Published April 26, 2026 · Last reviewed on April 26, 2026 by Chris Nevada, Broker-Owner, Nevada Real Estate Group.
The Las Vegas Strip’s top 10 high-rise condos in 2026 range from $385,000 studios at One Las Vegas to $9.4 million penthouses at Waldorf Astoria Residences. Buyers trade walk-to-Strip access for HOA dues averaging $1.18 per square foot monthly across The Martin, Veer Towers, Vdara, Trump International, Panorama, Turnberry, Sky, and Allure.
Key takeaways
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Nevada Real Estate Group tracks 35 actively listed Strip-corridor high-rise condos as of April 2026, a 14% jump from January.
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Median price-per-square-foot across the 10 buildings is $612, roughly 2.4× the Las Vegas single-family median of $254.
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Veer Towers and Waldorf Astoria sit on Las Vegas Strip frontage inside CityCenter (89158); Panorama and The Martin are a 6-minute walk from the Bellagio fountains in 89103.
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Property tax in Clark County runs roughly 0.66% of assessed value—materially lower than California or Arizona high-rise comps.
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HOA dues, valet, concierge, and condo-hotel rental programs vary wildly; the comparison table below is the at-a-glance answer.
Why are Las Vegas Strip high-rises such a unique property class?
The Strip-corridor high-rise market is one of only three true urban-density condo submarkets in the western United States outside of California, and the only one with no state income tax. Of the roughly 9,400 attached-product listings active in the Las Vegas Realtors MLS during Q1 2026, fewer than 380 are true high-rise units (defined here as buildings of 20+ floors with full-service concierge). That scarcity is the single biggest pricing driver inside the 1.7-mile stretch from Sahara Avenue south to Mandalay Bay.
What buyers in Summerlin, Henderson, and even out-of-state relocators consistently underestimate is the operating cost layer. Strip high-rises carry HOA dues that average $1.18 per finished square foot per month, before any condo-hotel rental program offsets. A 1,400-square-foot two-bedroom at Vdara, for example, will typically run $1,650 per month in HOA dues alone—more than the entire mortgage payment on a comparable 2,200-square-foot detached home in Spring Valley (89148) at today’s rates.
That trade is the entire pitch. You give up the garage, the yard, and the storage closet. You get walk-to-Strip access, a 24/7 doorman, valet on demand, a pool you don’t maintain, and a building that runs itself when you’re traveling. For roughly 28% of our high-rise buyers—based on Nevada Real Estate Group’s 2025 transaction mix—the unit is a second home, not a primary residence. That ratio matters because it shapes which buildings hold value best in soft markets.
How do the 10 Strip high-rises compare on price, address, and amenities?
The table below is the single most-requested artifact our team produces for relocating buyers. It compresses the 10 buildings into the five fields that drive the short list: address, year built, floor count, current price band (April 2026 listings + the most recent 90 days of closed comps), and the one or two amenities that genuinely differentiate the building.
| High-rise | Address (ZIP) | Built · Floors | 2026 price band | Differentiator |
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| The Martin | 4471 Dean Martin Dr (89103) | 2008 · 45 | $525K – $2.1M | Best value floor-to-ceiling glass; full residential (no hotel) |
| Veer Towers | 3722 Las Vegas Blvd S (89158) | 2010 · 37 (twin) | $640K – $4.8M | Only true Strip-frontage residential inside CityCenter |
| Vdara | 2600 W Harmon Ave (89158) | 2009 · 57 | $485K – $1.7M | Condo-hotel rental program; non-gaming Aria-adjacent |
| Trump International | 2000 Fashion Show Dr (89109) | 2008 · 64 | $430K – $3.2M | Tallest residential on Strip; Fashion Show Mall walkway |
| Waldorf Astoria Residences | 3752 Las Vegas Blvd S (89158) | 2009 · 47 | $1.4M – $9.4M | Strip’s only Forbes 5-Star service; no casino in building |
| Panorama Towers | 4555 Dean Martin Dr (89103) | 2006 · 33 (3 towers) | $465K – $1.9M | Largest unit footprints in segment; mature HOA reserves |
| Turnberry Place | 2700 Las Vegas Blvd S (89109) | 2001 · 38 (4 towers) | $595K – $3.6M | Largest pool deck on Strip; Stirling Club access |
| Sky Las Vegas | 2700 Las Vegas Blvd S (89109) | 2007 · 45 | $420K – $1.6M | North Strip; smallest entry-price ticket on Strip-frontage |
| One Las Vegas | 8255 S Las Vegas Blvd (89123) | 2008 · 20 (twin) | $385K – $1.1M | South Strip; closest to Harry Reid International Airport |
| Allure Las Vegas | 200 W Sahara Ave (89102) | 2007 · 41 | $395K – $1.4M | Strip + Downtown access; closest to Symphony Park |
A few patterns jump off the table immediately. First, every building south of Tropicana Avenue (Vdara, Veer, Waldorf Astoria, One Las Vegas) has at least one Strip-view exposure that commands a 12–18% premium over the same floor-plan facing west toward the Spring Mountain Range. Second, the two condo-hotel buildings (Vdara and Trump International) trade at lower per-square-foot prices because the rental program restricts owner-occupancy days, which limits the buyer pool. Third, Waldorf Astoria Residences is in its own pricing tier—the building literally has no comparable inventory anywhere west of Beverly Hills.
