Solera at Anthem is the guard-gated Del Webb 55-plus community inside Henderson's Anthem master plan — roughly 940 single-story homes on approximately 200 acres in ZIP code 89044, wrapped behind a 24-hour staffed guard gate and organized around a private resort-style clubhouse. Developed by Del Webb (now Pulte/Del Webb) beginning in 2001, Solera was purpose-built for active adults who want low-maintenance, single-level living with resort amenities — but on a smaller, more intimate scale than the 7,000-plus-home Sun City Anthem community a few minutes away. If the appeal of a Del Webb 55+ community is obvious to you but 7,000 homes feels like a small town, Solera is the version of that lifestyle sized down to a gated neighborhood where you actually recognize your neighbors.
What sets Solera apart from nearly every other active-adult option in the Las Vegas valley is that combination of guard-gated security and 55+ age qualification in the same package. Most of the valley's large 55+ communities — Sun City Anthem, Sun City Summerlin, Sun City Aliante — are open-access master plans with roving patrols but no staffed gate. Solera is one of the very few Henderson 55+ communities where every vehicle that enters was cleared at a manned gate. For retirees and snowbirds who lock the door and fly to see grandchildren for weeks at a time, that controlled access is not a luxury — it's the whole reason they buy here.
This guide is the 2026 buyer-side map for Solera at Anthem: how the community is laid out, what the guard gate actually gets you, the floor-plan and price tiers from entry patio homes to premium detached homes, what the clubhouse offers, what HOA dues run and what they cover, what the thin resale market looks like, and how Solera compares head-to-head against Sun City Anthem and the other Henderson-area 55+ choices. Every figure below is grounded in Clark County Assessor records, Las Vegas REALTORS closing data, and our own team's deal experience — cited in the Sources & Methodology footer. The phone number throughout, (702) 637-1759, reaches our active-adult specialists at Nevada Real Estate Group.
Solera at Anthem is a guard-gated Del Webb 55+ community inside Henderson's Anthem master plan — roughly 940 single-story homes built from 2001. Homes run about $350,000 for attached patio plans to $650,000 for premium detached homes, with HOA dues of roughly $150 to $280 per month funding the 24-hour staffed guard gate, front-yard landscaping, and a resort clubhouse. It is one of the few guard-gated 55+ communities in Henderson.
- Solera holds roughly 940 single-story homes — an intimate, gated alternative to the 7,000-plus-home Sun City Anthem.
- The 24-hour staffed guard gate is the headline differentiator; few Henderson 55+ communities offer manned controlled access.
- Prices run $350,000 (attached patio homes) to $650,000 (premium detached lots), all single-story from 1,200 to 2,400 square feet.
- HOA dues of about $150 to $280 per month cover the gate, front-yard landscaping, and the private resort clubhouse.
- Inventory is thin behind a 940-home gate — set alerts early and be ready to move.
According to Las Vegas REALTORS 2025 closing data, the GLVAR metro processed roughly 38,500 residential transactions across nearly $19.8 billion in volume — and across the 9,600-plus career closings our team has represented statewide, including 789 in 2025 worth more than $440 million, the active-adult segment has been one of the most durable corners of the Henderson market. In our experience, guard-gated 55+ product like Solera trades on a different logic than the open Sun City communities: buyers here will pay a measurable premium for the gate, and they hold their homes longer, which is exactly why resale inventory stays so tight.
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What exactly is Solera at Anthem in 2026?
Solera at Anthem is an age-restricted (55-plus) active-adult community built by Del Webb inside the larger Anthem master plan in Henderson, Nevada. The footprint covers approximately 200 acres and roughly 940 single-story homes in ZIP code 89044, developed in sequential phases beginning in 2001 and reaching build-out in the mid-2000s. Because Del Webb finished the community roughly two decades ago, all 2026 activity is resale — there is no builder inventory, no model-home center, and no new-construction phase. What you buy at Solera is an established, mature-landscaped home behind a gate, not a dirt lot and a design-center appointment.
