Ascaya, Henderson — guard-gated desert-contemporary custom estates on engineered view lots along the McCullough Range ridgeline
Ascaya, Henderson

Ascaya Homes For Sale

Nevada's #1 team for Ascaya real estate. Search guard-gated custom estates and engineered view homesites across Upper Ridge, West Terrace, East Slope, South Canyon, Clubhouse Row & Entry Estates — 313 lots on the McCullough Range ridgeline above Henderson.

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  • MEDIAN LIST PRICE (ZIP 89012 AREA)

    $799K

    NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 10, 2026

  • COMMUNITY FINISHED-HOME RANGE

    $3M–$20M+

    Community record · Ascaya Development LLC

  • ENGINEERED CUSTOM VIEW LOTS

    313

    Community record · 313 acres

  • DAYS ON MARKET (ZIP AREA)

    39

    NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 10, 2026

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16+ years in Nevada real estate

Page updated September 30, 2026

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Ascaya at a Glance?

Ascaya is the Las Vegas Valley’s most exclusive custom-estate community — 313 engineered view lots on 313 guard-gated McCullough Range acres inside City of Henderson city limits — where finished homes run $3 million to $20 million-plus while the broader ZIP-area active median sits near $799,000 per NREG’s MLS analysis.

  • The two-number market: ZIP 89012 actives carry a $799,000 median and a $557,500 sold median — broader-area context only; Ascaya itself trades from $3M to $20M+.
  • The product: 313 custom homesites from one-third to over an acre, each with an engineered pad, underground utilities, and unobstructed-view geometry.
  • The architecture: Blue Heron leads a roster of approved builders under the Southwest’s most exacting desert-modern design review.
  • Liquidity honesty: the ZIP’s $800K+ segment implies roughly seventeen months of supply, and Ascaya closes a handful of estates a year — patience required both directions.
  • City backbone: Henderson police and fire, The District ten minutes away, Henderson Executive Airport fifteen, and the Strip about twenty via I-215.

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: NREG’s MLS analysis, U.S. Census, City of Henderson

Where Can I Find Ascaya Homes for Sale?

The Ascaya ZIP area — 89012 — carried 323 active listings in June 2026 according to NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data, 97 of them priced $3 million-plus where Ascaya actually trades. The newest listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active estate and homesite is searchable in our live MLS portal.

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Many Homes Are Listed in Each Ascaya-Area Price Range?

Across ZIP 89012 the active median list price sits near $799,000 per NREG’s MLS analysis June 2026 MLS data, but the distribution is barbell-shaped: 94 listings under $600K far below the ridgeline against 97 listings above $3 million where Ascaya trades. The bands below count Ascaya's listings on all of its MLS plats ("Ascaya", "Ascaya Canyon" and "Crystal Ridge") — 40 listings on September 29, 2026.

Under $600K

0

active listings

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$600K–$1M

0

active listings

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$1M–$2M

7

active listings

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$2M–$3M

15

active listings

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$3M–$5M

3

active listings

Browse $3M–$5M →

$5M+

17

active listings

Browse $5M+ →
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How Can You Find an Ascaya Home by Position, Tier & Price?

Ascaya's active homes and homesites sort into the types and price tiers below; each search link is scoped to Ascaya's MLS plats, with counts updated daily from NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data. Across all of ZIP 89012, 97 listings sat in the $3 million-plus tier in June 2026.

How Can You Narrow an Ascaya Search?

The MLS records Ascaya by plat ("Ascaya", "Ascaya Canyon", "Crystal Ridge" and "Ascaya fka Crystal Ridge"), not by ridgeline position, so these cards slice Ascaya's own listings by type and price; each search opens scoped to those plats. Saved counts are the September 29, 2026 snapshot (18 homes, 22 homesites) and update daily.

Updated daily · 350 active listings across ZIP 89012 · MLS data

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School planning

Which Schools Serve a Henderson Address?

Ask the district for the address-specific school assignment for the enrollment year, since boundaries change, and confirm it before you buy. Proximity to a school does not guarantee admission; charter, magnet and private schools set their own rules. Check CCSD school zoning · Nevada Report Card

CRIME DATA

How Can You Check Reported Crime Near a Home?

Ask the law-enforcement agency that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same reporting period, boundary and offense definitions. Missing records do not mean zero crime, the FBI cautions against ranking communities on crime totals alone, and a citywide figure does not describe a particular street.

FBI crime data resources · FBI guidance on comparing communities

Living In

What's It Like Living in Ascaya, NV?


The Answer

Ascaya stakes 313 custom homesites across 313 guard-gated acres on the McCullough Range ridgeline, every lot engineered for unobstructed Strip and valley views, with a resort clubhouse at the center. City of Henderson services back the community, and Nevada’s zero state income tax anchors most relocation math.

What is Ascaya known for?

Ascaya is known as the pinnacle of custom desert-contemporary living in Nevada — 313 engineered view lots, Blue Heron architecture with disappearing glass walls and negative-edge pools, a 24-hour staffed gate, and panoramic views of the Strip, the valley floor, and the surrounding ranges.

