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The Watermark At Cherry Hills

6901 San Vicente Avenue NE, Albuquerque, NM

Assisted LivingMemory CareIndependent Living

★ 4.520 reviewsRead reviews

About the community

About The Watermark At Cherry Hills

Introducing Élan Santa Monica in Albuquerque, NM Step into the unexpected. Stunning, but casual. Elegant, yet comfortable. More like an urban lodge or boutique hotel than a traditional senior living community. At Élan Santa Monica you’ll discover concierge-style services, resort-quality amenities, and a compassionate, respectful staff that is always on hand to offer assistance with daily living and specialized…

Published floor plans

Studio

Assisted Living · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,795/month

Care fees not included

Checked September 30, 2026
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1 Bedroom

Assisted Living · 1 bedroom

Published starting price

$6,795/month

Care fees not included

Checked September 30, 2026
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2 Bedrooms

Assisted Living · 2 bedroom

Published starting price

$7,995/month

Care fees not included

Checked September 30, 2026
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Studio

Memory Care · 0 bedroom

Published starting price

$5,500/month

Care fees not included

Checked September 30, 2026
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Semi-Private

Memory Care

Published starting price

$5,300/month

Care fees not included

Checked August 1, 2026
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Tracked published prices

Price history by floor plan

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Semi-Private$5,300 observed · tracking future changes
$5,300Aug 1, 2026

One source-published starting price observed so far. No price change has been observed yet.

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Recent changes

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  1. September 30, 2026 at 1:53 AM PDT

    4 changes detected in this data refresh

    Published price updated

    1 Bedroom published price changed from $6,250 to $6,795.

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    Published price updated

    Studio published price changed from $5,350 to $5,795.

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    Published price updated

    2 Bedrooms published price changed from $8,200 to $7,995.

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    Published price updated

    Studio published price changed from $6,700 to $5,500.

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Family and resident feedback

4.5 out of 5 from 20 reviews

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★★★★★

Positive

Watermark assisted living seemed like a pleasant, well-run place. The decor was new and modern. The residents that I saw seemed to be well-groomed, nicely dressed, and upbeat. Lunch was in progress and residents are served at their tables. The menu had plenty of choices. They had some unusual activities listed, such as cooking classes, documentary films and live music, in addition to the more usual ones such as exercise and an outing to the state fair. I saw a studio apartment and a one-bedroom apartment. The bathr…

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
5.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
LindaSeptember 21, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Overall pleased

Overall, our experience was good, and I would give this facility 4 out of 5 stars. The facility was very clean, and my mom especially loved the food—it was one of the highlights of her stay. Most of the caregivers were kind and friendly, although there were a few who were not as welcoming. Our biggest concern was communication. Before my mom moved in, there were several miscommunications between the manager/director and my husband and me, which led to some confusion and affected our overall experience. The qualit…

AnonymousJuly 29, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

The Watermark at Cherry Hills

They seem to have some trouble keeping a chef and wait staff, but otherwise everything is great!

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Cleanliness
5.0 / 5
Friendliness
5.0 / 5
Value for Cost
4.0 / 5
Care Services
5.0 / 5
Activities
4.0 / 5
Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
3.0 / 5
AmieJune 1, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

The Watermark at Cherry Hills

The staff has been great. My dad just fought it at first because he didn't want to be in assisted living. He's adjusting better now. The facility is very clean, and the common areas are bright and cheery. The dining room staff is friendly, and the nursing staff are efficient and timely. Overall, we've had a positive experience.

AnonymousJune 1, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Review for The Watermark at Cherry Hills

I think it's working out very well for my brother. Great experience overall. It's up-to-date and clean. Staff is friendly and helpful. Dining experience is exceptional. Activities are good and ongoing.

AnonymousJuly 29, 2025Published source

★★★★★

Positive

We placed my mom (89) in this lovely Assisted Living facility in June 2024. We I chose Watermark because of the friendliness of the staff, residents, and the volume of activities offered. The overall feel is modern and efficient. The apartments are very nice and large enough to feel like a true apartment. Mom feels very independent while also safe and attended. Brooke K. was invaluable in helping me place mom in this facility. Just about everything promised has been delivered. No place is perfect and all senior car…

Donna NDecember 27, 2024Seniorly

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Public price status
Published starting price available
Last source check
October 22, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

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Meals & dining

  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • No Sugar
  • Room Service
  • Vegetarian
  • International Cuisine
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Special Dining Programs
  • Guest Meals
  • Gluten-free
  • Vegan
  • Bar or Pub
  • Private Dining Room
  • Café or Bistro

Health & wellness

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Medication Management
  • Incontinence Care

Services & convenience

  • Resident Parking Available
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)
  • Pet Care Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English
  • Spanish

Activities & engagement

  • Community Service Programs
  • Dances
  • Happy Hour
  • Wine Tasting
  • Activities On-site
  • Cooking Classes
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Wii Bowling
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • Stretching Classes
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Holiday Parties
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Activities Off-site
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Reminiscence Programs
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Art Classes
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Trivia Games
  • Live Musical Performances
  • Gardening Club
  • Sensory-based Programs
  • Live Well Programs

Outdoor spaces

  • Meeting Room
  • Library
  • Outside Patio
  • Computer or Media Center
  • Beauty Salon
  • Central Fireplace
  • TV Lounge
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Game Room
  • Piano or Organ
  • Golf Course or Putting Green
  • Fitness Center
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Movie or Theater Room

Apartment & room features

  • Air Conditioned
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Handicap Accessible
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Bath Tubs
  • Kitchenette

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked October 22, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
Not publicly disclosed
Move-in fee
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Exact unit availability
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