Location
The Neighborhood
1506 Wells Dr NE sits in Albuquerque's coveted northeast foothills — a landscape of piñon-juniper, sweeping mountain views, and quiet residential streets.
Location
1506 Wells Dr NE sits in Albuquerque's coveted northeast foothills — a landscape of piñon-juniper, sweeping mountain views, and quiet residential streets.
About the Area
The Wells Dr NE corridor is part of Albuquerque's desirable northeast foothills, where the city meets the Sandia Mountains. The neighborhood offers a rare combination of convenient city access and a quiet, semi-rural atmosphere with wide lots and mature piñon and juniper trees.
Residents enjoy quick access to Tramway Boulevard (NM-556), which runs along the base of the Sandias and connects to both I-25 and I-40. The area is known for its well-maintained homes, many built in the 1990s and 2000s, with southwestern and traditional architectural styles.
The elevation — around 5,300 to 5,800 feet — provides stunning views of the Sandia Mountains to the east and the Rio Grande Valley to the west. The area averages over 310 sunny days per year, making it ideal for the outdoor lifestyle that defines Albuquerque.
~18 min
to Downtown ABQ
~25 min
to ABQ Sunport
310+
sunny days/year
5,500 ft
elevation
Education
1506 Wells Dr NE is served by the Albuquerque Public Schools district.
Grades PK–5 · Albuquerque Public Schools
The neighborhood's primary elementary school, Oñate serves the northeast foothills community with a comprehensive K–5 program.
Grades 6–8 · Albuquerque Public Schools
A well-established middle school serving the northeast heights with academics, athletics, and extracurricular programs.
Grades 9–12 · Albuquerque Public Schools
Eldorado is one of Albuquerque's larger high schools, offering AP courses, career and technical education, and competitive athletics.
School assignments are based on APS district boundaries and may change. Verify current zoning at aps.edu.
Lifestyle
The foothills location puts world-class outdoor recreation at your doorstep.
Hiking, biking, and the Sandia Peak Aerial Tramway — all minutes from your door.
Over 24,000 petroglyphs along 17 miles of volcanic escarpment — a cultural treasure.
Hundreds of miles of biking and hiking trails connect through the Foothills Trail System.
Nearby
Everyday amenities and dining just a short drive away.
New Mexico Piñon Coffee
Local coffee house · 57th St NW
Sadie's of New Mexico
Local favorite · NM cuisine
Frontier Restaurant
Iconic ABQ diner · Central Ave
ABQ Botanical Garden
Riverside gardens · Tingley Dr
ABQ Uptown Shopping
Retail, dining & services · Louisiana Blvd
Los Poblanos Historic Inn
Lavender farm & restaurant · Rio Grande
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