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ZIPs 89135 and 89138 carried 322 active listings in June 2026 according to NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data, spanning The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, The Paseos, The Vistas, Discovery, and Tournament Hills. The newest listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active Summerlin South Area home is searchable in our live MLS portal.
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MEDIAN LIST PRICE (ZIP 89135)
$850K
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 29, 2026
HOMES IN THE AREA
12,000+
Community records
ESTABLISHED
1998
Howard Hughes Corporation
DAYS ON MARKET (ZIPS 89135, 89138)
42
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 29, 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Summerlin South Area is a ~4,000-acre master-planned southern section of Summerlin, established in 1998 with 12,000-plus homes spanning six neighborhoods from $500K to $3M-plus. ZIP 89135 shows a $850,000 median list and 17-day pace per NREG’s MLS analysis; City of Las Vegas covers municipal services. Takeaways below unpack this multi-neighborhood address.
Last updated October 2026 · Sources: NREG’s MLS analysis, U.S. Census, City of Las Vegas
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Summerlin South Area pricing spans $500,000 in The Paseos and Vistas to $3 million-plus in The Ridges and Tournament Hills, with the surrounding ZIP 89135 showing a $850,000 median list price per NREG’s MLS analysis October 2026 MLS data. The bands below show the modeled split of the ZIP area's 322 active listings across all six neighborhoods.
ZIP 89135's 322 active listings break down into six Summerlin South Area neighborhoods, multiple property types, and the price filters below — each link opens our live Las Vegas MLS search, with counts updated daily from NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data across ZIPs 89135 and 89138.
Summerlin South Area's six neighborhoods differ by guard-gate status, golf access, lot size, and price point. Each card links to the most relevant hub or live search so you can see current inventory and lifestyle fit.
685 active listings across ZIPs 89135, 89138 as of October 29, 2026 · MLS data
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CRIME DATA
Ask the law-enforcement agency that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same reporting period, boundary and offense definitions. Missing records do not mean zero crime, the FBI cautions against ranking communities on crime totals alone, and a citywide figure does not describe a particular street.
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Summerlin South Area delivers the widest range of Summerlin luxury: approximately 4,000 acres established in 1998, guard-gated enclaves and open master-planned neighborhoods, golf at Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club, and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes away. City of Las Vegas handles municipal services, and Nevada's zero income tax keeps relocation costs competitive.
Summerlin South Area is known as the luxury and golf hub of the Summerlin master plan — six neighborhoods spanning the 1998 Howard Hughes Corporation development, from The Ridges' ultra-luxury guard-gated estates to The Paseos' and Vistas' family-oriented streets, all with Red Rock Canyon views and two private golf courses.
It fits luxury families seeking guard-gated options and strong elementary school zoning, California relocators trading state income tax for golf-course living, move-up buyers stepping into Summerlin South from non-gated communities, executives wanting Red Rock Canyon views and a Strip commute under 25 minutes, and investors targeting established luxury neighborhoods.
Mornings run Fox Hill Park trails or the Red Rock Canyon Scenic Loop, afternoons play Bear's Best or Red Rock Country Club or browse Downtown Summerlin's 125+ shops and restaurants, and evenings return to a resort-style backyard with Spring Mountains and Red Rock views across any of the six southern neighborhoods.
Summerlin South Area anchors the luxury and golf tier of the Summerlin master plan along the western rim of Las Vegas near the Red Rock Canyon interface. Approximately 4,000 acres. Roughly 15–20 miles from the Strip.
Median, active-listing and days-on-market tiles: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 29, 2026.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the tiles below compare housing and population figures for Summerlin South Area and its surrounding area with the wider county. Each tile's label names the area it covers.
