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AREA MEDIAN LIST (89138)
$700K
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, June 2026
VIREO PRICE RANGE
$620K–$880K
Community plan record
HOA (MASTER + SUB)
$85–$200/mo
Community plan record
DAYS ON MARKET (89138)
36
NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers, as of October 12, 2026
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
Vireo at Kestrel is a single-family HOA neighborhood in Summerlin's Kestrel village, ZIP 89138 — homes priced $620K–$880K, Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10) per GreatSchools, and 150-plus trail miles under Howard Hughes Corporation's master plan. Las Vegas city backdrop per the U.S. Census. Five takeaways below.
Last updated June 2026 · Sources: NREG’s MLS analysis, U.S. Census, Howard Hughes / Summerlin
Vireo at Kestrel homes in ZIP 89138 are tracked by NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data with active listings refreshed daily. The eight newest listings appear below — a mix of Kestrel village resales and any new-construction move-ins. Every active listing in Summerlin's ZIP 89138 is searchable in our live MLS portal pre-filtered by neighborhood.
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PRICE DISTRIBUTION
Summerlin's ZIP 89138 carries listings across a broad price spectrum — from entry townhome-adjacent pricing below $500K to luxury single-family homes above $1M — per NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data. Vireo at Kestrel concentrates in the $620K–$880K band, which is the attainable single-family sweet spot for the Kestrel village.
Active listings in Summerlin's ZIP 89138 break down by property type, lifestyle, and price — each link opens our live Las Vegas MLS search, with counts updated daily from NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data. Vireo at Kestrel homes are single-family detached in the $620K–$880K band.
Kestrel is one of Summerlin's newest villages, with several neighborhoods at different price points. The cards below link to the most relevant hub or live search for each profile.
Updated daily · 369 active listings across ZIP 89138 · MLS data
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CRIME DATA
Ask the law-enforcement agency that serves the address for its current reports, and compare places only across the same reporting period, boundary and offense definitions. Missing records do not mean zero crime, the FBI cautions against ranking communities on crime totals alone, and a citywide figure does not describe a particular street.
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Vireo at Kestrel sits at ~3,000 ft on Summerlin's northern edge — Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west, Downtown Summerlin five minutes east. Services from the City of Las Vegas; Sig Rogich MS (10/10) is the zoned middle, and 150-plus trail miles connect the neighborhood to parks and shops.
Vireo is known for its desert-contemporary single-family architecture, the 10/10-rated Sig Rogich Middle School zone, and the Kestrel village setting on the northern edge of Summerlin West — delivering Summerlin-brand living at attainable $620K–$880K pricing.
Families chasing Sig Rogich Middle School's 10/10 rating, California relocators seeking a no-income-tax alternative with Red Rock Canyon views, and professionals who want a quiet HOA community with immediate Summerlin Parkway access to the Strip corridor.
Mornings on the Summerlin trail network, five minutes to Downtown Summerlin for groceries or dinner, ten minutes to the Red Rock Canyon scenic loop for a weekend hike, and twenty minutes to the Strip — all from a single-family home with mountain-edge tranquility.
Vireo at Kestrel sits on the northern edge of Summerlin West in Las Vegas, ZIP 89138, adjacent to the Red Rock Canyon escarpment. The neighborhood is within the Kestrel village of the Howard Hughes Corporation Summerlin master plan, approximately 20 miles northwest of the Las Vegas Strip.
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the tiles below compare housing and population figures for Vireo at Kestrel and its surrounding area with the wider county. Each tile's label names the area it covers.
These are housing and population counts only. We don't describe who lives in a neighborhood or suggest which buyers it suits. Compare homes by their features, location, HOA terms and total cost, and use the Census source for the full tables.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates and Vintage 2025 population estimates Las Vegas city + NREG community plan records (Vireo at Kestrel is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
The Kestrel village is among the newest sections of Summerlin West, and Howard Hughes Corporation continues releasing new phases nearby. Las Vegas has added roughly 96,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and ZIP 89138 remains one of the most in-demand school-zone corridors in the valley.
Vireo's growth tracks two curves simultaneously: the macro Las Vegas expansion that brings new employers, residents, and amenity investment to the metro, and the micro Kestrel buildout as Howard Hughes Corporation adds phases to the newest Summerlin village. Buyers entering now are on the ground floor of a still-growing master plan with an already-established infrastructure.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Las Vegas. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the community separately. Las Vegas city: 2010 and 2020 are decennial Census counts; 2025 is the Census Bureau’s Vintage 2025 estimate. Last updated September 2026.
