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Scotch 80s Homes For Sale

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Where Can I Find Scotch 80s Homes for Sale?

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 NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data. The eight newest listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active listing is searchable in our live Las Vegas MLS portal.

  • COMMUNITY MEDIAN (EST.)

    $1.6M

    NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data 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.) (ZIP 89102)

    32

    NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 29, 2026

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Page updated October 27, 2026

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Scotch 80s at a Glance?

Scotch 80s pairs roughly 300 mid-century estates on half-acre to full-acre lots — priced $800K to $5M+ — with a five-minute drive to the Strip per NREG’s MLS analysis data and Las Vegas city demographics per the U.S. Census. The takeaways below capture what makes this 1960s enclave impossible to replicate.

  • The historic address: developed in the 1960s by Irwin Molasky for Las Vegas's casino executives and entertainers — six decades of prestige.
  • The lot advantage: half-acre to full-acre parcels in ZIP 89102 that no Las Vegas master plan can reproduce at any price.
  • The location: a large-lot luxury neighborhood about five minutes from the Strip and ten minutes from Harry Reid Airport.
  • Renovation upside: a renaissance of ground-up rebuilds and full-gut remodels is creating contemporary dream estates on irreplaceable mid-century lots.
  • Do your homework: renovation scope, jumbo financing, deed restrictions, and HOA dues ($200–$500/mo) all deserve early diligence before writing.

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: NREG’s MLS analysis, U.S. Census, City of Las Vegas

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Many Scotch 80s Homes Sell in Each Price Range?

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 NREG’s MLS analysis 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.

$800K–$1.2M

1

active listings

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$1.2M–$2M

2

active listings

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$2M–$3.5M

1

active listings

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$3.5M+

0

active listings

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How Can You Find a Scotch 80s Home by Type, Era & 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 NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data.

Which Scotch 80s Estate Types Should You Explore?

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.

149 active listings across ZIP 89102 as of October 29, 2026 · MLS data

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School planning

Which Schools Serve a Las Vegas Address?

Ask the district for the address-specific school assignment for the enrollment year, since boundaries change, and confirm it before you buy. Proximity to a school does not guarantee admission; charter, magnet and private schools set their own rules. Check CCSD school zoning · Nevada Report Card

CRIME DATA

How Can You Check Reported Crime Near a Home?

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.

FBI crime data resources · FBI guidance on comparing communities

Living In

What's It Like Living in Scotch 80s, Las Vegas?


The Answer

Living in Scotch 80s means mid-century estate character 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.

What is Scotch 80s known for?

Scotch 80s is known as one of Las Vegas's most historic luxury neighborhoods — 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.

Who should live in Scotch 80s?

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.

What is daily life like?

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.

Location

Where Is Scotch 80s

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.

Las Vegas Strip
5
Min
Downtown / Fremont
5
Min
18b Arts District
10
Min
Harry Reid Airport
10
Min
Summerlin
20
Min

Scotch 80s

At a Glance
$400,000
Community Median (Est.)
$800K–$5M+
Estate Price Range
~300
Homes in Community
32
Days on Market (Est.) (ZIP 89102)

Median, active-listing and days-on-market tiles: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 29, 2026.

Setting
Historic estate neighborhood, central Las Vegas
Acreage
~180 acres
Homes
~300
Established
1960s
Developer
Irwin Molasky / Paradise Development
Lot Sizes
Quarter-acre to full-acre (half- to full-acre typical)
Gate
None (private gates on individual estates)
HOA
$200–$500/mo
Schools
CCSD + Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, Bishop Gorman
Sunshine
300 days/year
Distance to Strip
~5 min
ZIP Code
89102

Quick Answer

Is Scotch 80s a good place to live?

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: 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

Census Housing Data / Scotch 80s

What Does the Census Show About Housing in Scotch 80s?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the tiles below compare housing and population figures for Scotch 80s 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.