Who should live in Ascaya?

It fits trophy-estate and view buyers, custom-build clients who want architectural freedom inside a rigorous design code, California relocators converting tax savings into real estate, and principals who want Henderson Executive Airport fifteen minutes from a guard-gated front door.

What is daily life like?

Mornings start on the McCullough Hills Trail or in the clubhouse fitness center, errands run ten minutes downhill to The District at Green Valley Ranch, and evenings end at the infinity pool watching the Strip light up below.

Location

Where Is Ascaya

Ascaya climbs the McCullough Range ridgeline in south Henderson (ZIP 89012), above the MacDonald Ranch foothills off Horizon Ridge Parkway, with a single staffed gate on Ascaya Boulevard. 313 acres, 313 engineered homesites, one entrance. About 10 minutes to The District and 20 minutes to the Strip.

The District
10
Min
Henderson Exec.
15
Min
Strip
20
Min
Airport (Reid)
25
Min
Water Street
15
Min

Ascaya

At a Glance
$799,000
Median List Price (ZIP 89012 area)
$3M–$20M+
Community Finished-Home Range
350
Active Listings (ZIP area)
39
Days on Market (ZIP area)
Setting
McCullough Range ridgeline, south Henderson
Acreage
313 acres
Established
2007
Developer
Ascaya Development LLC
Homesites
313 custom lots
Community Price Range
$3M–$20M+ finished · lots from ~$1M
Lot Sizes
1/3 to 1+ acre, engineered pads
Security
24-hr staffed guard gate · patrols
HOA
$600–$1,500/mo
Views
Strip, valley & mountain panoramas
Sunshine
300 days/year
Distance to Strip
~20 min

Quick Answer

Is Ascaya a good place to live?

Yes — if you are buying position, privacy, and architecture. Ascaya pairs 313 guard-gated ridgeline acres and a resort clubhouse with full Henderson city services and a 20-minute Strip commute, and Nevada’s zero state income tax plus the 3% property-tax cap make the carrying math kinder than any coastal equivalent. It rewards custom-build clients, trophy-estate buyers, and relocating principals most; anyone needing golf inside the gates or a sub-$3M budget should weigh MacDonald Highlands next door first.

Source: City of Henderson

Census Housing Data / Ascaya

What Does the Census Show About Housing in Ascaya?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the tiles below compare housing and population figures for Ascaya and its surrounding area with the wider county. Each tile's label names the area it covers.

These are housing and population counts only. We don't describe who lives in a neighborhood or suggest which buyers it suits. Compare homes by their features, location, HOA terms and total cost, and use the Census source for the full tables.

Population (Henderson)
353,289
vs Clark Co 2,407,226
Home Value
~$485K
vs Clark Co $431K
Owner-Occupied
~66%
vs Clark Co 58%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates and Vintage 2025 population estimates, Henderson city (Ascaya is not separately tabulated) · Updated

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the Ascaya Area Growing?

Ascaya grows one commission at a time — finished estates rise on engineered pads as remaining lots sell — while its parent city compounds steadily: Henderson has added roughly 96,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, deepening the services and dining the ridgeline relies on.

353,289Henderson residents (Census)
313Ascaya guard-gated acres & lots
+37.1%Henderson growth, 2010–2025 (Census)

Henderson citywide population trajectory, 2010–2025 (Census)

Inside the gate, growth is deliberately finite: 313 lots on 313 acres is the entire plan, forever — which is the scarcity argument for ownership here. Originally entitled in the mid-2000s, the community paused during the recession before fresh investment finished the infrastructure, and today the build-out advances commission by commission as remaining homesites sell and architects clear design review.

2010
257,729
2020
317,610
2025 est.
353,289

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Henderson. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the community separately. Henderson: 2010 and 2020 are decennial Census counts; 2025 is the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 estimate. Last updated September 2026.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the Ascaya Real Estate Market Trending?

Median sold price, days on market, and monthly closings across ZIP 89012 from NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. The ZIP blends Ascaya with mainstream Henderson far below the ridgeline, so these series describe the ZIP area — Ascaya itself trades a handful of estates a year, each individually negotiated.

Median Sold Price (ZIP area)

$489K–$645K monthly band — one trophy closing can rewrite a month

vs October 2025

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

Days on Market (ZIP area)

20–39 day monthly range; 26 median over the last 100 days

vs October 2025

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

Closed Sales / Month (ZIP area)

~50 monthly average (~595/yr); Ascaya contributes a handful per year

vs October 2025

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

The long view: the median sold price in Henderson rose 115% between 2014 ($230,000) and 2026 ($494,038), across 49,820 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.

39
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET (ZIP)
$1.08M
ZIP 89012 MEDIAN LIST
313
ENGINEERED VIEW LOTS
< 1 hr
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Market Competitiveness

How competitive is Ascaya right now?