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
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 Summerlin's ZIP 89138 trades against. Cards report ZIP-area benchmarks: approximately $700,000 median list, 40 median days on market in the broader Summerlin West corridor.
Median List Price
$700,000 area median for Summerlin ZIP 89138, June 2026
Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers
Days on Market
40 median days in the 89138 corridor; new phases move faster
vs October 2025
Source: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data via Repliers
Closed Sales
Active Kestrel market with consistent monthly velocity per LVR
vs October 2025
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 ($438,656), across 192,571 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.
ACTIVE MARKET
Market Competitiveness
The Summerlin ZIP 89138 corridor is a moderately competitive market — the Sig Rogich school zone and Red Rock access sustain steady demand from families and California relocators, while the higher price point ($620K–$880K) limits buyer pool compared to sub-$550K Summerlin areas. Well-priced Vireo homes with mountain views move briskly; overpriced listings sit longer.
Compare individual homes by the features, services, and total ownership costs that matter to you. The points below can help structure your property research before you make an offer.
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Start Your Home SearchKestrel Village Comparison
A side-by-side of the main Kestrel village neighborhoods — entry pricing, lifestyle fit, and who each suits — drawn from the community plan record and active listing data via NREG’s MLS analysis. Honesty note: with neighborhood-level samples often in the dozens, we publish entry points and builder profiles rather than per-neighborhood medians.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vireo at Kestrel | $620K–$880K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Attainable entry · Trail access |
| Blacktail at Kestrel | From $750K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Move-up · Newer phases |
| Kestrel Village (new phases) | From $650K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | New construction · Multiple builders |
| The Ridges | From $2M | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Guard-gated luxury · Bear's Best golf |
| Red Rock Country Club | From $1.2M | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Guard-gated · Arnold Palmer golf |
| The Paseos | From $450K | n/a* | n/a* | n/a* | Family-friendly · Lower price |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS data plus NREG community plan records, June 2026. Per-neighborhood $/SF and DOM are intentionally omitted — samples are too small for statistical reliability. ZIP 89138 area benchmark: ~40-day median DOM.
Neighborhood Deep Dive
Submarket 1
The most accessible single-family entry in the Kestrel village — contemporary desert architecture, HOA at $85–$200/mo, and the Sig Rogich school zone. Red Rock Canyon-facing lots command the highest premiums.
Browse Vireo at Kestrel homes →Submarket 2
A step up from Vireo — slightly larger floor plans and newer build years with the same Kestrel school zone. Buyers comparing Vireo resales to Blacktail typically trade $80K–$120K of price for more square footage and a fresher vintage.
Browse Blacktail at Kestrel homes →Submarket 3
Howard Hughes Corporation continues releasing new Kestrel phases from Lennar, Tri Pointe, and Century Communities. Buyers who want brand-new inventory — and can wait 6–12 months for delivery — have active options alongside the Vireo and Blacktail resale market.
Browse Kestrel Village (new phases) homes →Submarket 4
Summerlin's premier guard-gated enclave — 24-hour staffed security, Bear's Best Las Vegas golf course, and custom estates starting above $2 million. Buyers pricing out of Vireo on the upper end sometimes step to The Ridges; others find the $1.3M–$1.7M price gap isn't worth the gate premium.
Browse The Ridges homes →Submarket 5
Guard-gated Summerlin golf community with two Arnold Palmer courses. Sits between Vireo's attainable price point and The Ridges' ultra-luxury tier — families who want the gate and golf membership budget this option.
Browse Red Rock Country Club homes →Submarket 6
An established Summerlin village at lower price points — popular with families who want the master-plan lifestyle and school access at $450K–$650K versus Vireo's $620K–$880K range.
Browse The Paseos homes →Submarket 7
Vireo at Kestrel is one of 20-plus villages within the Summerlin master plan by Howard Hughes Corporation — covering over 22,500 acres, 150+ trail miles, multiple golf courses, Downtown Summerlin, and communities from $350K to $10M+. The hub page maps every village, current builder activity, and market conditions across all of Summerlin.