The community is deliberately single-purpose: every home is a single-story design between roughly 1,200 and 2,400 square feet, built for accessibility and low-maintenance living. Architecture is Southwest-inspired — stucco exteriors, concrete tile roofs, and HOA-maintained desert landscaping across the front yards that removes most of the weekend yard work from the ownership equation. The heart of the community is a private clubhouse with a resort-style pool, spa, fitness center, and courts, and the whole neighborhood sits behind a 24-hour staffed guard gate. In the words of our own listing team, Solera is "Sun City in miniature, with a gate" — the same Del Webb active-adult DNA, shrunk to a scale where the community feels like a neighborhood rather than a municipality.
Where is Solera at Anthem, and why does the Henderson location matter?
Solera sits inside the Anthem master plan in south Henderson, off Anthem Parkway, with the McCullough Range foothills to the west and the broader Anthem community — including Anthem Country Club — as its immediate neighbors. The clubhouse address, 2401 Solera Sky Drive, Henderson, NV 89044, anchors the community near St. Rose Parkway, Henderson's primary medical and retail corridor. From the gate, the drive to the Las Vegas Strip runs approximately 25 minutes, Harry Reid International Airport approximately 20 minutes, and Lake Mead approximately 30 minutes via I-215 and US-95.
That Henderson positioning is a real part of the value story. According to FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data, Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large cities in the United States — a differentiator that active-adult relocators from California, Washington, and the Northeast weight heavily. Layer on Nevada's zero state income tax, and the practical math for a retired household moving from a high-tax state can be substantial. According to Tax Foundation data, the state-income-tax savings alone for a retired couple relocating from California or New York frequently lands between $15,000 and $120,000 per year depending on income — money that, for many Solera buyers, effectively covers the HOA dues, property taxes, and clubhouse lifestyle several times over.
What does the guard gate actually get you at Solera?
The guard gate is Solera's signature feature, so it's worth being specific about what it means in daily life. Solera operates a 24-hour staffed entry with controlled access — a manned booth, transponders or access codes for residents, a call-in and pre-approved-list system for guests, and a vendor-access policy for delivery drivers and contractors. Beyond the gate itself, the community carries perimeter walls, security patrols, and controlled vehicle access throughout. According to the community's governing documents, that layered security package — not just the gate but the walls and patrols behind it — is what separates Solera from the open-access 55+ communities that rely on roving patrol alone.
For the target buyer, the value is straightforward. A retiree who travels for weeks at a stretch, a snowbird who leaves the home empty every summer, or a single active adult who simply prefers knowing that every car inside the walls was authorized — these buyers pay for peace of mind, and Solera delivers it in a way that Sun City Anthem, for all its scale and amenities, does not. The trade-off is a few seconds at the gate and the requirement that guests be called in, but for the households who choose Solera, that friction is the point. When we represent buyers who tell us "gated is non-negotiable," Solera moves to the top of the Henderson 55+ short list immediately — there simply aren't many alternatives that pair the staffed gate with genuine Del Webb active-adult amenities.
What floor plans and price tiers make up Solera at Anthem?
Solera's homes fall into three broad product types, all single-story: attached patio homes (the affordable entry point), detached single-family homes (the core of the community), and a smaller set of premium detached homes on oversized or view lots. Floor plans span roughly 1,200 to 2,400 square feet, and because Del Webb designed the community for aging in place, even the larger plans keep everything on one level — no stairs anywhere in the community.
The table below summarizes the product tiers and their approximate 2026 pricing. Figures are drawn from Clark County Assessor records and Las Vegas REALTORS closing data for guard-gated Henderson 55+ product; verify the specifics of any individual home during escrow.
| Product tier | Approx. size | Price range (2026) | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attached patio homes | 1,200 to 1,600 sq ft | $350K to $450K | Most affordable entry into guard-gated 55+ living |
| Detached single-family | 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft | $425K to $560K | The core of Solera — single-story, low-maintenance |
| Premium detached lots | 1,900 to 2,400 sq ft | $525K to $650K | Oversized lots, mountain views, or open-desert backing |
At roughly $350,000 on the entry end and $650,000 at the premium end across 1,200 to 2,400 square feet, Solera's price-per-square-foot generally lands in the $270 to $310 range depending on tier, condition, and lot — competitive for guard-gated product and, notably, a meaningfully lower entry point than newer luxury 55+ communities. The attached patio homes are the sweet spot for budget-conscious buyers who still want the gate: at $350,000 to $450,000, they represent one of the least expensive routes into any guard-gated community in Henderson, 55+ or otherwise. The premium detached homes at $525,000 to $650,000, meanwhile, deliver a right-sized, view-oriented single-level home for well under the cost of comparable guard-gated luxury elsewhere in the valley.
