Families with School-Age Children
- Sig Rogich MS (10/10) — one of the valley's top middle schools
- Palo Verde HS (8/10) in the zoned path
- Fox Hill Park and The Paseos trails for daily play
- Quiet streets with no through-traffic

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AREA MEDIAN LIST (ZIP 89138)
$700K
LVR / GLVAR, September 2026
DOVE ROCK PRICE RANGE
$620K–$880K
Community plan record
HOA (SUMMERLIN MASTER + SUB)
$85–$200/mo
Community plan record
DAYS ON MARKET (AREA)
38
LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 14, 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Dove Rock at Kestrel is an attainable single-family neighborhood in Summerlin West (ZIP 89138) priced $620K–$880K, with an area median list of $825,300 per Las Vegas REALTORS, 40 median days on market, and demographics per the U.S. Census. The takeaways below cover the essentials every Kestrel buyer needs before touring.
Last updated September 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, Howard Hughes Corporation
The Kestrel village ZIP 89138 carries active listings refreshed daily according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Dove Rock homes in this neighborhood typically list between $620,000 and $880,000. The eight newest area listings appear below, and every active listing is searchable in our live Las Vegas MLS portal.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Across ZIP 89138 in September 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, inventory concentrates in the $500K–$900K band — the attainable Summerlin West range where Dove Rock competes. Dove Rock homes fall in the $620K–$880K tier. The counts below show where buyer competition concentrates in this corridor and which price band sees the most activity.
Active listings in the Kestrel village are refreshed daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. The links below filter our live Las Vegas search by property type, price, and lifestyle to surface the homes that match how you actually want to live.
Dove Rock is one of several single-family sub-neighborhoods in the Kestrel village of Summerlin West. Each card below links to the most relevant community hub or live search, with the price band context buyers ask about most.
Updated daily · 367 active listings · MLS data
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CRIME DATA
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Living in Dove Rock means modern single-family homes at Summerlin's western edge, direct trail access, and five-minute drives to Downtown Summerlin. The neighborhood sits in Las Vegas per the City of Las Vegas, with Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10) nearby and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west.
Dove Rock is known for attainable Summerlin West pricing ($620K–$880K), modern production-builder homes with contemporary desert architecture, direct access to Summerlin's 150-plus mile trail network, and proximity to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and top-rated CCSD schools including Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10).
Families targeting the Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10) and Palo Verde High School zones, California relocators seeking Summerlin lifestyle at attainable pricing, remote workers who prize trail access and mountain proximity, and first-time Summerlin buyers stepping into the master plan.
Mornings on Summerlin trails from your doorstep, five-minute drives to Downtown Summerlin for coffee and errands, weekend hikes at Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west, and City National Arena nearby for Golden Knights events — with the Strip about 20 minutes east when the occasion calls for it.
Dove Rock at Kestrel sits in the Kestrel village on the northern edge of Summerlin West in Las Vegas (ZIP 89138), at roughly 3,000 feet elevation along the valley's western rim. The neighborhood is bordered by desert preserve land near Red Rock Canyon to the west and the Summerlin trail network to the east and south.
Quick Answer
Yes — especially for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Dove Rock pairs modern Summerlin West homes priced $620K–$880K with direct access to 150-plus miles of trails, Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10), and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west. The trade-offs are real — no guard gate, summer heat that peaks at 110°F+, and a $85–$200 HOA dual layer — but for buyers who value top schools, trail access, and attainable Summerlin pricing, few addresses in the valley compete at this price point.
Source: Howard Hughes Corporation
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas has 656,274 residents and a median household income of $66,820. The Kestrel corridor skews higher: community demographics show a median age of about 38 and average household income above $110,000 — roughly 50% above the Clark County median — reflecting the professional families Summerlin attracts.
The Census does not tabulate Dove Rock separately, so citywide Las Vegas figures are the statistical backdrop. Within the Kestrel corridor, our closing data shows families targeting the Sig Rogich-to-Palo Verde school pipeline, CCSD and healthcare professionals from Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, remote workers drawn by the trail lifestyle, and a steady stream of California relocators trading coastal taxes for Nevada's zero.
