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MEDIAN LIST PRICE (ZIP 89178)
$508K
LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 13, 2026
HOMES IN THE MASTER PLAN
3,500 acres
Mountains Edge records
ESTABLISHED
2004-2010
Focus Property Group
DAYS ON MARKET
26
LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 13, 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Cattara is a single-family neighborhood within Mountains Edge, a 3,500-acre master plan in southwest Las Vegas built by Focus Property Group between 2004 and 2010. ZIP 89178 shows a $508,400 median list and 32-day pace per Las Vegas REALTORS; City of Las Vegas covers municipal services. Takeaways below unpack this southwest Las Vegas address.
Last updated September 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Las Vegas
ZIP 89178 carried 198 active listings in September 2026 according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, spanning the broad Mountains Edge master plan and surrounding southwest Las Vegas neighborhoods. Cattara's single-family homes represent the $350K-$550K tier within that inventory. The newest listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active Cattara home is searchable in our live MLS portal.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Cattara pricing spans $350,000 for entry-level resales to $550,000 for premium floor plans, with the surrounding ZIP 89178 showing a $508,400 median list price per Las Vegas REALTORS September 2026 MLS data. The bands below show the modeled split of the ZIP area's 198 active listings, with Cattara inventory concentrated in the mid tiers.
ZIP 89178's 198 active listings break down into multiple Mountains Edge neighborhoods, property types, and price filters — each link opens our live Las Vegas MLS search, with counts updated daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data across ZIP 89178.
Mountains Edge contains multiple neighborhoods from the same 2004-2010 build cycle. Each card links to the most relevant hub or live search so you can see current inventory and lifestyle fit for that slice of the master plan.
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CRIME DATA
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Cattara delivers newer desert-contemporary single-family homes in Mountains Edge's well-amenitized southwest Las Vegas setting: $350K-$550K price range, 100-plus acres of parks, Exploration Peak trail access, Spring Mountains views, and a 20-minute drive to Harry Reid Airport. City of Las Vegas handles municipal services, and Nevada's zero income tax keeps relocation costs competitive for families and move-up buyers.
Cattara is known as an accessible single-family neighborhood within Mountains Edge — the Focus Property Group development built 2004-2010 that delivered desert-contemporary homes from $350K with direct access to Exploration Peak Park, over 100 acres of community parks, and Spring Mountains views in southwest Las Vegas.
Cattara fits first-time buyers stepping from renting into a master-plan community, California relocators trading state income tax for southwest Las Vegas family living, move-up buyers wanting newer construction with a community park system, working families using Henderson and airport-area employment, and value investors targeting the $350K-$550K band in a 3,500-acre master plan.
Mornings run Exploration Peak Park's summit trail or the interconnected community trail system, afternoons handle errands along Blue Diamond Road or shop the I-215 corridor, and evenings return to a quiet residential street in a master plan whose 100-plus acres of green space separate it from standard suburban grids.
Cattara anchors the single-family residential tier of Mountains Edge in the southwestern Las Vegas Valley, near the Blue Diamond Road and I-215 interchange. Approximately 20 miles from the Strip via I-15 North.
Quick Answer
Yes — for families and value buyers, Cattara delivers one of the better quality-to-cost ratios in southwest Las Vegas. The $350K-$550K price band, newer desert-contemporary construction, 100-plus acres of parkland, and Exploration Peak Park trail access are genuine differentiators. The honest trade-offs: school ratings at the zoned CCSD campuses are moderate (6/10 at middle and high), no guard gate, and a 25-minute Strip commute. Nevada's zero state income tax improves the ownership math relative to any California equivalent.
Source: City of Las Vegas
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Las Vegas city — the municipality containing Cattara — the parent city holds 656,274 residents with a median household income of $66,820. Community records place Mountains Edge's broader demographic profile at a median age of approximately 34 and an estimated 72% homeownership rate, skewing toward young families and dual-income working households.
