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About Flora Sanchez

My husband Sam and I were both born and raised in Albuquerque. We bought this 10 acre property in 1982. We built our home and raised our two children here. Eventually we deeded an acre to each of the children; they built their homes here and are raising our grandkids next door. Friends and family call it 'the Sanchez village'. Over time we've added several structures to the estate, most recently the recreation building (which houses the Casita along with Sam's wood shop, the RV garage, and a small gym) and the family capilla or chapel. We raise grass hay, Boer goats and Dolly Llama in the back pasture, an open space that attracts hundreds of cranes and geese here in the winter. We share small garden vegetable area with friends. In season, our guests are welcome to harvest fresh tomatoes, herbs, blackberries and flowers.

Flora Sanchez purchased this Apartment in 1982

Why Flora Sanchez chose South Valley

Sam and I are both retired and have enjoyed sharing our guest house with friends and family. After our granddaughter moved into her own home we converted her transition living space to a rental and look forward to welcoming new friends to this place.

What makes this Apartment unique

Everyone who visits this property comments about how beautiful and quiet it is. The property's east boundary is a cottonwood forest that borders the Rio Grande. A 1/4 mi walk will take you to the banks of the Rio Grande River where you can enjoy the wildlife, especially birds being drawn to the Valle del Oro National Wildlife Refuge directly across the river. Walking trails connect you to three additional open space properties within 1 mile radius, including the historic Gutierrez Hubbell House History and Cultural Center just 1/4 mi south. We are right on the original Route 66. When ready to see more of the city an easy 7 mi drive will take you to downtown ABQ and Old Town. Balloon Fiesta Park is just another 7 mi north. Santa Fe is a quick one hour's drive as is Acoma (Sky City) Pueblo. The Sandia Mountains provide innumerable trails for all levels and incredible views of the city. The Isleta Ampitheatre is just 10 minutes away. Three casinos are within a 30 mile radius of us. The Welcome Book provides additional recommendations for sightseeing, restaurants and easy day trips. At the end of a long day of sightseeing you'll enjoy returning to your quiet, restful abode for a soak in the hot tub, a moonlight swim, or just a cup of coffee on your own patio.