These are housing and population counts only. We don't describe who lives in a neighborhood or suggest which buyers it suits. Compare homes by their features, location, HOA terms and total cost, and use the Census source for the full tables.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates (Summerlin South CDP) and Vintage 2025 population estimates (Clark County) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
Summerlin South Area's established neighborhoods are largely built out, while newer Discovery-area streets continue seeing turnover and occasional new phases. The Summerlin South CDP grew from 24,085 residents in the 2010 Census to 30,744 in 2020, and the Summerlin master plan continues adding residents, keeping demand pressure on the southern section's golf-course and guard-gated inventory.
Inside Summerlin South Area, growth means both turnover and some continued development in newer Discovery-area phases. Guard-gated Ridges and Red Rock Country Club homes are largely built out, so every new buyer seeking that tier competes for limited resale supply. The scarcity equation for golf-course and guard-gated homes — rising metro demand against constrained inventory — is the investment logic that makes the southern section hold value through market cycles.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau and City of Las Vegas. Summerlin South CDP: 2010 and 2020 are decennial Census counts; the last bar is the ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimate. Last updated September 2026.
The long view: the median sold price in ZIPs 89135, 89138 rose 138% between 2015 ($340,000) and 2026 ($810,000), across 11,026 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.
FAST LUXURY MARKET
Market Competitiveness
Summerlin South Area is a fast, supply-diverse luxury market — sold homes across ZIP 89135 averaged 17 median days over the past hundred days per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Guard-gated Ridges and Red Rock Country Club homes draw motivated buyers; Paseos and Vistas properties also move quickly. A 17-day median pace makes the southern section one of the valley's most active luxury corridors.
Compare individual homes by the features, services, and total ownership costs that matter to you. The points below can help structure your property research before you make an offer.
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Start Your Home SearchNeighborhood Comparison
A like-for-like comparison of Summerlin South Area's primary neighborhoods — indicative price, dollars per square foot, days on market, and lifestyle fit — using ZIP-area listing data via NREG’s MLS analysis. Per-neighborhood figures are Nevada Real Estate Group-modeled slices of the ZIP 89135 and 89138 market; use them as orientation, not appraisal.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridges | ~$3,500,000 | ~$550 | 28 | ~25 | Ultra-Luxury · Guard-Gated |
| Red Rock Country Club | ~$1,800,000 | ~$420 | 22 | ~30 | Guard-Gated · Golf |
| Tournament Hills | ~$1,400,000 | ~$370 | 20 | ~20 | Guard-Gated · Golf · Views |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data plus Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. The MLS reports at ZIP level (89135, 89138) — per-neighborhood medians are our modeled estimates from active-listing review. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.
Neighborhood Deep Dive
Submarket 1
The pinnacle of Summerlin South Area — guard-gated ultra-luxury community featuring Jack Nicklaus's Bear's Best golf course, custom estates from $2M to $20M-plus, Red Rock Canyon views, and the tightest supply-constrained market in the ZIP.
Browse The Ridges homes →Submarket 2
Guard-gated golf community built around the Arnold Palmer-designed Red Rock Country Club course — Mediterranean and desert-contemporary estates from $1.2M with private club access, mountain views, and refined resort-style living.
Browse Red Rock Country Club homes →Submarket 3
Guard-gated community surrounding the TPC Las Vegas golf course — well-appointed estates from $1M with golf-course views, mature landscaping, and quiet residential streets that compete with Red Rock CC at a relative entry point.
Browse Tournament Hills homes →Submarket 4
The lifestyle engine behind Summerlin South Area — Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club golf on-site, Downtown Summerlin's 125+ shops and restaurants five minutes away, Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west, and The Paseos and Discovery neighborhoods rounding out the area's most diverse amenity footprint in the Summerlin master plan.
Browse Downtown Summerlin & Red Rock Canyon Amenity Corridor homes →STILL DECIDING?