The Census does not break Cattara out as its own place, so the figures below are Las Vegas citywide — presented honestly as the statistical backdrop. Inside Mountains Edge, our closing data shows a blend of first-time buyers stepping from renting into master-plan ownership, California relocators trading state income tax for southwest Las Vegas value, working families with children in the CCSD school system, and move-up buyers who outgrew older Las Vegas neighborhoods and want newer construction.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas city (Cattara is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
Cattara itself completed its build-out between 2004 and 2010, while its parent city and the broader southwest Las Vegas corridor continue attracting new residents. Las Vegas has grown by roughly 120,000 people since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and southwest communities like Mountains Edge benefit from spillover demand as Summerlin prices rise and Henderson draws employment growth.
Inside Cattara, growth means turnover, not expansion: the neighborhood completed its build-out by 2010, so every new southwest Las Vegas family seeking newer construction in a master plan competes for existing homes. Rising Summerlin prices push move-up buyers southwest, and Henderson employment growth pulls working families toward the I-215 corridor — both trends sustain demand for Mountains Edge's established inventory.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Las Vegas. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate Cattara separately; projection reflects recent Las Vegas growth rates. Last updated June 2026.
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
Median sold price, days on market, and monthly closings for ZIP 89178 from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Scope honesty first: ZIP 89178 covers the broader Mountains Edge master plan and surrounding southwest Las Vegas, not Cattara alone. Monthly points are indicative values anchored to the probed 100-day medians — read the level and pace, not single-month wiggles.
Median Sold Price
$462K-$488K monthly band; $482,500 median over the last 100 days
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
28-42 day monthly range; 32 median over the last 100 days — moderate pace for southwest Las Vegas
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Closed Sales / Month
Consistent volume across the Mountains Edge master plan — ZIP 89178 runs broader than Cattara alone
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
The long view: Las Vegas's median sold price rose 145% between 2014 ($179,525) and 2026 ($438,960), across 191,278 recorded closings — Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) MLS records via Repliers.
ACTIVE SOUTHWEST MARKET
Market Competitiveness
Cattara is a moderate, accessible market — ZIP 89178 averaged 32 median days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS data. Well-priced homes in the $350K-$550K band draw solid interest but allow time for proper inspections and financing. The 198-listing active ZIP inventory gives buyers meaningful selection.
Cattara is a value-first family play — newer desert-contemporary homes from $350K to $550K in a 3,500-acre master plan with 100-plus acres of parks and Exploration Peak trail access. Six buyer profiles below match lifestyles to the neighborhood, followed by the honest pros and trade-offs our team walks every client through before they commit.
Ready to explore homes in Cattara? Our team knows every floor plan, park-proximity lot, and school-zone nuance in Mountains Edge.
Start Your Home SearchNeighborhood Comparison
A like-for-like comparison of Cattara against neighboring Mountains Edge sections — indicative price, dollars per square foot, days on market, and lifestyle fit — using ZIP-area listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Per-neighborhood figures are Nevada Real Estate Group-modeled slices of the ZIP 89178 market; use them as orientation, not appraisal.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cattara | ~$450,000 | ~$248 | 32 | ~45 | Value · Family · Entry |
| Cascade at Mountain Pass | ~$480,000 | ~$254 | 33 | ~40 | Move-Up · Mountain Views |
| Chaco Canyon | ~$460,000 | ~$251 | 31 | ~38 | Family · Trails · Parks |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. The MLS reports at ZIP level (89178) — per-neighborhood medians are our modeled estimates from active-listing review. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.
Neighborhood Deep Dive
Submarket 1
Desert-contemporary single-family homes built 2004-2010 with direct Exploration Peak Park access. The $350K-$550K range makes Cattara the entry tier within Mountains Edge's master-plan amenity ecosystem — a practical choice for first-time and move-up buyers who want a newer community at a price FHA financing covers.
Browse Cattara homes →Submarket 2
Slightly higher price points within Mountains Edge reflect larger floor plans and elevated lot positions with stronger Spring Mountains views. Built during the same 2004-2010 era as Cattara, Cascade homes trend larger in square footage and command modest per-door premiums for lot position and view orientation.
