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- Authentic Palmer & Krisel butterfly-roof design
- 1,400+ homes — the largest MCM collection in Nevada
- Active restoration community with shared knowledge
- Irreplaceable vintage character in a modern city

Nevada's #1 team for Paradise Palms real estate. Search Las Vegas's most celebrated mid-century modern neighborhood — Palmer & Krisel butterfly-roof homes, restoration gems, and character properties along the Las Vegas National Golf Club.
AREA MEDIAN LIST (ZIP 89109)
$500K
LVR / GLVAR, September 2026
RESTORED MCM RANGE
$350K–$900K+
NREG market analysis
HOMES IN NEIGHBORHOOD
1,400+
Community record
DAYS ON MARKET (AREA)
62
LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 14, 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Paradise Palms is Las Vegas's first master-planned community — 1,400+ Palmer & Krisel homes across 200 acres in ZIP 89109, priced $350K–$900K+ by restoration level per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, with city demographics per the U.S. Census Bureau. The takeaways below unpack the restoration premium and architectural significance.
Last updated September 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Las Vegas
ZIP code 89109 — the heart of Paradise Palms — carried active listings in the $250K–$900K+ range in September 2026 according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, blending originals, cosmetically updated homes, and fully restored Krisel examples. The eight newest area listings appear below, refreshed daily from the live Las Vegas MLS.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Across ZIP code 89109, the active market spans a wide band — from entry-level originals to fully restored Krisel showcase homes — per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. The bands below show where competition concentrates and where negotiating room typically exists.
Active listings in Paradise Palms span originals in cosmetic condition to fully restored Krisel showcase homes — each link below opens the live Las Vegas MLS search filtered by the relevant band, with counts updated daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
The neighborhood's character varies by street and block. The cards below map the main micro-zones, each linked to the best matching hub or live search.
Updated daily · 464 active listings · MLS data
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Custom alerts by condition tier, price, beds, and proximity to the golf course — no spam, unsubscribe anytime. Restored Krisel homes in Paradise Palms can sell in days when priced right; alert subscribers see new listings within hours of MLS entry.
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CRIME DATA
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The FBI publishes crime and law-enforcement statistics through its Crime Data Explorer. Its guidance cautions against using crime totals alone to rank communities: reporting practices and local conditions affect comparisons.
A citywide statistic does not establish conditions at a particular home. Ask the local agency about current reports for the area and gaps in the available data. Missing records do not mean zero crime, and a gated entrance does not establish a safety rating.
FBI crime data resources · FBI guidance on comparing communities
Living in Paradise Palms means butterfly-roof silhouettes, mature desert landscaping, walkable streets, and the Las Vegas National Golf Club at the neighborhood's edge. The community sits within the City of Las Vegas — services per the City of Las Vegas — with the Strip 15 minutes west and Downtown Las Vegas 15 minutes north.
Paradise Palms is known as Las Vegas's most significant mid-century modern neighborhood: 1,400+ homes designed primarily by Palmer & Krisel from 1962, featuring butterfly rooflines, post-and-beam construction, clerestory windows, and open-plan layouts wrapped around the Las Vegas National Golf Club.
Architecture enthusiasts and design-minded buyers, creative professionals and remote workers who want character over uniformity, California relocators trading MCM premiums for Nevada tax savings, and investors who understand restoration ROI in a finite-supply neighborhood.
Morning walks on tree-lined streets past intact butterfly rooflines, golf at the Las Vegas National Golf Club within walking distance, errands at nearby UNLV-corridor retail, and evenings 15 minutes from the Strip's dining, shows, and employment core.
Paradise Palms sits in central Las Vegas (ZIP 89109), bounded roughly by Swenson Street to the west, Paradise Road to the east, Sahara Avenue to the north, and Desert Inn Road to the south — wrapping around the Las Vegas National Golf Club. About 200 acres. Roughly 2 miles from the Strip.