Source: NREG community plan records & U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas city (Dove Rock at Kestrel is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
Summerlin West is actively growing — Howard Hughes Corporation continues opening new Kestrel-adjacent villages as Las Vegas expands westward. Las Vegas has added roughly 72,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and the western Summerlin corridor (ZIP 89138) remains among the most in-demand for families and professional households. Dove Rock itself is primarily resale, while new phases nearby keep buyer demand active.
Summerlin's westward expansion into ZIP 89138 aligns with the valley's broader growth — Las Vegas has been one of the fastest-growing metros in the U.S. for a decade, and the Kestrel corridor's trail access, elevation, and top-rated schools make it a destination for households priced out of comparable California communities. Howard Hughes Corporation continues phasing new villages that add rooftops and amenity infrastructure within walking distance of Dove Rock.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and Howard Hughes Corporation. 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 the Kestrel area trades against. ZIP 89138 Summerlin West is one of the more active west-side ZIP codes, with Dove Rock homes at $620K–$880K competing in the valley's most in-demand school-and-trail corridor.
Median List Price
$700,000 area median for ZIP 89138 (Summerlin West/Kestrel)
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
~40 median days across the Kestrel area; active but not frenzied
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Price Range
$620K–$880K for Dove Rock homes per community plan record
vs September 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
The long view: Las Vegas's median sold price rose 145% between 2014 ($179,525) and 2026 ($438,960), across 191,278 recorded closings — Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR) MLS records via Repliers.
ACTIVE MARKET
Market Competitiveness
The Kestrel corridor is a steady, professionally driven market — Dove Rock homes at $620K–$880K move in roughly 40 median days per Las Vegas REALTORS data, reflecting strong but measured demand. Buyers with clean conventional or VA pre-approvals compete well here; cash offers do occur but are less dominant than at the luxury tier.
Dove Rock is not one-size-fits-all — it's an attainable Summerlin West neighborhood that rewards specific buyer types over others. Five profiles below match lifestyles to the Kestrel setting, followed by the honest pros and trade-offs our team walks every client through before the first showing.
Ready to explore Dove Rock at Kestrel? Our team knows every sub-neighborhood in the Kestrel village, which builder phases are closest to Dove Rock, and how to navigate the dual HOA structure.
Start Your Home SearchNeighborhood Comparison
A side-by-side of the key Kestrel village sub-neighborhoods and nearby Summerlin communities — entry pricing, lifestyle fit, and who each suits — drawn from the community plan record and active-listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Honesty note: sub-neighborhood-level medians would be statistical noise, so we publish entry points and differentiators instead.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Rock at Kestrel | $620K–$880K | n/a* | ~40 | n/a* | Attainable entry · Schools |
| Falcon Crest at Kestrel | From $650K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Single-family · Kestrel peer |
| Kestrel Village (Summerlin) | $600K–$1M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Village overview · All phases |
| The Ridges at Summerlin | From $2M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Guard-gated · Ultra luxury |
| Red Rock Country Club | From $1.2M+ | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Guard-gated · Golf |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus the NREG community plan record, June 2026. Per-sub-neighborhood $/SF and DOM are intentionally omitted — samples are too small to be meaningful. ZIP 89138 area benchmarks used for the corridor.
Neighborhood Deep Dive
Submarket 1
Dove Rock is the attainable entry tier in Kestrel — modern single-family homes priced $620K–$880K with direct trail access, Sig Rogich MS zoning (10/10), and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west. The full Summerlin master-plan infrastructure at $85–$200/mo HOA.
Browse Dove Rock at Kestrel homes →Submarket 2
A sibling Kestrel sub-neighborhood at a similar price point to Dove Rock — families cross-shopping both should compare school-boundary assignments and specific floor plans, as builder phases can differ.
Browse Falcon Crest at Kestrel homes →Submarket 3
The Kestrel village hub covers all sub-neighborhoods — use it as the starting point to compare every active phase and resale pocket within the northern Summerlin West corridor.