Which buildings have the lowest entry price?
If your budget caps at $500,000, you have four real options in 2026: Sky Las Vegas (north Strip studios from $420K), One Las Vegas (south Strip studios from $385K), Allure ($395K studios), and Trump International ($430K studios—but check the rental program rules carefully). Vdara at $485K is the floor for true CityCenter-adjacent product. Below $385K, the only honest answer is to look at our Henderson high-rise guides on MacDonald Highlands or move to the Hughes Center mid-rise market.
What is the Strip high-rise HOA reality buyers should expect?
Every relocating buyer asks the same first question: “Why are the HOAs so high?” The answer is mechanical. A Strip high-rise carries 24/7 staffing (front desk, doorman, valet, security, maintenance, engineering, housekeeping for common areas), high-rise insurance riders, full-building life-safety systems, two or more elevator banks per tower, mechanical garage ventilation, and chilled-water HVAC plants that serve every unit. None of those line items exist in a single-family home in Summerlin (89135) or Henderson Green Valley (89052). They cost what they cost.
The relevant question is not “is the HOA high” but “is the HOA reasonable for the building.” Three diagnostic numbers tell the story:
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Reserves percentage. A healthy Strip high-rise HOA reserve study shows reserves at 10% or more of the annual budget. Below 7% is a red flag for special assessments.
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Owner-occupancy ratio. Above 50% owner-occupancy generally qualifies for warrantable Fannie Mae financing; below 50%, expect non-warrantable rates and tighter down-payment requirements.
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Litigation history. Pull the building’s 5-year litigation summary; structural-defect or contractor disputes carry forward into HOA insurance premiums and the budget for years.
Of the 10 buildings on this list, all 10 are Fannie Mae warrantable as of the April 2026 review cycle, all 10 have reserve studies on file, and seven have reserves above 12% of annual budget. That is materially better than the Strip-corridor segment as a whole, which is one reason these buildings have outperformed.
Are HOA dues tax-deductible for primary residences?
For a primary residence, HOA dues are not federally deductible. For a condo-hotel unit run as a rental on more than 14 days per year (and hitting other material-participation tests), the dues are deductible against rental income on Schedule E. Run the specific numbers with a CPA who has Las Vegas condo-hotel experience—this is not generic real estate accounting and the IRS scrutinizes condo-hotel basis.
How does the Strip high-rise market compare to Summerlin and Henderson alternatives?
Most of our buyers shopping the Strip also shop alternative submarkets before committing. The decision usually comes down to lifestyle, not finance. A buyer can get roughly 2.6× the square footage in MacDonald Highlands for the same dollars as a Strip high-rise two-bedroom. The Strip wins on walk-to-everything; Henderson and Summerlin win on land, garage, and quiet.
The other variable is school assignment. The Strip is in the Clark County School District (CCSD) attendance zone for Walter Bracken Elementary and Las Vegas High School—both rated 5/10 or below on most independent rating sites. Buyers with school-age kids typically buy in Summerlin (89144) or Henderson (89052) for the assigned schools, then own a Strip unit as a second residence. Faith Lutheran (private, K-12, in 89117) and Las Vegas Day School are the two most common private alternatives for Strip-area families.
What are the best Strip high-rises for primary-residence buyers without kids?
For full-time, no-children primary-residence buyers, the consistent recommendations from our team are The Martin, Panorama Towers, and Veer Towers—in that order for value, livability, and resale. The Martin is the highest owner-occupancy ratio on the list (84% as of the building’s March 2026 owner’s meeting), which materially affects building quiet, mailroom traffic, and the elevator-wait pattern in evenings. Panorama’s larger floor plates suit downsizers from 3,500-square-foot Summerlin homes who don’t want to give up the kitchen they’re used to. Veer is the answer for buyers who literally never want to drive again.
What about resale and appreciation: how have these buildings performed?
From the Q1 2020 trough to Q1 2026, the median Strip high-rise sale price across these 10 buildings has appreciated roughly 38%, versus 51% for the Las Vegas single-family detached median over the same window. High-rises lagged the broader market through the 2020–2022 pandemic-recovery surge (urban-density anything was out of favor) and then closed the gap from late 2023 forward as remote-work patterns matured and the Strip-as-second-home thesis came back. The buildings that have outperformed—Waldorf Astoria, Veer, and The Martin—all share three traits: high owner-occupancy, no condo-hotel program, and a brand or location moat that competitors cannot replicate.
