Sunset Palms Homes For Sale

KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Sunset Palms at a Glance?

Sunset Palms is a 350-home KB Home community built in 2004 across 50 acres of Henderson's 89052 corridor, served by City of Henderson. ZIP-area median list price is $698,950 and the market moves at a 24-day pace per Las Vegas REALTORS. Homes range from $320K to $520K — the value entry point.

• The price entry: $320K–$520K in a Henderson ZIP code that also carries Seven Hills and MacDonald Ranch luxury — Sunset Palms is the value tier of one of Nevada's most desirable addresses.
• The builder: KB Home 2004 construction — production quality, customizable floor plans, attached garages; plan inspection diligence at 20-plus years on HVAC, roof, and water heater.
• Schools: zoned Vanderburg Elementary (8/10 GreatSchools), Del E. Webb Middle (8/10), and Coronado High — plus Pinecrest Academy charter (9/10) nearby; verify the exact zoning for your address before offering.
• HOA: $55–$140/month — among the lighter dues structures in Henderson's 89052 corridor; pull the resale package in escrow to confirm the exact amount and reserve status.
• City backbone: Henderson Police Department, full city fire and services, the I-215 beltway 20 minutes from Harry Reid Airport, and Downtown Henderson 15 minutes by local road.

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Henderson

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Many Sunset Palms Area Homes Sell in Each Price Range?

The 89052 ZIP area median list price sits at $698,950 per Las Vegas REALTORS June 2026 MLS data, but that figure is skewed by Seven Hills and MacDonald Ranch luxury inventory. Sunset Palms itself spans $320K–$520K. The bands below show the modeled split of the area's 342 active listings across all price points.

Counts are Nevada Real Estate Group-modeled allocations of the 342 active ZIP-area listings (89052), consistent with the $698,950 area median · June 2026 · Sunset Palms homes are concentrated in the under-$520K bands · Links open the Henderson MLS search pre-filtered by price.

SAFETY & CRIME

Is Sunset Palms Safe?

• Top 10Safest large U.S. cities, Henderson rankingFBI UCR-based national comparisons
• Own PDHenderson Police Department — not LVMPDCity of Henderson dedicated service
• 2004Two decades of stable owner-occupied streetsCommunity records
• BelowViolent crime vs national average, Henderson citywideFBI Uniform Crime Reporting

Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available data), City of Henderson / Henderson Police Department. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY REPORT CARD

How Does Sunset Palms Score?

Sunset Palms earns strong marks for value, safety, and commute convenience, with honest trade-offs on housing-stock age and the absence of gating or luxury amenities. Below is the category-by-category report card our agents walk through with every buyer before their first Sunset Palms tour.

• A

  Grade A: Safety

  Henderson Police Department coverage; Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI UCR-based comparisons. HOA-maintained community standards keep streets tidy and occupied.

• B+

  Grade B+: Schools

  Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle both rate 8/10 on GreatSchools; Pinecrest Academy charter hits 9/10 nearby. Solid for the price tier — verify the exact zoning address by address.

• A-

  Grade A-: Cost of Living

  Entry from $320K in a Henderson ZIP code that also holds Seven Hills and MacDonald Highlands luxury — the best value-per-dollar in the 89052 corridor with HOA dues at $55–$140 monthly.

• B+

  Grade B+: Amenities

  Acacia Park, Paseo Verde Park, and Heritage Park within minutes; Seven Hills Tennis Center, the Galleria at Sunset, and Green Valley Ranch Resort nearby. No in-community amenity center.

• B+

  Grade B+: Outdoor Access

  Henderson parks system within minutes; Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area about 20 minutes south; Lake Mead about 30 minutes east.

• A-

  Grade A-: Commute

  I-215 beltway nearby: 20 minutes to the airport, 25 to the Strip, 30 to Summerlin — and local Henderson errands stay off the freeway entirely.

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.

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the Sunset Palms Area Growing?

Sunset Palms itself is built out — the 350+ KB Home homes were completed in 2004 and no new lots remain. Growth means resale turnover and appreciation pressure from the parent city: Henderson has added roughly 74,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and that steady demand keeps the 89052 corridor prices rising even as the community itself does not expand.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Henderson. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate Sunset Palms separately; projection reflects recent Henderson growth rates. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY SCORES

How Does Sunset Palms Score for Livability?

Sunset Palms combines Henderson's top-tier safety record and city infrastructure with an attainable $320K–$520K price band and 8/10-rated school zones — honest trade-offs include a 2004 housing stock that needs aging-systems inspection and no in-community amenity center. The rings below benchmark the six categories buyers ask about most, sourced from Census, FBI, and GreatSchools data.