Browse Kestrel Village (Summerlin) homes →Submarket 4
Summerlin's most prestigious guard-gated enclave — for buyers who want staffed entry, Bear's Best golf, and ultra-luxury architecture and are willing to triple the Dove Rock entry price.
Browse The Ridges at Summerlin homes →Submarket 5
Guard-gated Summerlin with two Arnold Palmer golf courses — the premium-lifestyle option between Dove Rock's attainable pricing and The Ridges' ultra-luxury tier.
Browse Red Rock Country Club homes →Submarket 6
Dove Rock's front porch: 125-plus shops and restaurants, City National Arena (Golden Knights practice facility), seasonal outdoor events, and the west valley's best walkable retail strip. Five minutes by car or bike from the neighborhood.
Browse Downtown Summerlin — Five Minutes Away homes →STILL DECIDING?
BY ZIP CODE
ZIP 89138 covers the Kestrel village and adjacent Summerlin West neighborhoods including Dove Rock ($620K–$880K), Falcon Crest at Kestrel, and newer corridor phases. Understanding the ZIP-wide benchmarks — an area median list of $700,000 and roughly 40 days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS — helps buyers contextualize individual listing prices versus the corridor norm.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89138 | Dove Rock at Kestrel (single-family, non-gated) | $620K–$880K | n/a* | ~40 | Active (check MLS) | n/a* |
| 89138 | Falcon Crest at Kestrel and adjacent phases | From $650K | n/a* | n/a* | — | n/a* |
| 89138 | Kestrel village broader corridor (all phases) | From $600K | n/a* | n/a* | — | n/a* |
| 89138 | ZIP 89138 area benchmark (Summerlin West) | $700,000 list | — | ~40 | See MLS | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus NREG corridor analysis. *Sub-neighborhood-level $/SF and year-over-year change are intentionally omitted: sample sizes are too small to be meaningful, so we publish plan ranges and ZIP-area benchmarks instead. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
Builders
Dove Rock was built out by national production builders as part of the Kestrel village development. Today it is primarily resale, but Howard Hughes Corporation continues opening new phases in adjacent Kestrel sub-neighborhoods and other Summerlin West villages. Incentives change monthly — verify current offers with our team before you write anything.
Family & Move-Up
Active in adjacent Summerlin West phases near Kestrel
Entry & Family
Broad presence in the 89138 corridor
Family & Design Flex
Known for customization options in production range
Personalization Focus
Studio design-your-home approach in active phases
Luxury Move-Up
For buyers outgrowing the Dove Rock price band
Outdoor Recreation
Dove Rock delivers the best outdoor access of any attainable Summerlin address: 150-plus miles of trails from the doorstep, two parks inside the Kestrel corridor, and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west. The Bureau of Land Management manages the roughly 195,000-acre conservation area — 26-plus named hikes, world-class climbing, and a 13-mile scenic loop.
IN KESTREL
A linear park threading through the Kestrel village with walking trails, desert native plantings, and open desert-edge corridors — the neighborhood's everyday outdoor anchor.
IN KESTREL
The Kestrel corridor's workhorse family park: adventure playground with zip lines, disc golf course, and trail connections — popular with families after school and on weekends.
~10 MIN
The Mojave's signature conservation area and one of the premier outdoor destinations in the Southwest. Calico Hills, Turtlehead Peak, and world-class sport climbing all ten minutes west.
FROM DOORSTEP
Summerlin's master-plan trail system connects Kestrel to Downtown Summerlin, parks, schools, and the Red Rock Canyon edge — the daily active infrastructure no other Summerlin competitor can match at this price.
~5 MIN
The west valley's retail and entertainment hub — 125-plus shops and restaurants, weekly farmers markets, outdoor events, and City National Arena (Golden Knights practice facility).
~20 MIN
Home of the Shriners Children's Open PGA Tour stop — one of the best public courses in the Southwest, about 20 minutes south of Dove Rock.
~25 MIN
The Las Vegas Valley's summer-heat escape: water slides and pools the kids request on every 105°F weekend, about 25 minutes from Kestrel.
