,100
$100/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,310 (+31.7%)
$31,997 + $214,012
$246,009
2024
$7,826 (+1.7%)
$31,997 + $212,012
$244,009
2023
$7,695 (+3.5%)
$39,351 + $146,134
$185,485
2022
$7,436 (+3.5%)
$38,205 + $141,878
$180,083
2021
$7,187 (+1.7%)
$37,093 + $137,746
$174,839
2020
$7,069 (+3.0%)
$36,012 + $133,734
$169,746
2019
$6,861 (+3.7%)
$34,964 + $129,839
$164,803
2018
$6,617 (+3.2%)
$33,945 + $126,057
$160,002
2017
$6,414 (−0.1%)
$31,997 + $118,821
$150,818
2016
$6,423 (+37.8%)
$31,997 + $118,821
$150,818
2014
$4,660
$35,240 + $76,508
$111,748
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Zoning
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Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,251
Year built
1998
Style
Other
County
Bernalillo County
APN
102306204037720432
Parking Spaces
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Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
R-T
Residential – Townhouse Zone District
The purpose of the R-T zone district is to accommodate a mix of single-family, two-family, and townhouse uses, as well as limited civic and institutional uses to serve the surrounding residential area. Other allowable uses are shown in Table 4-2-1.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Library
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
6/10 Fire Factor
10% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
1 days above 90° expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 12601 Sunset Ridge Pl NE
$749,016
$984 under list price of $750K
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