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BY ZIP CODE
ZIP 89138 covers the Kestrel village and adjacent Summerlin West neighborhoods, spanning entry single-family homes priced from $620K to move-up phases above $750K. The table below breaks that ZIP into its real price corridors per NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, so buyers can see exactly where Vireo sits in the broader 89138 market.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89138 | Vireo at Kestrel — attainable single-family HOA community | $620K–$880K | n/a* | ~40 (area) | Moderate inventory | n/a* |
| 89138 | Blacktail at Kestrel — move-up single-family | From $750K | n/a* | ~40 (area) | Limited inventory | n/a* |
| 89138 | New Kestrel phases (Lennar / Tri Pointe / Century) | From $650K | n/a* | Build-to-close (6–12 mo) | Active builder releases | n/a* |
| 89138 | Broader Summerlin West 89138 corridor | ~$700K median list | — | ~40 | ~85–100 active | n/a* |
Source: NREG’s MLS analysis MLS plus NREG corridor analysis. *Corridor-level $/SF and year-over-year change are intentionally omitted: neighborhood-scale samples are too small to be meaningful, so we publish price ranges and ZIP-area benchmarks instead. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
Builders
Vireo is substantially built out, but Howard Hughes Corporation continues releasing new Kestrel-village phases — Blacktail at Kestrel and nearby sections are actively delivering homes in 2026. Buyers who want new construction in the same 10/10 school zone should explore those adjacent releases; our agents track every phase opening.
Smart Home · Move-Up
Wi-Fi CERTIFIED smart-home package standard; consistent volume builder in Kestrel
Design-Forward
Contemporary desert architecture; buyers cross-shop Vireo resales against Tri Pointe's current phases
Entry · Value
Sharpest entry pricing in the Kestrel village; check current phases for availability
Luxury Move-Up
Buyers stepping up from Vireo often compare Toll's Summerlin offerings for the next tier
55+ Active Adult
The active-adult alternative for Vireo buyers comparing an age-restricted community
Outdoor Recreation
Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west, Fox Hill Park's adventure playground nearby, and 150-plus Summerlin trail miles from the front door — Vireo buyers get the valley's best outdoor access at the most attainable Kestrel price. The Bureau of Land Management manages roughly 197,000 acres of canyon, open 300 days a year.
IN-VILLAGE
One of Summerlin's most beloved parks — zip lines, adventure playground structures, disc golf, and trail connections that hook into the master-plan network. A weekend destination in its own right.
IN-VILLAGE
A green spine through the Kestrel village — desert garden corridors, dog-friendly open areas, and paved paths connecting Vireo to adjacent neighborhoods and Downtown Summerlin.
IN-MASTER-PLAN
Howard Hughes Corporation's 150-plus mile trail network links Vireo to every other Summerlin village, parks, schools, and Downtown Summerlin — an unmatched pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
10 MIN
The Mojave's signature canyon — the 13-mile scenic drive loop, world-class sport climbing, dozens of hiking trails, and spring wildflower blooms. Managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
15 MIN
Home of the Shriners Children's Open PGA Tour event — a resort-quality course accessible to public daily-fee players and one of the premier golf venues in the Southwest.
5 MIN
The 400-acre heart of the master plan — 125+ shops and restaurants, City National Arena (Vegas Golden Knights practice facility), Las Vegas Ballpark, and seasonal community events.
5 MIN
The Aviators' home park in Downtown Summerlin — summer minor-league baseball, concerts, and community events in one of minor league baseball's most highly rated venues.
50 MIN
The valley's high-elevation escape — winter skiing, summer cool-air hiking, and forests above 11,000 feet. A full-day adventure from Vireo, fifty minutes north via US-95.
The Vireo at Kestrel Lifestyle
Saturday mornings on the Summerlin trail network, a hike at Red Rock Canyon's roughly 197,000 acres per the Bureau of Land Management ten minutes west, and dinner at Downtown Summerlin five minutes from the front door — with a Strip show twenty minutes east when you want the lights. That's the Vireo weekend rhythm.
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Open houses in Vireo at Kestrel run most weekends — the community is open access (no gate to coordinate), making it easy to tour multiple homes in an afternoon. Set up instant alerts to get notified when a Vireo home schedules an open house, or browse every active 89138 listing now and let us arrange private showings.