BY ZIP CODE
Summerlin South Area spans two ZIPs — 89135 covering The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, and The Paseos, and 89138 covering Discovery and Vistas neighborhoods further west. The table below presents both ZIPs as area corridors, with a note that guard-gated enclave pricing sits above each ZIP-wide median per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89135 | Summerlin South Area — The Ridges, Red Rock CC, The Paseos, Tournament Hills | $1,050,000 | ~$386 | 17 | 212 | n/a* |
| 89138 | Summerlin South Area — Discovery, The Vistas, newer western neighborhoods | $720,000 | ~$320 | 19 | 110 | n/a* |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS plus Nevada Real Estate Group corridor analysis. ZIP medians blend guard-gated premium ($1M–$3M+) with open-village inventory ($500K–$800K) across the area. *Year-over-year change is intentionally omitted at corridor level. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
New Construction
Summerlin South Area is largely resale — The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, and Tournament Hills completed in the 2000s, with occasional new phases in Discovery-area streets. Active Summerlin villages elsewhere in the master plan offer new guard-gated and non-gated luxury from Howard Hughes Corporation and national builders. Confirm availability and incentives before writing an offer.
Luxury Move-Up
Luxury production closest to Summerlin South's tier
Family & Mid-Market
Volume builder with Summerlin West presence
Mid-Market
Value-tier new construction near Summerlin
Move-Up & Luxury
Design-forward move-up builder in The Canyons area
Family
Accessible new builds within 20 minutes
Outdoor Recreation
Golf, trail access, a national conservation area, and 20-acre community parks — Summerlin South Area has the richest outdoor amenity density of any Summerlin section. The City of Las Vegas maintains parks across the area, the Summerlin Trail System connects all six neighborhoods westward toward Red Rock Canyon, and Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club golf are on-site.
IN-AREA
The signature park of Summerlin South Area on Trails Drive — approximately 20 acres with basketball courts, playground structures, walking trails, open fields, and picnic areas serving Paseos and Discovery residents.
IN-AREA
Dedicated linear park threading through The Paseos neighborhood — paved multi-use paths connecting residents to the broader Summerlin Trail System and westward toward Red Rock Canyon.
10 MIN
America's most dramatic red-sandstone landscape — the 13-mile Scenic Loop, 26 miles of hiking trails, world-class rock climbing, and a visitor center ten minutes west via Charleston Blvd.
IN-AREA
Jack Nicklaus's recreation of his favorite holes from Nicklaus-designed courses worldwide — an in-area public championship venue that makes Summerlin South Area unique among Summerlin sections for golf access.
IN-AREA
Arnold Palmer-designed private course within the Red Rock Country Club guard-gated community — in-area private golf for residents of the guard-gated enclave.
5 MIN
125+ shops, restaurants, and a seasonal events lawn that hosts concerts, outdoor fitness classes, and farmers markets — Summerlin South Area's social living room five minutes from any neighborhood.
25 MIN
Mount Charleston and Lee Canyon ski resort about 25 minutes north — Nevada's mountain escape and the coolest natural air conditioning in Clark County during summer months.
10 MIN
The Las Vegas Aviators' Downtown Summerlin stadium — a Triple-A venue with craft food, open-air seating, and summer games perfect for family nights out.
Summerlin South Lifestyle
Three everyday moods within minutes of the gate: a trail run into Red Rock Canyon, a round at TPC Summerlin, and dinner at Downtown Summerlin — with the City of Las Vegas's parks system and Summerlin's trail network threading the whole western rim together.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses vary by neighborhood — The Ridges and Red Rock Country Club require advance gate coordination, while The Paseos, Vistas, and Discovery allow walk-up access. With 322 active listings and a 17-day median market pace, desirable homes move fast. Set up instant alerts, browse ZIPs 89135 and 89138, or call (702) 637-1759 to schedule your weekend tour.
Budget around the specific home, not a community average. Before you compare the cost of a move to Summerlin South, get these in writing:
The full step-by-step relocation checklist, from timeline to first-week setup, is in one place.
