Yesterday, we reported on Albuquerque’s 15 most problematic properties—the blighted buildings and neglected lots that drag down neighborhoods and frustrate residents. But there’s another side to this story: the success stories.
While the city continues to grapple with persistent problem properties, officials want residents to know that progress is being made. The City of Albuquerque’s Code Enforcement division (and sometimes City Council when it gets so bad the City has to take over) has been working steadily to resolve cases, whether through owner remediation or municipal action. In some cases, the success is an empty lot instead of an abandoned home.
The results show that change is possible, even for properties that have plagued communities for years.
Recent Victories
According to the city’s latest update from January 16, 2026, several formerly problematic properties have been successfully resolved. Here’s before and after images and what happened to some of them:
13301 Cedarbrook NE
225 Utah NE
710 Cromwell SW
1828 Mary Ellen NE
629 San Mateo SE
1301 Gerald SE
318 Mesilla NE
1509 Silent Meadows SW.
6816 Ina NE
The work continues
While these success stories deserve recognition, city officials acknowledge that the work is far from over. As our previous reporting showed, 15 properties currently top the problematic list, with cases ranging from structural hazards to unsecured buildings that attract illegal activity.
The City of Albuquerque encourages residents to report problematic properties through the 311 system or online at cabq.gov.
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