Top Rated
8/10
8/10Vanderburg Elementary
Zoned · Henderson 89012 area
K-5680 Students18:1
Calico Canyon, Henderson
Calico Canyon Homes For Sale
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COMMUNITY PRICE RANGE
$400K–$700K
Pardee Homes / Community records
HOMES IN THE COMMUNITY
300+
Community records
ESTABLISHED
2005
Pardee Homes
DAYS ON MARKET (ZIP AREA 89012)
26
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
Data reviewed by
NREG Research Team
All statistics verified against primary sources (LVR, U.S. Census, FBI, BLS)
Last updated
June 2026
Reviewed monthly · Next review July 2026
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What Should You Know About Calico Canyon at a Glance?
Calico Canyon is a 50-acre Pardee Homes hillside community in Henderson — 300+ single-family homes, $400K–$700K pricing, and HOA dues of $70–$180 per month. The 89012 ZIP area shows a $565,000 median sold price per Las Vegas REALTORS over the past 100 days. The City of Henderson delivers the safety, parks, and infrastructure that anchor Henderson's livability ranking.
- The setting: Pardee-built hillside community on 50 acres in Henderson's 89012 corridor — valley views are the defining amenity at this price tier.
- The price ladder: $400K–$700K across 300+ homes, with view lots and premium elevations commanding the top of the range over interior-street positions.
- Schools: Zoned Vanderburg Elementary (8/10) and Del E. Webb Middle School (8/10) per GreatSchools — verify the exact zone at the address level before offering.
- Market pace: 26 median days on market across the 89012 ZIP area over the past 100 days per Las Vegas REALTORS — a brisk market with limited Calico Canyon inventory.
- City backbone: Henderson police and fire, city services, and a safety ranking among the best large U.S. cities — backed by FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data.
Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Henderson
Where Can I Find Calico Canyon Homes for Sale?
The 89012 ZIP area carried 326 active listings in June 2026 according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — spanning Calico Canyon's $400K–$700K Pardee range through the luxury tiers of MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge. The newest Calico Canyon listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active home in the ZIP is searchable in our live Henderson MLS portal.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
How Many Calico Canyon-Area Homes Sell in Each Price Range?
Calico Canyon's own homes trade from $400K–$700K per community records, but the 89012 ZIP area — which includes MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge — shows a $1,077,475 median list per Las Vegas REALTORS June 2026 MLS data. The bands below show the ZIP-area distribution across 326 active listings, with Calico Canyon's plan-specific range highlighted in the $400K–$700K tiers.
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How Can You Find a Calico Canyon Home by Type, Lifestyle & Price?
The 89012 ZIP area's 326 active listings range from Calico Canyon's $400K–$700K Pardee hillside homes through the luxury tiers of MacDonald Highlands — each link opens our live Henderson MLS search, with counts updated daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data across ZIP 89012.
Which Hillside Henderson Communities Should You Explore?
Calico Canyon sits in the heart of Henderson's hillside corridor alongside larger and more established neighboring communities. Each card links to the most relevant hub or live search so you can compare inventory, pricing, and lifestyle fit for that part of the 89012 market.
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EDUCATION
8/10
8/10
9/10
7/10
How Are the Schools in Calico Canyon?
Schools are a key draw for Calico Canyon families: zoned campuses include Vanderburg Elementary (8/10) and Del E. Webb Middle School (8/10) per GreatSchools, plus Coronado High School and strong charter and private options nearby. Zone boundaries depend on the exact address — verify zoning for any specific home before offering. The cards below map realistic options by level.
Top Rated
9/10
9/10Pinecrest Academy of Nevada
Charter · Henderson (10 min)
K-121800 Students20:1
8/10Doral Academy of Nevada
Charter · Henderson area (12 min)
K-81000 Students19:1
8/10Henderson International School (Lower)
Private · Henderson (15 min)
PreK-5400 Students14:1
9/10Elise L. Wolff ES
Zoned · near 89012 border (verify)
K-5750 Students18:1
7/10Lake Mead Christian Academy
Private · Henderson (15 min)
PreK-8350 Students15:1
Campus photos are representative imagery — school names, ratings, and enrollment data refer to the actual schools listed.
Which Schools Are Best for Calico Canyon Families?
According to GreatSchools.org, Calico Canyon families zone into solid-performing campuses: Vanderburg Elementary rates 8/10, Del E. Webb Middle School 8/10, and Coronado High School 7/10, with Pinecrest Academy of Nevada (9/10) leading the charter tier. Ratings cross-checked against the Nevada Report Card, with the ranked table below.
| Rank | School | Type | Grades | GreatSchools | Neighborhood | Homes Near |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pinecrest Academy of Nevada | Public charter | K-12 | 9/10 | Henderson · 10 min | $400,000+ |
| 2 | Vanderburg Elementary | Public (zoned) | K-5 | 8/10 | Henderson 89012 area | $400,000+ |
| 3 | Del E. Webb Middle School | Public (zoned) | 6-8 | 8/10 | Henderson 89012 area | $400,000+ |
| 4 | Bishop Gorman High School | Private | 9-12 | 9/10 | Las Vegas · 20 min | $400,000+ |
| 5 | Coronado High School | Public (zoned) | 9-12 | 7/10 | Henderson · 10 min | $400,000+ |
SAFETY & CRIME
Is Calico Canyon Safe?
Direct Answer
Yes. Calico Canyon is policed by the Henderson Police Department, and Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large cities in the United States in comparisons built on FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. Hillside streets in this part of 89012 see minimal cut-through traffic, and the owner-heavy Pardee community keeps incidents to the suburban-property tier typical of Henderson broadly.
- Safest large U.S. cities, regular Henderson rankingFBI UCR-based national comparisons
- Henderson Police Department coverageCity of Henderson services — not LVMPD
- Owner-heavy Pardee stock since 2005Community records
- Violent crime vs national average, citywideFBI Uniform Crime Reporting
What Buyers Should Know
Henderson's safety advantage runs deep: the city funds police well above national per-capita norms, and the Henderson Police Department's community-policing model has kept violent crime rates consistently below national averages for over a decade. Calico Canyon's hillside streets are residential and low-traffic — the geography itself reduces exposure.
The 89012 corridor's mix of Calico Canyon, Calico Ridge, and MacDonald Highlands creates a high-ownership-rate neighborhood fabric. Long-tenured homeowners, engaged HOA oversight, and hillside terrain that discourages arterial cut-through use keep the practical incident rate low across the community.
For buyers who want a gatehouse as an additional layer, MacDonald Highlands and Seven Hills offer guarded-entry options in the same hillside corridor. For most Calico Canyon buyers, the city's safety baseline and owner-occupied street character cover the realistic risk picture.
Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available data), City of Henderson / Henderson Police Department. Last updated June 2026.
Living In
What's It Like Living in Calico Canyon, NV?
The Answer
Calico Canyon delivers Pardee hillside living in Henderson — 50 acres, 300+ homes built in 2005, valley views, 8/10-rated zoned schools, and I-215 access. City of Henderson services cover every street, and Nevada's zero state income tax keeps carrying costs below any comparable California hillside address.
What is Calico Canyon known for?
Calico Canyon is known for its Pardee Homes hillside setting — 300+ single-family homes on 50 acres in Henderson's 89012 corridor, with valley-view lots that are rare at the $400K–$700K price point. The 2005 vintage offers updated construction without the luxury-tier carry of neighboring MacDonald Highlands.