Quick Answer
Yes — if architectural character, central location, and low carrying costs top your list. Paradise Palms pairs 1,400+ Palmer & Krisel mid-century modern homes with a 15-minute commute to both the Strip and Downtown Las Vegas, golf-course adjacency, and $0–$60/mo HOA dues on most properties. The honest trade-offs: public school ratings run 5–6/10, and 1960s construction requires careful inspection of plumbing, electrical, and roofing systems before any purchase.
Source: City of Las Vegas
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas holds 656,274 residents with a median household income of $66,820 and a median age of 38. Community records put Paradise Palms at approximately 4,200+ residents across 1,400+ households, median age 35, and average household income near $55,000.
The Census does not break Paradise Palms out as its own place, so Las Vegas citywide figures serve as the statistical backdrop. Within the neighborhood, the buyer mix skews toward creative professionals, hospitality and medical workers employed near the Strip, UNLV students and faculty, and a growing wave of architecture enthusiasts relocating from California who chose the neighborhood specifically for the Palmer & Krisel design legacy.
Source: Community records & U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas city (Paradise Palms is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
Paradise Palms itself is built out — 1,400+ homes on 200 acres since 1962, with growth coming from renovation investment and rising values rather than new rooftops. Its parent city keeps compounding: Las Vegas has added roughly 72,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and renewed interest in architectural character and central location is driving the neighborhood's renovation wave.
Inside Paradise Palms, the inventory is permanently capped: 200 acres, 1,400+ homes built by 1962, with no land left to develop. The scarcity argument for ownership here rests on finite supply meeting rising architectural demand — the same dynamic that drove MCM values in Palm Springs, the Eichler tracts of San Jose, and the Krisel-designed neighborhoods of Palm Desert. Las Vegas is earlier in that cycle, which is either the risk or the opportunity depending on your hold horizon.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Las Vegas. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the neighborhood separately; projection reflects recent Las Vegas growth rates. Last updated June 2026.
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
The charts below show Las Vegas citywide sold medians, market time, and monthly closings from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — the liquid benchmark Paradise Palms trades against. Area ZIP 89109 figures: approximately $500,000 median, 45 median days on market. Restored MCM examples trade significantly above the ZIP median; originals trade below.
Median Sold Price
$500,000 ZIP 89109 area median — restored MCM examples trade above, originals below
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
45 median days across the ZIP area; restoration-premium homes take longer to find the right buyer
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Closed Sales
Active inventory reflects a central Las Vegas ZIP blending MCM, rental stock, and Strip-corridor units
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
The long view: Paradise Palms's median sold price rose 63% between 2015 ($174,950) and 2021 ($284,810), across 5,254 recorded closings — Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) MLS records via Repliers.
LIMITED INVENTORY
Market Competitiveness
Paradise Palms is a patient buyer's market: restoration-premium homes attract a specific buyer pool rather than bidding wars, and originals can sit 60–90 days. The ZIP 89109 area median runs about 45 days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS — longer than hot master-planned communities, creating negotiating room for prepared buyers.
Paradise Palms isn't for everyone — it's a 1960s neighborhood with authentic charm and genuine condition variability, suited to specific buyer types who value character over uniformity. Six profiles below match lifestyles to the neighborhood's strengths, followed by an honest pros and cons our agents walk every buyer through.
Ready to explore homes in Paradise Palms? Our team understands MCM valuation, renovation-loan navigation, and the block-by-block character differences that move price inside a 1,400-home neighborhood.
Start Your Home SearchMicro-Zone Comparison
A like-for-like comparison of the main Paradise Palms micro-zones — entry pricing, condition profile, and lifestyle fit — drawn from the community record and active-listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Honesty note: with 1,400+ homes, per-block market medians would be statistical noise, so we publish entry points and condition profiles instead.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merlayna Dr Corridor | $600K–$900K+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Best Krisel stock · Trophy MCM |
| Tam Dr Corridor | $550K–$850K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Butterfly rooflines · MCM core |
| Golf Course-Adjacent Lots | $500K–$900K+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Fairway views · Premium setting |
| Interior Streets (89109) | $250K–$500K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Entry pricing · Renovation projects |
| Sahara Ave Boundary | $300K–$550K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Transitional blocks · Mixed character |
| Paradise Rd Edge | $300K–$600K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Convenient access · Urban connectivity |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus NREG market analysis, June 2026. Per-block $/SF, DOM, and listing counts intentionally omitted — samples at this scale are too small for reliable medians.