• 82B+

  Overall Livability

• 80B+

  Schools (zoned)

• 90A

  Safety

• 85A-

  Cost of Living

• 76B+

  Amenities

• 75B+

  Outdoor / Recreation

Scores synthesized from AreaVibes, Niche, and Census data — updated quarterly.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the Sunset Palms Real Estate Market Trending?

ZIP 89052 data from Las Vegas REALTORS: median sold price, days on market, and closings. The 89052 scope blends Sunset Palms with Seven Hills and Anthem luxury, so the $660K–$699K corridor figures sit above Sunset Palms' $320K–$520K band. A 24-day pace and 342 active listings reflect the broader ZIP; data indicate trend direction only.

Updated: June 2026 · Next update: July 2026

Market Competitiveness

How Competitive Is the Sunset Palms Area Right Now?

The 89052 ZIP area sold at a 24-day median over the past hundred days per Las Vegas REALTORS data, across 342 active listings. Within Sunset Palms itself, well-priced homes in the $350K–$450K range move fastest; homes needing cosmetic or system work linger longer and give buyers leverage.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR data + Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. ZIP-area scope (89052) — broader than Sunset Palms itself and includes Seven Hills, MacDonald Ranch, and Anthem; Sunset Palms homes price at $320K–$520K well below the ZIP median.

Neighborhood Comparison

How Does Sunset Palms Compare to Similar Henderson Communities?

A side-by-side look at Sunset Palms versus the Henderson communities buyers most often compare it with — price, HOA, school score, and lifestyle fit — using ZIP-area listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Figures are NREG-modeled orientations; use them for comparison, not appraisal.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. The MLS reports at ZIP level — per-community medians are our modeled estimates. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.

Community Deep Dive

What's Inside the Communities Near Sunset Palms?

BY ZIP CODE

What Does the Sunset Palms Market Look Like Across ZIP 89052?

Sunset Palms sits entirely within ZIP 89052 — a corridor shared with Seven Hills, MacDonald Ranch, and parts of Anthem. The MLS reports at ZIP level, so the table presents the 89052 area as a single corridor. The key data point: the $698,950 ZIP median is luxury-skewed; Sunset Palms homes trade in the $320K–$520K band well below the aggregate.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus Nevada Real Estate Group analysis. The $698,950 ZIP-area median includes Seven Hills Country Club, MacDonald Ranch, and Anthem inventory; Sunset Palms homes price at $320K–$520K. *Year-over-year change intentionally omitted at this corridor level. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.

WHY SUNSET PALMS

Why Does Sunset Palms Stand Apart From Its Peers?

The case for Sunset Palms is fundamentally about ZIP code value arbitrage — accessing Henderson's 89052 corridor at a price tier well below its luxury neighbors, backed by verifiable sources: the Nevada Revised Statutes, FBI crime data, GreatSchools ratings, and Las Vegas REALTORS market data all support the thesis.

1. 1

   89052 address, non-luxury price

   Same ZIP code as Seven Hills Country Club and MacDonald Highlands — Henderson's premier addresses — at $320K–$520K rather than $1M+. The schools, city services, and safety record don't change.

   Las Vegas REALTORS / Community records
2. 2

   HOA dues that stay light

   At $55–$140 per month, Sunset Palms runs among the lighter dues structures in the 89052 corridor — freeing cash flow for building equity rather than amenity fees.

   Community records
3. 3

   Nevada's tax advantage

   No state income tax, an effective property-tax rate near 0.5–0.7%, and a 3% annual cap on primary residences under NRS 361.471 — predictable carrying costs and outright savings vs any other Western state.

   NRS 361.471 / Clark County Assessor
4. 4

   8/10-rated school zones

   Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle both rate 8/10 on GreatSchools, zoned — not lottery — plus Pinecrest Academy charter at 9/10 nearby.

   GreatSchools.org
5. 5

   Henderson safety and services

   Henderson Police Department, city fire, and Henderson's multi-year ranking among America's safest large cities in FBI UCR-based comparisons.

   FBI Uniform Crime Reporting / City of Henderson

WHY BUY IN SUNSET PALMS

What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Sunset Palms?

Sunset Palms's case is ZIP code value in Henderson: the 89052 address, 8/10-rated zoned schools, and property taxes capped at 3% annual growth for primary residences per Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471, all starting from $320K with HOA dues under $140 per month. Ten sourced reasons follow.

1. 1

   89052 ZIP code at $320K entry

   Same address corridor as Seven Hills and MacDonald Highlands — at a fraction of the price.

   Community records / LVR

2. 2

   Zero state income tax

   Nevada levies no personal income tax — immediate five-figure savings for most California relocators.

   Nevada Department of Taxation

3. 3

   3% property-tax cap

   Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by statute under NRS 361.471.

