Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team August 6th, 2013
This Spring an adult female coyote made a den under our shed in a rural part of Rio Rancho. Between the shed and the culverts under our driveways, we counted 8-9 pups living around our home. At 4 weeks old, the pups were cute as could be, and could run like heck between hiding places. It had been a very dry Spring, and the mom chewed up our irrigation distribution lines in the front and back yards, trying to find water. We repaired all the lines, and buried those that we could to shield them from further chewing.
A couple months later, we have noticed several of the pups, now 3 months old, frequenting the area. One morning one of them was hunting for food just outside our back yard wall. It certainly saw us watching it, but it was unconcerned, coming within 20 ft of our position several times. It stayed in the area for quite a while, allowing us to get quite a bit of footage. It’s all hand held, so it’s a little shaky in places. For more information on living with coyotes, go to Facebook.com and search Coexist with Coyotes in Corrales. Enjoy the film!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team July 22nd, 2013
Each year the City of Rio Rancho goes all out to produce a 1st class fireworks show for the 4th of July. The location has changed from year to year as housing development has spread… You wouldn’t want them to launch high explosives right over your home, would you? Anyway, this year the prime public viewing location was at Rio Rancho High School – both on the field and from the stands. In addition to the folks brave enough to sit on metal stadium bleachers as a thunderstorm threatened, there were hundreds more in the hills surrounding the facility watching from their parked cars and trucks, or from home balconies and rooftops for miles. The lightning flashes were sometimes just as spectacular as the fireworks, and happened to be pretty much in the same direction of view from the stadium. We’ve preserved about 3/4 of the entire show here, so it’ll be just like you were there… Enjoy!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team June 11th, 2013
The Music in the Park series put on by the Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department runs late Spring through the Summer at the Rotary Club Barbecue Pavilion at Haynes Park.
The activity is free, and people are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and snacks. Sorry, they don’t allow anything harder than lemonade to drink. Most nights an ice cream truck shows up to offer cold treats. The video above features the Mudd Brothers Band.
Performances start at 6:30pm and end around 8. The rest of the 2013 season offerings are below:
June 16: Twisted Mojo
June 23: Point Blank
June 30: Bosque Blues
July 7: Saint Wolf
July 14: Rio Rancho Community Jazz Band
July 21: Rio Rancho Community Concert Band
July 28: Interplay
Aug. 4: The Hit Squad
Aug. 11: The Otherside
Aug. 18: Code 29
Aug. 25: Rio Rancho Community Jazz Band
August 29: Rio Rancho Symphonic Band (Symphonic Music)
*Musical acts subject to change
Haynes Park is located at 2006 Grande Blvd., which is across the street from Intel on N.M. 528/Pat D’Arco Highway.
For additional information, please call the city of Rio Rancho’s Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department at (505) 891-5015.
Great circular floor plan with an added den. Lots of recent updates and fresh two tone paint throughout. Enjoy the ornate wood burning fireplace in the living room. Have young kids (or grands)? The swing set and tetherball pole in back will grab their attention. This is a really great home at a bargain price… Come take a look!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 29th, 2013
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1 Den, 2 Car Garage, 2150 Square Feet (approx)
This home sits on a coveted view lot overlooking the Sandia Mountains and Bosque. The owners upgraded the home with a Double Gas Log Fireplace, a Jetted Tub in the Master Bath, and Berber Carpet. The home received fresh paint recently, inside and out. Recent updates include a 10×12 Shed, a new Water Heater, a Water Softener, a R/O Water Filter, new Garage Shelving, new Garage Door Opener and Springs and more! There is a great view deck in back, an open patio and lots of trees for shade.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 17th, 2013
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 2129 Square Feet
Pull up a patio chair. Gaze at the Sandia Mountain View behind the Gorgeous Pool for a few minutes. You will not want to leave this house and you will just have to buy it! In case other details are important, here they are: Refrigerated A/C, Newer Roof, Plumbing Replaced with Pex, Newer Carpet, Oak Stairs, Oak Window Sills and Shelves, Lots of Tile, a Shed, a Newer Garage Door and Opener, and so much more! Oh, there’s a Large Dog Run to keep your furry friends out of the pool. Come take a look!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 7th, 2013
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2 Car Garage, 1502 Square Feet
Light, bright and shiny! With fresh paint, new ceramic tile, a newer water heater,newer roof, cooler, plumbing fixtures and more, all this home needs is a new owner! The Master BR is downstairs and has double closets. Other bedrooms plus a bath are upstairs. Just 3 doors from a park, but why leave home? The lot is almost .3 acres and fully landscaped, with 2 storage sheds and a patio. The sliders in back were replaced with french doors with built in blinds (really cool). Come take a look!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 6th, 2013
4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1690 Square Feet
This home has been redone from top to bottom! The owners had planned to stay for many years, so they put great materials, love and care into the upgrades. 2 wood burning fireplaces, newer ceramic tile, carpet and wood laminate flooring. A new roof, water heater, and MasterCool evap cooler were installed in the last few years. The paint is fresh and beautiful throughout. The backyard is gorgeous, with an inground pool, a huge covered patio, a spa, lots of deck space, and a large shed for storage.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team April 24th, 2013
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, 1 Car Garage, 820 Square Feet
This 1 owner home will really impress! Large, low maintenance corner lot with Sandia Mtn view. Compact, comfortable home close to Hwy 550. Easy access to Hwy 25 to Santa Fe or Albuquerque. Wood laminate flooring in kitchen, plus appliances are almost new! Extra insulation installed in house and garage. R30 batt insulation in celing, not blown in. No smoking, no pets ever in the house. 2 portable air conditioners plus 3 ceiling fans provide extra, efficient cooling where it is needed. Come see it!
