Nevada's #1 team for Scotch 80s real estate. Search historic guard-gated mid-century estates, renovation opportunities, and custom rebuilds on half-acre to full-acre lots — the most storied luxury address in Las Vegas.
COMMUNITY MEDIAN (EST.)
$1.6M
LVR / GLVAR community-level estimate, June 2026
ESTATE PRICE RANGE
$800K–$5M+
Community plan record
HOMES IN THE COMMUNITY
~300
Community plan record
DAYS ON MARKET (EST.)
55
LVR / GLVAR, luxury tier estimate, June 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Scotch 80s pairs roughly 300 guard-gated mid-century estates on half-acre to full-acre lots — priced $800K to $5M+ — with a five-minute drive to the Strip per Las Vegas REALTORS data and Las Vegas city demographics per the U.S. Census. The takeaways below capture what makes this 1960s enclave impossible to replicate.
Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Las Vegas
Scotch 80s carries roughly 300 homes in ZIP 89102, with active listings ranging from original-condition estates near $800,000 to custom-remodeled trophy properties above $5 million according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. The eight newest listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active listing is searchable in our live Las Vegas MLS portal.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Scotch 80s's ~300 homes span a wide range — from original-condition mid-century estates near $800,000 to custom-remodeled and newly built trophy properties above $5 million per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. The bands below map the community's four major estate tiers, with links to the live Las Vegas MLS search filtered by price.
Scotch 80s listings break down by era and renovation tier — original-condition mid-century, fully remodeled, and ground-up custom rebuilds — across the $800,000 to $5 million-plus range, with each link below opening our live Las Vegas MLS search updated daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
The community has four distinct estate categories, each appealing to a different buyer archetype. Counts show estimated active ZIP 89102 listings in each price band — with only ~300 homes in the enclave, enclave-only counts run to single digits in any month.
Updated daily · 29 active listings · MLS data
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CRIME DATA
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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.
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Living in Scotch 80s means mid-century estate character, 24-hour guard gate security, and half-acre to full-acre lots five minutes from the Strip. The community sits within the City of Las Vegas — services per the City of Las Vegas — with the 18b Arts District nearby and Harry Reid International Airport ten minutes south.
Scotch 80s is known for being Las Vegas's most historic guard-gated neighborhood — developed in the 1960s as the address for casino executives, entertainers, and city power players, with irreplaceable half-acre to full-acre lots, mid-century architecture, and a renovation renaissance now underway.
Executives and entrepreneurs who want estate privacy near the Strip, California relocators chasing the state-income-tax arbitrage, architects and designers drawn to the renovation canvas, and buyers who want authentic Las Vegas history rather than a master-planned village.
Morning walks on tree-lined estate streets, errands on West Charleston or Maryland Parkway, dinner in the 18b Arts District or on the Strip — with the airport ten minutes away for frequent travelers and 60 years of neighborhood character none of the new Las Vegas communities can match.
Scotch 80s sits in central Las Vegas, west of the Strip between Rancho Drive and US-95, roughly bounded by West Charleston Boulevard to the north and Oakey Boulevard to the south. About 180 acres in ZIP 89102. Approximately 1.5 miles from the Strip.
Quick Answer
Yes — for buyers who prize historic character, irreplaceable lot sizes, and a Strip-close location above all else. Scotch 80s delivers what no new Las Vegas master plan can match: a 24-hour staffed gate, half-acre to full-acre estate lots with 60-plus years of mature tree cover, and a five-minute drive to the world's most famous entertainment corridor. The trade-offs are real — renovation scope on original-condition homes, HOA dues of $200–$500 monthly, and jumbo financing for most purchases — but for buyers who value authenticity over novelty, Scotch 80s is without peer.
Source: City of Las Vegas
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Las Vegas — the city that contains Scotch 80s — the parent city holds 656,274 residents with a median household income of $66,820. Inside the gates, community records paint a sharply different profile: roughly 700 residents across ~300 homes, a median age near 52, and average household income above $250,000.
The Census does not tabulate Scotch 80s as its own place; citywide Las Vegas figures are the statistical backdrop — presented honestly as exactly that. Within the gates, our closing data shows a mix of Las Vegas's legacy professional class, California relocators seeking the tax arbitrage, architects and designers pursuing the renovation canvas, and a growing cohort of entrepreneurs who want estate privacy five minutes from where they close deals.