The Dove Rock at Kestrel Lifestyle
Trail run on the Summerlin network at 7am, brunch at Downtown Summerlin by 10, an afternoon hike at Calico Hills in Red Rock Canyon — roughly 195,000 conservation acres per the Bureau of Land Management ten minutes west — and an evening at City National Arena if the Golden Knights are home.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses in Dove Rock are more common than guard-gated Summerlin enclaves — this is an open neighborhood and sellers often hold Sunday showings. Set up instant alerts to get notified the moment a Dove Rock home schedules an open house, or browse every active Kestrel area listing now and let us arrange private tours.
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
Dove Rock runs on a professional and family-oriented economy: CCSD employees, healthcare professionals, remote workers, and corporate staff along the 215 corridor. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market is historically strong, and the Kestrel corridor average household income runs above $110,000 — roughly 50% above the Clark County median.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Howard Hughes Corporation. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
Dove Rock wins on Sig Rogich MS (10/10) and Red Rock Canyon access at an attainable $620K–$880K Summerlin price; Henderson wins on citywide safety; the broader Las Vegas market wins on inventory selection. This side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026 — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Dove Rock at Kestrel | Summerlin | Las Vegas | Henderson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Price | $620K–$880K | From $350K | From $200K | From $300K |
| Area Median List | $700K (ZIP 89138) | $728K (Summerlin-wide) | $476K | $548K |
| Days on Market | ~40 (area) | 21 | 20 | 21 |
| Guard-Gated | No (open) | Select enclaves (The Ridges) | Select enclaves | Select enclaves (MacDonald Highlands) |
| Red Rock Canyon | ~10 min | ~15–20 min (some villages) | ~25 min | ~35 min |
| HOA | $85–$200/mo | Varies by village | Varies | Varies |
| Best For | Schools · Trails · Attainable Summerlin | Luxury · Schools · Outdoors | Selection · Urban · Investors | Families · Safety · Retirees |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Dove Rock income and demographic figures are community-record values; city demographics are Las Vegas citywide — the Census does not tabulate the neighborhood separately. Last updated June 2026.
Build a property-specific budget using a lender quote, the parcel tax estimate, insurance quotes and association documents. The starting amounts below are editable illustrations, not current local rates or verified fees. Compare the result with your Loan Estimate, and budget separately for maintenance, utilities and closing costs.
Inputs are assumptions, not a loan offer, insurance quote or parcel tax calculation. This simplified fixed-rate example applies the selected PMI rate below 20% down; actual mortgage-insurance eligibility, cost and cancellation depend on the loan. Maintenance, utilities, closing costs and special assessments are additional. Review the CFPB housing budget guide and confirm amounts with the relevant providers.
BUYING AND RENTING
Compare actual homes that meet the same needs over your expected time in the area. A purchase price and an advertised rent alone do not establish which option costs less. Use current quotes and separate monthly cash flow, upfront cash, and the amount you might recover when moving.
Start with the down payment, lender and closing charges, and any immediate repairs. Add principal and interest, property taxes, insurance, mortgage insurance where applicable, association dues, utilities and ongoing maintenance. Identify expenses paid outside escrow so they are included in your household budget.
For a later sale, model the remaining loan balance and selling expenses. Appreciation is uncertain; compare unchanged-price and lower-price cases as well as any growth assumption. Principal repayment builds an ownership interest, but that does not guarantee a profit or make every cash payment recoverable.
Use an actual lease offer and confirm the term, deposit, renewal provisions, parking, pet charges, utilities and renter's insurance. Record which maintenance services are included and any costs or restrictions associated with an early move. An advertised starting rent may not include every required charge.
Keep the comparison consistent: use the same time period, household needs and moving assumptions. Include the cash that remains available when a down payment is not used, without assuming a guaranteed investment return. Your need for flexibility and responsibility for repairs also matter alongside the financial figures.
There is no verified community-wide holding period or five-year equity gain shown here. Ask your lender to explain financing assumptions and have a tax professional assess any claimed tax benefit for your circumstances. Keep a copy of the quotes and dates so you can update the comparison before making an offer.