For a buyer optimizing for resale, the order of priority is location moat first (Strip frontage, CityCenter inclusion), brand and service tier second (Waldorf Astoria’s Forbes 5-Star designation is an objective moat), HOA financial health third, and unit-level features (view, floor, exposure) fourth. Skip steps one and two and you can lose 8–14% of value in the next soft cycle—the data from the 2009–2012 Vegas correction is unambiguous on this point.
Which buildings hold value best in soft markets?
Based on peak-to-trough analysis of the 2009 and 2020 corrections, the three most defensive buildings in this segment are Waldorf Astoria Residences (peak-to-trough drawdown of 21% in 2009, vs. a segment average of 38%), Veer Towers (24%), and The Martin (27%). The most volatile have been Trump International and Vdara, both because of condo-hotel program complexity and because non-warrantable financing dries up first when capital markets tighten.
How does the buying process work for a Strip high-rise?
The mechanics differ from a single-family transaction in three concrete ways. First, your lender needs condo-project review—Fannie Mae Form 1076 or the equivalent. Building this into the timeline up front saves 8–14 days versus discovering a condo-questionnaire issue at the appraisal stage. Second, the HOA estoppel and resale package have to be ordered immediately on contract—Nevada law allows up to 10 days for the package to arrive, and the buyer has a 5-day rescission window after receipt. Third, condo-hotel buildings (Vdara, Trump International) require a separate rental-program disclosure review that most general real estate attorneys are not equipped to handle.
Our team carries a checklist for each of the 10 buildings that lists the building-specific lender contact, the typical resale-package turnaround, the rental-program manager (if applicable), and the named HOA attorney. That preparation cuts the typical Strip high-rise transaction timeline from 45–60 days down to 28–35 days—a meaningful difference when you’re moving from out of state and trying to coordinate a moving crew. Browse current listings on our Las Vegas condo search to see what is on the market this week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a non-Nevada resident buy a Strip high-rise?
Yes. There are no state-of-residency restrictions on Nevada real estate ownership. Out-of-state buyers should plan for an extra 2–3 days for notarized signatures, and California buyers in particular should consult their CPA on the implications of holding Nevada-situs property for state-residency tax purposes.
What financing options exist for condo-hotel units?
Most condo-hotel units (Vdara, Trump International) are non-warrantable for Fannie Mae and require portfolio lenders. Expect 25–35% down minimum, rates 0.75–1.50% above conventional, and shorter amortization options than a standard primary-residence loan. A handful of credit unions specialize in this product—ask your agent for the current short list.
Are Strip high-rises affected by 215 Beltway noise or McCarran flight paths?
The 215 Beltway and Harry Reid International Airport (formerly McCarran) flight paths affect the south Strip more than the central or north Strip. One Las Vegas at 8255 S Las Vegas Blvd is the most exposed of the 10 buildings; Sky Las Vegas at the north end is the least exposed. Aircraft noise is generally below 55 dBA inside any of the 10 buildings on this list because of double-pane construction and floor-plate elevation.
Are pets allowed in Strip high-rises?
All 10 buildings allow pets, but the rules vary by building from one cat-only to two pets up to 80 lbs combined. Service animals are protected federally and cannot be restricted. Always pull the current pet rule from the most recent HOA CC&R amendment before contract.
What is the typical closing-cost range for a Strip high-rise?
Plan for closing costs at 2.0–2.6% of purchase price in Clark County, which includes title insurance, escrow fees, recording fees, the HOA transfer fee (typically $400–$1,200 building-dependent), and the lender’s condo-project review fee. Nevada has no state real estate transfer tax beyond the modest county recording fee.
About the Author
Chris Nevada is the Broker-Owner of Nevada Real Estate Group, a 150-agent team headquartered at 8945 W Russell Rd, Suite 170, Las Vegas, NV 89148. Chris served 16 years in the United States Navy before launching the firm and now leads a brokerage that serves Las Vegas, Henderson, Summerlin, North Las Vegas, and Reno. The team specializes in residential, luxury condo, and relocation transactions across the Las Vegas valley.
For a private consultation on Strip high-rise inventory, current building financials, or a building-specific buyer’s checklist, reach the team at (702) 637-1759 or info@nevadagroup.com. Read more on the About Nevada Real Estate Group page, or browse recent market commentary from the team.
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Disclosure: All price ranges, square-footage figures, HOA dues, and reserves percentages reflect publicly available MLS data and HOA documents as of April 2026 and may have changed since publication. Real estate values fluctuate; buyers should verify all numbers with current building documents and a licensed Nevada real estate professional before making any purchase decision. This article is informational only and is not financial, legal, or tax advice.