Source: NREG community plan records & U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas city (Scotch 80s is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
Scotch 80s itself is built out — roughly 300 homes since the 1960s, with growth coming through renovation and custom rebuilds 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 the central ZIP 89102 corridor is experiencing renewed investment driven by proximity to the Strip and the Arts District.
Inside the gates, growth is structurally capped: ~300 homes is the permanent number, which is the scarcity argument for ownership here. Turnover is thin — the community trades perhaps a dozen homes per year — while the surrounding central Las Vegas market provides the liquid comparables that Scotch 80s values are benchmarked against.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Las Vegas. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the enclave 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 the boutique Scotch 80s market trades against. A ~300-home community is too small for a monthly series; the community-level estimate is $1.6M median and approximately 55 days on market for the luxury estate tier.
Community Median (Est.)
~$1,600,000 — original-condition estates to custom-remodeled trophies
vs the prior year
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market (Est.)
~55 days at the luxury estate tier; unique properties trade longer
vs the prior year
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Community Scale
~300 homes — boutique inventory that rewards patient, well-priced sellers
vs the prior year
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.
SCARCE INVENTORY
Market Competitiveness
Scotch 80s is a deliberate, appointment-driven market — roughly 300 homes behind a staffed gate, with sales measured in handfuls per month. Buyers who know the community and come pre-approved for jumbo financing move quickly when the right estate surfaces; those who wait for multiple options may wait a season or more.
Scotch 80s is not one-size-fits-all — it's a boutique ~300-home community spanning original-condition mid-century estates to contemporary custom rebuilds on irreplaceable lots, with a lifestyle that rewards specific buyer profiles. Six archetypes below, followed by the honest pros and trade-offs our team walks every client through before they write.
Ready to explore homes in Scotch 80s? Our team knows every estate type, lot position, and renovation opportunity in this ~300-home historic community.
Start Your Home SearchEstate Type Comparison
A like-for-like comparison of Scotch 80s's four estate categories — entry pricing, renovation scope, and who each suits — drawn from the community plan record and active-listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Honesty note: with ~300 homes total, per-category market medians would be statistical noise, so we publish entry points and characteristics instead.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Remodeled Estates | From $2M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Modern · Trophy · Turn-Key |
| New-Build Custom Estates | From $3M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Contemporary · Bespoke · Premium |
| Classic Midcentury Homes | From $1M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Original character · Renovation potential |
| Value Renovation Opportunities | From $800K+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Renovation · Entry · Upside |
| Premium Lot Homes | From $2.5M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Full-acre · Corner · Maximum potential |
| Las Vegas Country Club (Adjacent) | From $400K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Golf · Guard-gated · Similar vintage |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus the NREG community plan record, June 2026. Per-category $/SF, DOM, and listing counts are intentionally omitted — samples inside one ~300-home community are too small to be meaningful. Community-level estimates: ~$1.6M median, ~55 days on market.
Estate Type Deep Dive
Submarket 1
Original-era homes completely transformed with designer interiors, contemporary architecture, and modern mechanical systems on premium lots — the community's top-of-market tier. Most require judgment-based appraisals due to limited comps.
Browse Custom Remodeled Estates homes →Submarket 2
Ground-up custom homes built by buyer-sourced architects and GCs on acquired lots — the purest canvas in the community, combining modern construction standards with Scotch 80s's irreplaceable lot sizes and location.
Browse New-Build Custom Estates homes →Submarket 3
Well-preserved or lightly updated mid-century homes with original architectural character, mature landscaping, and the authentic bones that renovation buyers prize. Typically need some mechanical and cosmetic work but carry the most historic charm.
Browse Classic Midcentury Homes homes →Submarket 4
Original-condition homes on premium lots offering the community's most accessible entry pricing. Buyers who can tolerate renovation scope — and have a reliable contractor network — find Scotch 80s's best value creation at this tier.
Browse Value Renovation Opportunities homes →Submarket 5
The largest lots in the neighborhood — full-acre and corner properties with the maximum development potential. Premium positioning in the community and a scarcity within a scarcity.
Browse Premium Lot Homes homes →Submarket 6
The adjacent guard-gated golf community with an 18-hole private course and roughly 1,400 homes — a complementary option for buyers who want private golf access alongside estate character at a lower entry point.