Budget around the specific home, not a community average. Before you compare the cost of a move to Vireo at Kestrel, get these in writing:
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Open the relocation guideECONOMY & JOBS
Vireo at Kestrel draws professionals whose ZIP 89138 median household income tops $120,000 — well above Clark County. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro remains historically strong, and the Downtown Summerlin corridor and Summerlin Hospital sustain professional-class demand year-round.
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, City of Las Vegas. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
Vireo wins on school quality (Sig Rogich 10/10) and Red Rock Canyon access; Summerlin wins on master-plan scale; Henderson wins on citywide safety. This June 2026 side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most — sources are NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, the U.S. Census, and FBI UCR.
| Metric | Vireo at Kestrel | Las Vegas | Summerlin | Henderson |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price Range | $620K–$880K | $300K–$5M+ | $350K–$10M+ | $300K–$3M+ |
| Area Median List | ~$700K (89138) | $476K (citywide) | $728K (Summerlin) | $548K |
| Days on Market | ~40 (89138) | 20 (citywide) | 21 (Summerlin) | 21 |
| Red Rock Canyon | 10 min | 20–30 min | 10–20 min | 35+ min |
| Guard-Gated | No (open HOA) | Select enclaves | Select enclaves | Select enclaves |
| New Construction | Adjacent Kestrel phases active | Moderate | Very High (West) | Very High |
| State Income Tax | None | None | None | None |
| Best For | Schools · Trails · Red Rock | Selection · Urban · Value | Luxury · Outdoors · Schools | Families · Safety · Retirees |
Sources: NREG’s analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Vireo figures are ZIP-area / community plan estimates; city-level demographics are Las Vegas citywide. 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
Summerlin Parkway and West Charleston Boulevard are the two primary arteries from Kestrel, connecting to I-215 and I-15 within minutes. Mean Las Vegas commutes run about 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — Vireo drivers typically beat that on Strip runs via the Parkway and come in at or just above it for airport runs.
Drive times are typical off-peak estimates for the route named; check live traffic before you rely on one.
Quick Answer
Most Vireo resale purchases close in 30–45 days through a Nevada escrow company; cash closes in 10–14 days. New-construction Kestrel contracts run 6–12 months from signing. HOA document review adds roughly a week — order the resale package early so it does not push your escrow past the target date.
Quick Answer
Most Vireo buyers put down 5% to 20%. Conventional financing covers homes up to the 2026 conforming loan limit (~$832,750); on a $700,000 purchase that means roughly $35,000 (5%) to $140,000 (20%). VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans — a significant benefit given the Summerlin buyer mix. FHA works at 3.5% down but requires mortgage insurance; run a lender comparison because the long-run cost difference at these price points is real. Homes priced above the conforming limit need jumbo financing with higher reserves.
Vireo at Kestrel FAQ — 17 Answers
Homes in Vireo at Kestrel are currently priced from roughly $620,000 to $880,000 per $829,750 area data from Las Vegas REALTORS, with the sweet spot in the $680K–$790K range for a 2,000–2,800 sq ft resale. The neighborhood sits in ZIP 89138 on the northern edge of Summerlin West, where Red Rock Canyon views add a notable premium above street-facing lots. Call Nevada Real Estate Group at (702) 637-1759 for current Vireo comps before you offer or list.
Vireo is part of the Kestrel village within the award-winning Summerlin master plan by Howard Hughes Corporation. Kestrel is among the newest Summerlin villages, positioned on the northern edge of Summerlin West near the Red Rock escarpment — residents enjoy 150-plus miles of Summerlin trails, community parks, and Downtown Summerlin about five minutes away.
Vireo at Kestrel sits in ZIP code 89138 — the Kestrel village address within Summerlin, Las Vegas. From 89138, plan roughly twenty minutes to the Strip via Summerlin Parkway to I-15 and thirty minutes to Harry Reid International Airport via I-215 South. Setting your listing alerts to 89138 plus the neighborhood name ensures new Vireo inventory reaches you the same day it lists.
No — Vireo at Kestrel is an open community with HOA-maintained common areas rather than a staffed gate. That makes it one of the more attainable entries into the Kestrel village, with HOA fees of $85–$200 per month covering the Summerlin master association plus sub-association dues. Buyers wanting guard-gated within Summerlin typically compare The Ridges or Red Rock Country Club, which both start above $1.2 million.