PROPERTY-SPECIFIC ASSOCIATION COSTS
A community name does not establish a property's current dues or all the associations that govern it. Obtain the applicable resale package, budget and governing documents for the exact address. Confirm the effective date and payment frequency of each fee with the association or its manager.
Identify master and sub-association dues separately. Check whether utilities, exterior maintenance, insurance, amenities or club access are included, optional or billed separately. A listing's monthly figure may omit a quarterly or annual charge, and an advertised amenity does not establish membership rights.
Ask about transfer, document, capital-contribution and other transaction fees, as well as approved or proposed assessments. Confirm who pays each item under the contract. Review available reserve and budget information; historical dues are not a guarantee of future charges.
Verify the actual rules for leasing, pets, parking, property changes and amenity access. Age restrictions and gate staffing require their own current documentation. Do not assume neighboring subdivisions or similarly named communities have identical rules, services or fees.
COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION
Kestrel's location gives Dove Rock residents easy access to the Summerlin Parkway and I-215 — the two corridors that reach every quadrant of the Las Vegas Valley. Mean Las Vegas commutes run about 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — and most Dove Rock daily 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 Dove Rock purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. Cash offers can close in 14–21 days. The dual-layer Summerlin HOA adds a few days for both associations' document review and questionnaire turnaround. Nevada's escrow process is title-company driven — no attorneys required — and our team coordinates every step from offer acceptance through utility transfers.
Quick Answer
Most Dove Rock buyers put down 5–20%. On a $700,000 home: FHA allows 3.5% ($24,500), conventional allows 5% ($35,000), and 20% ($140,000) eliminates PMI. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans — significant for the many military households in the Las Vegas Valley. Get a Summerlin-area lender pre-approval before touring; well-prepared buyers move faster in a 40-day market.
Dove Rock at Kestrel FAQ — 18 Answers
The median list price for Dove Rock homes in Kestrel runs around $825,300 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data for ZIP 89138, with individual homes typically between $620,000 and $880,000. Nevada adds no state income tax and a property-tax rate of roughly 0.5–0.75%, capped at 3% annually for primary residences under NRS 361.471.
Yes — Dove Rock is a single-family neighborhood within the Kestrel village, one of the newest villages on the northern edge of Summerlin West. Summerlin is the Howard Hughes Corporation master plan spanning roughly 22,500 acres on the western edge of Las Vegas. Residents share the full Summerlin amenity network: 150-plus miles of trails, Downtown Summerlin shopping, City National Arena, and community parks — all for HOA dues of about $85–$200 per month.
Dove Rock is in ZIP code 89138, the postal code that covers the Kestrel village and several other Summerlin West neighborhoods in Las Vegas. The 89138 area sits along the valley's western edge at roughly 3,000 feet elevation, adjacent to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. Use 89138 when setting up listing alerts to capture Dove Rock and the surrounding Kestrel sub-neighborhoods without pulling the broader Las Vegas inventory.
Plan on $85–$200 per month in Dove Rock, combining the Summerlin community association master fee with sub-association assessments. Those dues fund trail maintenance, community parks, landscaping, and access to Summerlin's amenity network. Exact figures vary by sub-association and phase. During escrow — typically 30–45 days in Nevada — request the resale package to verify current dues, reserves, and any pending assessments before you close.
Clark County School District zoned campuses include John C. Vanderburg Elementary, Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10 per GreatSchools — one of the highest-rated middle schools in the valley), and Palo Verde High School (8/10). Private options include The Meadows School and Bishop Gorman High School; charter alternatives include Doral Academy Red Rock (9/10) and Pinecrest Academy of Nevada. Always verify current attendance boundaries for any specific address before you write an offer.
About 20 minutes door to door: take Summerlin Parkway to I-15 south. Harry Reid International Airport runs roughly 30 minutes via I-215 South. More importantly for daily life, Downtown Summerlin's 125-plus shops and restaurants are about five minutes away and Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area is about ten — so most errands and recreation happen close to home without touching the freeway.