What amenities does the Solera clubhouse offer?
The social and physical heart of Solera is its private resident clubhouse, and for a community of roughly 940 homes, the amenity package is genuinely full-featured. According to the community association's published amenity list, the clubhouse includes a resort-style swimming pool, a spa, a fitness center, tennis courts, bocce ball courts, a multi-purpose activity room, and a billiards lounge. The building functions as the community's living room — the place where the card groups, fitness classes, clubs, and social events that define active-adult living actually happen.
What Solera trades away for its intimate scale is the sheer volume of amenities you'd find at a 7,000-home community. Sun City Anthem runs three separate recreation centers with nine outdoor pools and a full restaurant; Solera runs one clubhouse. But the flip side is that Solera's amenities serve a fraction of the households, so the pool is rarely crowded, you learn the names of the people in your fitness class, and the community calendar feels personal rather than institutional. For many active adults — particularly those who found the mega-communities overwhelming when they toured them — that intimacy is a feature, not a compromise. As one longtime Solera resident told our team during a listing appointment, "at Sun City you're a member; at Solera you're a neighbor."
How much are HOA dues at Solera at Anthem?
HOA dues at Solera run approximately $150 to $280 per month depending on floor plan, section, and product type. That fee is doing more work than a typical open-community HOA fee because it funds the one thing that defines Solera: the 24-hour staffed guard gate. According to the community's governing documents, the dues cover guard-gate staffing, front-yard landscaping, common-area maintenance, and the private clubhouse with its pool, spa, fitness center, and courts. For a guard-gated 55+ package with amenities and front-yard landscape maintenance folded in, that monthly range is competitive within Henderson.
The table below breaks down what the dues cover and how Solera's fee structure compares in the broader Henderson 55+ landscape. Confirm the exact current dues, reserve balances, and any pending special assessments for a specific home by requesting the resale package during escrow.
| Line item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Approx. monthly dues (2026) | $150 to $280 depending on plan and section |
| Guard gate | 24-hour staffed entry — funded by dues |
| Landscaping | Front-yard landscape maintenance included |
| Clubhouse & amenities | Pool, spa, fitness, tennis, bocce, billiards |
| Common areas | Perimeter walls, patrols, common-area upkeep |
| Golf | Not included — no course on site (nearby courses available) |
One important note for budgeting: unlike Sun City Anthem, which sits next to the Revere Golf Club, or Sun City Summerlin, which owns three courses inside its gates, Solera has no golf course of its own and no golf built into the dues. For golfers, that's not a dealbreaker — Anthem Country Club's Hale Irwin-designed course and Sun City Anthem's courses are minutes away, plus several other Henderson public options — but it does mean the amenity core at Solera is the clubhouse, not the fairway. If daily golf inside the gates is central to your retirement, Solera is not the fit; if the pool, courts, and social calendar are what you want, the lower dues without a golf-course line item work in your favor.
What is the resale market like at Solera in 2026?
Solera's resale market is defined by one structural fact: scarcity. With roughly 940 total homes and a resident base that tends to buy and hold, the number of homes on the market at any given moment is small — frequently in the low single digits to low teens. In a normal year, a 940-home 55+ community with typical turnover produces on the order of 45 to 70 resale closings, which means desirable floor plans — especially the affordable attached patio homes and the premium view lots — can move quickly when they list. According to Las Vegas REALTORS closing data, guard-gated Henderson 55+ product has held its value well through 2026, supported by steady out-of-state retiree demand and the simple fact that Solera can't build more homes.