HOA dues in Vireo run $85–$200 per month layered as the Summerlin master association fee plus sub-association dues for common-area landscaping and amenity upkeep. Paired with Nevada's effective property tax of roughly 0.5–0.75% and the 3% annual cap on primary residences under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.4723, monthly carrying costs stay predictable. Always order the resale package to confirm current dues and reserves before committing.
Vireo families are zoned to Clark County School District campuses: John C. Vanderburg Elementary (8/10), Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10 — one of the highest-rated public middles in Nevada), and Palo Verde High School (8/10) per GreatSchools. The Meadows School, Bishop Gorman High School, and Faith Lutheran anchor the private options nearby. Boundaries shift; verify the current CCSD assignment for any specific address before buying.
About twenty minutes. The standard route from Vireo runs Summerlin Parkway to I-15 south to the resort corridor, with Harry Reid International Airport roughly thirty minutes via I-215. In daily life, Downtown Summerlin is five minutes and Red Rock Canyon is ten — that balance of resort access without resort traffic is a primary reason buyers choose Kestrel over more central Las Vegas addresses.
Kestrel's production builders include Lennar, Tri Pointe Homes, and Century Communities — all active in the Summerlin West expansion zone. Lennar brings its Wi-Fi CERTIFIED smart-home package; Tri Pointe leads on design-forward contemporary architecture; Century Communities offers the sharpest entry pricing in the village. Current inventory is primarily resale, but new phases continue to open in adjacent Kestrel neighborhoods as Howard Hughes Corporation continues building out.
The math is decisive: California's top marginal state income tax is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board, while Nevada levies none. A household earning $300,000 saves roughly $30,000 annually in state income taxes alone. Pair that with Nevada's effective property-tax rate of 0.5–0.75% versus California's 1.0–1.2%, and the Vireo carrying cost is substantially lower even though the purchase price may be similar to some California markets.
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area sits ten minutes west — 197,000 acres managed by the Bureau of Land Management with the 13-mile scenic loop, world-class hiking, and sport climbing. Within the neighborhood, Fox Hill Park's adventure playground and zip lines plus The Paseos linear park connect into Summerlin's 150-plus mile trail network. TPC Summerlin and Las Vegas National Golf Club are both under twenty minutes via Summerlin Parkway.
Downtown Summerlin is a 400-acre open-air retail and entertainment district anchored by over 125 shops and restaurants, City National Arena (home of the Vegas Golden Knights practice facility), and the Las Vegas Ballpark — about five minutes from Vireo via West Charleston Boulevard. According to Howard Hughes Corporation, it is the retail and cultural spine of the entire Summerlin master plan and serves as the social center for Kestrel village residents.
Vireo itself is substantially built out, but Howard Hughes Corporation continues releasing new Kestrel-village phases in adjacent neighborhoods — Blacktail at Kestrel and nearby sections are actively delivering homes in 2026. Buyers who want brand-new construction in the same village should also look at those neighboring communities; our agents track every Kestrel phase release and can alert you the moment a new section opens for purchase.
Four factors move the most money here. First, lot orientation: Red Rock Canyon-facing rear lots command a $30K–$60K premium. Second, HOA layers: confirm master and sub-association dues separately, plus any capital reserve level. Third, school verification: Sig Rogich MS is the 10/10 anchor — confirm the CCSD boundary for any specific address. Fourth, comparable selection: the Kestrel village is still building out, so call (702) 637-1759 and we'll pull the right comps before you write.
Yes — Nevada Real Estate Group has represented buyers and sellers throughout the Kestrel village and the broader Summerlin master plan for years. Call (702) 637-1759, and a Summerlin specialist will walk you through current Vireo inventory, lot premiums, HOA layers, and builder incentives on adjacent new phases. Our team's 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in volume make us Nevada's #1 real estate team.
Most Vireo buyers put down 5% to 20%. Conventional financing covers homes up to the conforming loan limit; at a $829,750 purchase that means roughly $41,500 (5%) to $166,000 (20%). VA loans allow 0% down for eligible veterans — a meaningful benefit given the Summerlin buyer mix. FHA works at 3.5% down but requires mortgage insurance; run a side-by-side comparison with your lender before choosing a program, as the long-run cost difference at these price points is material.
Budget $85–$200 per month layered as the Summerlin master association fee plus Vireo sub-association dues. The master association funds the trail network, community parks, and master-plan maintenance; the sub-association covers neighborhood common areas. Always pull the full resale package — current dues, reserve study, and any assessment history — early in escrow so carrying-cost math is complete before you commit.