Population (Scotch 80s)
~700
vs Las Vegas 679,817
Owner-Occupied
85%
vs Clark Co 58%
Households
~300
vs Clark Co 862,518
Entry Home Price
$800K
vs Clark Co value $431K

Source: NREG community plan records & U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates and Vintage 2025 population estimates, Las Vegas city (Scotch 80s is not separately tabulated) · Updated

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the Scotch 80s Area Growing?

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 96,000 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.

679,817Las Vegas residents (Census)
~300Scotch 80s homes (built out)
+16.5%Las Vegas city growth, 2010–2025 (Census)

Las Vegas citywide population trajectory, 2010–2025 (Census)

Inside the neighborhood, 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.

2010
583,756
2020
641,903
2025 est.
679,817

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Las Vegas. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the enclave separately. Las Vegas city: 2010 and 2020 are decennial Census counts; 2025 is the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 estimate. Last updated September 2026.

REPORTED MARKET SERIES

How Is the Scotch 80s Area Real Estate Market Trending?

The charts below show Las Vegas citywide sold medians, market time, and monthly closings from NREG’s analysis of 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

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

Days on Market (Est.)

~55 days at the luxury estate tier; unique properties trade longer

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

Community Scale

~300 homes — boutique inventory that rewards patient, well-priced sellers

Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers

The long view: the median sold price in Las Vegas rose 144% between 2014 ($179,525) and 2026 ($438,265), across 193,480 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.

32
DAYS ON MARKET (EST.) (ZIP 89102) · OCT 29, 2026
$1.6M
COMMUNITY MEDIAN (EST.)
~300
HOMES IN THE COMMUNITY
< 1 hr
OUR RESPONSE TIME

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Market Competitiveness

How competitive is the Scotch 80s market right now?

Scotch 80s is a deliberate, appointment-driven market — roughly 300 homes, 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.

  • ~$400KCommunity median (est.)
  • ~55 daysEstimated DOM (luxury tier)
  • ~300Total homes in community
  • $800K–$5M+Full estate price range
Before You Buy

What Should You Compare Before Buying a Home in Scotch 80s?

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.

Which Scotch 80s Estate Type Fits Your Buyer Profile?

California Relocators

  • Zero state income tax — $51K annual savings at $500K income
  • 3% property-tax cap vs. California's uncapped annual resets
  • Estate on a half-acre lot at 30–40% of Westside pricing
  • One-hour flight or four-hour drive from SoCal
Best for California Relocators →

Executives & Entrepreneurs

  • Five minutes to the Strip entertainment and hospitality corridor
  • Ten minutes to Harry Reid Airport for frequent travelers
  • Estate privacy without a remote-enclave commute
  • A neighborhood that has set the Las Vegas power-player standard for 60 years
Best for Executives & Entrepreneurs →

Renovation Visionaries

  • Original-condition estates on half-acre to full-acre lots from $800K
  • Ground-up custom rebuild potential on irreplaceable lots
  • Active renovation renaissance — a wave of architectural talent at work
  • City of Las Vegas flexible rebuild permitting on residential infill
Best for Renovation Visionaries →

Privacy-First Buyers

  • Private driveway gates on many estates, per MLS listings
  • Half-acre to full-acre lots with 60 years of mature trees
  • A ~300-home community where neighbors know each other
  • No community gate — compare guard-gated Rancho Circle or Las Vegas Country Club if you want one
Best for Privacy-First Buyers →

Urban Proximity Seekers

  • Five minutes to the Strip and Fremont Street
  • Ten minutes to the 18b Arts District and First Friday scene
  • Quick access to I-15 and US-95 for valley-wide reach
  • Ten minutes to Harry Reid Airport for regional and international travel
Best for Urban Proximity Seekers →

Best Fit For

  • California relocators — estate living at 30–40% of Westside pricing, zero state income tax, and a 3% property-tax cap on primary residences.
  • Executives and entrepreneurs — five minutes to the Strip, ten to the airport, historic prestige, and estate privacy without a remote-enclave commute.
  • Renovation visionaries — original-condition mid-century estates on half-acre to full-acre lots with full rebuild potential — the best renovation canvas in Las Vegas.
  • Las Vegas legacy buyers — the authentic historic address that defined the city's prestige since the Eisenhower era — character no new community can buy.
  • Privacy-first buyers — large private lots, many with their own driveway gates — and guard-gated Rancho Circle and Las Vegas Country Club nearby for buyers who want a staffed community gate.
  • Urban proximity seekers — five minutes to the Strip and Fremont Street, ten to the Arts District — estate living with genuine urban walkability nearby.