Open the relocation guideECONOMY & JOBS
Summerlin South Area residents work across the Strip and convention economy, regional healthcare and legal sectors, and technology firms whose executives prize guard-gated privacy and upscale schools. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market is historically strong, with Summerlin South Area household incomes averaging $125,000-plus — well above the Clark County median.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Las Vegas. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
If you are weighing Summerlin South Area against other Summerlin addresses, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Summerlin South Area wins on golf access and neighborhood variety, Summerlin North Area on middle-school zone rating, The Ridges on ultra-luxury prestige — sources are NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Summerlin South Area | Summerlin North Area | The Ridges | Summerlin (non-gated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | $500K | $400K | $2M+ | $400K |
| Guard-Gated | Some enclaves (Ridges/RRCC/TH) | Some enclaves | Yes — 24/7 staffed | No |
| HOA Monthly | $100–$1,200 | $75–$350 | $500–$1,200 | $50–$250 |
| ZIP Median List | $1.05M (89135) | $728K (89134) | $3M+ est. | $728K area |
| Days on Market | 17 | 18 | 28+ | 21 |
| Homes in Area | 12,000+ (6 neighborhoods) | 12,000+ (6 villages) | Multiple phases | N/A (open) |
| Golf | Bear's Best + RRCC (in-area) | TPC Las Vegas (in-area) | Bear's Best (in-community) | TPC Las Vegas nearby |
| Best For | Golf · Six-neighborhood ladder | Value · 10/10 MS zone | Trophy estates · Golf prestige | Value · New builds · Variety |
Sources: NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Demographic figures on this page are for the Summerlin South census-designated place (ACS 2020–2024). Last updated September 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
Summerlin Parkway is the primary artery, connecting Summerlin South to I-215 and the Strip in about 20 minutes — and Downtown Summerlin five minutes west handles most daily errands without a freeway. Mean Las Vegas commutes run near 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data, and Summerlin South residents heading to Summerlin-area employers typically run under 15 minutes.
Drive times are typical off-peak estimates for the route named; check live traffic before you rely on one.
Quick Answer
Most Summerlin South Area purchases close in 30 to 45 days — Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys. Cash buyers can close in 10 to 14 days. Open-village buyers in The Paseos and Vistas typically move fastest; jumbo buyers in guard-gated enclaves should plan extra time for appraisal. Request the HOA resale package the day you go under contract.
Quick Answer
It depends on the neighborhood. Open-village homes in The Paseos, Vistas, and Discovery from $500K may qualify for conventional financing with as little as 3–5% down for first-time buyers, though 10–20% is typical. Guard-gated enclaves from $1M-plus typically require jumbo financing above the $832,750 conforming limit — plan 20–25% down, six to twelve months of reserves, and full income documentation. VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans regardless of purchase price when using full entitlement.
Summerlin South FAQ — 18 Answers
Homes in Summerlin South Area range from approximately $500,000 for newer builds in The Paseos, The Vistas, and Discovery to over $3 million for ultra-luxury estates in The Ridges and Tournament Hills. The surrounding ZIP 89135 carried a $850,000 median list price in October 2026 per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — reflecting the wide price ladder across 12,000-plus homes spanning six distinct neighborhoods. Sizes run 2,000 to 6,000-plus square feet across contemporary desert, Mediterranean, and custom architectural styles.
Not uniformly — Summerlin South Area contains guard-gated enclaves like The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, and Tournament Hills alongside non-gated master-planned neighborhoods like The Paseos, The Vistas, and Discovery. The guard-gated portions offer 24-hour staffed entry and security patrols with HOA dues as high as $1,200 per month; non-gated neighborhoods run from $100 per month. Buyers can choose their security level and price point across 12,000-plus homes without leaving the Summerlin master plan. Nevada Real Estate Group can show options across every neighborhood in one outing.
Summerlin South Area spans six primary neighborhoods: The Ridges (guard-gated, ultra-luxury from $2M), Red Rock Country Club (guard-gated, golf course from $1.2M), The Paseos (master-planned, upscale from $600K), The Vistas (master-planned, family from $500K), Discovery (master-planned, newer from $550K), and Tournament Hills (guard-gated, golf from $1M). Howard Hughes Corporation began developing the southern section in 1998, creating the most diverse luxury portfolio within the Summerlin master plan.