A split market: ZIP-area homes sold in a 26-day median over the past hundred days per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — but Ascaya’s tier moves differently, with 97 active $3 million-plus ZIP listings against a handful of monthly luxury closings. Buyers negotiate from strength; sellers need precision pricing and patience.

  • 26 daysMedian DOM, ZIP-area sold (100d)
  • 97$3M+ active listings, ZIP 89012 (June 2026)
  • $2.3MLuxury-segment sold median ($800K+, 100d)
  • ~17 moImplied luxury supply (NREG analysis)
Before You Buy

What Should You Compare Before Buying a Home in Ascaya?

Ascaya isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s six ridgeline positions running from $3 million Entry Estates and Clubhouse Row commissions to $8 million-plus Upper Ridge trophy builds, with a lifestyle that rewards specific buyer types. Six profiles below match lifestyles to positions, followed by the honest pros and trade-offs we walk every client through.

Which Ascaya Positions Fit Your Buyer Type?

Trophy & View Buyers

  • Upper Ridge — 360-degree panoramas from $8M+
  • West Terrace for direct Strip-view sunsets from $5M+
  • Finished Blue Heron estates to $20M+
  • Quiet, off-market trades are common — register criteria early
Best for Trophy & View Buyers →

Custom-Build Clients

  • 313 engineered pads with utilities and streets in place
  • Approved-builder program with rigorous desert-modern review
  • Lots from one-third to over an acre, ~$1M–$5M+
  • 18–36 month lot-to-keys timelines — plan accordingly
Best for Custom-Build Clients →

California Relocators

  • Zero state income tax vs 13.3% top CA rate
  • 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.4723
  • Engineered view estates at a fraction of coastal-bluff pricing
  • Virtual lot walks and gate-access coordination from out of state
Best for California Relocators →

Privacy-First Principals

  • 24-hour staffed gate with advanced security infrastructure
  • Single-entry ridgeline — zero through-traffic by design
  • South Canyon positions back to open wilderness
  • Henderson Executive Airport about 15 minutes out
Best for Privacy-First Principals →

Architecture Collectors

  • Blue Heron’s award-winning desert-contemporary portfolio
  • Strict design code keeps every streetscape cohesive
  • Disappearing glass, flat rooflines, natural stone throughout
  • Several estates exceed 10,000 square feet
Best for Architecture Collectors →

Move-Up Luxury Buyers

  • Entry Estates and Clubhouse Row from roughly $3M finished
  • Clubhouse, concierge, and trail access from day one
  • Under $3M, MacDonald Highlands next door is the honest answer
  • Model HOA dues of $600–$1,500/mo against alternatives
Best for Move-Up Luxury Buyers →

Best Fit For

  • California relocators — engineered view estates at a fraction of coastal pricing, zero state income tax, and a 3% property-tax cap on primary residences.
  • Custom-build clients — 313 finished homesites with pads, utilities, and streets in place — the valley’s purest architectural blank slate.
  • Trophy-home buyers — Blue Heron-grade desert-contemporary estates to $20 million-plus on the most dramatic ridgeline in Nevada.
  • Privacy-first principals — a 24-hour staffed gate, patrols, advanced security infrastructure, and a single-entry corridor with no through-traffic.
  • Design-driven households — the Southwest’s most exacting architectural review — discipline that protects both the streetscape and resale value.
  • Buyers who value scarcity — 313 lots on 313 acres that can never expand — supply discipline most communities only promise.

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Pros

  • The most dramatic custom-estate setting in the Las Vegas Valley — engineered, unobstructed Strip and valley panoramas from every lot
  • Blue Heron and approved-builder pedigree under the Southwest’s most exacting desert-modern design review
  • Finished infrastructure on every homesite — engineered pads, underground utilities, paved streets
  • The Ascaya Clubhouse: infinity pool, fitness center, event space, and concierge services inside the gate
  • Zero state income tax and a 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.4723 — predictable carry at trophy scale
  • Buyer leverage right now: roughly seventeen months of ZIP-wide luxury supply means motivated sellers and negotiable terms

Honest Considerations

  • The valley’s highest entry point — $3 million finished, lot-plus-build budgets well beyond, HOA $600–$1,500 monthly
  • Liquidity is thin: Ascaya closes a handful of estates a year, so resale timelines demand genuine patience
  • No golf course inside the gate — DragonRidge next door and Rio Secco nearby fill the gap by membership
  • Builds run 18–36 months through design review — architectural freedom costs time
  • No public access — every showing or lot walk requires coordinated gate clearance through a licensed agent

Position Comparison

How Do Ascaya’s Six Ridgeline Positions Compare?

A like-for-like comparison of Ascaya’s six ridgeline positions — price floors, orientation, and lifestyle fit — built from the community record and active-listing data via NREG’s MLS analysis. Honesty note: position-level sold samples are tiny, so we show the record’s price floors rather than pretending to per-position medians.

