Fair West

Albuquerque, NM

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Fair West - Albuquerque, NM

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A charming neighborhood in east Albuquerque

Historic Charming Walkable Convenient Diverse

With easy access to grocery stores, local restaurants, and more, Fair West ranks among Albuquerque's most walkable and bike-friendly neighborhoods. This historic neighborhood dates back to before the Great Depression, although its growth really began in the 1950s. This resulted in an eclectic mix of homes, ranging from old adobes to sprawling brick ranch homes. The area also features several apartment buildings and townhomes available for rent.

Fair West's main attraction is Expo New Mexico, which is home to the New Mexico State Fair. During the rest of the year, the venue hosts concerts, flea markets, and art exhibitions. Sports and gaming fans can visit the Downs Racetrack and Casino, which offers live horse racing, table games and slots, and both casual and upscale dining options. For shopping and more restaurants, head just a mile north to ABQ Uptown, where you can enjoy hours of browsing the diverse retail outlets and entertainment venues.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Fair West is $775 for a studio, $778 for one bedroom, and $1,167 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Fair West has increased by 2.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 350 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $775/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 531 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $778/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,000 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,167/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

79

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

43

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

79

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Geology Museum
  • Meteorite Museum
  • UNM Observatory
  • Roosevelt Park
  • Museum of Southwestern Biology

Military Bases

Airports

  • Albuquerque International Sunport

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