Micro-Zone Deep Dive
Submarket 1
The heart of the Palmer & Krisel collection — Merlayna Drive and its cross-streets contain some of the most intact and celebrated butterfly-roof examples in Las Vegas. Premium pricing reflects restoration quality and architectural prestige.
Browse Merlayna Dr Corridor homes →Submarket 2
The Tam Drive corridor delivers strong Krisel examples at a slight discount to the Merlayna premium — the second-best address for buyers seeking authentic butterfly-roof profiles with golf-course proximity.
Browse Tam Dr Corridor homes →Submarket 3
Lots backing to or facing the Las Vegas National Golf Club command a green-space premium — quieter, more private, and rarely available. Golf adjacency in a walkable MCM neighborhood is a combination Las Vegas doesn't offer anywhere else.
Browse Golf Course-Adjacent Lots homes →Submarket 4
The neighborhood's most accessible entry point — originals and cosmetically updated homes on interior streets, suitable for buyers with renovation ambition and the patience to do the inspection work before offering.
Browse Interior Streets (89109) homes →Submarket 5
Streets near Sahara Avenue blend residential originals with transitional urban character — lower entry pricing, easier arterial access, but more variability in adjacent land use than the interior streets.
Browse Sahara Ave Boundary homes →Submarket 6
The eastern edge of the neighborhood along Paradise Road offers convenient access to UNLV, the airport corridor, and the Strip — urban connectivity at the cost of slightly more traffic noise on boundary-facing lots.
Browse Paradise Rd Edge homes →Submarket 7
The Las Vegas National Golf Club wraps Paradise Palms's western and northern perimeter — a public-access course with Rat Pack history that keeps through-traffic out, provides fairway views for adjacent lots, and makes walkable golf a reality for residents. It's the outdoor amenity that most master-planned golf communities charge $50,000+ in initiation fees to access.
Browse Las Vegas National Golf Club — The Green Buffer homes →STILL DECIDING?
BY ZIP CODE
ZIP code 89109 is Paradise Palms's primary address, but the same code covers Strip-corridor commercial and rental towers alongside MCM homes. That spread — $250K originals to $2M+ luxury condos — is why filtering tightly to the residential neighborhood boundary matters when pulling comps or insurance quotes.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89109 | Paradise Palms MCM neighborhood — residential homes | $350K–$900K+ (by restoration level) | n/a* | 45 (area) | ~750 neighborhood total | n/a* |
| 89109 | Las Vegas National Golf Club corridor (adjacent) | Golf views add $50K–$150K premium | n/a* | varies | ~120 golf-adjacent | n/a* |
| 89109 | Strip-corridor rental and condo towers | $300K–$2M+ (high-rise / hotel-condo) | n/a* | varies | varies by building | n/a* |
| 89169 | Paradise Palms boundary extension (secondary ZIP) | $350K–$650K (similar MCM stock) | n/a* | 45 (area) | limited | n/a* |
| 89109 + 89169 | Combined area benchmark — both ZIPs | ~$500,000 list | — | 45 | varies | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus NREG corridor analysis. *Corridor-level $/SF and year-over-year change omitted: samples too small for reliable medians. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
New Construction
No production builder operates inside Paradise Palms — the neighborhood built out its 1,400+ homes by the mid-1960s, and today's opportunities are resale, renovation, and the occasional tear-down-and-rebuild on larger lots. Buyers who want new construction shop master-planned communities like Summerlin (25 minutes west) or Henderson. Incentives change monthly — verify current offers before you write anything.
