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$530,631$215 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Nov 5, 2021

8709 PLACITAS ROCA RD NW

ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87120
0
Baths
2,468 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$531K
$506K low$555K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Nov 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,466 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$133,246 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,398
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,848
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$129,366
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$399,778

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
64
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
5
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residential
CountyBERNALILLO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Tony Hillerman Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Volcano Vista High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Tierra Antigua Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi

District: Albuquerque Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 87120These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.55
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.127

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.63,778
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,085 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,220
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,906
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.11 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.76%

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How this home compares

8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Albuquerque 87120
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Volcano Cliffs
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Bernalillo County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Volcano Cliffs
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Bernalillo County

What homes are worth in Albuquerque 87120

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$225K$752K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Albuquerque 87120.

How it measures up in Albuquerque 87120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albuquerque 87120.

Estimated value$530,631
CheaperTypical $360,039Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$215
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area2,468 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVolcano CliffsAlbuquerque 87120Bernalillo County
Estimated valuepricier than$530,63119% of homes86% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21533% of homes59% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,468 ft²29% of homes81% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac24% of homes58% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than201527% of homes89% of homes96% of homes

About 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw

How much is 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM is $530,631 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $505,781 to $555,481. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM last sell?

8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM last sold on Nov 5, 2021 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM?

8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM has 2,468 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM built?

8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM was built in 2015, making it 11 years old.

What schools serve 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM?

8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM is assigned to Tony Hillerman Middle School (middle), rated A; Volcano Vista High School (high), rated C; Tierra Antigua Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Albuquerque Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM compare to other homes in Albuquerque 87120?

Among the 23,756 homes in Albuquerque 87120, it is worth more than 86% of them ($530,631 against a typical $360,039), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($215 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,468 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2015 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Bernalillo County, it is worth more than 86% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8709 Placitas Roca Rd Nw, Albuquerque, NM was $5,466. The county assessed it at $133,246.

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