The practical implication for buyers is that you cannot shop Solera casually. Because a licensed agent must coordinate gate access for every showing, and because the right home may only appear a few times a year, the buyers who succeed here are the ones who set up MLS alerts early, get pre-approved or verify funds in advance, and are ready to tour and write within days of a new listing. Across the gated-Henderson transactions our team has represented, the difference between the buyers who land a Solera home and the ones who spend a year frustrated is almost always preparation — being positioned to move the week a home hits, not starting the mortgage conversation after it does. This is the single biggest piece of tactical advice we give every Solera buyer.
How does Solera compare to Sun City Anthem and other Henderson 55+ options?
The most common question we get about Solera is how it stacks up against Sun City Anthem, its enormous neighbor. The honest answer is that they solve for different priorities. Sun City Anthem is about scale: 7,000-plus homes, three recreation centers, nine pools, a full restaurant, and preferred access to a 36-hole golf club. Solera is about intimacy and security: roughly 940 homes, one clubhouse, and — critically — a staffed guard gate that Sun City Anthem does not have. Entry pricing at both starts around $350,000, so the decision usually comes down to a simple question: do you want the amenities and energy of a small town, or the security and neighborliness of a gated neighborhood?
The comparison table below lays out Solera against Sun City Anthem and Siena (a guard-gated 55+ community in the west Summerlin valley) across the dimensions that most often decide the choice.
| Factor | Solera at Anthem | Sun City Anthem | Siena |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approx. total homes | 940 | 7,144 | 2,700 |
| Location | Anthem, Henderson | South Henderson hillside | West Summerlin valley |
| Guard-gated | Yes — 24-hour staffed | No (patrol only) | Yes — guard-gated |
| Golf on site | No (nearby courses) | No (Revere adjacent) | Yes (private 9-hole style) |
| Builder / era | Del Webb, 2001+ | Del Webb, 1999-2007 | Shea Homes, 2000+ |
| Recreation centers | 1 clubhouse | 3 rec centers | 1 clubhouse |
| Entry price (2026) | $350K | $345K | $400K |
| Top-tier price (2026) | $650K | $900K+ | $700K+ |
| HOA monthly | $150 to $280 | $135 to $245 | $185 to $220 |
| Best for | Gated security at an intimate scale | Maximum amenities and scale | Guard-gated golf in the west valley |
In plain terms: choose Solera for the guard gate and the neighborhood feel; choose Sun City Anthem for the amenity firehose and the broadest Strip views; choose Siena if you want a guard-gated 55+ community with golf on the west side of the valley. We routinely tour Solera and Sun City Anthem the same afternoon so buyers can feel the contrast directly — the difference between a member's community and a neighbor's community is something you understand in about ten minutes on the ground. For the full menu of the valley's active-adult options, see our complete Las Vegas 55+ communities guide.
What healthcare and everyday conveniences surround Solera?
Healthcare proximity is one of the most-weighted factors for 55+ buyers, and Solera's Anthem location is a genuine strength here. The community sits minutes from Henderson's St. Rose Parkway medical corridor, anchored by the St. Rose Dominican hospital campuses and the newer Henderson Hospital — one of the deeper healthcare clusters in the Las Vegas valley, with multiple full-service hospital campuses inside a short drive. According to the Valley Health System, the south Henderson medical footprint has expanded meaningfully over the past decade, adding emergency, surgical, cardiology, and outpatient capacity that directly serves the Anthem-area active-adult population.
Everyday conveniences are equally close. Anthem-area shopping and dining sit just outside the gate, the retail and restaurant density along St. Rose Parkway is minutes away, and Green Valley Ranch and the broader Henderson retail scene are a short drive north via Eastern Avenue and I-215. For outdoor recreation, Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area and Anthem Hills Park are close by, and Lake Mead is roughly a half-hour for boating and day trips. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Henderson has been one of the fastest-growing cities in Nevada, and that growth has pulled a deep bench of medical, retail, and dining infrastructure into exactly the south-Henderson quadrant where Solera sits.
What is the age-restriction (HOPA) policy at Solera?