Ascaya ridgeline position comparison · June 2026 · record price floors; position-level medians omitted (small samples)
SubmarketMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActive ListingsBest For
Upper RidgeFrom $8M+———Summit · 360° panoramas
West TerraceFrom $5M+———Strip views · Sunsets
East SlopeFrom $5M+———Sunrise · Valley vistas
South CanyonFrom $4M+———Privacy · Wilderness edge
Clubhouse RowFrom $3M+———Amenity-adjacent
Entry EstatesFrom $3M+———Gate-adjacent · Access

Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data plus the community record and NREG analysis, June 2026. Per-position sold samples are too small for honest medians — price columns show the record’s position floors. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.

Position Deep Dive

What’s Inside Ascaya’s Ridgeline Positions?

Submarket 1

Upper Ridge

The highest-elevation lots in the community, with 360-degree views of the Strip, the valley, and the surrounding ranges — the most exclusive position on the ridgeline. Trades are infrequent, individually negotiated, and often quiet.

Browse Upper Ridge homes →
$8M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 2

West Terrace

West-facing lots with direct views of the Las Vegas Strip and the Spring Mountains beyond — the position for sunset terraces and nighttime skyline panoramas.

Browse West Terrace homes →
$5M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 3

East Slope

East-facing lots with dramatic sunrise views over the valley toward Lake Mead in the distance — popular with buyers who want morning light across the desert.

Browse East Slope homes →
$5M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 4

South Canyon

Lots nestled along the community’s southern rim with enhanced privacy and views toward the McCullough Range wilderness — the quietest corner of an already-quiet community.

Browse South Canyon homes →
$4M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 5

Clubhouse Row

Positions near the Ascaya Clubhouse with the shortest walk to the infinity pool, fitness center, and event space — convenience-first custom living.

Browse Clubhouse Row homes →
$3M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 6

Entry Estates

Lots closest to the guard gate with the easiest run to The District, I-215, and Henderson Executive Airport — the community’s most accessible tier.

Browse Entry Estates homes →
$3M+Median Price
—Days on Market
—Active Listings
—Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 7

Ascaya Clubhouse (the community’s center)

The amenity engine every position shares: a resort-style infinity pool overlooking the valley, a fitness center, private event space, outdoor lounges, concierge services, and a year-round resident calendar. Access comes with ownership — confirm current programming in the association documents.

Browse Ascaya Clubhouse (the community’s center) homes →
~5Clubhouse Acres
313Homesites Served
1Staffed Gate (24/7)
300Days of Pool Weather
#1
TEAM IN NEVADA
9,600+
HOMES SOLD SINCE 2011
9,061+
★★★★★ REVIEWS
< 1 hr
AVERAGE RESPONSE

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BY ZIP CODE

What Does the Ascaya Market Look Like Within ZIP 89012?

Ascaya is a one-ZIP community — 89012 — but the ZIP is vastly bigger than the gate, blending the ridgeline with mainstream Henderson below. The table breaks it into real price-band corridors with live active counts per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data: a $400K resale to a $20 million-plus estate in one postal code.

ZIP 89012 price-band corridors · June 2026 · active counts are live MLS; band labels shown instead of unreliable small-sample medians
ZIPPrimary AreaMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActiveYoY
89012Trophy tier ($5M+) — Upper Ridge · finished Blue Heron level$5M–$20M+—varies65n/a*
89012Estate band ($3M–$5M) — Entry Estates · Clubhouse Row level$3M–$5M—varies32n/a*
89012Move-up band ($1M–$3M) — lot-budget territory & luxury resales$1M–$3M—varies68n/a*
89012Mid band ($600K–$1M) — mainstream Henderson below the ridge$600K–$1M—~2664n/a*
89012Entry corridor (under $600K) — mainstream HendersonUnder $600K—~2694n/a*

Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS plus NREG band analysis. *Year-over-year change and per-band dollar-per-foot are intentionally omitted: luxury-band samples are too small for honest math, and ZIP-wide DOM (26) only describes the mainstream tiers. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.

Outdoor Recreation

What Outdoor Amenities Does Ascaya Offer?

Desert trails, a resort clubhouse, and a national conservation area out the back gate — recreation here starts at elevation. The City of Henderson maintains the parks and trail connections below the ridgeline, the Ascaya Clubhouse anchors the center, and the McCullough Range wilderness begins where the streets end.

IN-COMMUNITY

Ascaya Clubhouse & Pool

~5 acresInfinity pool · Fitness · EventsResidents

The community’s amenity engine: a resort-style infinity pool overlooking the valley, a fitness center, private event space, outdoor lounges, and concierge services for residents.

TRAILHEAD ADJACENT

McCullough Hills Trail

~1,500 acresHiking · Mountain bikingFree

Desert hiking and biking into the McCullough Range from the community’s doorstep — wildlife viewing and panoramic overlooks of the entire valley.

15 MIN

Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area

~48,000 acresHiking · PetroglyphsBLM fee areas

BLM-managed wilderness behind the range, including the Sloan Canyon petroglyph site — one of Southern Nevada’s most significant cultural landscapes.