Who should live in Calico Canyon?
It fits move-up families who want hillside character and 8/10-rated zoned schools, California relocators who want view-lot value without coastal pricing, and investors who value a finite-supply community in a safety-ranked Henderson corridor. Non-gated entry keeps the cost basis below neighboring guard-gated hillside plans.
What is daily life like?
Mornings start on hillside streets with valley sightlines, errands run to the Galleria at Sunset and Eastern Avenue corridor, and the I-215 puts the airport twenty minutes from the driveway. Healthcare anchors at St. Rose Dominican Hospital; weekend recreation ranges from Acacia Park nearby to Lake Mead about 25 minutes east.
Location
Where Is Calico Canyon
Calico Canyon sits in Henderson's 89012 hillside corridor, adjacent to MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge. About 50 acres on the elevated terrain south of Horizon Ridge Parkway. Roughly 20 miles from the Strip.
Downtown Henderson
15
Min
Airport
20
Min
Galleria at Sunset
15
Min
Strip
25
Min
Lake Mead
25
Min
Calico Canyon
At a Glance$400K–$700K
Community Price Range
$565,000
Median Sold (89012 ZIP area, past 100 days)
326
Active Listings (89012 ZIP area)
26
Days on Market (ZIP area)
- Setting
- Hillside single-family, Henderson
- Acreage
- ~50 acres
- Homes
- 300+
- Established
- 2005
- Developer
- Pardee Homes
- Guard-Gated
- No
- HOA Range
- $70–$180/mo
- ZIP Code
- 89012
- Sunshine
- 300 days/year
- Schools
- 8/10-rated CCSD + charters
- Nearby Golf
- DragonRidge CC (MacDonald Highlands)
- Distance to Strip
- ~25 min
LIVABILITY REPORT CARD
How Does Calico Canyon Score?
Calico Canyon earns strong marks for safety, construction quality, and hillside character, with honest trade-offs on non-gated entry and the inflated ZIP-area median that blends in MacDonald Highlands luxury. Below is the category-by-category report card our agents walk through with every buyer considering Henderson's hillside corridor.
Grade A: Safety
Henderson Police Department coverage; Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI UCR-based comparisons. Non-gated but low-cut-through hillside streets.
Grade B+: Schools
Zoned Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School both rate 8/10 on GreatSchools; Coronado High School 7/10 — with Pinecrest Academy (9/10) charter nearby.
Grade B+: Cost of Living
Community range of $400K–$700K with $70–$180 monthly HOA is moderate for a Pardee hillside community; the 89012 ZIP-area median of $1.08M reflects MacDonald Highlands, not Calico Canyon's own stock.
Grade B+: Amenities
Acacia Park and Paseo Verde Park nearby; Galleria at Sunset 15 minutes north; DragonRidge and Rio Secco golf within ten minutes; St. Rose Dominican Hospital close by.
Grade B+: Outdoor Access
Hillside walking within the community; Lake Mead and Henderson's trail system about 20–25 minutes east; Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area to the south.
Grade A-: Commute
I-215 access puts the airport 20 minutes west and the Strip 25 minutes away; Downtown Henderson 15 minutes by local roads. Hillside street egress adds a few minutes to arterials.
Source: Compiled from GreatSchools.org, FBI UCR, BLS, and Walk Score. Methodology: 6 weighted categories on a 4.0-equivalent scale. Last refreshed June 2026.
Quick Answer
Is Calico Canyon a good place to live?
Yes — by Henderson hillside standards, it is a strong value play. Calico Canyon pairs Pardee Homes construction, 2005-vintage quality, and valley-view lots with 8/10-rated zoned schools, the Henderson Police Department's coverage, and I-215 access that puts the airport twenty minutes from the driveway. The non-gated entry keeps the cost basis below neighboring MacDonald Highlands and Seven Hills. The honest trade-offs: the 89012 ZIP-area statistics are skewed upward by luxury neighbors, so use plan-specific comps; and buyers wanting a gatehouse need to look elsewhere in the corridor.
Source: City of Henderson
DEMOGRAPHICS
Who Lives in Calico Canyon?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Henderson — the city that contains Calico Canyon — the parent city holds 331,857 residents with a median household income of $88,654. Community records put approximately 900 residents inside Calico Canyon across roughly 300+ households.
The Census does not break Calico Canyon out as its own place — figures below are Henderson citywide, presented as the statistical backdrop. Inside the community, the 2005-vintage Pardee stock and $400K–$700K range attract move-up families clustering around the 8/10-rated school zones, California relocators who value hillside character at a fraction of coastal prices, and a smaller contingent of downsizers who want single-story floor plans with valley views.
331,857
vs Clark Co 2,370,114
$88,654
vs Clark Co $74,007
~41
vs Clark Co 38
~$465K
vs Clark Co $391K
~63%
vs Clark Co 59%
~33%
vs Clark Co 29%
~29%
vs Clark Co 27%
2.5
vs Clark Co 2.6
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Henderson city (Calico Canyon is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
How Fast Is the Calico Canyon Area Growing?
Calico Canyon itself is built out — the 300+ homes on 50 acres were completed by Pardee starting in 2005, and no new supply is being added. Meanwhile, its parent city compounds steadily: Henderson has added roughly 74,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and that citywide growth keeps demand pressure on Calico Canyon's finite hillside inventory.
331,857Henderson residents (Census)
300+Homes in Calico Canyon
~360,000Henderson projected, 2030
Henderson citywide population trajectory, 2010–2030 (projected)
Inside Calico Canyon, growth means resale turnover on a fixed footprint — no new supply can dilute it. Every new Henderson resident adds demand to the hillside view-lot inventory Pardee Homes built, and a built-out 300-home community with 89012 corridor access is a structural scarcity play for long-term holders.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Henderson. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate Calico Canyon separately; projection reflects recent Henderson growth rates. Last updated June 2026.
LIVABILITY SCORES
How Does Calico Canyon Score for Livability?
Calico Canyon earns A-level marks for safety and hillside character, with B+ scores for schools, cost of living, and amenity access. The honest trade-off is the non-gated entry versus neighboring gated communities and the inflated ZIP-area statistics. The rings below break the composite into six categories benchmarked against Census, FBI, and GreatSchools data.
- 84B+
Overall Livability
- 80B+
Schools (zoned)
- 90A
Safety
- 76B+
Cost of Living
- 78B+
Amenities
- 80B+
Outdoor / Recreation
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
How Is the Calico Canyon Real Estate Market Trending?
Median sold price, days on market, and monthly closings for ZIP 89012 from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Scope note: 89012 is broader than the Calico Canyon plan — it includes MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge luxury inventory. Monthly points are indicative, anchored to the 100-day medians. Read the trend level, not individual-month wiggles.
Median Sold Price
$540K–$568K monthly band; $565K median over the last 100 days
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
24–32 day monthly range; 26 median over the last 100 days
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Closed Sales / Month
~95/mo recent pace across the 89012 ZIP area
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
26
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET (ZIP AREA)
$565K
ZIP-AREA MEDIAN SOLD
326
ACTIVE LISTINGS (ZIP AREA)
< 1 hr
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Market Competitiveness
How competitive is Calico Canyon right now?
Calico Canyon is a brisk, limited-inventory market — sold homes across the 89012 ZIP area averaged 26 median days over the past hundred days per Las Vegas REALTORS data. The 300-home community means competitive conditions arise quickly when a well-priced view-lot home hits the MLS; interior-lot homes that need cosmetic work give buyers more negotiating room.