   NRS 361.471

4. 4

   Light HOA structure

   At $55–$140 per month, one of Henderson's lighter dues burdens in the 89052 corridor.

   Community records

5. 5

   8/10-rated zoned schools

   Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle both rate 8/10 — zoned, not lottery-dependent.

   GreatSchools.org

6. 6

   Henderson safety record

   Henderson consistently ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI Uniform Crime Reporting comparisons.

   FBI Uniform Crime Reporting

7. 7

   I-215 commute access

   20 minutes to Harry Reid Airport, 25 to the Strip — the beltway is the commute asset.

   City of Henderson

8. 8

   KB Home established construction

   2004 production build with known floor plans, attached garages, and a 20-year track record in the market.

   Community records

9. 9

   Built-out scarcity

   No new KB Home lots remain — every new Henderson resident adds demand to fixed inventory.

   U.S. Census / Community records

10. 10

    Parks and Henderson city services

    Acacia Park, Paseo Verde Park, and Heritage Park within minutes, backed by Henderson's full municipal infrastructure.

    City of Henderson

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Sunset Palms Homes This Weekend?

Sunset Palms typically has 10–20 active homes on any given weekend. At the 89052 corridor's 24-day median pace, well-priced listings draw offers within a week — buyers who wait for an open house often miss the best inventory. Set alerts through Nevada Real Estate Group, or call (702) 637-1759 to book a private tour any day.

RELOCATION TIMELINE

How to Relocate to Sunset Palms in 8 Steps

From first research to keys-in-hand, here's the 8–12 week timeline most Sunset Palms 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 registration penalties stack fast.

1. 01

   Set your budget and confirm financing type

   Sunset Palms works for FHA (3.5% down), conventional (3% down for qualified buyers), and VA (0% for veterans) across the $320K–$520K price band. No jumbo financing needed. Get fully underwritten before you tour — the 24-day median in the 89052 corridor moves faster than pre-approval-only buyers expect.

2. 02

   Verify school zoning for your target address

   Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School are the primary zones, but boundaries shift. Check CCSD's official zone tool for any specific address before you decide the school story is settled — one street can change the elementary.

3. 03

   Hire a Henderson 89052 specialist

   ZIP 89052 blends Sunset Palms entry homes with Seven Hills luxury — an agent who knows the corridor can read the comps accurately rather than relying on the skewed ZIP median. Our team closes in this corridor regularly.

4. 04

   Tour in person or virtually

   KB Home floor plans from 2004 are standardized enough for a virtual tour to be genuinely useful — our team can walk you through a live Sunset Palms home on video before you fly out, then confirm in person for the final decision.

5. 05

   Write and negotiate the offer

   Sunset Palms homes priced at market move in under 24 days. Come in clean: full pre-approval, short inspection contingency, and flexibility on closing date if the seller needs it. Dated systems give you negotiation leverage on condition credits.

6. 06

   Order the inspection and HOA resale package immediately

   Age matters here: 2004 KB Home construction needs full scrutiny on HVAC, water heater, tile roof, garage door openers, and any plumbing fittings. Pull the HOA resale package — dues, reserves, CC&Rs, any pending assessments — simultaneously so both arrive before your contingency deadline.

7. 07

   Clear conditions and fund escrow

   Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys. Plan 30–45 days from acceptance to funding. HOA document delivery adds a few business days; appraisal scheduling adds time in peak spring and summer months.

8. 08

   Close, move, and register

   Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Southwest Gas, City of Henderson water), then handle the Nevada DMV — license within 30 days of establishing residency, vehicle registration within 60. Both steps are online-capable for most out-of-state transfers.

ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Economy Near Sunset Palms?

Henderson household incomes average $88,654 — roughly 20% above Clark County's $74,007 median — per U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and U.S. Census data. Residents tap three employment corridors via I-215: St. Rose Dominican Hospital and the Galleria at Sunset within 15 minutes, the airport in 20, and the Strip in roughly 25.

Top Employers Near Sunset Palms

• St. Rose Dominican Hospital (Siena campus)Healthcare anchor in the 89052 corridor — within 15 minutes of Sunset Palms on local roads
• Green Valley Ranch Resort & CasinoHospitality, dining, and resort employment center about 10 minutes from Sunset Palms
• City of HendersonMunicipal campus and city services — one of Henderson's largest public-sector employers
• Clark County School District (89052 campuses)Vanderburg, Del E. Webb, Coronado, and surrounding CCSD schools serving the corridor
• Galleria at Sunset corridorRegional mall and the Sunset Road retail employment strip within 10–15 minutes
• Las Vegas Strip corridor (25 min)Gaming, hospitality, and entertainment employment accessible via I-215 → I-15

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

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Sunset Palms Compare to Henderson, Las Vegas & Summerlin?