Summerlin South Area spans ZIP codes 89135 and 89138 in Las Vegas, covering the master plan's newer southern neighborhoods including The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, and The Paseos. Home prices run $500K to $3M-plus across both ZIPs. The southern position delivers direct access to Red Rock Canyon in about 10 minutes, Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club golf, and Downtown Summerlin five minutes away.
Summerlin South Area is zoned for Clark County School District campuses: John W. Bonner Elementary (9/10 GreatSchools), Sig Rogich Middle School (7/10 for the southern zone — confirm your specific address with CCSD), and Palo Verde High School (8/10). Private standouts include The Meadows School (A+), Bishop Gorman High School (A+), and Alexander Dawson (A+). Doral Academy Red Rock and Pinecrest Academy are strong charter options. Confirm current CCSD zoning before closing — assignments can shift between school years.
HOA fees in Summerlin South Area run $100 to $1,200 per month depending on the neighborhood. Non-gated communities like The Paseos, Vistas, and Discovery carry the Summerlin master association fee plus neighborhood dues at the lower end. Guard-gated enclaves like The Ridges and Red Rock Country Club add sub-association fees for staffed gate operations, patrols, and private club infrastructure — pushing combined dues toward $1,200 monthly at the ultra-luxury tier. Request the resale package during escrow to confirm current dues and reserve fund status.
Summerlin South Area is the newer, more diverse section: developed from 1998, featuring luxury enclaves from $500K to $3M-plus, golf at Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club, and more contemporary floor plans. Summerlin North Area is older (est. 1990), more established, with lower entry pricing from $400K and a 10/10-rated middle school zone. Both share the Summerlin trail system, Downtown Summerlin, and Howard Hughes master-plan governance. Choose South for luxury golf and newer product, North for value and mature character.
Homes across Summerlin South Area run from roughly 2,000 to 6,000-plus square feet depending on neighborhood. The Paseos and Discovery offer two-to-four bedroom plans from the 2000s; The Ridges and Tournament Hills include 4,500-to-8,000-square-foot custom estates on elevated lots with Red Rock Canyon and Spring Mountains views. Neighborhood, lot elevation, and view orientation each drive resale value — weigh all three when comparing listings across the six neighborhoods.
Summerlin South Area is home to some of Las Vegas's most prestigious golf: Bear's Best Las Vegas (Jack Nicklaus design, public), Red Rock Country Club (Arnold Palmer design, private — guard-gated community), and TPC Las Vegas (PGA Tour venue, Shriners Children's Open, in the nearby Summerlin North Area). For golfers, the southern section delivers two distinct course experiences — one with guard-gated community access, one world-class public venue — without leaving Summerlin.
Open-street neighborhoods like The Paseos, The Vistas, and Discovery are accessible for drive-bys without advance coordination. Guard-gated enclaves — The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, and Tournament Hills — require advance gate coordination through a licensed agent. Nevada Real Estate Group handles all access arrangements for Summerlin South Area showings, gated and non-gated, so you can compare every neighborhood in one outing. Call (702) 637-1759 to schedule.
Summerlin South Area began developing in 1998 and its established neighborhoods are largely resale, but some active phases and occasional new-build opportunities remain in newer Discovery-area streets. Buyers wanting the latest floor plans should also explore Summerlin West. Availability shifts by season and builder phase — contact Nevada Real Estate Group at (702) 637-1759 to weigh South Area resales against current new releases and any available custom lots.
Guard-gated enclaves like The Ridges and Red Rock Country Club have historically outperformed the broader Las Vegas market on value retention and appreciation. Non-gated Paseos and Vistas neighborhoods deliver steady established-community gains. The area's wide price ladder from $500K to $3M-plus means buyers at every luxury tier compete for homes with Red Rock Canyon views and mature landscaping. Ask Nevada Real Estate Group for recent neighborhood-by-neighborhood closed comps before writing an offer.