66Somewhat Competitive
- 26 daysMedian days on market (sold, 100d)
- 326Active listings (89012 ZIP area, June 2026)
- $565KZIP-area median sold, past 100 days
- ~95/moTypical closings per month (ZIP area)
Is Calico Canyon Right for You?
Who Should Buy a Home in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon is not a one-size community — it is a focused 300-home hillside plan that rewards specific buyer types. View-lot demand outpaces interior-street inventory, school zones drive family clustering, and the non-gated entry keeps costs below neighboring luxury plans. Six buyer profiles and the honest pros and trade-offs follow.
Which Buyer Types Fit Calico Canyon Best?
Move-Up Families
- Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School both 8/10
- Pardee quality without new-build premium
- View lots for long-term hold value
- Non-gated HOA keeps monthly carry moderate
California Relocators
- Hillside character at 40-60% of coastal hill-town pricing
- Zero Nevada state income tax vs California's 13.3% top rate
- I-215 access puts airport 20 min away
- Similar physical setting to Temecula, Calabasas, or Rancho Cucamonga hills
Luxury-Adjacent Buyers
- 89012 address shared with MacDonald Highlands
- DragonRidge Country Club and Rio Secco five to ten minutes away
- Pardee quality without country-club carry
- Path to trade up into MacDonald Highlands tier from the same ZIP
Investors
- $2,400–$3,200 single-family rents in the 89012 corridor
- Finite 300-home supply; no dilution from new builds
- Henderson safety rankings anchor tenant quality
- Short-term rentals regulated by City of Henderson — plan long-term
Commuting Professionals
- I-215 to airport: ~20 min
- Strip employment corridor: ~25 min
- Downtown Henderson: ~15 min local roads
- Hillside streets stay quiet during peak commute hours
Downsizers
- Single-story Pardee floor plans available
- Valley views from a manageable 50-acre community
- Healthcare at St. Rose Dominican Hospital within 20 min
- Compare against Henderson's dedicated 55+ communities before deciding
Best Fit For
- California hillside relocators — a valley-view setting at a fraction of coastal hill-town pricing, zero state income tax, and a 3% property-tax cap on primary residences.
- Move-up families — two 8/10-rated zoned schools, Pardee quality construction, and hillside lots that hold long-term value.
- Luxury-adjacent buyers — an 89012 address beside MacDonald Highlands, without the country-club carry — DragonRidge Golf is five minutes away.
- Investors — a finite-supply built-out community in a safety-ranked city with $2,400–$3,200 monthly single-family rents.
- Downsizers — single-story Pardee floor plans with valley views in an established 300-home community.
- Commuting professionals — I-215 access that puts the airport twenty minutes away and the Strip roughly twenty-five.
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Start Your Home SearchPros
- Hillside view lots in a Pardee-built community at the $400K–$700K price tier — rare in Henderson's hillside corridor
- 2005-vintage construction with updated systems, avoiding the 1980s deferred-maintenance cycle
- Henderson Police Department coverage; Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI UCR
- 8/10-rated zoned schools (Vanderburg Elementary, Del E. Webb Middle School) per GreatSchools
- Moderate HOA dues of $70–$180/month — well below neighboring gated luxury communities
- Zero state income tax and a 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.471
- Finite 300-home supply with no new pipeline — built-out scarcity supports long-term values
Honest Considerations
- Not guard-gated — buyers wanting a staffed gatehouse must look to MacDonald Highlands or Seven Hills nearby
- 89012 ZIP-area statistics are skewed by MacDonald Highlands luxury; use plan-specific comps for Calico Canyon pricing
- Finite inventory means limited choice at any given time — view-lot homes move quickly when listed
- Hillside street egress adds a few minutes to reach I-215 arterials — test the door-to-door run at peak hours
- No in-community park or recreation center — residents rely on City of Henderson parks nearby
- Extreme summer heat — 105°F+ stretches July through September, like the rest of the valley
Community Comparison
How Does Calico Canyon Compare to Neighboring Henderson Hillside Communities?
A like-for-like comparison of Calico Canyon and its nearest Henderson hillside neighbors — indicative price, dollars per square foot, days on market, and lifestyle fit — using 89012 ZIP-area listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Per-community figures are Nevada Real Estate Group-modeled slices of the ZIP-area market; use them as orientation, not appraisal.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calico Canyon | ~$550,000 | ~$295 | 26 | ~75 | Pardee · View Lots · Value |
| Calico Ridge | ~$750,000 | ~$318 | 26 | ~90 | Foothill · Larger Lots |
| MacDonald Highlands | ~$2.5M+ | ~$600+ | 45 | ~85 | Guard-Gated · DragonRidge CC |
| Seven Hills | ~$800,000 | ~$330 | 30 | ~55 | Hillside · Rio Secco Golf |
| Anthem | ~$620,000 | ~$295 | 27 | ~65 | Master-Planned · Parks |
| Henderson (citywide) | ~$548,000 | ~$285 | 21 | ~2,460 | Full City · All Types |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. MLS reports at ZIP level (89012/89052) — per-community medians are our modeled estimates. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.
Community Deep Dive
What's Inside Henderson's Hillside Communities?
Submarket 1
Calico Canyon
The accessible hillside play in 89012 — 300+ Pardee Homes on 50 acres from $400K–$700K, with valley-view lots setting the premium tier. Built out since 2005; no new supply to dilute values.
Browse Calico Canyon homes →~$550KMedian Price
26Days on Market
~75Active Listings
~$295Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 2
Calico Ridge
A larger foothill community in 89012 with 800+ homes across multiple builders, pricing from $500K to $1.2M. More inventory depth than Calico Canyon with a broader elevation and view range.
Browse Calico Ridge homes →~$750KMedian Price
26Days on Market
~90Active Listings
~$318Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 3
MacDonald Highlands
Henderson's premier guard-gated country-club community bordering Calico Canyon — DragonRidge Golf, Blue Heron custom builds, and price points from $1.5M to $15M+. The luxury ceiling of the 89012 corridor.
Browse MacDonald Highlands homes →~$2.5M+Median Price
45Days on Market
~85Active Listings
~$600+Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 4
Seven Hills
A larger Henderson hillside community with guard-gated sections, Rio Secco Golf Club frontage, and a broader $500K–$2M+ price range. More amenity infrastructure than Calico Canyon; higher entry at gated sections.
Browse Seven Hills homes →~$800KMedian Price
30Days on Market
~55Active Listings
~$330Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 5
Anthem
A large master-planned Henderson community with its own park system, community center, and a mix of gated and non-gated neighborhoods from $400K to $2M+. More family infrastructure than Calico Canyon.
Browse Anthem homes →~$620KMedian Price
27Days on Market
~65Active Listings
~$295Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 6
Henderson (citywide)
The parent city's full market context — 2,460 active listings with options from $300K condos to $15M+ estates. Calico Canyon sits near the citywide median price with a hillside premium baked in.
Browse Henderson (citywide) homes →~$548KMedian Price
21Days on Market
~2,460Active Listings
~$285Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 7
The 89012 Hillside Corridor
The shared geographic identity that links Calico Canyon, Calico Ridge, MacDonald Highlands, and Seven Hills — elevated terrain, valley views, and Henderson city services. Owning anywhere in the corridor means morning sightlines that cost multiples of this price on comparable California hillsides.
