5 Southwest-style homes on the market in Albuquerque

Southwest homes feature details not seen in many other parts of the world: tongue and groove ceilings, exposed vigas and adobe walls.

Distinct tiling and cozy fireplaces also make these houses standout.

These five houses on the market in Albuquerque speak to the soul of the southwest experience.

429 Montclaire SE

Located in Nob Hill, this home is close to shopping, groceries and dining, making it great for those who like to commute by foot or bike. The front patio is enclosed by an adobe wall with a custom gate. Large trees provide shade over a covered back patio. A new heater and water heater were recently installed. The kitchen has plenty of cabinets and pops with a beautiful yellow and blue backsplash and sea green tiled countertops. The dining room makes a statement with wood-paneled walls and large windows and skylights letting in plenty of natural light. The living room hosts a cozy fireplace perfect for winter evenings.

Price:$429,000

Year built: 1950

House size: 2,034 square feet

Lot size: 0.17 acres

Bedrooms: 2

Baths: 1 full bath, 2 three-quarter baths

429 MONTCLAIRE SE

608 Camino Espanol NW

This home is tucked into a quiet neighborhood in the North Valley. The home features exposed vigas, accented tongue and groove ceilings and splashes of color contrasting exposed adobe. The kitchen has plenty of cabinets and is lit by a wood-paneled skylight. The spacious backyard has grass, shrubs and trees and a beautiful courtyard that will make you want to spend every evening outside. An upstairs art studio has its own balcony.

Price: $624,900

Year built: 1978

House size: 2,642 square feet

Lot size: 0.17 acres

Bedrooms: 2

Baths: 2 full baths

608 CAMINO ESPANOL NW

4100 Mackland NE

This home in the University area also has a casita in the back. The dining room features tongue and groove ceiling with exposed vigas. Wood and tile flooring makes for easy cleaning. There is plenty of storage throughout the home. The large kitchen has beautiful hickory cabinets and plenty of them. The main bedroom has a large walk-in closet. The backyard is an oasis between the house and casita with a peaceful water feature, trees, a gazebo and shed for extra storage.

Price: $640,000

Year built: 1950

House size: 3,058 square feet

Lot size: 0.27 acres

Bedrooms: 4

Baths: 2 full baths, 1 three-quarter bath

4100 MACKLAND NE

3108 La Sala Cuadra NE

This adobe home has tongue and groove ceiling with large vigas. A large fireplace warms the living and dining room. The open kitchen has a spacious island and double oven. Built-in shelving and large closets provide plenty of storage. There is also a 700 square-foot casita with its own kitchenette, a bedroom, three-quarter bathroom and living area. The stucco and roof on the main house have recently been updated, as well as the evaporative cooler. The backyard has lush grass and trees and a pool as well as a covered patio with its own outdoor kitchen.

Price: $640,000

Year built: 1972

House size: 4,029 square feet

Lot size: 0.47 acres

Bedrooms: 5

Baths: 3 full baths, 1 three-quarter bath

3108 LA SALA CUADRA

2918 Mountain Road NW

This home comes with two subdivided lots, which combined are almost an acre of mature trees, along with an irrigation ditch with water rights. Livestock is allowed in the area. The home has a new metal roof, skylights and furnace. A large adobe fireplace warms the living room during the cold months. The kitchen is spacious with plenty of cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The southwest-style is meticulously detailed throughout the home, with carvings on the skylights and lighting fixtures. There is a detached studio with its own heater and air conditioning and a half-bath.

Price: $690,000

Year built: 1956

House size: 1,943 square feet

Lot size: 0.52 acres

Bedrooms: 2

Baths: 1 full bath, 1 half-bath

2918 MOUNTAIN NW