8 MIN

Anthem Hills Park

~8 acresPlayground · Sports courtsFree

The closest full-amenity city park — walking paths, playground, basketball courts, picnic shelters, and open turf on the Anthem slope.

10 MIN

The District at Green Valley Ranch

Retail districtDining · Shops · EventsFree

Henderson’s signature outdoor retail and dining street — the community’s default for dinner beyond the clubhouse.

12 MIN

Cornerstone Park

~100 acresLake · Birding · TrailsFree

A 100-acre city park around a desert lake — walking loops, birding, and open green space below the foothills.

20 MIN

River Mountains Loop Trail

34 milesCycling · RunningFree

The paved loop linking Henderson, Lake Las Vegas, Lake Mead, and Boulder City — a bucket-list valley ride a short drive east.

30 MIN

Lake Mead National Recreation Area

1.5M acresBoating · HikingNPS fee

America’s first national recreation area — full-size boating, coves, and desert hiking east of the valley.

The Ascaya Lifestyle

What Does a Weekend in Ascaya Look Like?

Three moods within one gate: a sunrise hike on the McCullough Hills Trail, a swim in the clubhouse infinity pool, and dinner watching the Strip ignite below your terrace — with Sloan Canyon’s roughly 48,000 conservation acres per the Bureau of Land Management beginning behind the range when you want more.

313Engineered View Lots
313Ridgeline Acres
24/7Staffed Guard Gate
300Days of Sun

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Ascaya Homes This Weekend?

Traditional open houses do not exist behind Ascaya’s staffed gate — there is no public access, sellers show by appointment with coordinated clearance, and most listings require proof of funds before touring. Set up instant alerts for showing windows, or browse every active listing and let us arrange private, gate-cleared tours.

Planning a move

What Should I Verify Before Moving to Ascaya?

Budget around the specific home, not a community average. Before you compare the cost of a move to Ascaya, get these in writing:

  • The parcel's current tax bill and abatement status from the county assessor — a tax cap is not automatic.
  • Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus the association's resale documents and any special assessments.
  • The school assignment for the enrollment year, confirmed with the district.
  • Your tax situation, reviewed by an adviser — California-source income can remain taxable after a move (Franchise Tax Board).

The full step-by-step relocation checklist, from timeline to first-week setup, is in one place.

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ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Ascaya Economy?

Ascaya runs on Henderson’s executive economy — there is no commercial district inside the gate, by design. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the metro labor market remains historically strong, and the community’s households skew toward founders and principals: average household income exceeds $500,000 per community records.

$90,138Median household income, HendersonU.S. Census QuickFacts
$500K+Average household income inside the gateCommunity records
~95%Owner-occupied homes in the communityCommunity records
20 minTo Strip & corporate job centersVia I-215 → I-15

Top Ascaya-Area Employers

  • Ascaya Association & Clubhouse operationsGate security, concierge, clubhouse, and community-maintenance staff inside the gate
  • Green Valley Ranch Resort & The DistrictResort, gaming, retail, and dining employment ten minutes north
  • St. Rose Dominican Hospitals (Siena campus)The south-valley healthcare anchor, minutes from the community
  • Henderson Executive Airport corridorPrivate aviation, FBOs, and aerospace services fifteen minutes west
  • City of Henderson / CCSD (south region)Municipal services and area campuses
  • Las Vegas Strip corporate officesResort-industry headquarters twenty minutes via I-215 → I-15

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Henderson. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Ascaya Compare to Henderson, Las Vegas & Summerlin?

If you’re weighing Ascaya against the valley’s other premium addresses, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Ascaya wins on architecture, lot scarcity, and views; Henderson on balance; Summerlin on school depth — sources are NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.

Ascaya vs Henderson vs Las Vegas vs Summerlin · June 2026
MetricAscayaHendersonLas VegasSummerlin
Median List Price$1.08M ZIP-area / $3M–$20M+ community$548K$476K$728K
Active Listings323 (ZIP 89012)2,4608,6061,253
Days on Market26 (ZIP area)212021
Population~500 (community records)353,289679,817~127,000
Median Household Income$500K+ avg (community records)$90,138$73,877$75K–$162K (by ZIP)
Guard-GatedYes — 24/7 staffed gate + patrolsSelect communitiesSelect communitiesSelect villages
New Construction100% custom — lot-and-buildVery High (Cadence, Inspirada)ModerateVery High (Summerlin West)
Best ForCustom trophy estates · Architecture · ViewsFamilies · Schools · SafetyInvestors · Urban · ValueSchools · Luxury · Outdoors

Sources: NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Ascaya crime figures are Henderson citywide — the Census and FBI do not tabulate the community separately; population and income are community-record figures. Last updated June 2026.

Cost of Ownership

What Will Ascaya Cost You Each Month?

Build a property-specific budget using a lender quote, the parcel tax estimate, insurance quotes and association documents. The starting amounts below are editable illustrations, not current local rates or verified fees. Compare the result with your Loan Estimate, and budget separately for maintenance, utilities and closing costs.