Browse The 89012 Hillside Corridor homes →326Active Listings (89012 ZIP area)
26 daysMedian DOM (ZIP area)
$565KMedian Sold (ZIP area, 100d)
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What Does the Calico Canyon Market Look Like Across ZIP 89012?
Calico Canyon sits entirely within ZIP 89012, a code it shares with MacDonald Highlands, Calico Ridge, and Seven Hills. The MLS reports at ZIP level, so area figures include the full luxury spectrum of the corridor. The table presents 89012 as a single area with honest notes on what drives the median.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89012 | Calico Canyon · Calico Ridge · MacDonald Highlands · Seven Hills | $1,077,475 (list) / $565,000 (sold) | ~$318 | 26 | 326 | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus Nevada Real Estate Group corridor analysis. The $1,077,475 list median reflects MacDonald Highlands luxury inventory; the $565,000 sold median is closer to the 89012 corridor's actual close-price distribution. Calico Canyon's own $400K–$700K range sits below the ZIP median — always pull plan-specific comps. *Year-over-year change is intentionally omitted at corridor level. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
BY THE NUMBERS
Which Statistics Define Calico Canyon Real Estate?
Eight verifiable numbers — each sourced to Las Vegas REALTORS, the U.S. Census Bureau, the City of Henderson, or the FBI — capture Calico Canyon's market position: a $400K–$700K community range in a corridor where the ZIP-area sold median hits $565,000, and 26 median days on market across 326 active 89012 listings.
$400K–$700K
Calico Canyon's community price range per plan records — Pardee Homes hillside single-family.
Community records
$565,000
Median sold price across the 89012 ZIP area over the past hundred days of closings.
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
26
Median days from list to accepted offer in the 89012 ZIP area — a brisk, low-inventory corridor.
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
326
89012 ZIP-area active listings in June 2026 — spanning Calico Canyon through MacDonald Highlands.
Las Vegas REALTORS
300+
Homes in the Calico Canyon plan — a finite, built-out footprint with no new supply pipeline.
Community records / Pardee Homes
2005
Year Calico Canyon was established by Pardee Homes — modern construction without new-build premium.
Community records
8/10
GreatSchools rating at both Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School — zoned, not lottery.
GreatSchools.org
$88,654
Median household income in Henderson, the parent city — about 20% above the Clark County median.
U.S. Census QuickFacts
WHY CALICO CANYON
Why Does Calico Canyon Stand Apart From Its Peers?
Calico Canyon offers Pardee quality, hillside view lots, and Henderson city services at $400K–$700K — without the country-club carry of neighboring MacDonald Highlands. Each reason below links to a primary source: the Nevada Revised Statutes, FBI crime data, Census, and City of Henderson — every claim is verifiable.
- Community records / Pardee Homes
Hillside view lots at an accessible price
Valley-view positions on 50 acres of Pardee Homes hillside — a setting that costs two to three times as much in comparable California hillside communities.
- Community records
2005-vintage Pardee construction
Updated systems, modern layouts, and quality finishes without the 1980s deferred-maintenance cycle that afflicts older Henderson stock.
- FBI UCR / City of Henderson
Henderson safety ranking
Henderson Police Department coverage plus a consistent top-10 safest-large-city ranking per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data.
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471
Tax-capped carrying costs
Nevada's 3% primary-residence cap under NRS 361.471 plus zero state income tax make Calico Canyon one of the most tax-efficient hillside addresses in the West.
- Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR, June 2026
Finite supply, durable demand
A 300-home built-out community with no new supply pipeline — every new Henderson resident adds demand to a fixed footprint.
WHY BUY IN CALICO CANYON
What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon's case rests on hillside scarcity, Pardee quality, and Henderson's city fundamentals: property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada law per Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471, zero state income tax, 8/10-rated zoned schools, and a 300-home community with no new supply. Ten sourced reasons follow.
Hillside view lots at the $400K–$700K tier
Valley sightlines in a 50-acre Pardee community — the defining amenity that no flat-land Henderson plan can replicate at this price.
Community records
Zero state income tax
Nevada levies no personal income tax — meaningful annual savings for households relocating from California or any high-tax state.
Nevada Department of Taxation
3% property-tax cap
Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by statute — predictable carrying costs year over year.
NRS 361.471
2005-vintage Pardee construction
Modern layouts, updated systems, and quality finishes without the 1980s-era maintenance backlog.
Community records
8/10-rated zoned schools
Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School both rate 8/10 on GreatSchools — verify your specific address zone.
GreatSchools.org
Henderson safety and services
Henderson PD, city fire, and a city that regularly ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI UCR.
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting
Moderate HOA structure
Dues of $70–$180 per month are competitive for a maintained hillside community — well below neighboring gated-luxury carries.
Community records
I-215 beltway access
Airport 20 minutes west, Strip roughly 25 via I-215 to I-15 — the beltway makes every valley destination accessible.
Community records
Built-out scarcity
No new supply pipeline in a 300-home community — finished inventory holds better than expandable plans during demand cycles.
U.S. Census / City of Henderson
Luxury neighbors, accessible entry
MacDonald Highlands borders the community — Calico Canyon buyers borrow proximity to DragonRidge and the 89012 prestige address without the country-club carry.
Community records
New Construction
Who Builds New Homes Near Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon is built out — Pardee Homes finished the 300+ homes in 2005, and today only resale trades here. New-construction buyers in the Henderson hillside corridor look to MacDonald Highlands' newer phases — Cresta Rosa (Taylor Morrison) and Dragon Rock (Blue Heron) — or communities further south. Confirm pricing and incentives directly with each builder before deciding.
Luxury Move-Up
Toll Brothers
Move-up luxury production near the 89012 hillside corridor
Family & Mid-Market
Lennar
High-volume alternative to Calico Canyon resale
First-Time & Family
KB Home
Personalized entry-level new builds in Henderson
Family
Richmond American
Value-oriented Henderson construction nearby
Move-Up & Design
Tri Pointe Homes
Design-forward move-up construction near Henderson's hillside
Outdoor Recreation
What Outdoor Amenities Does Calico Canyon Offer?
Hillside walks within the community, established Henderson parks nearby, and the Mojave Desert's full outdoor menu within thirty minutes — Calico Canyon's outdoor footprint punches well above its 50 acres. The City of Henderson maintains Acacia Park and Paseo Verde Park in the immediate corridor, and Lake Mead National Recreation Area begins about 25 minutes east.
IN-COMMUNITY
Calico Canyon Hillside Walks
50-acre perimeterWalking · Valley ViewsFree
Hillside streets with valley sightlines give residents a daily visual amenity that flat-land Henderson communities cannot offer — morning walks with Las Vegas Valley panoramas.
5-10 MIN
Acacia Park
~15 acresPlayground · Sports fields · TrailsFree
Playground equipment, sports fields, walking trails, and picnic areas — the closest full City of Henderson park to Calico Canyon for daily recreation.
10-15 MIN
Paseo Verde Park
~30 acresAquatic center · Sports fields · TrailsFree / programs
Aquatic center, ball fields, playground, and walking trails — one of Henderson's most comprehensive community parks for families.
5 MIN
DragonRidge Country Club
18 holesPrivate golfMembership
MacDonald Highlands' private 18-hole course — one of the valley's most celebrated hillside golf settings, five minutes from Calico Canyon's gates.