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Pros

  • An estate neighborhood approximately five minutes from the Las Vegas Strip — a location impossible to reproduce
  • Half-acre to full-acre lots — irreplaceable land sizes that no modern Las Vegas master plan can offer
  • Ground-up custom rebuild and renovation renaissance underway — significant upside for creative buyers
  • Zero state income tax and a 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.4723
  • Five-minute access to the Strip, Downtown, and the 18b Arts District — Las Vegas urban culture without the hotel crowds

Honest Considerations

  • Renovation scope: original-condition homes may need electrical, plumbing, and HVAC overhauls — price a full inspection and contractor estimate first
  • Jumbo financing required for most prices — lenders want 20–25% down plus reserves above the conforming loan limit
  • Boutique market: only ~300 homes trading; comparable sales are scarce and valuation requires judgment
  • Zoned public schools (Valley HS) rate lower than the private and magnet alternatives — private school budgeting may be necessary
  • Central Las Vegas location: ambient Strip-corridor noise and traffic are a trade-off for the location premium
  • Extreme summer heat — 105°F+ stretches July through September, like the rest of the valley
  • Not a gated community — no staffed or community gate; buyers who want one should compare Rancho Circle or Las Vegas Country Club

Estate Type Comparison

How Do Scotch 80s's Four Estate Types Compare?

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 NREG’s MLS analysis. Honesty note: with ~300 homes total, per-category market medians would be statistical noise, so we publish entry points and characteristics instead.

Scotch 80s estate type comparison · June 2026 · entry points per the community plan record
SubmarketMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActive ListingsBest For
Custom Remodeled EstatesFrom $2M+n/a*n/a*n/a*Modern · Trophy · Turn-Key
New-Build Custom EstatesFrom $3M+n/a*n/a*n/a*Contemporary · Bespoke · Premium
Classic Midcentury HomesFrom $1M+n/a*n/a*n/a*Original character · Renovation potential
Value Renovation OpportunitiesFrom $800K+n/a*n/a*n/a*Renovation · Entry · Upside
Premium Lot HomesFrom $2.5M+n/a*n/a*n/a*Full-acre · Corner · Maximum potential
Las Vegas Country Club (Adjacent)From $400Kn/a*n/a*n/a*Golf · Guard-gated · Similar vintage

Source: NREG’s MLS analysis 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

What's Inside Scotch 80s's Estate Categories?

Submarket 1

Custom Remodeled Estates

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 →
$2M+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 2

New-Build Custom Estates

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 →
$3M+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 3

Classic Midcentury Homes

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 →
$1M+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 4

Value Renovation Opportunities

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 →
$800K+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 5

Premium Lot Homes

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 →
$2.5M+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 6

Las Vegas Country Club (Adjacent)

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 →
$400K+Median Price
n/a*Days on Market
n/a*Active Listings
n/a*Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 7

The Scotch 80s Renovation Renaissance

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 in this neighborhood — on lots that cannot be reproduced anywhere else in the valley.

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~300Historic Homes
60+Years of History
½–1Acre Lots (Typical)
$800K+Entry Pricing
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BY ZIP CODE

How Does the Scotch 80s ZIP Code (89102) Break Down?

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 Scotch 80s enclave from the surrounding ZIP-area context — the community carries significant premium over the surrounding area per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.

