Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team December 18th, 2012
It’s Christmas time in Rio Rancho. In recent years it’s also been a challenging time for many of our residents because of the economy. Some people are working two or more jobs to make ends meet. Others are still looking for work. As we’ve visited different neighborhoods in Rio Rancho, we’ve noticed that fewer households have decorated the outside of their homes for the holidays. Streets where every other home used to put up lights or displays now have maybe 1 in 10. Our point in mentioning this fact is not to focus on a negative aspect of our times, but to celebrate those families who could and did take the time, effort, and expense to light up the night where they live. In this video we will share with you 20 some Rio Rancho homes where the owners went above and beyond a simple string of lights. It makes no difference whether the home is large or small, it’s the heart that went into the decorating that matters. There are many more homes that probably deserve to be shown, but we hope you enjoy these. Happy holidays from the Mark and Sheila Real Estate Team.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team October 26th, 2012
Sometimes “wittle wascally wabbits” sneak into our backyard, and as much as we like them, we can’t share our garden, lawn etc. with them. Rather than get violent, we entice them to enter a galvanized condo, using fruit cut in half. We then take them for a mile or two long ride and release them into a more suitable environment. This is the fifth one this summer. (No animals were hurt in the making of this movie 🙂 )
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team September 19th, 2012
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2671 Square Feet, 2 Car Garage and RV Space
Large and light, this home can accommodate a big household, plus an artist, craftsperson, woodworker or anyone that needs a large heated workshop or studio! Located adjacent to open space and within 200ft of the Rio Grande bosque, this home shines with fresh paint inside and out, new carpet, and tile in baths and the kitchen. There are 2 living areas, plus a large 18×14 den, office or home theater. The 3 car garage has one RV height door and is deep enough to handle an RV up to 24.5 ft long.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team September 10th, 2012
3 Bedrooms plus a Den, 2 Bathrooms, 2187 Square Feet, 2 Car Garage
With 3 bedrooms, a den and large living spaces, this home has lots of space for your household. Features like hot water recirculation for instant hot water, double ovens for holiday cooking, 2 kitchen pantries and solid surface kitchen counters set this home apart. The double door refrigerator has water and ice at the door. There are recessed lights, upgraded fixtures, a kiva style gas log fireplace, a covered patio and a fully landscaped back yard. Visit this one before it is gone!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team August 9th, 2012
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2270 Square Feet 2 Car Garage
This custom home by Firebird is some of their best work! The Master Suite includes a Large Triangular Jacuzzi Tub Surrounded by Cultured Granite, and a Tiled Walk in Shower. The other bedrooms are in a separate wing, with a Guest Suite plus 2 additional bedrooms for a total of 4. The spacious kitchen has all Stainless Steel Appliances, Thick Granite Counters , an Island and a Huge Walk in Pantry. The entire half acre lot is landscaped, and has beautiful views of the Sandias. You will love it!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team August 7th, 2012
4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2191 Square Feet
One of the nicest homes we have seen in this neighborhood! The spacious kitchen has a Kitchen Aid pro-style stove, Corian solid surface counters, and a huge island. Inside, the upgraded light and plumbing fixtures, fans and decorator paint will wow you. Plug into the surround sound speakers in the living room. Step outside to enjoy the pergolas in front and back, extra high block walls, a producing vegetable garden, a huge dog run and a clear view of the Sandias. Dont miss this one!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team July 17th, 2012
The Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) held a grand opening and ribbon cutting celebration for the public the weekend of July 8 and 9, 2012. On Saturday, a dozen dignitaries spoke to the assembled crowd including Senator Jeff Bingaman, facility President and CEO Kevin Rogols, other hospital administrators, county officials, and representatives of local pueblos. Tom Swisstack, the Mayor of Rio Rancho also spoke, but what was interesting was the number of speakers who lauded the Mayor for his leadership about ten years ago (when he was a State Representative) which resulted in the new facility eventually being built in Rio Rancho.
The new hospital comprises about 200,000 square feet, with 72 beds for inpatient care, 48 beds for medical and surgical care, a 12 bed ICU, 12 beds for senior behavioral health and a 13 bed emergency room. The hospital is part of University of New Mexico Hospital, and will be the only teaching hospital in the county. The equipment is state of the art, including a surgical robot, imaging equipment capable of producing very fine detail, talking beds (which speak a couple dozen languages) and so much more.
When the project was begun, Sandoval County was the largest county in the western United States without a hospital. Presbyterian Rust Medical Center opened just a few months earlier a few miles south (and also in Rio Rancho), so now there are two hospitals where not long ago there were none.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team June 19th, 2012
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2000 Square Ft
The owner of this home put $10s of Thousand$ into upgrades. Now it is YOUR turn to enjoy them! The kitchen remodel is to die for, with all stainless steel, top of the line LG appliances, solid surface counter tops and shiny decorative metal backsplash. Out back, the covered patio is just the beginning of the entertainment space, which includes a hot tub, gardens of flowers and pathways. There are vegetable gardens, a storage shed, back yard access and Mountain and City Light VIEWS!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team June 7th, 2012
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 2249 Square Ft
You will love this spacious townhome in a gated community in Cabezon. Just steps to a park, close to walking trails and a community pool. There is a beautifully upgraded kitchen with granite counters, a pantry and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs there is a quiet loft, upgraded lighting, decorator paint and large bedrooms with walk-in closets. Outside, a concrete patio spans almost the width of the lot!This home has lots of space and loads of personality for you to enjoy! Come see it!
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 24th, 2012
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 3465 Square Ft
Do you have a big household? Then this may be the house for you! This custom home sits on a half acre lot that backs up to Chamisa Hills Golf Course. The owners have invested in this home, so you will not need to. You will love the long granite counters in the huge kitchen, the stainless steel appliances, the pellet stove in the spacious family room and the tiled wet bar. New windows and sliding doors were recently installed, significantly upgrading the homes energy efficiency and beauty.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team May 15th, 2012
Enchantment Helicopters in Albuquerque is the only helicopter flight academy in New Mexico. Located at Double Eagle II Airport on the West Side of Albuquerque, because of the high local altitude, they are able to offer training in flight conditions that few pilots experience. Their program can take a student all the way to a career as a Certified Flight Instructor. The school’s training craft of choice are Robinson R-22 (2 passenger) and R-44 (4 passenger) helicopters.
One afternoon we took a discovery ride over Rio Rancho, New Mexico. We circled the Civic Center, the new Presbyterian Rust Medical Center and a number of subdivisions bordering Unser Blvd. The flight was smooth and fun!
In addition to flight training, Enchantment can provide a great aerial photography platform. If you’ve ever considered a career flying helicopters, but don’t want to go the military training route, give them a call.
Written by Mark T Fiedler - The Mark and Sheila Team October 28th, 2011
River’s Edge III is the newest and last subdivision of the River’s Edge neighborhood in Rio Rancho, NM. Located between Pat D’Arco Highway (Hwy 528) and the Rio Grande bosque, there are just under 600 homes, many of which have unparalleled views of the Sandia mountains and the river. Amrep Southwest developed the neighborhoods, building about 500 homes in the third subdivision, and selling most of the lots facing the bosque to custom and semi-custom builders for more expensive homes. One of the big attractions of living in River’s Edge is the easy access to the bosque walking trails, although you will find dozens of locals walking the streets of the neighborhood at dawn and at dusk, when it cools off.