10 MIN
Rio Secco Golf Club
18 holesPublic golfPublic
Butch Harmon's home course at Seven Hills — a daily-fee 18-hole course with hillside terrain and desert canyon character, about ten minutes from Calico Canyon.
15-20 MIN
Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area
48,000 acresHiking · PetroglyphsFree
Desert canyon hiking and Native American petroglyphs — Sloan Canyon is the closest national conservation area to Calico Canyon for serious trail access.
25 MIN
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
1.5M acresBoating · Hiking · SwimmingNPS fee
America's first national recreation area — full-size boating, shoreline beaches, and desert hiking about 25 minutes east via Lake Mead Parkway.
15 MIN
Heritage Park
~20 acresGarden · Picnic areas · EventsFree
Botanical garden, event space, and walking paths — Heritage Park anchors Henderson's cultural recreation footprint south of the Galleria corridor.
The Calico Canyon Lifestyle
What Does a Weekend in Calico Canyon Look Like?
Three moods within a short radius: a morning walk on Calico Canyon's hillside streets with valley views, a round at DragonRidge or Rio Secco Golf Club, and dinner along the Henderson corridor — with the City of Henderson's parks system threading recreation throughout the week.
50Master-Planned Acres
2005Year Established
300+Pardee-Built Homes
300Days of Sun
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Can You Tour Calico Canyon Homes This Weekend?
Possibly — with 300+ homes in the community and 326 active listings across the 89012 corridor, weekends typically bring open houses ranging from Calico Canyon Pardee originals to neighboring Calico Ridge and MacDonald Highlands. Well-priced view-lot homes move quickly; if a specific property interests you, call (702) 637-1759 and we'll arrange a private showing before the open-house crowd.
Quick Answer
What does an HOA cost in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon HOA dues typically run $70–$180 per month, covering common-area landscaping, architectural-review oversight, and hillside upkeep. That is a moderate carry relative to the community's price range and the cost of maintaining a 50-acre hillside setting. Reserve fund health varies by sub-association — always request the full resale disclosure package and review the budget, reserve study, and any pending assessments during your due-diligence window before committing.
Moving to Calico Canyon
Should I Move to Calico Canyon?
Households from Southern California's hillside suburbs — Calabasas, Temecula, Rancho Cucamonga — routinely discover that the hilltop neighborhood priced out of reach on the coast is entirely within reach in Henderson. California's top state income-tax rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board; Nevada's is zero, and that gap alone closes most relocation spreadsheets.
Why California Buyers Are Choosing Calico Canyon
The tax arithmetic is straightforward: California's top marginal state income tax is 13.3% — Nevada's is zero. A household earning $200,000 saves roughly $16,000 per year in state income taxes. Calico Canyon adds the hillside argument: Pardee-built view-lot homes in an established 2005-vintage community, with an effective property-tax rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% and a 3% annual cap for primary residences under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471. The same footprint with valley sightlines would cost two to three times as much on California's coastal hillsides.
At a $600,000 budget, California hillside buyers are often looking at a dated fixer or a congested inland suburb without views. That same budget in Calico Canyon secures a Pardee-built hillside home with valley views in a 2005-vintage community zoned to Henderson's quality public schools — with I-215 access, the Galleria at Sunset nearby, and Henderson's safety ranking backing every purchase.
According to Las Vegas REALTORS, the 89012 ZIP area shows a $1,077,475 median list price (inflated by MacDonald Highlands) but a $565,000 median sold price over the past hundred days — closer to Calico Canyon's actual $400K–$700K range. Per the Clark County Assessor, the effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of assessed value. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data places Henderson among the safest large U.S. cities, and GreatSchools rates zoned Vanderburg Elementary at 8/10 and Del E. Webb Middle School at 8/10.
Calico Canyon's employment access runs through the I-215 beltway: Harry Reid International Airport is about 20 minutes west, the Strip's employment core roughly 25 minutes via I-215 to I-15, and Downtown Henderson about 15 minutes by local roads. Healthcare, retail, and education anchor the local economy at St. Rose Dominican Hospital, the Galleria at Sunset corridor, and the Henderson municipal campus — all reachable without a long highway run.
Cost of Living Snapshot — Calico Canyon vs. Southern California Hillside Markets
Day-to-day costs in Calico Canyon run meaningfully below California hillside suburbs across nearly every category. Nevada has no state income tax and no personal property tax on vehicles beyond registration fees. The category that flips hardest is housing: a hillside view-lot home costs $400K–$700K here versus $1M–$2M+ in comparable Los Angeles or San Diego hillside communities.
| Metric | Calico Canyon, NV | SoCal Hillside Markets |
|---|---|---|
| State Income Tax | None | Up to 13.3% |
| Community Price Range | $400K–$700K | $1M–$2M+ typical |
| Effective Property Tax Rate | ~0.5%–0.7% | ~1.1% on new purchases |
| HOA Range | $70–$180/mo | $300–$700+/mo typical |
| Airport Commute | ~20 min (Harry Reid) | 45–90+ min (LAX/SAN) |
Figures are approximate, for illustration. Contact our team for current market data.
Calico Canyon Area Rental Market — Rent vs. Own
Single-family homes in the 89012 Henderson corridor typically rent for about $2,400–$3,200 monthly for floor plans comparable to Calico Canyon's Pardee inventory, with hillside and view-lot premiums driving rents toward the top of the band. Henderson's safety ranking and strong school zones keep vacancy low and tenant quality high. The City of Henderson tightly regulates short-term rentals — review the current rules before underwriting nightly income on any purchase.
Updated June 2026 · Source: Las Vegas REALTORS rental tracking & BLS Consumer Price Index
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Start Your Relocation SearchRELOCATION TIMELINE
How to relocate to Calico Canyon in 8 steps
From first research to keys-in-hand, here's the 8–12 week timeline most Calico Canyon buyers follow. Two deadlines are statutory: Nevada requires a driver's license within 30 days of residency and vehicle registration within 60, per the Nevada DMV — miss them and penalties stack.
Clarify your view-lot vs. interior priority
Calico Canyon's price spread runs $400K–$700K but the position within the plan matters as much as the total. Decide whether a valley-view lot is essential or whether an interior street at a lower entry price works — that decision shapes every offer you write.
Get pre-approved — zone-aware
Conventional, FHA, and VA all work across the $400K–$700K range. Homes above $700K may approach jumbo territory — confirm the 2026 conforming-loan limit with your lender before setting a ceiling. Full underwriting wins in a competitive hillside market.
Hire a Calico Canyon specialist
View-lot position, HOA sub-association health, and school-zone verification all require someone who knows the plan. A specialist spots which lots have unobstructed sightlines and which HOA boards carry deferred reserve draws.
Tour view lots and interior streets
Walk a valley-view position and an interior-street alternative in the same afternoon — the price gap and the visual difference will calibrate your budget quickly. Virtual tours work for out-of-state buyers; in-person beats a screen for evaluating views.
Write and negotiate the offer
View-lot homes need clean, fast terms; interior homes give more inspection-based negotiating room. Your agent's read on the specific lot's market time and comparable closed transactions sets the offer strategy.
Inspection, HOA docs & appraisal
2005-vintage Pardee homes have fewer deferred-maintenance surprises than pre-1995 stock, but still inspect roof, HVAC, and water heater. Pull the HOA resale package — dues, reserves, CC&Rs, and any pending assessments — before you waive contingencies.
Clear conditions & fund
Nevada closes through escrow companies; expect 30–45 days from acceptance to funding. Hillside properties sometimes draw out-of-area appraisers — pad the schedule accordingly. Cash purchases can close in 7–14 days.