Browse Cascade at Mountain Pass homes →Submarket 3
A Mountains Edge neighborhood closely comparable to Cattara in construction vintage, price, and park access. Chaco Canyon sits near the same Blue Diamond Road and I-215 access arteries, with similar HOA structure and CCSD school zoning. Nevada Real Estate Group can walk you through the specific lot and floor-plan differences between Chaco Canyon and Cattara on a single tour.
Browse Chaco Canyon homes →Submarket 4
The lifestyle engine that makes Cattara's master-plan address compelling: Exploration Peak Park's 30-acre summit trail campus, Mountains Edge Regional Park's 100-plus total acres of sports fields, walking trails, and dog park, and the community trail system connecting every neighborhood. Owning in Cattara means access to this entire park infrastructure without paying Summerlin or Henderson price premiums.
Browse Mountains Edge Park System homes →STILL DECIDING?
BY ZIP CODE
Cattara sits within ZIP 89178, which covers the broader Mountains Edge master plan and surrounding southwest Las Vegas neighborhoods. The table below presents the ZIP as a corridor, with an honest note that Cattara-specific pricing overlaps heavily with the ZIP-wide median given its similar construction vintage and comparable neighboring neighborhoods.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89178 | Mountains Edge master plan and surrounding southwest Las Vegas neighborhoods | $494,450 | ~$252 | 32 | 198 | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus Nevada Real Estate Group corridor analysis. The $494,450 ZIP median reflects the Mountains Edge master plan and surrounding neighborhoods. Cattara falls within the $350K-$550K tier of this corridor. *Year-over-year change is intentionally omitted at corridor level. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
New Construction
Cattara completed its build-out by 2010 — new construction is not available within the neighborhood itself. Active new-home communities along Durango Drive, Blue Diamond Road, and the I-215 southwest corridor offer comparable price points from national builders. Verify current communities and incentives before writing an offer.
Family & Mid-Market
Volume builder active in southwest Las Vegas communities
First-Time & Move-Up
Customizable new builds at accessible price points near Mountains Edge
Family
Consistent new-home production in the $350K-$550K tier
Move-Up & 55-Plus
Move-up and active-adult options within the southwest corridor
Entry & Mid-Market
Entry-level accessible new construction near the $350K price floor
Outdoor Recreation
Trail access, a 30-acre summit park, and a 100-plus acre community park system — Cattara's outdoor footprint is the strongest argument for Mountains Edge at the $350K-$550K price band. The City of Las Vegas maintains citywide parks and trails, while Mountains Edge's master-plan infrastructure connects Cattara directly to Exploration Peak Park and the community trail network.
IN-COMMUNITY
The signature park of Mountains Edge — 30 acres at 9700 S Buffalo Drive with a summit trail delivering panoramic Spring Mountains and valley views, an outdoor amphitheater for community events, playground, sports courts, and picnic areas.
IN-COMMUNITY
The master plan's largest park and community gathering hub: walking and biking trails, organized sports fields, a dedicated dog park, playground, and picnic pavilions — a park system that larger and pricier master plans charge HOA premiums to access.
IN-COMMUNITY
Paved multi-use trails threading throughout Mountains Edge, connecting Cattara and neighboring neighborhoods to both major parks. Most residents reach green space on foot or bike without a car.
20 MIN
The 13-mile Scenic Loop, 26 miles of hiking trails, and world-class rock climbing are roughly 20 minutes west via Blue Diamond Road — closer from Mountains Edge than from most Henderson or east-valley addresses.
30 MIN
Mount Charleston and Lee Canyon ski resort about 30 minutes north — Nevada's mountain escape and the most accessible skiing from any Las Vegas master-plan community.
15 MIN
A Bureau of Land Management conservation area 15 minutes southeast featuring Native American petroglyphs and desert hiking — an underused outdoor gem close to southwest Las Vegas.
15 MIN
A small but distinctive Henderson nature preserve with volcanic rock formations and native desert plants, accessible for a morning walk combined with a Henderson errand run.