Luxury & Move-Up
New luxury alternative for buyers who want modern finishes
Family & Mid-Market
Broadest new-build selection within 30 minutes
Family
Value new-build alternative for buyers comparing new vs. vintage
55+ Active Adult
Active-adult alternative for downsizers cross-shopping Paradise Palms
Entry & First-Time Buyer
Entry-level new construction for buyers comparing to MCM originals
Outdoor Recreation
A public golf course at the doorstep, mature tree-lined streets for walking and cycling, and some of Las Vegas's largest regional parks within 20 minutes — Paradise Palms offers accessible outdoor living without the drive-to-nature trade-offs of remote communities. The City of Las Vegas maintains the surrounding trail and park network, usable through 300 days of annual sunshine.
ADJACENT
A public-access course steeped in Rat Pack history — Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra played here in the 1960s — wrapping Paradise Palms's western and northern perimeter.
10 MIN
One of Las Vegas's most pleasant neighborhood parks — man-made lakes, walking paths, playground equipment, and sports fields northwest of the neighborhood.
10 MIN
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus provides public walking paths, public art, and access to cultural events — a walkable and bikeable destination from the neighborhood.
15 MIN
One of Las Vegas's largest parks — a lake, sports fields, disc golf, and a network of walking and running trails southeast of the neighborhood via Paradise Road.
15 MIN
Botanical gardens, desert trails, and the Nevada State Museum at the historic springs that founded the city — an easy half-day north on US-95.
25 MIN
A surprising pastoral escape at the city's northern edge — spring-fed ponds, peacocks, picnic areas, and walking trails in a setting that feels nothing like Las Vegas.
30 MIN
The Mojave's signature conservation area — the 13-mile scenic loop and world-class hiking and climbing, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
IN-COMMUNITY
The curved residential streets and cul-de-sacs of Paradise Palms — free of through-traffic — are among the most walkable residential blocks in central Las Vegas.
The Paradise Palms Lifestyle
A morning round at the Las Vegas National Golf Club next door, an afternoon on Merlayna Drive's intact Krisel rooflines, an evening at the Strip or Fremont Street — and Bureau of Land Management-managed Red Rock Canyon 30 minutes west when you want bigger adventures. No other Las Vegas neighborhood offers that range.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses do run in Paradise Palms, particularly on renovated and fully restored Krisel homes where sellers want wide exposure to the architectural buyer pool. Originals with renovation potential often sell by appointment — set up alerts to be notified the moment an open house is scheduled, or browse every active listing now and let us arrange private showings.
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
Paradise Palms draws from Strip hospitality, UNLV academics, healthcare, and a growing remote-worker cohort. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market remains historically strong; community records put Paradise Palms average household income near $55,000, reflecting its mix of first-time buyers, renters, and renovation investors.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Las Vegas. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
If you're weighing Paradise Palms against the valley's other residential options, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Paradise Palms wins on architectural character and central location; Summerlin on schools and new construction; Henderson on overall safety and master-plan amenities — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Paradise Palms | Las Vegas | Summerlin | Henderson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median List Price | $350K–$900K+ (by restoration) | $476K | $728K | $548K |
| HOA Range | $0–$60/mo (most none) | Varies | $50–$300+/mo | $50–$300+/mo |
| Days on Market | 45 (area) | 20 | 21 | 21 |
| Architecture | MCM / Palmer & Krisel (1962) | Mixed eras | Modern master-plan | Modern master-plan |
| Median Household Income | $55,000+ (community) | $66,820 | $95,200 | $88,654 |
| New Construction | None — built out since 1962 | Moderate | Very High (Summerlin West) | Very High (Cadence, Inspirada) |
| Golf Adjacency | Las Vegas National (public, adjacent) | Select communities | TPC Summerlin + trail system | Multiple golf courses nearby |
| Best For | MCM character · Location · Value | Selection · Urban · Investors | Schools · Luxury · Outdoors | Families · Retirees · Safety |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Paradise Palms income and population figures are community-record values; citywide demographics are Las Vegas-wide. 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
Paradise Palms sits at the center of the Las Vegas Valley's street grid — Swenson Street, Paradise Road, Sahara Avenue, and Desert Inn Road all border or bisect the neighborhood, with I-15 and US-95 minutes away. Mean Las Vegas commutes run about 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — most Paradise Palms destinations beat that comfortably.
Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.
Quick Answer
Most Paradise Palms purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. FHA and VA files run 35–45 days; cash offers on restored Krisel homes can close in 10–14. Renovation-loan files — FHA 203(k) or HomeStyle — typically need 45–60 days because lenders require contractor bids and a draw schedule before funding.
Quick Answer
Most Paradise Palms buyers put down 3.5–20%. FHA allows 3.5% with a 580+ score on homes under the FHA limit — well above the $250K–$550K range here. Conventional loans start at 3% for first-time buyers and 5% for repeat buyers. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans, and the neighborhood's price range keeps jumbo financing out of the picture for most purchases. Renovation loan products — FHA 203(k) or Fannie Mae HomeStyle — can roll acquisition and rehab costs into a single close, which many Paradise Palms buyers use.
Paradise Palms FAQ — 18 Answers
Across ZIP code 89109 — which blends Paradise Palms with adjacent Strip-corridor stock — the area median runs near $329,950 per Las Vegas REALTORS data, with a median of about 62 days on market. Inside the MCM neighborhood itself, originals in original condition start near $350,000 while fully restored Krisel examples have traded above $800,000. Restoration quality is the single biggest price driver, so comparable selection requires judgment, not just zip codes.
Paradise Palms is Las Vegas's first master-planned community and its most celebrated mid-century modern neighborhood. William Krisel and the Palmer & Krisel firm designed the majority of the 1,400+ homes from 1962, deploying butterfly rooflines, post-and-beam construction, clerestory windows, and open-plan living decades before those ideas went mainstream. Intact examples — especially on Merlayna Drive and Tam Drive — are among the finest surviving production MCM homes in the American Southwest.
The Las Vegas National Golf Club wraps the western and northern perimeter of Paradise Palms, providing a green buffer that keeps through-traffic out of the neighborhood's interior streets and frames many lots with golf-course views or fairway adjacency. The course is a public-access layout steeped in Rat Pack history — Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra played here in the 1960s — and it remains a walkable amenity for residents without membership fees.
Little to none: most Paradise Palms homes carry no formal HOA, and where associations exist they run $0–$60 per month for common-area maintenance. Low dues keep monthly carrying costs down, but they also mean fewer enforced standards, so condition varies significantly street to street. Confirm whether a specific property belongs to an association, and if so request the full resale package — dues, reserves, and any assessment history — before closing.
Paradise Palms sits primarily in ZIP code 89109, with some boundary streets touching 89169. The 89109 ZIP places the neighborhood about 15 minutes from both the Strip and Downtown Las Vegas, and roughly 20 minutes from Harry Reid International Airport via I-15 or I-215. When setting listing alerts or pulling insurance quotes, filter tightly to the MCM neighborhood boundaries — broader ZIP-level statistics blend in Strip-corridor rental towers that inflate the median differently.
Nevada's effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.75% 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 $329,950 Paradise Palms purchase that means approximately $2,500–$3,750 per year — a fraction of what a comparable vintage home in California's coastal cities carries. No state income tax adds another layer of savings for households relocating from high-tax states.
Clark County School District serves the neighborhood. Assigned public campuses include John C. Fremont Elementary (6/10 GreatSchools), Fremont Middle School (5/10), and Clark High School (6/10). Private options within reach include Bishop Gorman High School and The Meadows School, both rated A+ by GreatSchools, plus charters including Coral Academy of Science (8/10) and Nevada State High School (7/10). CCSD attendance boundaries shift periodically — verify the exact address with the district before writing an offer.