Close, move, and register
Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Southwest Gas, City of Henderson water), then handle the Nevada DMV — license within 30 days, vehicle registration within 60.
ECONOMY & JOBS
What Drives the Calico Canyon Area Economy?
Calico Canyon residents tap Henderson's diversified economy — healthcare, retail, government, and hospitality. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics confirms Las Vegas metro employment remains strong, and Henderson household incomes sit about 20% above the Clark County median. St. Rose Dominican Hospital, the Galleria corridor, and Downtown Henderson are all within 20 minutes.
$88,654Median household income, HendersonU.S. Census QuickFacts
~20%Above Clark County median income$88,654 vs $74,007, Census ACS
20 minTo Harry Reid International AirportVia I-215 beltway
25 minTo the Strip employment coreVia I-215 to I-15
Top Calico Canyon-Area Employers
- St. Rose Dominican Hospital (Siena campus)Healthcare anchor 15–20 minutes north — a major Henderson employer in Calico Canyon's commute range
- Galleria at Sunset corridorRegional mall and Sunset Road retail employment strip about 15 minutes from Calico Canyon
- City of Henderson municipal campusCity government, police, and fire services within the broader Henderson corridor
- Clark County School District campusesVanderburg Elementary, Del E. Webb Middle, and Coronado High School all serve or neighbor the community
- DragonRidge Country Club (MacDonald Highlands)Golf operations, hospitality, and club services adjacent to Calico Canyon
- Las Vegas Strip employment coreHospitality, entertainment, and convention jobs ~25 minutes via I-215 to I-15
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Henderson. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
How Does Calico Canyon Compare to Henderson, Las Vegas & Summerlin?
Weighing Calico Canyon against Henderson, Las Vegas, and Summerlin? This June 2026 side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most. Calico Canyon leads on hillside character and Pardee value; Summerlin on trail depth; Henderson citywide on inventory. Data sources: LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Calico Canyon | Henderson | Las Vegas | Summerlin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community Price Range | $400K–$700K (plan) | $548K (citywide median) | $476K (citywide) | $728K (citywide) |
| ZIP-Area Median Sold | $565,000 (89012) | $548K | $476K | $728K |
| Active Listings | 326 (89012 ZIP area) | 2,460 | 8,606 | 1,253 |
| Days on Market | 26 | 21 | 20 | 21 |
| Homes in Community | ~300 (plan) | 331,857 population | 656,274 population | ~127,000 population |
| Median Household Income | $88,654 (Henderson citywide) | $88,654 | $66,820 | $95,200 |
| Setting | Hillside · Non-gated · 50 acres | Diverse city · Flat + hillside | Urban · Flat | Master-planned · Trails |
| New Construction | None — built out 2005 | Very High (newer plans) | Moderate | Very High (Summerlin West) |
| Best For | Hillside value · Pardee quality · Views | Families · Safety · Variety | Investors · Urban · Value | Trails · Luxury · New builds |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Calico Canyon income and crime figures are Henderson citywide — the Census and FBI do not tabulate the community separately. Community price range is from plan records; all other figures are ZIP-area or citywide. Last updated June 2026.
Cost of Ownership
What Will Calico Canyon Cost You Each Month?
A $565,000 ZIP-area-median Calico Canyon-area purchase runs about $4,100 monthly with 10% down at 7% per Freddie Mac's rate survey. The tabs below model your payment, compare renting in the Henderson hillside corridor, and break out the HOA tiers that make Calico Canyon's $70–$180 monthly dues one of the corridor's more moderate carries.
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Estimate Your Calico Canyon Payment
$4,232
Estimated Monthly Payment
- Principal & Interest$3,383
- Property Tax$287
- Insurance$150
- HOA$200
- PMI$212
Estimated calculations only — consult a lender for exact figures. Rate benchmarks reflect the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
BUY VS RENT
Should you buy or rent in Calico Canyon right now?
View-lot demand keeps rents firm in the 89012 corridor, and at current rates the monthly gap narrows once equity and tax effects are counted — for 5+ year holds, a built-out 300-home plan with fixed supply and a hillside premium tilts the math toward owning.
OWN (10% DOWN, 7%)
$4,154 / mo
- Principal & Interest
- $3,386
- Property Tax (~0.6%)
- $283
- Homeowners Insurance
- $125
- HOA (community-specific)
- $125
- PMI (10% down)
- $235
5-year net cost:~$155,000
Equity built:~$140,000
RENT (89012 CORRIDOR MEDIAN)
$2,800 / mo
- Median 89012 Corridor Rent
- $2,800
- Renters Insurance
- $20
- Equity Built / Month
- $0
- Tax Benefit
- $0
- Annual Increase Risk
- ~4%
5-year net cost:~$168,000
Equity built:$0
Avg annual rent increase: 4.0%
The 5-year breakeven
Owning a Calico Canyon home for five years nets out cheaper than renting once principal paydown and appreciation are counted — and the owner walks away with roughly $140,000 in equity (including the down payment) while the renter walks away with none. A built-out 300-home plan with no new supply gives that appreciation assumption structural support across the 89012 hillside corridor.
Model assumptions: 7.0% 30-yr fixed (Freddie Mac PMMS), 3% annual appreciation, 4% annual rent growth, 0.6% effective property tax, $125/mo blended HOA, ~7% resale costs.
HOA Fees by Community
HOA Fees by Tier in Calico Canyon
Calico Canyon HOA dues are set by the community association, not a citywide master — dues cover common-area hillside landscaping, architectural review, and community upkeep. The range reflects the breadth of lot positions and sub-association structures within the plan. Always verify the exact dues, reserves, and CC&Rs for your specific home during escrow.
Standard Lots — Interior Streets
$70–$120 / mo
Interior-street single-family
$70–$120
Includes:
Common-area landscaping, architectural review, and community standard enforcement
Premium Lots — View Positions
$120–$180 / mo
View-lot and elevated-position homes
$120–$180
Includes:
Additional hillside landscaping maintenance, erosion management, and common-area upkeep on elevated terrain
COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION
How Easy Is Getting Around From Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon's hillside streets feed into Henderson's road grid and quickly reach the I-215 beltway, giving residents access to the valley's major employment corridors. Mean Henderson commutes run near 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — shorter than the coastal-metro averages most California relocators leave behind.
Drive Times from Calico Canyon
- 15 minDowntown HendersonLocal roads via Horizon Ridge Pkwy
- 5-10 minAcacia ParkLocal roads
- 15-20 minSt. Rose Dominican HospitalI-215 / Eastern Ave corridor
- 15 minGalleria at SunsetI-215 / Sunset Rd
- 20 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-215 west
- 25 minLas Vegas StripI-215 → I-15 north
- 30 minSummerlinI-215 around the beltway
- 25 minLake Mead (Boulder Beach)Lake Mead Pkwy east
Transportation Options
Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.
Quick Answer
How long does it take to close on a home in Calico Canyon?
Most Calico Canyon purchases close in 30–45 days from accepted offer. Nevada closes through escrow companies — the timeline is predictable once conditions are met. Cash buyers can close in 7–14 days. Allow extra time for hillside appraisal scheduling and HOA resale-package delivery, which can add several days to financed transactions.
Quick Answer
What down payment do you need to buy in Calico Canyon?