Browse Las Vegas Country Club (Adjacent) homes →Submarket 7
The defining trend of the current market: buyers acquiring original-condition estates on half-acre to full-acre lots and executing stunning contemporary rebuilds or full-gut remodels. Some of the most striking residential architecture in Las Vegas is currently under construction inside these gates — on lots that cannot be reproduced anywhere else in the valley.
Browse The Scotch 80s Renovation Renaissance homes →STILL DECIDING?
BY ZIP CODE
Scotch 80s sits in ZIP 89102, which spans central Las Vegas from the Strip-adjacent corridors to the historic neighborhoods northwest of Downtown. The table below separates the guard-gated Scotch 80s enclave from the surrounding ZIP-area context — the community carries significant premium over the surrounding area per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89102 | Scotch 80s proper — historic guard-gated mid-century estates | $800K–$5M+ (plan range) | n/a* | ~55 (est.) | Boutique — check current MLS | n/a* |
| 89102 | Las Vegas Country Club (adjacent guard-gated golf) | From $400K | n/a* | varies | See MLS | n/a* |
| 89102 | Central Las Vegas corridors (non-gated, surrounding) | From $250K–$500K | n/a* | varies | Many — see search | n/a* |
| 89102 | Rancho Drive / Alta Drive corridor | From $300K+ | n/a* | varies | — | n/a* |
| 89102 | Full ZIP 89102 citywide benchmark | Below Scotch 80s due to surrounding mix | — | see LVR | see LVR | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus NREG community analysis. *Community-level $/SF and year-over-year change are intentionally omitted: ~300-home samples are too small to be meaningful — we publish plan ranges and ZIP-area benchmarks instead. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
New Construction & Renovation
No production builder operates inside Scotch 80s — the community built out its ~300 homes in the 1960s and 1970s. Today's "new construction" here is custom: buyers acquire lots and engage their own architect and contractor for ground-up rebuilds on half-acre to full-acre parcels. Nearby production-builder options are 20–30 minutes west. Incentives change monthly — verify before writing.
Ground-Up Custom
The dominant new-build model in the neighborhood — acquire, design, build
Luxury & Move-Up
Closest production luxury profile for buyers wanting an alternative
Family & Mid-Market
Broadest new-build selection in the valley
Design-Forward Move-Up
Contemporary architecture buyers cross-shop against Scotch 80s rebuilds
Family
Value-oriented new builds for buyers considering alternatives outside the gate
Outdoor Recreation
Mature estate streets inside the gates, neighborhood parks within minutes, and world-class outdoor recreation within a 25-minute drive — Red Rock Canyon is 25 minutes west and Angel Park Golf Club is 10 minutes away. The City of Las Vegas maintains the surrounding park and trail network, accessible through 300 days of annual Las Vegas sunshine.
IN-COMMUNITY
Tree-lined estate streets with 60-plus years of mature shade trees, circular drives, and the unhurried pace of a historic guard-gated neighborhood.
10 MIN
Two 18-hole public courses plus a lighted par-3 short course — daily-fee golf without a club commitment, ten minutes west on Rancho Drive.
15 MIN
One of the west side's most complete parks — skate park, soccer fields, playground, walking paths, and a community pool.
10 MIN
Las Vegas's most vibrant street-level neighborhood — galleries, coffee, cocktail bars, and the monthly First Friday art walk, all accessible in minutes.
5 MIN
The birthplace of Las Vegas — the Fremont Street Experience canopy, vintage neon, and the city's most historic entertainment corridor.
5 MIN
The world's most famous entertainment corridor is literally five minutes from the gate — a lifestyle asset unique to this neighborhood.
25 MIN
The Mojave's signature conservation area — the 13-mile scenic loop, world-class hiking and climbing, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
10 MIN
Botanical gardens, desert trails, and the Nevada State Museum at the historic springs — a surprisingly lush retreat ten minutes from the gate.
The Scotch 80s Lifestyle
Three moods within minutes of the gate: a morning walk on tree-lined estate streets, dinner at an Arts District restaurant or on the Strip, and — when you want to go bigger — Red Rock Canyon's roughly 195,000 conservation acres per the Bureau of Land Management is 25 minutes west.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses are rare in a guard-gated community with 24-hour staffed entry — most sellers show by appointment only, coordinated through the gate in advance. Set up instant alerts to be notified the moment a Scotch 80s home schedules an open house, or browse every active listing now and let us arrange private, gate-cleared showings on your timeline.