Nevada's effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of market value per the Clark County Assessor, and the state caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3% under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 once the owner claims it (homes that are not owner-occupied get a cap of up to 8%). On a $700,000 purchase, plan around $4,200 to $4,900 annually; on $1.5M, about $9,000 to $10,500. A sale alone does not reset Nevada’s property-tax cap. Verify the parcel’s annual assessment, prior-year tax bill and the new owner’s abatement eligibility with the county assessor.
Four factors move real money in Summerlin South Area. First, neighborhood selection: guard-gated Ridges and Red Rock CC command premiums with $500-plus HOA; non-gated Paseos and Vistas offer comparable Summerlin lifestyle at lower combined carrying costs. Second, home age: 1998-era construction means roofing, HVAC, and pool equipment in some neighborhoods are at first major service cycles. Third, HOA layers: dues run $100–$1,200 monthly. Fourth, school zones: Sig Rogich rates 7/10 in this zone — different from the north section's 10/10 rating.
The Ridges is Summerlin South's ultra-luxury crown: a guard-gated enclave with custom and semi-custom estates from approximately $2 million, Bear's Best Las Vegas golf on site, and elevated lots commanding sweeping Spring Mountains and Red Rock Canyon views. HOA dues run $400–$800 per month covering gate staffing and landscape maintenance. Homes range 3,500–8,000-plus square feet, and resale inventory stays limited — typically fewer than 20 active listings at any time per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
Summerlin South Area entry homes in The Paseos and Vistas from $500K–$700K allow conventional financing with 10-20% down. At $600K, 10% down is $60,000. Guard-gated Ridges and Red Rock CC homes above $1M move into jumbo territory requiring 20-25% down, strong debt-to-income ratios, and reserves. VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans even above the conforming limit. On $2M-plus Ridges estates, plan for cash or jumbo underwriting with six-to-twelve months of reserves documented at application.
Summerlin South Area HOA fees run $100 to $1,200 per month depending on neighborhood. Non-gated communities like The Paseos, Vistas, and Discovery carry the Summerlin master fee plus a neighborhood sub-association; guard-gated enclaves like The Ridges and Red Rock Country Club add full gate-staffing and private-club infrastructure costs at the higher end. Pull the full resale package — current dues, reserve fund status, and any pending special assessments — during escrow before your inspection contingency expires.
Most Summerlin South Area 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 jumbo tier should budget extra time for appraisal scheduling; luxury guard-gated homes in The Ridges and Red Rock CC price tiers can require extended appraisal turnaround. HOA resale-package delivery adds a few days to the escrow timeline, so start the request the day you go under contract.
Updated October 2026
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PEOPLE ALSO ASK
Eight queries Summerlin South buyers ask most — answered with verifiable specifics sourced from City of Las Vegas, Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, and GreatSchools ratings. Every figure links to a primary source you can check.
Both — Summerlin South Area encompasses six neighborhoods within the southern half of the Summerlin master plan, in unincorporated Clark County (the Census tabulates this part of Summerlin as the Summerlin South CDP). Mailing addresses say Las Vegas, NV 89135 or 89138. "Summerlin" is the master plan name; "Summerlin South Area" describes the newer southern section established from 1998 onward.
Summerlin South Area spans ZIP codes 89135 and 89138. ZIP 89135 covers The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, Tournament Hills, and The Paseos; ZIP 89138 covers Discovery and The Vistas. Drive times run 5 minutes to Downtown Summerlin, 10 minutes to Red Rock Canyon, and 20 minutes to the Strip via Summerlin Parkway from any neighborhood.
No — The Ridges is one guard-gated ultra-luxury community within Summerlin South Area, priced from $2 million to $20 million-plus and featuring Jack Nicklaus's Bear's Best golf course. Summerlin South Area is the broader six-neighborhood section that also includes Red Rock Country Club, Tournament Hills, The Paseos, Vistas, and Discovery at a wide range of price points starting from $500K.