Most Calico Canyon buyers put down 5%–20%. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified buyers, FHA allows 3.5% across the $400K–$600K portion of the community's range, and VA allows 0% for eligible veterans. At the $565,000 ZIP-area sold median, plan roughly $28,250 (5%) to $113,000 (20%). Homes above $700K approach jumbo territory — confirm the conforming-loan limit for 2026 with your lender before locking a pre-approval.
Calico Canyon FAQ — 18 Answers
What Do Calico Canyon Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedWhat is the median home price in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon homes run $400K–$700K per community records. The 89012 ZIP area — shared with MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge — shows a list median of $1,077,475, but the $565,000 sold median over the past 100 days per Las Vegas REALTORS is closer to Calico Canyon's actual midpoint. Elevation and valley-view position drive premiums within the plan.
What are the best features of Calico Canyon?
The hillside setting is the headline: Pardee Homes positioned lots to capture valley views that flat-land Henderson neighborhoods simply cannot offer at this price point. The 50-acre footprint keeps the community intimate — 300+ homes means short internal drives and a genuine neighborhood feel. HOA dues in the $70–$180 range are moderate for a landscaped hillside plan, and the 2005 vintage means buyers avoid the deferred-maintenance cycle common in pre-1995 Henderson stock.
Is Calico Canyon guard-gated?
No — Calico Canyon is not guard-gated. The community maintains its standards through HOA oversight: common-area landscaping, architectural review, and dues-funded upkeep rather than a staffed gatehouse. Buyers who prioritize guarded entry in this part of Henderson typically look at MacDonald Highlands or Seven Hills. For buyers who value hillside character and Pardee construction over a gate, Calico Canyon delivers the better value per square foot.
What are HOA fees in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon HOA dues typically run $70–$180 per month, covering common-area landscape maintenance, community standard enforcement, and hillside upkeep across the 50-acre plan. That is a moderate carry relative to the community's price range and the cost of maintaining a hillside setting. Reserve fund health varies — always request the full resale disclosure package and review the budget, reserve study, and any pending assessments during your due-diligence window.
What schools serve Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon falls under the Clark County School District. Zoned public schools include Vanderburg Elementary (K-5, 8/10 on GreatSchools), Del E. Webb Middle School (6-8, 8/10), and Coronado High School (9-12, 7/10). Charter options include Pinecrest Academy of Nevada (9/10) and Doral Academy of Nevada (8/10). Private choices include Henderson International School and Bishop Gorman High School. Assignments depend on the exact address — verify zoning before you write an offer.
What is the average days on market in Calico Canyon?
Across the 89012 ZIP area, sold homes averaged a median of about 26 days from list to accepted offer over the past hundred days per Las Vegas REALTORS data, on roughly 326 active listings. Inside Calico Canyon, view lots and well-priced Pardee originals move faster than dated interiors needing cosmetic work. The DOM figure is a ZIP-area indicator — a community specialist can pull the plan-specific pace on request.
What are property taxes like in Calico Canyon?
Property taxes are among Nevada's draws. The Clark County Assessor applies an effective rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% of assessed value, and Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3%. On a $550,000 Calico Canyon home, budget approximately $3,200–$3,800 per year. Long-held homes often carry below-market assessed values — they reset to current value after sale, so verify the post-sale tax bill with the Assessor before budgeting your monthly carry.
Is Calico Canyon a good place for families?
Yes — the combination of 2005-vintage Pardee construction, 8/10-rated zoned schools, and Henderson's city-wide safety ranking makes Calico Canyon a strong family address. The hillside setting keeps cut-through traffic low, and the City of Henderson's parks system puts Acacia Park and Paseo Verde Park within a short drive. Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data, which anchors resale demand for family buyers.
How does Calico Canyon compare to MacDonald Highlands?
Both communities occupy Henderson's hillside terrain in 89012, but they target very different buyers. MacDonald Highlands is a guard-gated country-club community with homes from roughly $1.5M to $15M+; Calico Canyon is a non-gated Pardee-built neighborhood at $400K–$700K. Calico Canyon buyers get hillside character and valley-view lots without the club membership costs and luxury-tier entry price. It is Henderson's best answer for the buyer who wants elevation without the country-club carry.
Is there new construction in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon is essentially built out — the 300+ homes on 50 acres were developed by Pardee starting in 2005, and occasional resale inventory is what trades today. Buyers who want new construction in the broader hillside Henderson corridor typically look at MacDonald Highlands' newer phases (Cresta Rosa, Dragon Rock) or Calico Ridge, all in the same 89012 ZIP. Calico Canyon's finite supply is a long-term positive for resale values.
What is the commute like from Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon sits in the 89012 corridor with access to the I-215 beltway, putting Harry Reid International Airport about 20 minutes west and the Las Vegas Strip roughly 25 minutes away via I-215 to I-15. Downtown Henderson is about 15 minutes by local roads, and Summerlin is reachable in approximately 30 minutes via the beltway. Hillside streets add a couple of minutes to reach major arterials — run the route at your actual commute hour before committing.
What amenities are near Calico Canyon?
The Galleria at Sunset is about 15 minutes north — a full regional mall with dining, retail, and services. Acacia Park and Paseo Verde Park cover outdoor recreation needs within a short drive. Seven Hills' Rio Secco Golf Club and DragonRidge Country Club at MacDonald Highlands are both nearby for golf. St. Rose Dominican Hospital anchors healthcare in the Henderson corridor. For everyday errands — groceries, gas, dining — Sunset Road and Eastern Avenue corridors are the primary strips.
Is Calico Canyon a good investment?
The fundamentals are sound. Pardee construction, a 2005 vintage that avoids major deferred-maintenance cycles, a finite 300-home footprint with no new supply, and hillside view lots that cannot be replicated make Calico Canyon a durable hold. Nevada's zero state income tax and 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.471 improve net returns. View lots historically outperform interior ones — identify which tier you're buying before negotiating price.
What should I know before buying in Calico Canyon?
Four things matter most here. First, the ZIP-area median list of $1,077,475 reflects MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge — Calico Canyon's own range is $400K–$700K; use plan-specific comps. Second, view lots carry meaningful premiums over interior streets — your agent's read on which lots have unobstructed sightlines determines the offer. Third, pull the HOA resale package and reserve study; hillside landscaping can produce above-average reserve draws. Fourth, verify school zoning at the address level, not ZIP level.
What is the rental market like near Calico Canyon?
Single-family rentals in the 89012 Henderson corridor typically run $2,400–$3,200 per month for the size range common to Calico Canyon, with hillside and view-lot premiums pushing rents toward the top of the band per Las Vegas REALTORS rental tracking. Henderson's safety ranking and school zones keep vacancy low and tenant quality high. Short-term rentals are regulated by the City of Henderson — review the rules before underwriting nightly income on any Calico Canyon purchase.
What down payment do you need to buy in Calico Canyon?
Most Calico Canyon buyers put down 5%–20%. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified buyers, FHA allows 3.5% across the $400K–$600K portion of the community's range, and VA allows 0% for eligible veterans. At the $565,000 ZIP-area sold median, plan roughly $28,250 (5%) to $113,000 (20%). Homes above $700K approach jumbo territory — confirm the conforming-loan limit for 2026 with your lender before locking a pre-approval.
How long does it take to close on a home in Calico Canyon?
Most Calico Canyon purchases close in 30–45 days from accepted offer. Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys — timing is predictable once conditions are satisfied. Cash purchases can close in 7–14 days. Financed buyers should allow time for appraisal scheduling (hillside properties sometimes draw out-of-area appraisers), and the HOA resale-package delivery adds a few days wherever an active association is involved.