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
Scotch 80s runs on a professional and entrepreneurial economy: casino executives, physicians, attorneys, and entrepreneurs rather than a single anchor employer. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market remains historically strong, and community records put average household income above $250,000 — roughly 3.5 times the Clark County median.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Las Vegas. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
If you're weighing Scotch 80s against other historic Las Vegas luxury neighborhoods, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Scotch 80s wins on Strip proximity and lot size; Rancho Circle on exclusivity; Las Vegas Country Club on golf access and scale — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Scotch 80s | Rancho Circle | Las Vegas CC | Queensridge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | ~$800K | ~$1M+ | ~$400K (condos) | ~$800K |
| Community Median | ~$1.6M | ~$2M+ | ~$700K | ~$800K+ (ZIP-area) |
| Lot Sizes | ½–1 acre | ½–1+ acres | Golf-course lots vary | Quarter–third acre |
| Homes | ~300 | ~100 | ~1,400 | 987 |
| Established | 1960s | 1960s | 1967 | 1997 |
| Golf | None (adjacent Angel Park public) | None | Private 18-hole | None (Angel Park adjacent) |
| Guard-Gated | 24/7 staffed since 1960s | 24/7 staffed | 24/7 staffed | 24/7 staffed since 1997 |
| Strip Distance | ~5 min | ~15 min | ~15 min | ~15 min |
| Best For | Historic · Lots · Strip proximity | Maximum exclusivity | Golf · Scale · Entry pricing | Centrality · Towers · Value |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Community figures are plan-record values and estimates; LVR citywide data is the liquid market benchmark. 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
Location is Scotch 80s's single greatest advantage beyond the gate: US-95 and I-15 are both immediately accessible, placing nearly every Las Vegas Valley destination within 25 minutes. Mean Las Vegas commutes run about 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — and most Scotch 80s 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 Scotch 80s purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. Cash offers — common at the $2M+ estate tier — close in 7–14 days. Jumbo files take longer because comparable sales are scarce in a ~300-home community, and renovation-scope inspections need extra gate-clearance scheduling. Budget a few days of buffer.
Quick Answer
Most Scotch 80s buyers put down 20–25%. Properties near $800,000 may qualify for conventional financing with 10–15% down, but most community prices exceed the conforming loan limit and require jumbo loans — lenders typically want 20–25% down plus six to twelve months of liquid reserves. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans at any price. Get a tier-specific pre-approval before touring; it signals seriousness to sellers and shortens your closing timeline when the right estate surfaces.
Scotch 80s FAQ — 18 Answers
Scotch 80s is a roughly 300-home community in ZIP 89102. Per Las Vegas REALTORS data, the community median is near $1.6 million — but the range is wide: original-condition midcentury homes start near $800,000 while custom-remodeled or newly built estates on full-acre lots reach $5 million-plus, with about 55 days on market at the luxury tier.
Yes — Scotch 80s has operated a 24-hour staffed guard gate since the neighborhood was established in the 1960s. Every visitor is verified at entry; residents use transponders or access codes. HOA dues of $200–$500 per month fund the gate staffing, security patrols, and common-area maintenance. Showings require advance gate-clearance coordination — our agents handle that with same-day notice in most cases.
Lot sizes range from roughly a quarter-acre to over a full acre, with the community average running half-acre to full-acre — lot dimensions that modern Las Vegas master plans cannot replicate. The oversized parcels accommodate circular driveways, detached guest structures, resort-caliber pools, and the mature shade trees that give Scotch 80s its distinctive mid-century estate character. Premium corner and full-acre lots at the top of the market routinely draw $2.5 million and above.
Scotch 80s was developed beginning in the early 1960s by Irwin Molasky and Paradise Development. The neighborhood takes its name from Section 80 of the Las Vegas city plat map. Original residents included casino executives, entertainers, politicians, and business leaders who built custom mid-century estates on lots that had no equivalent in the valley at the time — and still do not today, more than 60 years later.