5 MIN
A multi-use greenway along the Blue Diamond Road corridor connecting southwest Las Vegas neighborhoods — the most accessible paved cycling route from Cattara for daily exercise or errand trips.
The Cattara Lifestyle
Three everyday moods within reach of the neighborhood: a summit run up Exploration Peak, a drive west to Red Rock Canyon, and an afternoon handling errands along Blue Diamond Road — with the City of Las Vegas's parks infrastructure and Mountains Edge's trail system threading the southwest together.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses in Cattara need no gate coordination — browse listings below or call (702) 637-1759 to schedule your Mountains Edge tour. With 198 active ZIP 89178 listings and a 32-day median pace, homes in the $350K-$450K entry band move faster than average. Tour early to calibrate expectations.
Build a budget around the particular home and your circumstances. Obtain current financing terms, property records and service quotes before comparing the cost of a move. A community average cannot establish your tax bill, insurance premium, association charges or savings.
Ask a tax adviser to review income sources, residency dates and any continuing connections to another state. California-source income can remain taxable after a move; the Franchise Tax Board explains part-year and nonresident rules. A headline tax-rate comparison does not calculate your savings.
Get the exact parcel's current tax bill and assessment record from its county. Confirm the property's abatement status and any effect of new construction, a change in use or your circumstances with the assessor. Do not apply a community-wide percentage to a purchase price or assume a tax cap is automatic.
Use lender estimates, insurance quotes, association documents and utility information for the exact address. Include maintenance, moving expenses and any special assessments in the comparison. Renting and buying involve different costs and obligations; future equity or resale gains are not assured.
Check school assignments for the enrollment year and ask about choice-program applications. Investigate parcel-specific hazards and permitted uses with the responsible agencies. Review travel routes and the features that matter to you instead of relying on a broad safety score or a neighborhood recommendation based on household type.
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Plan the purchase and move around your circumstances and the property's verified requirements. Coordinate the transaction, possession and moving arrangements with the relevant parties. For license and vehicle questions, consult the Nevada DMV new-resident guide. Confirm your own deadlines and any exemptions directly with the agency.
Compare homes using your budget, accessibility needs, desired features and travel routes. Evaluate the particular property and surroundings using your own priorities; a neighborhood label does not establish its suitability.
Ask a lender for terms based on your circumstances and the property. Obtain the parcel tax record, insurance quotes, association charges and other recurring costs; a community-wide estimate cannot establish your payment or approval.
Discuss services, compensation, communication and touring arrangements with the agent. Confirm the details in the applicable agreement before relying on a promised service or access to a property.
Check school assignments with the district for the enrollment year and ask about separate program applications. Review parcel-specific flood, wildfire, utility, zoning and intended-use questions with the relevant agencies and service providers.
Discuss price, deposit, contingencies and the proposed schedule with your agent and lender. The signed contract determines the transaction deadlines; market averages do not promise when an offer will be accepted or a purchase will close.
Arrange appropriate inspections and review disclosures, title information, association documents and financing conditions. Investigate unresolved findings with the relevant specialist before the contractual decision deadlines.
Verify which utilities serve the address, what deposits or appointments are required, and when service can begin. Coordinate access and the moving date with the agreed possession terms and any building or association requirements.
Confirm completion and possession with the closing parties before arranging access. Consult the Nevada DMV's current new-resident guide for license, registration, documentation and exemption requirements that apply to you.