Scotch 80s and ZIP 89102 corridors · June 2026 · community figures labeled as estimates
ZIPPrimary AreaMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActiveYoY
89102Scotch 80s proper — historic mid-century estates$800K–$5M+ (plan range)n/a*~55 (est.)Boutique — check current MLSn/a*
89102Las Vegas Country Club (adjacent guard-gated golf)From $400Kn/a*variesSee MLSn/a*
89102Central Las Vegas corridors (surrounding)From $250K–$500Kn/a*variesMany — see searchn/a*
89102Rancho Drive / Alta Drive corridorFrom $300K+n/a*varies—n/a*
89102Full ZIP 89102 citywide benchmarkBelow Scotch 80s due to surrounding mix—see LVRsee LVRn/a*

Source: NREG’s MLS analysis 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.

Outdoor Recreation

What Outdoor Amenities Does Scotch 80s Offer?

Mature estate streets at home, 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

Scotch 80s Estate Streets

~180 acresWalking · Estate characterNeighborhood

Tree-lined estate streets with 60-plus years of mature shade trees, circular drives, and the unhurried pace of a historic estate neighborhood.

10 MIN

Angel Park Golf Club

36 holesPublic golfPublic

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

Desert Breeze Park

~20 acresSports · AquaticsFree

One of the west side's most complete parks — skate park, soccer fields, playground, walking paths, and a community pool.

10 MIN

18b Arts District

Walkable urban districtGalleries · Dining · CultureFree

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

Downtown / Fremont Street

Entertainment districtShows · Dining · HistoryFree / ticketed

The birthplace of Las Vegas — the Fremont Street Experience canopy, vintage neon, and the city's most historic entertainment corridor.

5 MIN

Las Vegas Strip

4.2 milesWorld-class dining · Shows · PoolsFree / ticketed

The world's most famous entertainment corridor is literally five minutes away — a lifestyle asset unique to this neighborhood.

25 MIN

Red Rock Canyon NCA

~195,000 acresHiking · Scenic driveBLM fee

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

Springs Preserve

180 acresTrails · MuseumsTicketed

Botanical gardens, desert trails, and the Nevada State Museum at the historic springs — a surprisingly lush retreat ten minutes away.

The Scotch 80s Lifestyle

What Does a Weekend in Scotch 80s Look Like?

Three moods within minutes of home: 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.

~300Homes in the Neighborhood
~180Acres of Mature Estate Character
5Minutes to the Strip
60+Years of History

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Scotch 80s Homes This Weekend?

Open houses are rare in Scotch 80s — most estate sellers show by appointment only. 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 showings on your timeline.

Planning a move

What Should I Verify Before Moving to Scotch 80s?

Budget around the specific home, not a community average. Before you compare the cost of a move to Scotch 80s, get these in writing:

  • The parcel's annual assessment, prior-year tax bill and abatement eligibility. A sale alone does not reset Nevada’s tax cap. Nevada tax-abatement rules
  • Lender, insurance and utility quotes for the exact address, plus the association's resale documents and any special assessments.
  • The school assignment for the enrollment year, confirmed with the district.
  • Your tax situation, reviewed by an adviser — California-source income can remain taxable after a move (Franchise Tax Board).
  • Qualifying new residents generally must obtain a Nevada driver’s license and vehicle registration within 30 days. Check the Nevada DMV’s requirements and exceptions for your circumstances.

The full step-by-step relocation checklist, from timeline to first-week setup, is in one place.

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ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Scotch 80s Economy?

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.

$250,000+Avg household income, Scotch 80sNREG community plan record
85%Owner-occupied householdsCommunity plan record
5 minTo the Strip resort employment coreVia Rancho Dr / I-15
10 minTo Harry Reid International AirportVia I-15 South

Top Scotch 80s-Area Employers

  • Las Vegas Strip Resort CorridorThe world's highest-concentration hospitality and entertainment employment district — five minutes east
  • Fremont Street / Downtown Las VegasCasino, hospitality, and municipal employment — five minutes east via Las Vegas Blvd
  • University Medical Center of Southern NevadaClark County's public hospital and Level I trauma center — about 10 minutes south
  • UNLV / Nevada State UniversityMajor higher-education employers in the valley — 15–20 minutes via US-95
  • City of Las VegasMunicipal services and administration for the parent city and surrounding neighborhoods
  • Las Vegas Convention CenterConvention and meeting industry employment — 10 minutes northeast

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

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Scotch 80s Compare to Rancho Circle, Las Vegas Country Club & Queensridge?

