Village of Corrales real estate is a small, treasured oasis located within a large, fast-growing metropolitan area. Corrales real estate is bordered on the east by the Rio Grande and, across the river, by the Sandia Reservation. To the south is the City of Albuquerque while to the west and north is Rio Rancho real estate. You will see residents on horse back or bike riding throughout the Village of Corrales. Corrales was founded in 1712, and incorporated in 1971. Corrales got its name as it was a great place to stop and put livestock in “corrals” before the last leg of the trip to the Albuquerque.In 2007 Corrales real estate was named #19 on www.cnnmoney.com top 100 places to live list for income brackets, school districts, cost of living, and even though the village is right in the middle of metropolitan life, it is a sanctuary for residents and wildlife alike. A strong sense of community comes with Corrales real estate as it offers country style comfort with the convenience and eclectic culture of neighborhood restaurants, shopping, small farms and a couple outstanding wineries. If you desire country living with convenience visit SWMLS area 130 for Village of Corrales real estate.