Most Vireo resale purchases close in 30 to 45 days through a Nevada escrow company. Cash offers can close in 10–14 days. New-construction contracts in adjacent Kestrel phases run 6–12 months from contract to close depending on build stage. The HOA transfer process adds a week to conventional timelines — order the resale disclosure package early so document review does not push your escrow past the target date.
Updated October 2026
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PEOPLE ALSO ASK
These are the eight questions Vireo buyers type into Google and AI assistants — answered in two to three sentences with specifics you can verify: market figures from NREG’s MLS analysis, tax law from Nevada Revised Statutes, school data from GreatSchools, and community facts from the plan record.
Yes — Vireo at Kestrel is within the Kestrel village of the Summerlin master plan in Las Vegas, ZIP 89138. Summerlin is developed by Howard Hughes Corporation across 22,500+ acres on the northwest side of the Las Vegas Valley.
Sig Rogich Middle School is the standout — rated 10/10 by GreatSchools, it is the zoned public middle school for Vireo and one of Nevada's highest-rated public middles. Vanderburg ES (8/10) and Palo Verde HS (8/10) complete a strong public track.
No — Vireo is an open HOA community with dues of $85–$200/mo covering master-plan and sub-association fees. Buyers who specifically want a staffed gate in Summerlin typically compare The Ridges (from $2M) or Red Rock Country Club (from $1.2M).
Lennar, Tri Pointe Homes, and Century Communities are the primary builders active in the Kestrel village. Howard Hughes Corporation continues releasing adjacent phases — contact our team at (702) 637-1759 for current builder availability and upcoming phase releases.
About ten minutes west via West Charleston Boulevard. The 13-mile scenic loop, dozens of hiking trails, world-class sport climbing, and spring wildflowers are all accessible within the same drive time — making Vireo one of the closest livable communities to Red Rock in the Las Vegas Valley.
Vireo pays a layered HOA: the Summerlin master association (funding trails, parks, and master-plan maintenance) plus a Vireo sub-association for neighborhood common areas — totaling $85–$200 per month. Always order the resale package to confirm current dues and reserve levels before you close.
Vireo itself is substantially built out, but it is within the Kestrel village — one of Summerlin's newest additions, with Howard Hughes Corporation actively releasing adjacent phases. Buyers can find both established resale homes in Vireo and brand-new construction in neighboring Kestrel neighborhoods.
About 30–35 minutes via US-95 east. The more relevant daily destination for most Vireo residents is Downtown Summerlin, just five minutes away — 125+ shops, restaurants, City National Arena, and the Las Vegas Ballpark in the Howard Hughes master plan.
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Compare Vireo at Kestrel with neighboring master plans and nearby communities across the Summerlin corridor. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning, so you can judge whether a different village actually buys you more home for the money.
ADJACENT
From $650K
Adjacent to Vireo
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A–Z INDEX
The Kestrel village spans several neighborhoods and active builder phases, ranging from Vireo's $620K–$880K resale market to Blacktail's move-up pricing. The entries below are indexed alphabetically — our team can pull current listings, HOA documents, and phase-release schedules for any of them on request.
KEEP LEARNING
These guides extend the research most Kestrel buyers do next — understanding the citywide Las Vegas market, weighing Summerlin against Henderson, and mapping the buying process — 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 →COMMUNITY GUIDE
Every Summerlin village, current builder activity, and market conditions across all of Summerlin — the reference guide before you tour.
Read →MARKET HUB
Citywide market data, every major Las Vegas community, and side-by-side comparisons in one place.
Read →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE
The valley ranked by buyer type — families, first-timers, luxury, retirees — before you tour.
Read →Sources & Methodology
Every statistic is sourced from a primary or government dataset, refreshed monthly. Because Vireo is a neighborhood rather than a Census place, we present ZIP-area (89138) figures as benchmarks — not neighborhood-only claims — and omit block-level medians that small samples cannot support. Follow any link to verify.
Methodology: Listing counts, prices and days on market are NREG's analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data received through the Repliers feed; this page refreshes them about once a day, and each market figure carries its date or window. Census and BLS figures are the published vintage named beside them and change only when the agency releases new estimates. Confirm details for a specific home with its listing and the responsible agency.
Updated: October 2026 · Next update: October 15