ECONOMY & JOBS
Cattara residents commute to the Strip, Henderson healthcare, and airport-adjacent employers — all within 20-25 minutes. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market runs historically strong, drawing workers who want master-plan amenities without Summerlin price premiums.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Las Vegas. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
If you are weighing Cattara against other southwest Las Vegas communities, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Cattara wins on newer-construction value and park access, Rhodes Ranch on guard-gated security, Summerlin on school ratings and prestige — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Cattara | Rhodes Ranch | Spring Valley | Summerlin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | $350K | ~$400K | ~$250K | ~$450K |
| Guard-Gated | No | Yes — golf community | No | Some villages |
| HOA Monthly | $60-$150 | $100-$250 | $0-$100 | $50-$800+ |
| ZIP Median List | $494K (89178) | ~$494K (89178) | ~$405K area | $728K area |
| Days on Market | 32 | ~32 | ~23 | ~21 |
| Build Era | 2004-2010 | 1998-2008 | Various eras | Various 2000-present |
| Park System | 100+ acres master plan | Golf course + parks | City parks | 200+ acres Summerlin parks |
| Airport Commute | ~20 min | ~25 min | ~20 min | ~30 min |
| Best For | Value · Parks · Master Plan | Guard-gate · Golf · Value | Affordable · Established | Schools · Prestige · Variety |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Community income and crime figures are Las Vegas city-wide — the Census and FBI do not tabulate Cattara separately. Last updated June 2026.
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.
Inputs are assumptions, not a loan offer, insurance quote or parcel tax calculation. This simplified fixed-rate example applies the selected PMI rate below 20% down; actual mortgage-insurance eligibility, cost and cancellation depend on the loan. Maintenance, utilities, closing costs and special assessments are additional. Review the CFPB housing budget guide and confirm amounts with the relevant providers.
BUYING AND RENTING
Compare actual homes that meet the same needs over your expected time in the area. A purchase price and an advertised rent alone do not establish which option costs less. Use current quotes and separate monthly cash flow, upfront cash, and the amount you might recover when moving.
Start with the down payment, lender and closing charges, and any immediate repairs. Add principal and interest, property taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance where applicable, association dues, utilities and ongoing maintenance. Identify expenses paid outside escrow so they are included in your household budget.
For a later sale, model the remaining loan balance and selling expenses. Appreciation is uncertain; compare unchanged-price and lower-price cases as well as any growth assumption. Principal repayment builds an ownership interest, but that does not guarantee a profit or make every cash payment recoverable.
Use an actual lease offer and confirm the term, deposit, renewal provisions, parking, pet charges, utilities and renter's insurance. Record which maintenance services are included and any costs or restrictions associated with an early move. An advertised starting rent may not include every required charge.
Keep the comparison consistent: use the same time period, household needs and moving assumptions. Include the cash that remains available when a down payment is not used, without assuming a guaranteed investment return. Your need for flexibility and responsibility for repairs also matter alongside the financial figures.
There is no verified community-wide holding period or five-year equity gain shown here. Ask your lender to explain financing assumptions and have a tax professional assess any claimed tax benefit for your circumstances. Keep a copy of the quotes and dates so you can update the comparison before making an offer.
PROPERTY-SPECIFIC ASSOCIATION COSTS
A community name does not establish a property's current dues or all the associations that govern it. Obtain the applicable resale package, budget and governing documents for the exact address. Confirm the effective date and payment frequency of each fee with the association or its manager.
Identify master and sub-association dues separately. Check whether utilities, exterior maintenance, insurance, amenities or club access are included, optional or billed separately. A listing's monthly figure may omit a quarterly or annual charge, and an advertised amenity does not establish membership rights.
Ask about transfer, document, capital-contribution and other transaction fees, as well as approved or proposed assessments. Confirm who pays each item under the contract. Review available reserve and budget information; historical dues are not a guarantee of future charges.
Verify the actual rules for leasing, pets, parking, property changes and amenity access. Age restrictions and gate staffing require their own current documentation. Do not assume neighboring subdivisions or similarly named communities have identical rules, services or fees.
COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION
I-215 links Cattara to the airport in 20 minutes, Henderson in 15, and the Strip via I-15 in 25 minutes. Blue Diamond Road covers daily errands in 5-10 minutes. Mean Las Vegas commutes run near 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — Henderson and airport commuters from Cattara typically match or beat that figure.
Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.
Quick Answer
Most Cattara purchases close in 30 to 45 days — Nevada uses escrow companies, not attorneys. Cash buyers can close in 10 to 14 days. FHA and conventional buyers should allow standard appraisal and underwriting timelines. Request the HOA resale package the day you go under contract so dues and reserves clear before inspection deadlines.
