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About this home
MOUNTAIN and CITY VIEWS | PRIVATE HEATED POOL | SOLAR PANELS | OVERSIZED GARAGE | MOTHER-IN-LAW QUARTERSSWEEPING Sandia Mountain VIEWS, glowing city lights, and exceptional outdoor living define this custom estate in the Mountain Highlands of High Desert. Set on a cul-de-sac, the home offers generous spaces for entertaining, quiet retreats, and a versatile lower level that expands the possibilities for everyday living. Expansive living areas capture the surrounding scenery, while the well-appointed chef's kitchen features Wolf appliances and ample space to gather. The dining room provides a beautiful backdrop for sunset dinners, and the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with its own fireplace and outdoor access. Custom cabinetry and thoughtfully designed storage add function and character throughout. Outside, a private HEATED POOL invites relaxation, while multiple patios, covered terraces, and balconies offer distinct places to dine, entertain, or simply take in the mountain and city views. From morning coffee to evenings overlooking Albuquerque's sparkling lights, the outdoor spaces are an extension of the home. Accessible by ELEVATOR or stairs, the lower level includes an en suite, kitchenette, and spacious living and recreation areas. This flexible layout is well suited for extended stays, multigenerational living, or use as mother-in-law quarters, offering privacy and room to unwind. The OVERSIZED, FINISHED and INSULATED four-car GARAGE offers tandem capacity for up to 6 vehicles, along with built-in storage and generous space for hobbies and equipment. A separate heated and air-conditioned workshop, substantial storage, and additional utility areas further enhance the property's versatility beyond the heated living space. SOLAR PANELS, radiant heat, refrigerated air, and a whole-house generator round out this distinctive High Desert retreat--combining remarkable views, inviting outdoor amenities, and space to accommodate a variety of lifestyles.
Single-familyProperty Type
2006Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$392Price/Sq.Ft.
$58/moHOA Dues
4 car garageParking
Listed by The Venegas Group• Keller Williams Realty
Listed by Medina Real Estate Inc• 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
13705 Ricegrass Pl NE · $2,275,000
$2.28M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $2.28M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 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
Wet bar
Bookcases
Ceiling fans
Dressing area
Formal dining room
Great room
High-speed internet
Jetted tub
Kitchen island
Multiple living areas
Main-level primary bedroom
Multiple primary suites
Pantry
Skylights
Tub and shower
Water closets
Walk-in closets
Instant hot water
Casement windows
Double-pane, insulated windows with wood frames
Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms
2 three-quarter bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Kitchen
Double oven
Disposal
Microwave
Refrigerator
Range hood
Trash compactor
Wine cooler
Water softener
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Washer hookup
Electric and gas dryer hookups
Flooring
Carpet
Tile
Heating & cooling
Forced-air and radiant heating
Natural gas heating
Multi-unit refrigerated cooling
Exterior features
Balcony
Courtyard
Deck
Private yard
Water feature
Covered and open patio areas
Wall fencing
Cul-de-sac location
Views
Paved city-street frontage
Private heated, in-ground gunite pool with pool cover
Solar energy generation
Home design
Two stories
Southeast-facing
Parking
Attached, oversized finished garage with four spaces
Construction
Frame and stucco construction
Flat roof
Built by Rutledge Homes
Utilities
Electricity connected
Natural gas connected
Public sewer
Public water
HOA & community
Quarterly association fee of $175, including common areas and security
Electricity and solar
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The purpose of the R-1 zone district is to provide for neighborhoods of single-family homes with a variety of lot sizes and dimensions. When applied in developed areas, an additional purpose is to require that redevelopment reinforce the established character of the existing neighborhood. Primary land uses include single-family detached homes on individual lots, with limited civic and institutional uses to serve the surrounding residential area. Allowable uses are shown in Table 4-2-1.
Zone overlays
Character Protection Overlay Zones - High Desert - 5
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
7/10 Fire Factor
17% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
2 days above 90° expected this year, 6 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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