Solera at Anthem operates under the federal Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) framework, which permits age-restricted housing where at least 80 percent of homes are occupied by at least one person 55 or older. In practice at Solera, at least one resident in every household must be 55 or older, and the community maintains its age composition to stay compliant with HOPA on a rolling basis. According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the HOPA framework is what allows communities like Solera to legally restrict residency by age — a protection that preserves the active-adult character buyers are specifically paying for.
A younger spouse or co-occupant may be permitted in some cases under the community's rules, but every household must satisfy the age-restriction requirements, and permanent residency by minors is not allowed. Before you write an offer, it's worth having your agent confirm the exact current occupancy policy in the governing documents so your household composition qualifies cleanly at closing — a step we handle as standard practice on every Solera transaction. Temporary visits from grandchildren are a normal part of life here; the restriction is on permanent residency, not on hosting family.
Why do out-of-state retirees keep choosing Solera and Nevada?
A large share of Solera's buyer pool comes from out of state, and the reasons cluster tightly. The first is taxes. Nevada levies no state income tax, no tax on Social Security benefits, and no estate or inheritance tax. According to the Nevada Department of Taxation, that structure makes the state one of the most tax-efficient retirement destinations in the country, and for a household drawing pension, 401(k), or investment income, the annual savings versus a high-tax home state routinely run into five figures. Property taxes are modest as well: under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4722, the annual increase in a primary residence's property-tax bill is capped at 3 percent, which gives retirees on fixed incomes real predictability.
The second reason is lifestyle fit. Henderson pairs the safety ranking, the healthcare cluster, and the 300-plus days of sunshine that draw retirees to the desert, and Solera adds the two things that specifically matter to the security-conscious buyer: a staffed gate and a maintenance-light, single-story home. According to the Social Security Administration, the leading edge of the baby-boom generation continues to reach retirement age each year, and a meaningful slice of that cohort is relocating to tax-friendly Sun Belt states — with guard-gated, low-maintenance 55+ product like Solera sitting right in the center of what they're looking for. The combination of tax savings that can exceed $15,000 a year, a $350,000 entry price, and a genuine guard gate is a package very few markets can match.
What should buyers watch for before buying in Solera?
Solera is a strong community, but a smart purchase still comes down to due diligence on the specific home. First, confirm the HOA package: request the resale certificate and review current dues, the reserve-fund balance, and any pending or recently approved special assessments. A guard-gated community carries staffing costs, so you want to see healthy reserves funding that gate for the long term. Second, verify the age-qualification details for your household against the governing documents before you write, so there are no surprises at closing.
Third, know that inventory is thin and act accordingly — get pre-approved or verify funds, set up MLS alerts, and be ready to tour on short notice, because the best floor plans do not sit. Fourth, if you're a golfer, remember there's no course inside Solera; budget for a membership or daily-fee play at Anthem Country Club or Sun City Anthem's courses if golf is central to your plan. Finally, because every showing requires coordinated gate access, work with an agent who actually knows the community and the gate process. Our buyer's team handles all Solera gate arrangements for showings — call (702) 637-1759 with a day and time and we'll have you cleared through and touring without friction. For a broader view of the guard-gated landscape, our guard-gated communities guide maps every staffed-gate option in the valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age requirement for Solera at Anthem?
At least one resident in each household must be 55 or older — Solera is a dedicated 55+ active-adult community operating under the federal HOPA framework. A younger spouse or co-occupant may be permitted in some cases, but every household must comply with the community's age-restriction rules and permanent residency by minors is not allowed. Have your agent confirm the current occupancy policy in the governing documents before you offer so your household qualifies cleanly at closing.
Is Solera at Anthem guard-gated?
Yes. Solera has a 24-hour staffed guard gate with controlled access — one of the very few guard-gated 55+ communities in Henderson. Beyond the manned gate, the community carries perimeter walls and security patrols, which together are the primary reason many buyers choose Solera over the larger open-access active-adult communities nearby. The gate staffing is funded through the monthly HOA dues.
What is the price range for homes in Solera at Anthem?