Quick Answer
Most Cattara buyers put down 3.5% to 20%, and the $350K-$550K price band qualifies for FHA and conventional financing without entering jumbo territory. At $450,000, a 3.5% FHA down payment is $15,750 and a 20% conventional down payment is $90,000. VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans. Nevada Real Estate Group connects every Cattara buyer with lenders who specialize in this price band.
Cattara FAQ — 18 Answers
Homes in Cattara range from approximately $350,000 for entry-level resales to $550,000 for larger floor plans on premium lots with Spring Mountains views. The surrounding ZIP 89178 carried a $508,400 median list price in September 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS, and Cattara's newer desert-contemporary construction sits competitively within that range. Floor plans run roughly 1,400 to 2,800 square feet across single-story and two-story configurations built between 2004 and 2010 by Focus Property Group.
Yes. Cattara is a single-family neighborhood within Mountains Edge, a master-planned community spanning approximately 3,500 acres in the southwestern Las Vegas Valley. Ownership in Cattara typically involves the Mountains Edge master association along with Cattara's sub-association, which together fund the community trail system, 100-plus acres of parks, and maintained common areas. Nevada Real Estate Group can walk you through exactly where Cattara sits within the master plan and what each HOA layer covers.
HOA fees in Cattara typically run $60 to $150 per month, combining the Mountains Edge master association fee with Cattara's sub-association dues. The combined assessment funds the community's 100-plus acre park system, trail network, and maintained common areas. Exact dues vary by property and are subject to annual adjustment. Request the resale package — current dues, reserves, CC&Rs, and any pending assessments — early in your Nevada escrow so figures are verified before contingency deadlines.
Mountains Edge maintains more than 100 acres of parkland. Exploration Peak Park at 9700 S Buffalo Drive is the signature: 30 acres with a summit trail delivering panoramic valley views, an amphitheater, playground, sports courts, and picnic areas. Mountains Edge Regional Park adds walking trails, sports fields, a dog park, and picnic areas. A community-wide trail system links Cattara and neighboring sections to both parks, so most residents reach green space without driving.
Plan on approximately 25 minutes from Cattara to the Strip via I-15 North. Harry Reid International Airport is closer at about 20 minutes via I-215 and I-15. Henderson is roughly 15 minutes east on I-215, and Summerlin is about 30 minutes west. Blue Diamond Road retail and the I-215 corridor handle daily errands without leaving the southwest valley — a well-connected location for a suburban neighborhood at this price point.
Clark County School District assigns Cattara addresses to Wright Elementary, Faiss Middle School, and Sierra Vista High School. Private and charter alternatives nearby include Faith Lutheran Middle and High School (A), Bishop Gorman High School (A+), Mountain View Christian School (A), Doral Academy of Nevada (8/10 GreatSchools), and Pinecrest Academy (8/10). School zoning is address-specific and changes year to year — confirm assignments with CCSD before writing an offer.
Cattara was developed between 2004 and 2010 under the Mountains Edge master-planned community framework, with Focus Property Group serving as the master developer. The neighborhood reflects the desert-contemporary construction standards and energy-efficient systems common to mid-2000s new-home production in southwest Las Vegas. At roughly 15-plus years old, homes are approaching first major system update cycles for HVAC, roofing, and water heaters — budget a thorough inspection before offering.
No. Cattara is an open-street single-family neighborhood within Mountains Edge without a guard gate or perimeter access control. Security in the neighborhood is a function of the active residential character, homeowner engagement, and the broader Mountains Edge community environment. Buyers seeking guard-gated living in the southwest valley should explore Rhodes Ranch about 10 minutes north, which offers guard-gated single-family homes from similar price points.
Mountains Edge contains multiple neighborhoods built during the same 2004-2010 era, including Cascade at Mountain Pass and Chaco Canyon. Cattara differentiates primarily by lot position, floor-plan mix, and proximity to Exploration Peak Park. The shared ZIP 89178 median of $508,400 reflects the broad competitive band across all Mountains Edge sections. Nevada Real Estate Group has closed transactions across the master plan and can walk you through the specific lot, floor-plan, and view differences that move per-door value within the $350K-$550K range.
