Kirkland Air Force Base
Kirtland Air Force Base (IATA: ABQ, ICAO: KABQ) is located in the southeast quadrant of Albuquerque.
The base is the third largest installation in Air Force Materiel Command, covering 51,558 acres (209 km ) and employing over 23,000 people, including more than 4,200 active duty, 3,200 part-time Air Force Reserve, and 1,000 Air National Guard personnel.
Kirtland is the home of the Air Force Materiel Command's Nuclear Weapons Center (NWC). The NWC is the center of expertise for nuclear weapon systems, ensuring safe, secure and reliable nuclear weapons are available to support the National Command Structure and Air Force. The NWC's responsibilities include acquisition, modernization and sustainment of nuclear system programs for both the Department of Defense and Department of Energy.
Sandia Labs is located on KAFB. Since 1949, Sandia National Laboratories has developed science-based technologies that support our national security. Today, the 300+ million Americans depend on Sandia's technology solutions to solve national and global threats to peace and freedom.
Real estate properties near Kirtland Air Force Base offer a diverse mix. You will find country club living in the community of Four Hills in the eastern part of this area, as well as many traditionally developed subdivisions, both older and newer. Mesa del Sol Community is a master planned community which sits on a 12,900 acres on the south mesa. Mesa del Sol offers 20 square miles of land, 18 million square feet of office, industrial and retail space, 37,500 homes, 3,200 acres for parks and open space, and numerous schools and ongoing education facilities.
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Albuquerque For Sale $118,500 3 Beds / 2 Baths
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Albuquerque For Sale $128,900 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Darling home featuring mountain views from the back yard, low maintenance landscaping and new paint. This home is ready for new owners and priced to sell, home inspection has been completed...
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Albuquerque For Sale $129,900 3 Beds / 1 Baths
Nice home near schools...Large Backyard with covered patio* Low maintenance landscaping in the frontyard *Needs some minor work.Sold-As-Is 0 Warranties Expressed or Implied...
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Albuquerque For Sale $148,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
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Rio Rancho For Sale $155,000 4 Beds / 2 Baths
4 bedroom Tiffany home on a large lot, loaded with features. Inside are raised ceilings, bull nose corners, sky lights, refrigerated air and a gas fireplace...
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Rio Rancho For Sale $159,999 3 Beds / 2 Baths
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Albuquerque For Sale $164,900 3 Beds / 3 Baths
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Rio Rancho For Sale $175,600 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Exceptional Wallen "Freedom" floor plan offers a spacious Family room, gourmet kitchen with center island, plenty of cabinets and pantry adjacent to the dining area and breakfast bar...
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Albuquerque For Sale $188,000 3 Beds / 2 Baths
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Albuquerque For Sale $189,499 3 Beds / 2 Baths
Price Reduced over 10k, seller ready to sell! One of a kind beautiful cozy home that offers a delightfull two way fireplace in the living room and dining area. Move in ready and coveniently located...
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Enter this beautiful patio home through the courtyard and covered front patio. You will have a two car garage, carport, RV pad and two work shop/storage areas...