Paradise Palms is an established residential neighborhood with owner-occupied homes on walkable streets — a meaningfully different profile from the commercial Strip corridor one mile west. That said, 89109 is urban Las Vegas, and buyers should benchmark the surrounding area through FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data before purchasing. Our agents can discuss block-by-block character during your tour; the neighborhood's active homeowner community and strong renovation investment are consistent signals of long-term resident commitment.
Restoration quality creates the widest price spread of any factor in Paradise Palms. An original, unimproved Krisel home in cosmetic condition might trade near $350,000; a meticulous period-correct restoration with updated systems — plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roof — routinely reaches $700,000–$900,000 or above. The restoration premium is real, but buyers should verify what was done: cosmetic-only updates that leave original galvanized plumbing or aluminum wiring in place do not justify top-of-band pricing.
Architecturally significant MCM neighborhoods have outperformed generic suburban stock in most major U.S. cities where restoration culture is active, and Paradise Palms has the ingredients: authentic Krisel inventory, a passionate homeowner community, proximity to major employment, and a finite supply of 1,400+ homes that cannot be replicated. The risk is condition variability — originals with deferred maintenance can absorb $150,000+ in renovation before they're competitive with restored comparables. Underwrite the condition, not just the address.
Paradise Palms wins on architectural character, walkability, and Strip proximity — no other Las Vegas neighborhood offers genuine Palmer & Krisel MCM design at scale. The trade-off against master-planned communities like Summerlin or Henderson is newness: newer roofs, modern floor plans, and HOA-enforced curb standards come standard there. Paradise Palms buyers are choosing character and location over uniformity, and they're typically right that the supply of authentic MCM at this scale is genuinely irreplaceable.
Focus on the systems that 1960s construction routinely leaves behind: original galvanized supply lines that restrict flow and corrode, aluminum branch wiring that requires AFCI protection under current code, single-pane jalousie or sliding-glass windows that defeat modern HVAC, and flat or butterfly roofs that need careful membrane inspection. A general inspector plus a licensed Nevada electrician and plumber on the same visit gives you the full picture before you release contingencies on a vintage buy.
California's top marginal state income-tax rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board — Nevada's is zero. A household earning $300,000 annually saves roughly $24,000 per year in state income taxes alone by relocating. Nevada adds a 3% annual cap on primary-residence property-tax increases under NRS 361.471 and no personal property tax on vehicles. At $329,950, a Paradise Palms MCM home is also a fraction of what a comparable architectural property costs in Palm Springs or Silver Lake.
Yes — call (702) 637-1759. Our team understands MCM valuation nuance: restoration premiums, inspector checklists for 1960s systems, period-correct renovation ROI, and the block-by-block character differences that move the needle inside a 1,400-home neighborhood. We also maintain relationships with buyers actively seeking Krisel homes, which matters in a market where the right buyer pays more than the wrong comps suggest.
A passionate, organized group of homeowners and architecture enthusiasts — most active on social media and through local preservation advocacy — who document original homes, share contractor recommendations, source period hardware, and push for historic-district designation that would provide renovation tax incentives and design-review protection. Buying into Paradise Palms connects you to this community, which is one reason renovation investment holds value: neighbors are watching, caring, and actively maintaining the neighborhood's character.
Most Paradise Palms buyers put down 3.5–20%. FHA allows 3.5% with a 580+ score on homes under the FHA limit — well above the $250K–$550K range here. Conventional loans start at 3% for first-time buyers and 5% for repeat buyers. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans, and the neighborhood's price range keeps jumbo financing out of the picture for most purchases. Renovation loan products — FHA 203(k) or Fannie Mae HomeStyle — can roll acquisition and rehab costs into a single close, which many Paradise Palms buyers use.