Key drive times from Cattara: Strip via I-15 North is roughly 25 minutes, Harry Reid International Airport is about 20 minutes via I-215 and I-15, Henderson is approximately 15 minutes east on I-215, and Summerlin runs about 30 minutes west. Exploration Peak Park is within the community. Blue Diamond Road and the I-215 corridor put everyday retail, dining, and services within 10 minutes — one of the most accessible daily-errand footprints in the southwest valley.
Nevada's effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5-0.7% of assessed value per the Clark County Assessor, and the state caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3% under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471. On a $450,000 purchase, plan around $2,250 to $3,150 annually. Long-held homes in Cattara often carry abated assessments — the assessed value resets to current market value after sale, so verify the post-sale tax figure with the Assessor before finalizing your ownership-cost budget.
ZIP 89178 recorded a 32-day median days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS September 2026 data — moderately paced for southwest Las Vegas. Mountains Edge's 3,500-acre master plan, 100-plus acre park system, and Exploration Peak Park draw consistent buyer interest from families and first-time move-up buyers priced out of Summerlin. Cattara's $350K-$550K band positions it as an accessible entry into a well-amenitized community, and that buyer demand has supported steady if not explosive appreciation.
Cattara's 2004-2010 build-out is complete, and new construction is not available within the neighborhood itself. Buyers wanting new-construction product in the Mountains Edge master plan should ask Nevada Real Estate Group about any active builder phases currently selling nearby. The broader southwest Las Vegas market along Durango Drive and Blue Diamond Road has active new-home communities from Lennar, KB Home, and Richmond American at comparable price points.
Four factors matter most in Cattara. First, home age: built 2004-2010, so HVAC, roofing, and major systems may need attention — budget a thorough inspection. Second, HOA layers: $60-$150/mo combined covers master and sub-association dues, but verify exact amounts and reserve health. Third, tax reset: assessed value resets to market value after sale, so verify with the Clark County Assessor early in escrow. Fourth, school zone: confirm CCSD assignments for the specific address before offering, as boundaries can shift between years.
Yes — Cattara's price range starts near $350,000 for smaller resales in good condition, making it one of the more accessible entry points in Mountains Edge's newer construction stock. At the $350K-$400K level, expect roughly 1,400-1,800 square feet, three to four bedrooms, and a two-car garage on a standard lot. Inventory at this tier moves faster than the ZIP-wide 32-day median, so buyers in this band should be pre-approved and ready to offer quickly.
Most Cattara buyers put down 3.5% to 20%, and the $350K-$550K price band qualifies for conventional and FHA financing without entering jumbo territory. At $450,000, a 3.5% FHA down payment is $15,750 and a 20% conventional down payment is $90,000. VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans. Nevada Real Estate Group's lending partners specialize in southwest Las Vegas first-time and move-up buyers and can match you with the right program quickly.
Cattara carries two HOA layers: the Mountains Edge master association and Cattara's sub-association. Combined, they typically run $60 to $150 per month depending on the specific home. Pull the full resale package — current dues, reserve fund status, and any pending special assessments — during escrow before your inspection contingency expires. Nevada Real Estate Group handles that review for every Mountains Edge transaction.
Most Cattara purchases close in 30 to 45 days from accepted offer — Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys. Cash purchases can close in 10 to 14 days. Financed buyers at the FHA and conventional tiers should budget standard appraisal and underwriting timelines. HOA resale-package delivery adds a few days to the escrow timeline, so request it the day you go under contract.
Updated September 2026
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Eight questions Cattara buyers ask most — each answered with sourced specifics from City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, and GreatSchools ratings. Every figure links to a primary source.
Both — Cattara is a single-family neighborhood within Mountains Edge, a 3,500-acre master-planned community in the City of Las Vegas, ZIP 89178. Mailing addresses say Las Vegas, NV 89178. "Mountains Edge" is the master plan name; "Cattara" is the specific residential neighborhood within it, developed by Focus Property Group between 2004 and 2010.
