Near North Valley

Bordered to the west by the Rio Grande, this area remains semi-rural and rich in history and tradition. Agricultural land and open space in the north west blends into residential neighborhoods to the east. Many of these communities have roots in farms and ranches that were established in the eighteenth-century, although indigenous people had been irrigating the area for centuries before. The intricate ditch irrigation system that sustained these enterprises are still evident in the landscape today. Further east, commercial and retail services line the 4th Street corridor the entire north-south length of the CPA. This corridor has historically provided services for locals and unique experiences for visitors. Distinctive neighborhoods that continue cultural traditions, like community groups clearing the irrigation ditches every spring, are the heart of the Near North Valley CPA.

The City of Albuquerque’s Community Planning Area (CPA) assessment process will work with residents and businesses throughout the city to describe what is working or not working in different parts of town and talk about how to enhance what is going right. We hope that community members will take ownership of the process and use the data on this page to guide conversations about future development, revitalization, and growth.

Albuquerque is home to a diverse and growing population, and every CPA has its own distinct mix of people. Let's get to know Near North Valley residents a little better.

Albuquerque has a diverse history and culture, reflected in the public facilities; parks, open space, and trails; transportation network; and heritage sites and resources.

Connections between the places that residents live, work, play, and learn is key to enhancing quality of life. 

How our communities grow and change has long term environmental, quality of life, and public health impacts. Growth patterns also affect our long-term ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions, as well as the resilience and sustainability of our community.

Each CPA has unique assets, development patterns, businesses, and industries that contribute to the character of its neighborhoods, provide employment, and offer goods and services to residents and visitors. 

There are a number of different ways that the City can help support economic development. See this  Economic Development Incentives map  for more information about some of these resources.

The first assessment in the Near North Valley CPA will take place in 2025.

You can contact the team leading the Near North Valley Community Planning Area assessment by emailing  NearNorthValley-CPA@cabq.gov .

The City of Albuquerque has 12 Community Planning Areas (CPAs). Between 2021 and 2027, City staff and local communities are working together to gather data, inventory assets, and create an action plan for each CPA. The assessment process will help figure out what each community needs and how to get there. Visit the  CPA website  for more information