Illustrative Payment Estimator

Estimate Your Ascaya Payment

Home Price
$3,000,000
$3,000,000
$3,000,000
Down Payment
20% / $600,000
20% / $600,000
20% / $600,000
Interest Rate
7.0%
7.0%
7.0%
Term Years
30
30
30
Annual Property Tax Assumption
$18,000
$18,000
$18,000
Annual Insurance Assumption
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
Monthly HOA Assumption
$200
$200
$200
Annual PMI Rate Assumption
0.50%
0.50%
0.50%
$17,817
Illustrative Monthly Payment
  • Principal & Interest$15,967
  • Property Tax$1,500
  • Insurance$150
  • HOA$200
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How Easy Is Getting Around From Ascaya?

Ascaya feeds a single gated corridor downhill to Horizon Ridge Parkway and the I-215 Beltway — the Strip, both airports, and Summerlin sit one freeway away. Most households drive, with mean Henderson commutes near 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — and many residents commute no farther than the home office.

Drive Times from Ascaya

  • ~10 minThe District at Green Valley RanchVia Horizon Ridge Pkwy
  • ~15 minHenderson Executive AirportVia Bicentennial Pkwy
  • ~15 minWater Street (downtown Henderson)Horizon Ridge → Greenway
  • ~20 minLas Vegas StripI-215 → I-15
  • ~25 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-215 west
  • ~25 minLake Las VegasI-215 → Lake Mead Pkwy
  • ~25-30 minDowntown Las VegasI-515 north
  • ~35 minSummerlinI-215 west loop

Transportation Options

  • Driving

    The default and effectively the only mode: the community is a single guarded corridor on a ridgeline. The I-215 Beltway, ten minutes downhill, puts the entire valley within reach.

  • Private Aviation

    Henderson Executive Airport — the valley’s business-aviation hub — is about fifteen minutes away, a genuine logistics advantage for the community’s principal households.

  • RTC Transit

    No coverage on the ridgeline — routes serve the Horizon Ridge and Stephanie corridors below. Plan a fully car-based life.

  • Cycling & Trails

    The McCullough Hills Trail network starts at the community’s edge for recreation; road cyclists drop to the Anthem and Green Valley loops below.

Drive times are typical off-peak estimates for the route named; check live traffic before you rely on one.

Quick Answer

How long does it take to close on a home in Ascaya?

Cash purchases — the norm at this tier — can close in 7 to 14 days; financed purchases typically run 30 to 45 days, and jumbo appraisals can run long because ridgeline view comps are scarce. A lot-and-build runs far longer: expect 18 to 36 months from lot purchase to keys, with Ascaya’s architectural design review built into that timeline.

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What down payment do you need to buy in Ascaya?

Plan for jumbo-and-beyond territory. Conventional loan limits fall far below Ascaya pricing, so financed buyers typically bring 25–35% down with documented reserves — roughly $750,000–$1,050,000 on a $3 million entry estate. Cash dominates at this tier, and listing agents routinely require proof of funds before confirming gate access for a showing. Vacant homesites usually trade in cash or on specialized lot loans, with construction financing layered on top for the build. Our team coordinates lender vetting and funds verification before you tour.

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What is the median home price in Ascaya?

Across ZIP 89012, the active median list price is about $799,000 per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — but the ZIP blends Ascaya with mainstream Henderson far below the ridgeline, and the ZIP-wide sold median was $557,500. Inside Ascaya's gate the record tells the real story: finished custom estates run $3 million to $20 million-plus, with vacant view lots from roughly $1 million.

What is the price range for homes and lots in Ascaya?

Finished Ascaya estates run from about $3 million to over $20 million, with several exceeding 10,000 square feet. Vacant homesites start around $1 million and can pass $5 million for premium ridgeline positions like Upper Ridge. Most buyers purchase a lot, then commission a fully custom home through an approved architect and builder — so budget the complete lot-plus-build math before touring. Our team can model both paths with you.

Is Ascaya guard-gated?

Yes — Ascaya operates a 24-hour staffed guard gate backed by advanced security infrastructure, patrols, and a single-entry ridgeline layout, making it one of the most private residential enclaves in the American Southwest. There is no public access: every showing and lot walk requires coordinated gate clearance through a licensed agent, which Nevada Real Estate Group arranges for every property we show — call (702) 637-1759.

What is the average days on market in Ascaya?

Homes sold across ZIP 89012 over the past hundred days took a median of about 39 days from list to accepted offer per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — but that figure describes the broader ZIP area, not the ridgeline. Ascaya itself trades a handful of estates a year, each individually negotiated; trophy properties can take months to find their buyer, or sell quietly before they ever reach the open market.

Who builds homes in Ascaya?

Blue Heron is the community’s premier builder, known for award-winning desert-contemporary estates with disappearing glass walls, negative-edge pools, and smart-home cores. Additional approved custom builders and architects also work inside the gate, and every design passes Ascaya’s exacting architectural review before ground breaks. If you’re choosing between building teams, we can walk you through completed homes from several of them before you commit to one.