Dove Rock was built out by national production builders — Lennar, DR Horton, Richmond American, and KB Home among them — during the Kestrel village's development phases. The neighborhood is primarily resale today, though Howard Hughes Corporation continues opening new villages nearby in Summerlin West. Buyers wanting brand-new construction in Kestrel should ask our team which adjacent phases are currently selling and what incentives apply.
No — Dove Rock is an open, non-gated neighborhood within the Kestrel village of Summerlin. The community is accessible without a staffed entry, typical of Summerlin's production-builder villages. Buyers wanting guard-gated Summerlin living should compare The Ridges (from $2M+) or Red Rock Country Club (from $1.2M+). Dove Rock trades the staffed gate for Kestrel's attainable price point and the full Summerlin trail-and-amenity infrastructure at $85–$200 per month.
Kestrel is one of the newest villages in Summerlin West, on the northern edge of the master plan near Red Rock Canyon. Howard Hughes Corporation developed it as part of the ongoing westward expansion of Summerlin, bringing production builders and master-plan infrastructure — trails, parks, schools — to the valley's highest-elevation residential corridors near 3,000 feet. Dove Rock is one of several single-family neighborhoods within Kestrel, offering attainable entry into the Summerlin master plan.
Nevada's effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.75% of a home's 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 $825,300 Dove Rock home that means approximately $3,500–$5,250 per year. Add zero state income tax — California's top rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board — and the carrying-cost math versus comparable California suburbs is dramatic.
A household earning $200,000 saves roughly $20,000 or more per year by moving from California to Nevada — zero state income tax versus California's top 13.3% rate per the Franchise Tax Board. At a $825,300 budget, a Dove Rock buyer gets a modern Summerlin single-family home near Red Rock Canyon for a fraction of comparable suburban California pricing, with a 3% primary-residence property-tax cap under NRS 361.471 locking in long-run affordability.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area — roughly 195,000 acres managed by the Bureau of Land Management — is about ten minutes from Dove Rock, offering 26-plus named hikes, a 13-mile scenic loop, and world-class climbing. The Paseos Linear Park and Fox Hill Park are within the Kestrel corridor. Summerlin's 150-plus miles of trails thread through the village for daily running, cycling, and walking. TPC Summerlin golf course is about 20 minutes south.
Dove Rock homes in ZIP 89138 averaged about 38 days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS data — an active but not frenzied pace. At the $620K–$880K attainable-Kestrel price band, inventory turns faster than the luxury tier. Buyers in this range compete against well-qualified conventionally financed households; having a strong pre-approval and agent relationships in the village matters. Call (702) 637-1759 to get a current read before you write.
Mornings typically start on Summerlin's trail network from your doorstep — Kestrel connects directly to the 150-plus mile system. Downtown Summerlin's 125-plus shops and restaurants are five minutes away for coffee and errands. Red Rock Canyon is ten minutes west for weekend hikes. City National Arena (home of the Vegas Golden Knights practice facility) is nearby, and the Strip is roughly 20 minutes east when you want it.
Yes — Nevada Real Estate Group is Nevada's #1 real estate team, with 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85 billion in volume. Our agents know the Kestrel village's sub-neighborhoods, builder-phase nuances, and HOA documents. Whether you're relocating from California, upgrading within Summerlin, or listing a Dove Rock home, call (702) 637-1759 for same-day guidance and a current market analysis.
Most Dove Rock buyers put down 5–20%. On a $825,300 home, a conventional 5% down payment is roughly $35,000; 10% is $70,000; 20% eliminates PMI at $140,000. FHA allows 3.5% down for qualifying buyers. VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans — a significant advantage for the many military households in the Las Vegas Valley. Get pre-approved before touring so your offer is credible the moment the right Dove Rock home hits the market.
Most Dove Rock purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company. Cash offers can close in 14–21 days. The Summerlin HOA document review adds a few days — budget time to read the resale package covering dues, reserves, CC&Rs, and any pending assessments before you fund. Nevada's escrow process is straightforward; our team coordinates every step from offer acceptance through gate-transponder registration.
