Cedar Crest, Albuquerque, NM
Cedar Crest — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Cedar Crest, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the New Mexico Real Estate Commission (NMREC) licensing database.
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Cedar Crest Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Cedar Crest
Cedar Crest is a residential community in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, with the ZIP code 87008. It offers a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains, approximately 2.1 miles from the nearby village of Tijeras. This mid-range market neighborhood provides a scenic retreat while remaining connected to the greater Albuquerque area.
Lifestyle & Amenities
The lifestyle here is defined by its natural setting and privacy, with a very low walkability score of 4.4 out of 20. Residents enjoy proximity to the Cibola National Forest for hiking and outdoor recreation. Daily amenities and shopping typically require a short drive to neighboring areas.
Real Estate Market
The Cedar Crest real estate market is active, with 167 mortgage originations recorded in 2023. The median home value is $332,500, with conventional loans making up the majority of activity. The median gross rent is $882 per month, and the median household income is $106,250.
Schools & Education
Families in Cedar Crest are served by schools in the Albuquerque Public Schools district, including A. Montoya Elementary, located 2.45 miles away. Roosevelt Middle School, approximately 2.33 miles from the neighborhood, serves middle-grade students. The semi-rural location means school commutes are typically by car or bus.
Transportation & Connectivity
Transportation is almost entirely car-dependent due to the low walkability and rural-mountain location. Major roadways like Interstate 40 and NM-14 provide routes into Albuquerque for work or commerce. The area offers a peaceful environment away from city traffic but requires planning for most trips.
Why Choose Cedar Crest
Choose Cedar Crest for a spacious, mid-range home in a serene mountain-foothill setting with a strong sense of community. It is ideal for those seeking outdoor access and privacy over urban walkability. The solid median income and active housing market indicate a stable and desirable residential area.
Cedar Crest Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $333K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $882/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $106K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 91.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 8.6% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 19.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Mid-Range | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 87008 | |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | ||
| Total Mortgage Originations | 167 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Originations | 20 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| VA Loan Share | 12.0% | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 132 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 15 | FFIEC HMDA 2023 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Cedar Crest, Albuquerque
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Cedar Crest
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: New Mexico Real Estate Commission (NMREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17