How many lots are in Ascaya?

Ascaya contains 313 custom homesites across 313 acres on the McCullough Range ridgeline — effectively one lot per acre. Lots run from roughly one-third of an acre to over an acre, each delivered with an engineered pad, underground utilities, and paved streets, so owners build rather than grade. Every lot was engineered for unobstructed views, and premium ridgeline positions sell first — ask which remain available.

What amenities does Ascaya offer?

The Ascaya Clubhouse anchors the amenity package: a resort-style infinity pool overlooking the Las Vegas Valley, a fitness center, private event space, outdoor lounges, and concierge services for residents. The McCullough Hills Trail adds desert hiking and mountain biking minutes from the gate. There is no golf course inside the community — DragonRidge Country Club sits next door at MacDonald Highlands, and several private clubs accept area members.

What are HOA fees at Ascaya?

HOA fees run $600 to $1,500 per month depending on the property, funding the 24-hour staffed gate, security patrols, common-area maintenance, clubhouse operations, and concierge programming. Vacant-lot owners pay dues as well, so request the current fee schedule on a lot purchase — or the full resale package in escrow on a finished estate — for exact dues, reserves, and any assessment history before you write.

What are property taxes like in Ascaya?

Low by national standards, which matters enormously at this price point. Nevada’s effective rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of value per the Clark County Assessor, and annual increases on a primary residence are capped at 3% under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 once the owner claims it. On a $5 million estate that is roughly $25,000–$35,000 a year — a fraction of the carry on a comparable California property — and Nevada layers zero state income tax on top.

What schools serve Ascaya?

The zoned Clark County School District ladder is Vanderburg Elementary (8/10 on GreatSchools), Del E. Webb Middle (7/10), and Coronado High (6/10) per the community record. Many families here choose private campuses — Henderson International School (A), Bishop Gorman (A+), or Pinecrest Academy (A) — while Doral Academy (9/10) and Somerset Academy (8/10) lead the charters. Verify zoning and private admissions timelines early; they often set the moving calendar.

Is Ascaya a good investment?

The fundamentals are structural rather than cyclical: 313 lots on terrain that permits nothing more, some of the highest lot and per-square-foot prices in Nevada, and irreplaceable engineered views. Nevada’s zero state income tax keeps the relocation buyer pool deep. The honest caveat is liquidity — the ZIP’s $800K-plus segment carries roughly seventeen months of supply by our analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS data, and Ascaya’s own sample is tinier still — so buy the position and underwrite a patient resale horizon.

How far is Ascaya from the Strip?

About 20 minutes via I-215 to I-15 per the community record — close enough to watch the entire Strip skyline from your terrace, far enough that none of its noise reaches the ridgeline. Henderson Executive Airport, the valley’s private-aviation hub, is roughly 15 minutes; The District at Green Valley Ranch is about 10 for errands and dining; and Harry Reid International runs about 25 minutes.

How does Ascaya compare to MacDonald Highlands?

They are neighboring but very different ultra-luxury communities on the McCullough Range. MacDonald Highlands is the established 1,200-acre community built around DragonRidge’s Tom Fazio golf course, with six enclaves laddering $800K to $28.95 million-plus. Ascaya is a pure custom-estate development from 2007 — 313 engineered lots, a $3 million-plus entry, no golf inside, and the stricter desert-modern architectural code. Choose the club ladder or the architectural blank slate; many buyers tour both.

What should I know before buying or building in Ascaya?

Four things move real money here. First, access: every showing or lot walk needs coordinated gate clearance, and listing agents routinely expect proof of funds. Second, the build math: lot, architecture, and construction budgets stack, and design review adds months — model the full 18-to-36-month timeline. Third, comps: samples are tiny, so judgment beats algorithms. Fourth, financing: cash dominates, and builds layer construction financing on top of any jumbo loan.

What down payment do you need to buy in Ascaya?

Plan for jumbo-and-beyond territory. Conventional loan limits fall far below Ascaya pricing, so financed buyers typically bring 25–35% down with documented reserves — roughly $750,000–$1,050,000 on a $3 million entry estate. Cash dominates at this tier, and listing agents routinely require proof of funds before confirming gate access for a showing. Vacant homesites usually trade in cash or on specialized lot loans, with construction financing layered on top for the build. Our team coordinates lender vetting and funds verification before you tour.

What does an HOA cost in Ascaya?

Budget $600 to $1,500 per month depending on the property — the dues fund the 24-hour staffed gate, security patrols, common-area maintenance, clubhouse operations, and concierge programming. Vacant-lot owners pay association dues too, and build-phase costs like design-review fees and construction deposits run separately under the community’s architectural guidelines. Pull the resale package in escrow — or the current fee schedule on a lot purchase — for exact dues, reserves, and any assessment history.

How long does it take to close on a home in Ascaya?

Cash purchases — the norm at this tier — can close in 7 to 14 days; financed purchases typically run 30 to 45 days, and jumbo appraisals can run long because ridgeline view comps are scarce. A lot-and-build runs far longer: expect 18 to 36 months from lot purchase to keys, with Ascaya’s architectural design review built into that timeline.