Budget varies sharply by scope: a cosmetic refresh — paint, fixtures, landscaping, appliances — runs $30,000–$80,000. A full period-correct restoration that addresses plumbing (galvanized to copper or PEX), electrical (aluminum branch wiring to copper with updated panel), roof membrane, windows, and kitchen typically runs $150,000–$250,000 on a 1,400–1,800 sq ft Krisel. Buyers using FHA 203(k) or Fannie Mae HomeStyle renovation loans can finance this at acquisition; our team can refer experienced MCM-specialized contractors.
Most Paradise Palms purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. FHA and VA files sometimes run 35–45 days, especially when renovation loans require a second appraisal draw schedule. Cash offers, which appear at the top of the range on restored Krisel homes, can close in 10–14 days. If you're pairing a renovation loan with the purchase, plan for 45–60 days and get your contractor bids ready before opening escrow — lenders need the scope before the renovation draws.
Updated September 2026
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Not officially designated as of September 2026 — though the preservation community is actively advocating for local historic-district status, which would provide renovation tax incentives and design-review protection. The homes are historically significant by any architectural standard; formal designation is the next step.
The majority were designed by William Krisel of Palmer & Krisel, the Los Angeles architectural firm that produced thousands of mid-century modern homes across the Southwest. Krisel's butterfly rooflines, post-and-beam construction, and clerestory windows are the signature of the neighborhood and the reason it attracts architectural buyers nationally.
Approximately 1,400+ homes across roughly 200 acres, built from 1962 by Paradise Homes. The neighborhood is built out — no land remains to add more authentic MCM homes — making the existing inventory permanently finite.
More walkable than most Las Vegas neighborhoods: the curved, low-traffic residential streets are pleasant to walk and bike, UNLV is 10 minutes by bicycle, and the Las Vegas National Golf Club is adjacent for an outdoor morning routine. The Strip and Downtown are 15-minute drives, not walking distance.
Merlayna Drive is widely considered the MCM showcase street — the highest concentration of intact butterfly-roof Krisel homes, mature landscaping, and golf-course-adjacent lots. Tam Drive runs a close second. Buyers focused on architectural prestige start with these corridors and work outward from there.
Yes — the $250K–$550K price range falls well under the FHA loan limit for Clark County, and FHA 203(k) renovation loans are particularly useful here for buyers planning to update 1960s systems. Confirm the specific home meets FHA minimum property standards; originals with significant deferred maintenance may need repairs before a standard FHA loan closes.
A public-access 18-hole golf course established in 1961 that wraps the western and northern perimeter of Paradise Palms. It carries significant Rat Pack history — Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, and other Rat Pack members played here in the 1960s — and today offers daily-fee rounds without membership or initiation fees.
About 2 miles as the crow flies — plan roughly 15 minutes via Sahara Avenue or Desert Inn Road, depending on time of day. Harry Reid International Airport runs about 20 minutes south via Paradise Road or I-15.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
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A–Z INDEX
The neighborhood's key streets and micro-zones, indexed alphabetically for quick orientation — from golf-course-adjacent lots near the Las Vegas National Golf Club to interior 89109 streets with $250K–$500K entry points. Our team can pull current listings, condition profiles, and comparable sales for any specific block on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Paradise Palms buyers do next — understanding the citywide Las Vegas market, comparing historic neighborhoods to master-planned alternatives, and mapping the buying process for vintage homes — each written by our team from the same MLS data and primary sources used throughout this page.
MARKET GUIDE
The citywide playbook — pricing, inventory, rates, and where the valley's momentum actually is this year.
Read →LUXURY COMPARISON
How the valley's two premium poles compare — useful context for judging central Las Vegas historic character against master-plan luxury.
Read →MARKET HUB
Citywide market data, every major Las Vegas community, 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, and we refresh these numbers monthly. Because ZIP 89109 blends Paradise Palms with Strip-corridor commercial stock, we present ZIP-area statistics as area benchmarks — never neighborhood-only claims — and omit micro-block medians that small samples cannot support. Follow any link below to verify a figure.
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