If you're weighing Sunset Palms against the valley's other addresses, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Sunset Palms wins on entry price and tax carry; Henderson wins on variety and services; Summerlin on trails and luxury — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.

Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Sunset Palms income and crime figures are Henderson citywide — Census does not tabulate the community separately. Sunset Palms ZIP-area market data includes Seven Hills and MacDonald Ranch luxury. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION

How Easy Is Getting Around From Sunset Palms?

The I-215 beltway is Sunset Palms' commute anchor, and Sunset Road, Eastern Avenue, and Gibson Road grid the local area for errands. Mean Henderson commute times run near 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — shorter than the coastal-metro averages most relocators leave behind, and the I-215 rarely produces urban-freeway-level gridlock.

Drive Times from Sunset Palms

• 5 minAcacia ParkLocal roads
• 10 minSt. Rose Dominican Hospital (Siena)Local roads / Gibson Rd
• 10 minGalleria at SunsetSunset Rd east
• 15 minDowntown HendersonLocal roads / Eastern Ave
• 20 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-215 west
• 25 minLas Vegas StripI-215 → I-15 north
• 30 minSummerlinI-215 north and west
• 30 minLake Mead (Boulder Beach)Lake Mead Pkwy east

Transportation Options

• Driving

  The default and the practical choice: Sunset Road, Eastern Avenue, and the I-215 on-ramps are minutes away. Daily errands — groceries, schools, parks, the Galleria — are reachable in under 15 minutes without touching the freeway.

• RTC Transit

  Regional routes serve the Sunset Road and Eastern Avenue corridors. Transit works for specific commutes but plan a car-primary lifestyle in Sunset Palms — the suburb spacing makes walking to transit stops impractical for most trips.

• Cycling

  Dedicated bike lanes and path connections exist along some of the wider Henderson corridors, but Sunset Palms is a suburban neighborhood — cycling is practical for park-to-school runs but not the primary commute mode for most households.

• Rideshare

  Fast and reasonably priced: airport runs to Harry Reid International typically cost $18–$28 and take about 20 minutes. Strip trips run $20–$35. Pickup wait times in residential Henderson are slightly longer than near the Strip but rarely exceed 10 minutes.

Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.

Quick Answer

What down payment do you need to buy in Sunset Palms?

Most Sunset Palms buyers put down 3.5% to 20%. FHA loans allow 3.5% down with a minimum 580 credit score across the full $320K–$520K price band — on a $380,000 home that is $13,300 down. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified buyers, and VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans. No jumbo financing is needed at Sunset Palms price points. A fully underwritten pre-approval before your first offer is essential at the 24-day median pace of the 89052 corridor.

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

What Else Do People Ask About Sunset Palms?

The eight questions below cover what Henderson buyers search most about Sunset Palms — school zones, ZIP context, KB Home quality, HOA rules, and commute times. All answers draw on data from City of Henderson, Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting, and GreatSchools ratings so you can verify every claim.

WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Why Is Nevada Real Estate Group the #1 Real Estate Team in Nevada?

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 communities — established KB Home neighborhoods, luxury guard-gated enclaves, and everything between. That depth ranks the team #1 in Nevada.

NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Sunset Palms?

Compare Sunset Palms with neighboring Henderson communities and nearby cities. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning so you can judge whether upgrading to a newer plan or stepping up in the 89052 corridor actually buys more for your money.

A–Z INDEX

Which Sunset Palms Area Communities Can You Explore A–Z?

Every community in the Sunset Palms orbit — from Cadence in east Henderson to MacDonald Highlands in the guard-gated tier — is indexed below. Click any name for the community guide, or ask our team to pull current listings, HOA dues, and school zone details for any address on the list. Call (702) 637-1759.

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Sunset Palms Data Come From?

All statistics come from primary government datasets and the MLS, refreshed monthly. Market figures use ZIP 89052 scope — which includes Seven Hills, MacDonald Ranch, and parts of Anthem — so the $698,950 area median blends luxury inventory above Sunset Palms' $320K–$520K band. Ten primary sources are linked below; click any to verify directly.

1. Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, and closing counts for the 89052 ZIP area. lasvegasrealtors.com
2. U.S. Census Bureau — Henderson city population, income, age, and housing data (Sunset Palms is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
3. City of Henderson — Parks, city services, police and fire coverage, and short-term rental regulations. cityofhenderson.com
4. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, parcel data, and post-sale tax-reset records. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
5. Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 — 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 and national city comparisons. fbi.gov/ucr
7. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data for the Las Vegas MSA. bls.gov
8. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings for Vanderburg Elementary, Del E. Webb Middle, Coronado High, and charter options. greatschools.org
9. Nevada Report Card — State accountability data used to cross-check school ratings. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
10. 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