What does a Calico Canyon home look like?
Pardee Homes built Calico Canyon starting in 2005 with single-family floor plans oriented toward valley views on the hillside lots. Expect stucco exteriors, tile roofs, open great-room layouts, and garages sized for two to three cars — typical of quality Henderson production from the mid-2000s. The 2005 vintage means buyers avoid the 1980s deferred-maintenance cycle while still getting the established neighborhood feel a hillside setting creates.
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These are the eight queries Calico Canyon buyers actually type into Google and AI assistants — answered in two or three sentences with specifics you can verify: community facts from City of Henderson, prices from Las Vegas REALTORS, and school ratings from GreatSchools.
Is Calico Canyon part of Las Vegas or Henderson?
Henderson. Calico Canyon is a community inside the City of Henderson with Henderson police, fire, water, and city services. Mailing addresses say Henderson, NV 89012 — "Calico Canyon" is the community's name, not a separate municipality.
What ZIP code is Calico Canyon in?
ZIP 89012, which Calico Canyon shares with MacDonald Highlands, Calico Ridge, and Seven Hills. That shared ZIP is why area statistics show an elevated list median — the luxury tiers of neighboring communities pull it up. Always use plan-specific comps for Calico Canyon pricing.
Is Calico Canyon guard-gated?
No — Calico Canyon is not guard-gated. Community standards are maintained through HOA oversight and dues, not a staffed gatehouse. Buyers who need guarded entry should look at MacDonald Highlands or the gated sections of Seven Hills, both nearby in the 89012 corridor.
How old are homes in Calico Canyon?
Calico Canyon was established in 2005 by Pardee Homes — all 300+ homes date from roughly 2005 forward, giving buyers a consistent 2000s-vintage construction profile. Expect modern layouts, updated systems, and tile roofs without the deferred-maintenance cycle of pre-1995 Henderson stock.
Are there views in Calico Canyon?
Yes — the hillside setting on 50 acres in Henderson's 89012 corridor delivers valley sightlines from many lots. View position varies by lot elevation and orientation; some interior-street homes have limited views. Ask your agent to identify which active listings hold unobstructed sightlines before touring.
Is Calico Canyon walkable?
By Las Vegas standards, modestly — hillside streets in the community are suitable for walking loops with valley views, but the plan is fundamentally auto-dependent for daily errands. The nearest parks and retail are 5–15 minutes by car. The walking experience inside the community is the amenity; external walkability is limited.
How far is Calico Canyon from MacDonald Highlands?
Calico Canyon borders MacDonald Highlands within the same 89012 ZIP code — they are adjacent communities sharing Henderson's hillside terrain. DragonRidge Country Club at MacDonald Highlands is about five minutes from Calico Canyon's edge. The price difference is dramatic: Calico Canyon at $400K–$700K versus MacDonald Highlands from $1.5M+.
Is Calico Canyon a good investment?
The fundamentals are sound: Pardee construction, a 2005 vintage, a finite 300-home built-out footprint, and a hillside setting with valley views in a safety-ranked city. Nevada's zero income tax and 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.471 improve net returns. View lots historically outperform interior positions — identify which tier you're buying before negotiating the price.
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Direct builder relationships, the largest agent team in the valley, and thousands of verified five-star reviews. Across 6,225+ closed transactions and $4.1B+ in volume since 2009, our agents have represented buyers and sellers across Henderson's hillside corridor — Calico Canyon's Pardee originals, view-lot positions, and neighboring MacDonald Highlands estates. That depth ranks the team #1 in Nevada.
#1
Real estate team in Nevada
Ranked Top 100 nationwide, RealTrends 2025
150+
Licensed Nevada agents
Henderson, Summerlin, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas
$4.1B+
In total sales volume
Across 6,225+ closed transactions
9,061+
Verified 5-star reviews
4.9/5 (Google, Zillow, FastExpert)
16+
Years in the Las Vegas Valley
Founded by Chris Nevada · License S.181401
#1
TEAM IN NEVADA
6,225+
HOMES SOLD SINCE 2009
9,061+
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6,225+ transactions. $4.1B+ in total volume. In a 300-home hillside community where view-lot position and HOA reserve health determine long-term value, knowing the blocks is the whole game. The Nevada Real Estate Group team has worked Henderson since 2009. Call (702) 637-1759 and we'll find your home.
NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Calico Canyon?
Compare Calico Canyon with neighboring Henderson hillside plans and nearby cities. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning so you can judge whether trading Calico Canyon's Pardee quality for newer construction, a gatehouse, or a broader master plan actually buys you more home for the money.
A–Z INDEX
Which Henderson Hillside Communities Can You Explore A–Z?
Calico Canyon sits within Henderson's 89012 hillside corridor alongside larger and more established neighboring communities — from Calico Ridge's broader foothill lots to MacDonald Highlands' guard-gated luxury. The entries below are indexed alphabetically for quick orientation; our team can pull current listings, dues, and school zoning for any community on request.
C
- Calico Canyon
- Calico Ridge
- Cresta Rosa (MacDonald Highlands)
D
- Dragon Rock (MacDonald Highlands)
- DragonRidge Country Club
KEEP LEARNING
What Else Should You Read About Calico Canyon?
These guides extend the research most Calico Canyon buyers do next — understanding the broader Henderson market, comparing master plans, and tracking valley-wide pricing — each written by our team from the same MLS data and primary sources used throughout this page.
GUIDE
Buying a Home in Henderson: Complete Guide
The parent-city playbook — neighborhoods, schools, taxes, and the offer-to-close process across Henderson.
Read →MARKET UPDATE
Las Vegas Housing Market 2026
Valley-wide pricing, inventory, and rate context — the macro backdrop behind Calico Canyon's ZIP-area numbers.
Read →MARKET HUB
Henderson Community Hub
Citywide market data, every Henderson master plan, and side-by-side comparisons in one place.
Read →Sources & Methodology
Where Does This Calico Canyon Data Come From?
Every statistic here comes from a primary or government dataset, refreshed monthly. Key caveat: ZIP 89012 is broader than the Calico Canyon plan — MacDonald Highlands and Calico Ridge luxury inventory inflates the area median. Plan-specific figures cite community records; ZIP-area figures are labeled accordingly. Follow any link below to verify a number.
- Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, and closing counts for the Calico Canyon ZIP area (89012). lasvegasrealtors.com
- U.S. Census Bureau — Henderson city population, income, age, and housing data (Calico Canyon is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
- City of Henderson — Parks, city services, police and fire coverage, and short-term rental rules. cityofhenderson.com
- Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, parcel data, and post-sale tax-reset records. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Henderson violent and property crime rates, national comparisons. fbi.gov/ucr
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data for the Las Vegas MSA. bls.gov
- GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, student-teacher ratios for Calico Canyon-area schools. greatschools.org
- Nevada Report Card — State accountability data used to cross-check school ratings. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
- Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator and buy-vs-rent model. freddiemac.com/pmms
Methodology: Listing data is sourced via Repliers IDX feed (Las Vegas MLS) and refreshed every 15 minutes. Demographic and economic data are pulled monthly via Census/BLS APIs. School data is refreshed quarterly. All comparisons are like-for-like (same metric, same time period).
Last refresh: June 2026 · Next scheduled refresh: July 2026