Scotch 80s has been home to some of Las Vegas's most prominent figures throughout its 60-plus-year history — casino executives including Howard Hughes-era operators, entertainer residents who performed at the Strip hotels, and politicians with Nevada's highest offices. The guard-gated privacy and unmatched Strip proximity made it the go-to address for the city's power players in the mid-century era and it has retained that cachet ever since.
No production builder operates here — Scotch 80s is built out, with ~300 homes on its ~180-acre footprint. What is happening is a renovation and custom-rebuild renaissance: buyers are acquiring original-condition estates on premium half-acre to full-acre lots and either completing ground-up contemporary rebuilds or full-gut remodels. The trend produces a striking juxtaposition of preserved mid-century character alongside striking new desert-modern architecture on the same block.
HOA dues in Scotch 80s typically run $200–$500 per month, covering the 24-hour staffed guard gate, roving security patrols, and common-area landscaping and maintenance. Always pull the full resale package — current dues, reserve-fund level, and any outstanding assessment — early in escrow. Transfer and capital fees at closing can add a one-time charge; price those into your offer math before you write.
Property taxes are low by national standards. The Clark County Assessor applies an effective rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% of assessed value, and Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3%. On a $1.6 million Scotch 80s home that translates to approximately $8,000–$11,200 per year — a fraction of what a comparable historic estate carries in California, where the Bay Area effective rate exceeds 1% with no statutory cap.
Scotch 80s falls within Clark County School District and is proximate to several standouts. Las Vegas Academy of the Arts — a magnet high school rated 9/10 by GreatSchools — sits within the attendance zone; Walter Bracken STEAM Academy (8/10) serves elementary grades. The prestigious private tier includes Bishop Gorman High School and The Meadows School, both within about 15 minutes. Verify exact zoning for any specific address before writing an offer, as CCSD boundaries are subject to change.
All three are vintage Las Vegas guard-gated neighborhoods with large lots, mid-century provenance, and a renovation renaissance underway. Scotch 80s (ZIP 89102) is the closest to the Strip at roughly five minutes, tends to have the most active renovation activity, and starts near $800,000. Rancho Bel Air (89107) sits slightly further west with similar half-acre to full-acre lots starting near $1 million. Rancho Circle is the smallest and most exclusive of the three, often running $2 million and above.
Both are vintage guard-gated neighborhoods near the Strip with mid-century character. Las Vegas Country Club is larger at roughly 1,400 homes across a private 18-hole golf course and tends to carry lower entry pricing — from about $400,000 for condos. Scotch 80s is smaller (~300 homes), has no golf, but offers significantly larger estate lots (half-acre to full-acre vs. typical golf-course lots) and a renovation potential that buyers seeking authentic mid-century architecture particularly value.
Scotch 80s layers City of Las Vegas police coverage with a 24-hour staffed guard gate, roving security patrols, perimeter walls, and verified-access entry — a security stack in continuous operation since the 1960s. Inside the gates, incidents are rare and minor; benchmark the surrounding 89102 corridors yourself through FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data and ask our agents for the community association security disclosures during due diligence before you write.
Scotch 80s sits within about 10–15 minutes of Las Vegas's emerging 18b Arts District — the city's most walkable creative neighborhood with galleries, coffee, cocktail bars, and the monthly First Friday event. For buyers who value cultural vitality and urban walkability alongside estate privacy, the combination is unique in the Las Vegas Valley: guard-gated mid-century prestige a short drive from the city's most vibrant street-level scene.
California's top state income-tax rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board. Nevada levies zero state income tax. A household earning $500,000 saves roughly $51,000 per year in state income taxes by establishing Nevada residency. Combined with Clark County's 0.5–0.7% effective property-tax rate and the NRS 361.471 primary-residence 3% cap, the tax math alone funds most Scotch 80s purchases — and the estate you can buy here at $1.6 million would cost $3 million-plus behind comparable Los Angeles gates.
Four things move real money here. First, renovation scope: original-condition homes may need electrical, plumbing, and HVAC overhauls — price a full inspection and contractor estimate before you write. Second, lot due diligence: verify lot dimensions, setbacks, and any deed restrictions with the Clark County Assessor before planning a rebuild. Third, jumbo financing: most Scotch 80s prices exceed the conforming loan limit — have a jumbo pre-approval with reserves before touring. Fourth, call (702) 637-1759 and we will pull the right comparables; with only ~300 homes, valuation takes judgment.