Summerlin South Area was established in 1998, making most homes 26-28 years old as of 2026, though Discovery's newer phases include more recent construction. That 1998-era vintage means roofs, HVAC, and pool equipment in older neighborhoods may be approaching first major service cycles — budget a thorough inspection. Some newer Discovery phases are in better systems condition.
Most estates in the guard-gated enclaves and many open-village homes feature resort-style private pools with spas — a standard luxury amenity at these price points. Fox Hill Park serves the area's families with outdoor recreation. Red Rock Country Club members have access to club pool facilities. Community pools vary by neighborhood sub-association — verify amenities in the resale package.
Walkability varies by neighborhood — open-village communities like The Paseos and Discovery connect to the Summerlin Trail System and The Paseos Linear Park, making walking and trail running practical on-site. Downtown Summerlin five minutes away extends walkability for dining and retail. Guard-gated enclave streets are quiet and interior but require driving for daily errands, as with all Las Vegas suburbs.
Approximately 10 minutes west via West Charleston Boulevard — the closest Summerlin section to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. The 13-mile Scenic Loop, 26 miles of hiking trails, and world-class rock climbing are all accessible for morning exercise from any of the six neighborhoods, making it a key lifestyle differentiator for the area.
The fundamentals are favorable: 12,000-plus homes spanning six diverse neighborhoods, Bear's Best and Red Rock Country Club golf on-site, a 9/10-rated elementary school zone, and continued Howard Hughes Corporation investment in the Summerlin master plan. Returns depend on neighborhood selection, guard-gate tier, and purchase price — ask Nevada Real Estate Group for recent closed comps across all six neighborhoods before writing an offer.
WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP
9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in volume since 2011 — including The Ridges, Red Rock Country Club, Tournament Hills, The Paseos, Discovery, and The Vistas across Summerlin South Area. Direct builder relationships, the largest agent team in Nevada, and 9,097+ verified five-star reviews back the #1 ranking statewide.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Compare Summerlin South Area with neighboring Summerlin sections and nearby Las Vegas communities. Each card pairs the drive time with price positioning, so you can judge whether trading Summerlin South Area's golf and neighborhood variety for the north section's 10/10 MS zone or The Ridges' ultra-luxury prestige actually buys you more lifestyle for the money.
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A–Z INDEX
Summerlin South Area contains six primary neighborhoods — guard-gated and open-village — plus golf courses, parks, and lifestyle anchors. Dedicated community pages are rolling out; entries below are indexed for orientation, and our team can pull current listings, HOA dues, and school zoning for any Summerlin South Area address on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Summerlin South Area buyers do next — comparing the north and south sections, weighing luxury communities across the valley, and tracking Las Vegas-wide pricing — each written from the same MLS data and primary sources used across ZIPs 89135 and 89138.
GUIDE
The definitive valley luxury comparison — guard-gated, schools, pricing, and lifestyle across the two premier addresses.
Read →MARKET UPDATE
Valley-wide pricing, inventory, and rate context — the macro backdrop behind Summerlin South Area's ZIP 89135 and 89138 numbers.
Read →MARKET HUB
Master-plan overview, every Summerlin village, guard-gated community 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 on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, refreshed monthly. One honesty note: the MLS reports at ZIP level — ZIPs 89135 and 89138 span multiple neighborhoods — so area statistics are labeled as such, and per-neighborhood figures are modeled estimates. Follow any link to verify a figure.
Methodology: Listing counts, prices and days on market are NREG's analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data received through the Repliers feed; this page refreshes them about once a day, and each market figure carries its date or window. Census and BLS figures are the published vintage named beside them and change only when the agency releases new estimates. Confirm details for a specific home with its listing and the responsible agency.
Updated: October 2026 · Next update: November 15