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 NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.

Scotch 80s vs Rancho Circle vs Las Vegas Country Club vs Queensridge · June 2026
MetricScotch 80sRancho CircleLas Vegas CCQueensridge
Entry Price~$800K~$1M+~$400K (condos)~$800K
Community Median~$1.6M~$2M+~$700K~$800K+ (ZIP-area)
Lot Sizes½–1 acre½–1+ acresGolf-course lots varyQuarter–third acre
Homes~300~100~1,400987
Established1960s1960s19671997
GolfNone (adjacent Angel Park public)NonePrivate 18-holeNone (Angel Park adjacent)
Guard-GatedNo (private gates on individual estates)24/7 staffed24/7 staffed24/7 staffed since 1997
Strip Distance~5 min~15 min~15 min~15 min
Best ForHistoric · Lots · Strip proximityMaximum exclusivityGolf · Scale · Entry pricingCentrality · Towers · Value

Sources: NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Community figures are plan-record values and estimates; LVR citywide data is the liquid market benchmark. Last updated June 2026.

Cost of Ownership

What Will Scotch 80s Cost You Each Month?

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.

Illustrative Payment Estimator

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Home Price
$1,600,000
$1,600,000
$1,600,000
Down Payment
20% / $320,000
20% / $320,000
20% / $320,000
Interest Rate
7.0%
7.0%
7.0%
Term Years
30
30
30
Annual Property Tax Assumption
$9,600
$9,600
$9,600
Annual Insurance Assumption
$1,800
$1,800
$1,800
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  • Property Tax$800
  • Insurance$150
  • HOA$200
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How Easy Is Getting Around From Scotch 80s?

Location is Scotch 80s's single greatest advantage: 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 from Scotch 80s

  • ~5 minLas Vegas Strip (nearest resort)Rancho Dr / I-15 south
  • ~5 minDowntown / Fremont StreetLas Vegas Blvd north
  • ~10 min18b Arts DistrictCharleston Blvd east
  • ~10 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-15 South
  • ~10 minUniversity Medical CenterW Charleston Blvd south
  • ~20 minSummerlin / TPC Las VegasUS-95 West
  • ~25 minHendersonI-15 South / I-215
  • ~25 minRed Rock CanyonUS-95 West / W Charleston Blvd

Transportation Options

  • Driving

    The default and consistently painless: Scotch 80s sits at the geographic center of the Las Vegas Valley, with Rancho Drive, Charleston Boulevard, and Alta Drive all nearby, feeding directly to US-95 and I-15.

  • RTC Transit

    Multiple RTC routes run on Charleston and other corridors within a few blocks, but residents should plan for a car-centric lifestyle — this is an estate community designed around private vehicle access.

  • Cycling

    The community's estate streets are pleasant for riding; Las Vegas Valley bike paths and the Nevada State trails network connect to the broader valley from nearby corridors.

  • Rideshare

    Highly available and affordable this close to the Strip corridor — airport runs cost roughly $15–$25 at ten minutes away.

Drive times are typical off-peak estimates for the route named; check live traffic before you rely on one.

Quick Answer

How long does it take to close on a home in Scotch 80s?

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 can take extra scheduling. Budget a few days of buffer.

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What down payment do you need to buy in Scotch 80s?

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.

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What is the median home price in Scotch 80s?

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 32 days on market at the luxury tier.

Is Scotch 80s guard-gated?

No. Scotch 80s is not a gated community: none of the 46 Scotch 80s MLS listings since 2021 describes a guard gate. The gates its listings do mention — automatic driveway gates, gated courtyards, private estate entries — belong to individual homes. Buyers who want a staffed community gate nearby usually compare Rancho Circle or Las Vegas Country Club. Our agents arrange Scotch 80s showings with same-day notice in most cases.