Most Scotch 80s buyers put down 20–25%. Entry homes near $800,000 can sometimes finance with 10–15% down on conventional loans, but most properties in the community exceed the conforming loan limit and require jumbo financing — lenders typically want 20–25% down plus six to twelve months of reserves. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans at any price. Have a tier-aware pre-approval in hand before touring; it signals seriousness at the gate and shortens your timeline when the right estate appears.
Most Scotch 80s purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. Cash offers — common at the $2 million-plus estate tier — can close in 7–14 days. Jumbo files sometimes require extra appraisal time because true comparables in a ~300-home community are scarce, and renovation-scope properties may need specialized valuations. Gate-clearance coordination for inspectors and contractors adds a day of scheduling; build that into your contingency calendar.
Yes — call (702) 637-1759 or start your search online. Our agents coordinate gate access for tours, pull comps from the thin ~300-home resale market, and have represented buyers and sellers across the mid-century estate and renovation-project tiers. With 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in total volume, our team brings the valuation depth that a boutique market like Scotch 80s requires.
Updated June 2026
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Scotch 80s sits in central Las Vegas (ZIP 89102), roughly between Rancho Drive and the US-95 corridor, north of Charleston Boulevard near Oakey. It is approximately 1.5 miles west of the Strip — about five minutes by car — and sits directly adjacent to Las Vegas Country Club.
The neighborhood takes its name from Section 80 of the Las Vegas city plat map, where the parcels were originally recorded. The "Scotch" prefix is a historical administrative designation from the city's early grid mapping — it has nothing to do with Scotch whisky, though the neighborhood has housed plenty of both over the decades.
Approximately 300 homes across roughly 180 acres per the community plan record. The neighborhood built out in the 1960s and 1970s, so that number is essentially permanent — no new subdivisions can be added inside the existing footprint.
No — it is a guard-gated community with 24-hour staffed entry, and every visitor is verified at the gate. Buyers tour with a licensed agent who coordinates gate clearance in advance. Call (702) 637-1759 and we typically arrange access with same-day notice.
No — Scotch 80s is a distinct historic neighborhood in the City of Las Vegas (ZIP 89102), roughly 20 minutes east of Summerlin via US-95. Summerlin is a Howard Hughes Corporation master plan; Scotch 80s predates it by several decades and has entirely different character — mid-century vintage versus new master-planned villages.
No production-builder homes are available — Scotch 80s is built out. Custom rebuilds do appear: buyers acquire original-condition homes on premium lots and commission ground-up contemporary estates. These occasionally appear on the resale market after completion and can be among the most striking properties in the valley.
The Ridges is newer (2000s) with more contemporary custom architecture and Red Rock Canyon views, starting around $2 million; Scotch 80s is older (1960s), has larger lots and a more central location, and starts near $800,000 for original-condition estates. Buyers choosing The Ridges want new-era luxury and mountain views; buyers choosing Scotch 80s want historic prestige, bigger land, and Strip proximity.
Historically yes — the permanent supply cap (~300 homes), irreplaceable lot sizes, and six decades of prestige create structural price support. Renovation-upside buyers who acquire original-condition estates and complete quality remodels have realized among the strongest appreciation in the Las Vegas luxury market. As with all real estate, consult our agents for current market conditions before making investment decisions.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
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A–Z INDEX
Four estate categories make up the ~300-home community, from original-condition mid-century to ground-up custom rebuilds on full-acre lots. Dedicated estate-type pages are rolling out — the entries below are indexed for orientation, and our team can pull current listings, HOA documents, and renovation comparables for any category on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Scotch 80s buyers do next — understanding the citywide Las Vegas luxury market, weighing guard-gated options, and planning a California-to-Nevada relocation — each written by our team from primary MLS data and first-hand community knowledge.
MARKET GUIDE
The citywide playbook — pricing, inventory, rates, and where the valley's luxury momentum actually is this year.
Read →LUXURY GUIDE
How every Las Vegas guard-gated community compares — security tiers, price bands, and the best fit by buyer profile.
Read →COMMUNITY HUB
Citywide market data, every major Las Vegas neighborhood, 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 regularly. Because Scotch 80s is only ~300 homes, we deliberately present community-level estimates clearly labeled as such — never claiming precision that boutique market 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).