2 master bedroom suites. One upstairs and one down. Spacious family room upstairs with built in shelves, entertainment center and fireplace. 2nd fireplace in living room downstairs. Upgraded interior with glass tile backsplash in kitchen, tile floors in kitchen and dining room. Huge bedroom and giant walk in closet upstairs. Ideal setup for independent family members or roommate situation. Great option for frequent travelers – easy care yard and security gate.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team March 27th, 2013
Q: I drive up and down Unser Blvd. practically every day, and I’ve noticed crews working on the 4-plexes that were never finished near Abrazo and Unser. What are they going to do with that project? Can I buy one of the buildings for investment when they are done? Larry in Rio Rancho
A: We’ve been asked about this project every month for the last couple years, and we’re happy to finally be able to give an uplifting answer! First, here is the history of the project: The units were originally built as standalone 4-plexes to be sold individually to investors. The construction was being financed by First Community Bank. First Community was closed by NM State Regulators in January 2011 and sold by the FDIC to U.S. Bank. When the bank closed, the builder’s access to the funds needed to complete the project disappeared. Since First Community was closed due to allegedly making bad commercial real estate loans, US Bank couldn’t very well make the same mistake, so the project was effectively shut down. The buildings were foreclosed upon and sat, deteriorating for a long time. They were purchased by the Lissoy Family Trust in the Summer of 2012 and planning to complete them was begun. Engineers evaluated each structure, some of which were pretty much completed, and some that never even got wrapped and stuccoed. According to Scott Lissoy, who is heading up the project, any deteriorated materials have been repaired or replaced and interior work is progressing.
The project’s original name, Puerto del Sol may or may not survive, but the owners have big plans. 18 additional buildings are underway, for a total of 128 units when the project is complete. None of the buildings will be sold, as was the original plan. All will be leased to tenants, starting in Spring, 2013. The new plan includes a clubhouse with a gym, a tot lot and an outdoor pool. All the units are 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and between 1040 and 1140 square feet. Each unit will have a single carport for covered parking. The upstairs units will have a fireplace and vaulted ceilings. Plans call for upgraded kitchens with slab granite counters, stain grade cabinets and stainless steel appliances. Some of the upstairs units should have really great views of the Sandias as well. It sounds to us like this will be a great final outcome for this project, which has been an eyesore for so long.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team March 20th, 2013
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 3211 Square Feet
Built into a hill, it looks like a 1 story home from the front, but a lower level walkout gives access to the back yard. The 180 degree mountain view from the upstairs deck and main living area is breathtaking. The flooring everywhere but the kitchen and baths is 3/4 inch oak planking. There is surround sound wiring in 3 rooms, security cameras at every entrance, ethernet throughout and more. A huge basement storage space runs the width of the house plus there is an RV pad with 50amp service.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team March 6th, 2013
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 3426 Square Feet
Its all about space – LOTS OF SPACE! This rambling ranch style home goes on and on. There are 3 living spaces – a formal living room, a family room and a rec room. The laundry room is not just spacious, its large enough to double as an office! The 2nd and 3rd bedrooms are roomy enough to use as a barracks. The roof was new in 2012. The oversized detached garage has a single width door front and back. The back yard goes on and on (.85 acres) with access for an RV or just about anything else!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team February 15th, 2013
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 1416 Square Feet, 2 Car Garage
Cute, Cute, Cute! That is what we hear every time we show this house. New Carpet was just installed, Feb ’13, New Pella Impervia Windows were installed just a few years ago. Large Spanish Porcelain Tile was added in the entry and around the fireplace hearth. Enjoy the large back yard from the shade of the covered patio. Both baths have been updated, with tile tub surrounds. This home has character to spare, plus updates for comfort and elegance. You will love the Southwestern touches throughout!