How large are the lots in Scotch 80s?

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.

When was Scotch 80s built and who developed it?

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.

What celebrities and notable residents have lived in Scotch 80s?

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. Large private estate lots 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.

Is new construction happening in Scotch 80s?

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.

What are HOA fees in Scotch 80s?

Check each property. Some Scotch 80s homes carry no HOA at all — 5 of the 46 Scotch 80s MLS listings since 2021 say “No HOA” and none cites HOA dues — and none of those listings describes a guard gate or patrol service for dues to fund. Where a home does sit in an association, 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.

What are property taxes like in Scotch 80s?

Property taxes are low by national standards. The Clark County Assessor applies an effective rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% of market value, and Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 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.

How does Scotch 80s compare to Rancho Circle and Rancho Bel Air?

All three are vintage Las Vegas neighborhoods with large lots, mid-century provenance, and a renovation renaissance underway; Rancho Circle and Rancho Bel Air are guard-gated, while Scotch 80s is not gated. 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.

How does Scotch 80s compare to Las Vegas Country Club?

Both are vintage neighborhoods near the Strip with mid-century character, but only Las Vegas Country Club is guard-gated. 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.

What is the Arts District proximity and how does it affect Scotch 80s buyers?

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: mid-century estate prestige a short drive from the city's most vibrant street-level scene.

What does Nevada's tax advantage mean for a Scotch 80s buyer moving from California?

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 361.4723 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 in a comparable Los Angeles neighborhood.

What should I know before buying in Scotch 80s?

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.

What down payment do you need to buy in Scotch 80s?

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 to sellers and shortens your timeline when the right estate appears.

How long does it take to close on a home in Scotch 80s?

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; build that into your contingency calendar.

Can Nevada Real Estate Group help me buy or sell in Scotch 80s?

Yes — call (702) 637-1759 or start your search online. Our agents coordinate 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.

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Where exactly is Scotch 80s in Las Vegas?

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.

Why is it called Scotch 80s?

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.

How many homes are in Scotch 80s?

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.

Can you drive through Scotch 80s without an agent?

You can — Scotch 80s has no community gate, and none of the 46 Scotch 80s MLS listings since 2021 describes a guard. Many estates sit behind their own private gates, so seeing a home inside still takes an appointment: call (702) 637-1759 and we typically arrange showings with same-day notice.

Is Scotch 80s part of Summerlin?

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.

Are there any new homes for sale in Scotch 80s?

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.

How does Scotch 80s compare to The Ridges in Summerlin?

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.

Is Scotch 80s a good investment?

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

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Scotch 80s?

Compare Scotch 80s with neighboring historic neighborhoods and nearby Las Vegas communities. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning, so you can judge whether trading the historic address for newer construction actually buys you more home for the money.

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Rancho Circle

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Rancho Bel Air

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Queensridge

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Summerlin

$728K

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Henderson

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A–Z INDEX

Which Scotch 80s Estate Types Can You Explore A–Z?

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.

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  • Classic Midcentury Homes
  • Custom Remodeled Estates

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  • New-Build Custom Estates

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  • Premium Lot Homes (full-acre)

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Scotch 80s Data Come From?

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.

  1. NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data (via Repliers) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, active and closed counts for ZIP 89102 and the Las Vegas metro. NREG market report
  2. U.S. Census Bureau — Las Vegas city population, income, age, and housing data (Scotch 80s is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
  3. City of Las Vegas — City services, police jurisdiction, permit data, and short-term rental regulations. lasvegasnevada.gov
  4. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, parcel dimensions, and deed information. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
  5. Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
  6. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Las Vegas violent and property crime rates, national comparisons. fbi.gov/ucr
  7. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data for the Las Vegas MSA. bls.gov
  8. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, and student-teacher ratios for CCSD and private schools. greatschools.org
  9. California Franchise Tax Board — California state income tax rates cited in the Nevada-vs.-California relocation comparison. ftb.ca.gov
  10. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator. freddiemac.com/pmms

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.

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