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Where is Ascaya?

On the McCullough Range ridgeline in south Henderson, ZIP 89012 — above the MacDonald Ranch foothills, entered by a single staffed gate off Ascaya Boulevard. The elevated position is the point: engineered, unobstructed views of the Strip and the entire valley, about 20 minutes from the Strip itself.

Who developed Ascaya?

Ascaya Development LLC established the community in 2007 — 313 custom homesites across 313 acres. Originally entitled in the mid-2000s, the project paused through the recession before fresh investment completed the engineered pads, underground utilities, and streets, and Blue Heron became the community’s defining builder.

Is Ascaya the same as MacDonald Highlands?

No — they are neighboring but separate ultra-luxury communities on the McCullough Range. MacDonald Highlands is the established 1,200-acre community built around DragonRidge’s Tom Fazio golf course; Ascaya is the newer pure custom-lot development next door. Many buyers tour both before committing.

Does Ascaya have a golf course?

No — Ascaya deliberately built a clubhouse, not a course: a resort infinity pool, fitness center, event space, and concierge. Golfers join nearby private clubs, most often DragonRidge at MacDonald Highlands next door or Rio Secco below Seven Hills, both minutes from the gate.

Can you buy a vacant lot in Ascaya?

Yes — custom homesites are the community’s core offering. Lots run from roughly one-third of an acre to over an acre, priced from about $1 million to $5 million-plus for premium ridgeline positions, each delivered with an engineered pad, underground utilities, and paved streets.

What is the most expensive home in Ascaya?

The community’s range tops out above $20 million per the development record, with several estates exceeding 10,000 square feet. Trophy properties at this tier often trade quietly, so public listing counts understate the true top of the market.

Can you see the Las Vegas Strip from Ascaya?

Yes — every lot was engineered for unobstructed panoramas, and West Terrace positions face the Strip directly for sunset and nighttime skyline views. Orientation varies by position, which is why we walk candidate lots at different times of day before clients commit.

What ZIP code is Ascaya in?

ZIP 89012 — shared with mainstream Henderson far below the ridgeline, which is why ZIP-wide statistics blend a $557,500 sold median with a $799,000 active median while Ascaya itself starts near $3 million. Search by community name, or work with an agent who knows the gate.

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NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Ascaya?

Compare Ascaya with neighboring Henderson master plans and the valley’s other premium addresses. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning, so you can judge whether trading the ridgeline for a different lifestyle — golf gates next door, waterfront, or Summerlin’s enclaves — actually buys you more home for the money.

5 MIN N

MacDonald Highlands

$1.08M ZIP-area / $800K+ community

5 min from Ascaya

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8 MIN W

Seven Hills

$698K ZIP-area

8 min from Ascaya

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10 MIN SW

Anthem

$615K ZIP-area

10 min from Ascaya

View Anthem →

15 MIN N

Henderson (citywide)

$548K

15 min from Ascaya

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25 MIN NE

Lake Las Vegas

$400K ZIP / resort core higher

25 min from Ascaya

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35 MIN NW

Summerlin

$728K

35 min from Ascaya

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A–Z INDEX

Which Ascaya Positions Can You Explore A–Z?

Six ridgeline positions organize the 313-lot community from Entry Estates at the gate to Upper Ridge at the summit. Dedicated position pages are rolling out — the entries below are indexed alphabetically for orientation, and our team can pull current lots, dues, and design-review rules for any of them on request.

A

  • Ascaya Clubhouse (amenity core)

C

  • Clubhouse Row

E

  • East Slope
  • Entry Estates

S

  • South Canyon

U

  • Upper Ridge

W

  • West Terrace

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Ascaya Data Come From?

Every statistic here comes from a primary or government dataset, refreshed monthly. Two honesty notes: ZIP 89012 figures blend Ascaya with mainstream Henderson below the ridgeline, so we label them ZIP-area numbers — and Ascaya’s own sold samples are tiny, so we present plan pricing as ranges. Follow any link to verify.

  1. NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data (via Repliers) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, monthly closing counts, and price-band inventory for ZIP 89012. NREG market report
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — Henderson city population, income, age, and housing data (the community is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
  3. City of Henderson — City services, police and fire coverage, parks, and trail connections serving the community. cityofhenderson.com
  4. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, and parcel data. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
  5. Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
  6. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Henderson violent and property crime rates, national comparisons. fbi.gov/ucr
  7. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data. bls.gov
  8. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, student-teacher ratios. greatschools.org
  9. Bureau of Land Management — Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area acreage, access, and trail data. blm.gov
  10. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator. freddiemac.com/pmms

Methodology: Listing counts, prices and days on market are NREG's analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data received through the Repliers feed; this page refreshes them about once a day, and each market figure carries its date or window. Census and BLS figures are the published vintage named beside them and change only when the agency releases new estimates. Confirm details for a specific home with its listing and the responsible agency.

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