ZIP 89178 — which covers Mountains Edge and surrounding southwest Las Vegas neighborhoods. Drive times from this ZIP run about 5 minutes to Exploration Peak Park, 20 minutes to Harry Reid Airport, 25 minutes to the Strip, and 15 minutes east to Henderson via I-215. Blue Diamond Road retail is within 5-10 minutes for daily errands.
The fundamentals are reasonable: a master-plan address with consistent family-buyer demand, 100-plus acres of parkland that newer communities charge more HOA to replicate, a 20-minute airport commute, and growing Henderson employment 15 minutes east. Returns depend on floor plan, lot position, and purchase price — ask Nevada Real Estate Group for recent Mountains Edge closed comps before writing an offer.
Cattara was built between 2004 and 2010, making homes approximately 15 to 22 years old as of 2026. That vintage means HVAC systems, roofing, and water heaters may be approaching first major service cycles. Budget a thorough inspection, and consider requesting seller disclosures on any recent system updates — upgraded HVAC and new roofing add real value at this age.
Mountains Edge does not operate a central community pool as a master-plan shared amenity. Individual Cattara homes sometimes include private pools — ask your agent to filter MLS results for pool-equipped properties. Exploration Peak Park and Mountains Edge Regional Park provide the community's outdoor recreational infrastructure. Some HOA sub-associations within Mountains Edge have smaller recreational facilities; verify with the specific resale package.
Within the master plan, yes — the Mountains Edge trail system connects Cattara to Exploration Peak Park, Mountains Edge Regional Park, and neighboring sections without driving. For daily errands, Blue Diamond Road retail is a short drive. The community is fundamentally car-dependent for grocery shopping and most services, as with all Las Vegas suburban master plans.
Approximately 20 minutes west via Blue Diamond Road — one of the more direct approaches from any southwest Las Vegas neighborhood. The 13-mile Scenic Loop, 26 miles of hiking trails, and world-class rock climbing are all accessible for morning exercise before returning to Mountains Edge for the day.
The zoned CCSD campuses — Wright Elementary, Faiss Middle (6/10), and Sierra Vista High (6/10) — are moderate performers. The more compelling school options nearby are Doral Academy of Nevada (8/10 charter, roughly 10 minutes) and Bishop Gorman High School (A+ private, roughly 20 minutes). Families prioritizing top-rated public schools should evaluate the charter alternatives before committing to a Cattara address.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Compare Cattara with neighboring Mountains Edge sections and nearby Las Vegas communities. Each card pairs the drive time with price positioning so you can judge whether trading Cattara's park-system access for Rhodes Ranch guard-gated security or Henderson price premiums actually buys you more lifestyle for the money.
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A-Z INDEX
Mountains Edge contains multiple neighborhoods built during the same 2004-2010 era. Dedicated community pages cover the major sections; entries below are indexed for orientation, and our team can pull current listings, HOA dues, and school zoning for any Mountains Edge address on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Cattara buyers do next — understanding the Las Vegas housing market at the macro level, comparing southwest Las Vegas communities, and tracking the broader market context that shapes Mountains Edge pricing — each written by our team from the same MLS data and primary sources used throughout this page.
MARKET UPDATE
Valley-wide pricing, inventory, and rate context — the macro backdrop behind Cattara's ZIP 89178 numbers.
Read →BUYER GUIDE
Henderson comparison guide — 15 minutes east on I-215, overlapping buyer pool and different community types.
Read →MARKET HUB
Master-plan overview, every Mountains Edge neighborhood, park guides, and side-by-side comparisons in one place.
Read →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE
The valley ranked by buyer type — families, first-timers, luxury, retirees — before you tour.
Read →Sources & Methodology
Every statistic here comes from a primary or government dataset, refreshed monthly. The MLS reports at ZIP level — ZIP 89178 covers Mountains Edge and surrounding southwest Las Vegas — so area figures are labeled accordingly. Cattara-specific data reflects community records. Follow any link to verify.
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).
Updated: September 2026 · Next update: September 15