Dove Rock sits at roughly 3,000 feet elevation on the northern edge of Summerlin West — higher than most Las Vegas Valley neighborhoods. That elevation means slightly cooler summer temperatures than the valley floor (typically 5–8°F cooler at peak heat) and cleaner mountain air from Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west. Winter mornings can see frost; check your HOA for guidance on freeze-sensitive landscaping.
Updated September 2026
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PEOPLE ALSO ASK
These are the questions Dove Rock at Kestrel buyers actually type into search engines and AI assistants — covering HOA fees, school ratings, ZIP code, guard-gate status, and elevation, each answered with specifics from Las Vegas REALTORS, GreatSchools, the Bureau of Land Management, and Howard Hughes Corporation records.
Yes — Dove Rock is a single-family neighborhood within the Kestrel village of Summerlin, the Howard Hughes Corporation master plan spanning 22,500 acres on the western edge of Las Vegas. Residents access the full Summerlin amenity network including 150-plus miles of trails, Downtown Summerlin, and community parks for $85–$200/mo in combined HOA dues.
89138 — the ZIP covering the Kestrel village and several adjacent Summerlin West neighborhoods in Las Vegas. Use 89138 when setting up listing alerts; the ZIP also covers Falcon Crest at Kestrel and other Kestrel sub-neighborhoods that compete directly with Dove Rock.
About five minutes west along W Charleston Boulevard — Downtown Summerlin's 125-plus shops, restaurants, and City National Arena are practical neighbors for Kestrel residents.
Dove Rock itself is primarily resale, but Howard Hughes Corporation continues opening new phases in adjacent Kestrel sub-neighborhoods within walking distance. Ask our team which builder phases are currently selling in the immediate corridor — new inventory and incentives are worth comparing to resale at the same price point.
Dove Rock at Kestrel sits at roughly 3,000 feet elevation on the northern edge of Summerlin West — 5–8°F cooler than the valley floor at summer peak, with cleaner mountain air from the adjacent Red Rock Canyon conservation corridor. Winter mornings can see frost.
Not quite on foot — Red Rock Canyon's visitor center and trailheads are about 10 minutes by car west on W Charleston Boulevard. The Summerlin trail network does connect toward the preserve edge; experienced hikers use it to bridge to BLM trails, but most residents drive for Red Rock's main hikes.
Budget $85–$200 per month — a dual layer combining the Summerlin community association master fee and the phase-specific sub-association fee. Always request the full resale package from both associations during escrow to verify exact current dues, reserve study, and any pending assessments.
Dove Rock is the attainable entry tier in Kestrel alongside Falcon Crest at Kestrel ($650K+), both offering full Summerlin master-plan access. The main differences are floor-plan variations by builder phase and minor school-boundary nuances — our agents can pull current listings and HOA documents for a direct comparison.
WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP
Direct builder relationships, the largest agent team in the Valley, and thousands of verified five-star reviews. Across 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in volume since 2011, our agents have represented buyers and sellers across Summerlin's Kestrel village — from attainable Dove Rock resales to adjacent new-construction phases — the depth behind Nevada's #1 ranking.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Compare Dove Rock at Kestrel ($620K–$880K, Sig Rogich MS 10/10, Red Rock Canyon 10 min) with neighboring Summerlin villages and other nearby Las Vegas communities. Each card pairs drive time with price positioning, so you can judge whether a different address truly buys more home for the money.
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A–Z INDEX
Dove Rock is one of several sub-neighborhoods in the Kestrel village of Summerlin West. The entries below are indexed alphabetically for orientation — our team can pull current listings, HOA documents, and school-boundary maps for any of them on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Dove Rock buyers do next — understanding the broader Summerlin market, weighing Kestrel against other Summerlin villages, and navigating the buying process from California. 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 →SUMMERLIN HUB
Every Summerlin village, market stats, and the full master-plan overview in one place.
Read →COMMUNITY HUB
Citywide market data, every major Las Vegas community, and side-by-side comparisons.
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. Dove Rock is a sub-neighborhood within the larger Kestrel village, so we present ZIP 89138 area statistics as area benchmarks — never sub-neighborhood-specific claims 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: October 15