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The Franz

1716 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104

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Highlights

  • Walker's Paradise
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Roof Terrace
  • Pet Play Area
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Gated
  • Grill
  • Property Manager on Site

About The Franz

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The Franz is an apartment community located in Bernalillo County and the 87104 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Albuquerque Public Schools attendance zone.

Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Furnished Units Available

Roof Terrace

Grill

  • Property Manager on Site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Pet Play Area
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Lounge
  • Storage Space
  • Fitness Center
  • Walking/Biking Trails
  • Gated
  • Roof Terrace
  • Grill

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Stainless Steel Appliances

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Tub/Shower
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

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Location
1716 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque,
NM 87104
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City - Albuquerque

If you’re looking for apartments for rent in Albuquerque, you’re in good company; more and more people are discovering the many perks of this historic city and packing up for a move to the Southwest. From scenic views and comfortable weather to diverse, friendly communities and fantastic cuisine, word of the city’s charms are definitely out. But Albuquerque’s inexpensive housing market is perhaps its best-kept secret; new residents can choose from a variety of affordable apartments in Albuquerque. Families will appreciate the abundance of terrific schools and the quiet neighborhood streets. If you’re attending college in Albuquerque, there are plenty of apartments within walking distance from both the University of New Mexico in the center of the city and Central New Mexico Community College just a few blocks to the south.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

Huning Castle Albuquerque, NM
Studio $1,066 $866
1 Bedroom $1,351 $1,151
2 Bedrooms $2,460 $1,435
3 Bedrooms $2,851 $1,852
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of New Mexico
Drive: 7 min 2.6 mi
Central NM C.C., Albuquerque
Drive: 8 min 3.0 mi
Central NM C.C., Sourth Valley
Drive: 17 min 7.9 mi
Central NM C.C., Adv Tech Ctr
Drive: 18 min 10.7 mi
The Franz is within 7 minutes or 2.6 miles from University of New Mexico. It is also near Central NM C.C., Albuquerque and Central NM C.C., Sourth Valley.
Schools
Dolores Gonzales Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
308 Students
Nearby
Lew Wallace Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
177 Students
Attendance Zone
Washington Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
275 Students
Attendance Zone
Albuquerque High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,714 Students
Attendance Zone
San Felipe De Neri School
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
172 Students
Nearby
Manzano Day School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
461 Students
Nearby
Menaul School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
196 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

The Franz is near Albuquerque International Sunport, located 11.0 miles or 27 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Downtown Albuquerque Rail Runner Station
Drive: 4 min 1.3 mi
Montaã±O Rail Runner Station
Drive: 12 min 4.9 mi
Bernalillo County Rail Runner Station
Drive: 14 min 6.4 mi
Los Ranchos/Journal Center Rail Runner Station
Drive: 17 min 7.9 mi
Sandia Pueblo Rail Runner Station
 Drive: 20 min 12.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Albuquerque International Sunport
 Drive: 27 min 11.0 mi

Walkability Near The Franz

Walker's Paradise
90
Walk Score®
Out of 100
Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.
Some Transit
41
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Very Bikeable
83
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Franz.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Old Town Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Old Town Shopping Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Felipe Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.1 mi
The Franz has 3 shopping centers within 1.1 miles, which is about a 3-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
American International Rattlesnake Museum
 Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
New Mexico Museum of Natural History
 Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
Explora
 Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Albuquerque Aquarium
 Drive: 4 min 1.4 mi
Tingley Beach
 Drive: 5 min 1.5 mi
The Franz has 5 parks within 1.5 miles, including American International Rattlesnake Museum, New Mexico Museum of Natural History, and Tingley Beach.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Lovelace Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Central Desert Behavioral Health Center
Drive: 5 min 1.8 mi
Presbyterian Hospital
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
The Franz has 3 hospitals within 2.1 miles, the nearest is Lovelace Medical Center which is 1.7 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Kirtland Air Force Base
Drive: 36 min 12.7 mi
The Franz is 12.7 miles and a 36 minute drive from Kirtland Air Force Base.

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