Homes run from approximately $350,000 for attached patio homes to $650,000 for larger detached homes on premium or view lots. Everything is single-story, roughly 1,200 to 2,400 square feet, built by Del Webb beginning in 2001. Price per square foot generally lands in the $270 to $310 range. With only about 940 homes behind the gate, inventory at any given moment is thin — set up alerts early and be ready to move.
How does Solera compare to Sun City Anthem?
Choose Solera for gated security and an intimate scale; choose Sun City Anthem for maximum amenities and scale. Sun City Anthem is far larger — roughly 7,144 homes versus Solera's 940 — with three recreation centers and adjacent golf. Solera counters with a 24-hour staffed guard gate that Sun City Anthem lacks, plus a tighter-knit social feel. Entry pricing starts similarly around $350,000, so the choice usually comes down to security-and-intimacy versus amenities-and-scale. We can tour both the same day.
What are the HOA fees at Solera at Anthem, and what do they cover?
Budget approximately $150 to $280 per month depending on floor plan and section. Solera's dues cover the 24-hour guard-gate staffing, front-yard landscaping, common areas and perimeter walls, and the private clubhouse with its resort pool, spa, fitness center, tennis, and bocce courts. For a guard-gated 55+ package with amenities included, that is competitive in Henderson. Request the resale package during escrow to confirm current dues, reserves, and any pending assessments for the specific home.
Does Solera at Anthem have a golf course?
No, Solera does not have its own course — its amenity core is the private clubhouse with pool, spa, fitness center, tennis, bocce, and billiards. Golfers have short drives to Anthem Country Club's Hale Irwin-designed course and Sun City Anthem's courses, plus several other Henderson options. If daily golf inside the gates is central to your retirement, we can compare Solera against golf-anchored 55+ alternatives side by side.
Are all homes in Solera single-story?
Yes — every home in Solera at Anthem is single-story, a deliberate accessibility standard for the 55+ community. Plans run from roughly 1,200 to 2,400 square feet across attached patio homes and detached single-family designs, all with HOA-maintained front-yard desert landscaping that minimizes yard work. If stairs are a dealbreaker now or later, Solera removes the question entirely. Tell us your square-footage target and we'll match floor plans.
How do I tour Solera at Anthem if it's guard-gated?
Prospective buyers tour Solera with a licensed real estate agent who coordinates entry with the guard gate in advance — you cannot simply drive in to browse, which is part of the community's appeal. Nevada Real Estate Group handles all gate-access arrangements for showings. Call (702) 637-1759 with a day and time and we'll have you cleared through the gate and touring available homes without friction.
Which Sources Inform This Solera at Anthem Guide?
This guide cites public closing data, public assessor records, federal housing regulations, and official planning and tax documents. The full inline-citation set:
- Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — MLS closing data, monthly market reports, and trailing-period median-price data for guard-gated Henderson 55+ product.
- Clark County Assessor — public parcel and sale records for Solera at Anthem and the broader Anthem master plan.
- City of Henderson — master-plan entitlement records and planning documentation for the Anthem footprint.
- U.S. Census Bureau — population estimates and 55-plus demographic data for the Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise MSA.
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) — Housing for Older Persons Act (HOPA) regulations and the age-restriction framework.
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Henderson safety ranking among large U.S. cities.
- Nevada Department of Taxation — Nevada's no-income-tax structure and property-tax methodology applied to Solera residences.
- Nevada Revised Statutes — NRS 361.4722, the 3 percent annual primary-residence property-tax cap.
- Tax Foundation — state-by-state tax comparison underlying the retiree relocation-savings estimates.
- Social Security Administration (SSA) — retirement-age and Medicare eligibility context underlying the 55-plus buyer profile.
- Valley Health System — St. Rose Dominican and Henderson-area hospital service data referenced for healthcare proximity.
- Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) — Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise MSA House Price Index, referenced for the 55-plus appreciation history.
For Solera at Anthem resale questions, floor-plan recommendations, or a private gated tour, call Nevada Real Estate Group at (702) 637-1759 or visit the Solera at Anthem community page for the full amenity directory and current active listings. Related reading: the Sun City Anthem guide for the head-to-head comparison and the complete Las Vegas 55+ communities guide.
