Neo at MacDonald Highlands Homes For Sale

KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Neo at MacDonald Highlands at a Glance?

Neo at MacDonald Highlands is a 2023-vintage enclave — roughly 80 homes on 40 acres inside MacDonald Highlands, backed by full City of Henderson services — and the 89012 ZIP area shows a $1,077,475 median list price and 26-day pace per Las Vegas REALTORS. The takeaways below cover the key facts.

• Brand new: deliveries began in 2023 by William Lyon Homes and Taylor Morrison — contemporary desert architecture with floor-to-ceiling glass and disappearing walls on the McCullough Range ridgeline.
• The price ladder: $2.34M at Neo Entry to $4.97M at Neo Summit — with lot orientation (Strip vs. golf vs. canyon) driving the premium tiers inside the 80-home enclave.
• Double gated: MacDonald Highlands main guard gate plus Neo's own controlled access point — 24-hour staffing, security patrols, and perimeter walls.
• Club access: DragonRidge Country Club eligibility for all MacDonald Highlands residents — Tom Fazio 18-hole championship course, resort pool, fine dining, tennis, and fitness.
• Henderson backbone: Henderson police and fire, the Strip at 20 minutes via I-215, and Nevada's zero state income tax and 3% property-tax cap on primary residences.

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, City of Henderson

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Do Homes in Neo at MacDonald Highlands Distribute Across Price Ranges?

Neo's plan price range of $2.34M–$4.97M sits well above the broader 89012 ZIP-area median of $1,077,475 per Las Vegas REALTORS June 2026 MLS data. Within Neo's 80-home footprint, pricing stratifies by lot orientation and elevation: entry-tier homesites anchor around $2.34M–$2.8M, mid-tier ridge and golf-view lots run $2.8M–$3.5M, and the Neo Summit ridgeline positions command $4M–$4.97M.

Counts are NREG-modeled allocations within Neo's ~80-home footprint, consistent with the $2.34M–$4.97M plan price range · June 2026 · Links open the Henderson MLS search pre-filtered by price.

SAFETY & CRIME

Is Neo at MacDonald Highlands Safe?

• Double-GatedMacDonald Highlands main gate + Neo's own controlled accessCommunity records
• 24/7Staffed guard gate with visitor call-in protocolCommunity records
• Top 10Henderson regular ranking, safest large U.S. citiesFBI UCR-based national comparisons
• BelowViolent crime vs national average, Henderson citywideFBI Uniform Crime Reporting

Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available data), City of Henderson / Henderson Police Department. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY REPORT CARD

How Does Neo at MacDonald Highlands Score?

Neo earns top marks for privacy, security, views, and luxury amenity access, with honest trade-offs on price accessibility, HOA carrying costs, and the limited resale depth of an 80-home enclave. Below is the category-by-category report card our agents walk through with every Neo buyer before a first tour.

• A+

  Grade A+: Privacy & Security

  Double guard-gated entry, 24-hour staffing, security patrols, and perimeter walls — one of the most comprehensive physical security configurations in Henderson.

• A

  Grade A: Views & Setting

  McCullough Range ridgeline location delivers panoramic Strip and valley views from nearly every homesite, with natural desert canyon and mountain terrain on three sides.

• A

  Grade A: New Construction Quality

  2023-onward deliveries with current building codes, smart-home technology, Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances, floor-to-ceiling glass, and full builder warranties.

• A-

  Grade A-: Amenities

  DragonRidge Country Club (golf, pool, dining, tennis, fitness) inside the master plan; The District at Green Valley Ranch and the broader Henderson retail corridor ten minutes away.

• B+

  Grade B+: Schools

  Vanderburg Elementary rates 8/10 on GreatSchools; Bishop Gorman High School (private) and Doral Academy (charter, 9/10) give strong education options at this buyer tier.

• A-

  Grade A-: Commute

  Horizon Ridge Parkway to I-215: Strip at 20 minutes, Harry Reid Airport at 25, Henderson Executive Airport at 15. Henderson's internal grid covers daily errands without the I-215.

Source: Compiled from GreatSchools.org, FBI UCR, BLS, and Walk Score. Methodology: 6 weighted categories on a 4.0-equivalent scale. Last refreshed June 2026.

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the Neo at MacDonald Highlands Area Growing?

Neo itself will be fully built out at approximately 80 homes — the ridgeline and master plan boundaries define a fixed supply ceiling. Its parent city, Henderson, has added roughly 74,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, and that citywide growth keeps demand pressure on the valley's most constrained luxury addresses, including MacDonald Highlands and Neo.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and City of Henderson. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate Neo or MacDonald Highlands separately; projection reflects recent Henderson growth rates. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY SCORES

How Does Neo at MacDonald Highlands Score for Livability?

Neo pairs an A+ security and privacy rating with brand-new construction quality and panoramic views, with honest trade-offs on HOA carrying costs and the thin resale depth of an 80-home enclave. The rings below break the composite into six categories, benchmarked against Census, FBI UCR, and GreatSchools data.

• 94A+

  Overall Livability (Luxury Tier)

• 80B+

  Schools (zoned)

• 96A+

  Privacy & Security

• 72B

  Cost of Ownership

• 90A

  Amenities

• 85A-

  Outdoor / Recreation

Scores synthesized from AreaVibes, Niche, and Census data — updated quarterly.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the Neo at MacDonald Highlands Real Estate Market Trending?

Median sold price, days on market, and closings for ZIP 89012 from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. ZIP 89012 is broader than Neo itself — monthly points anchor to the 100-day medians. Read the level and pace, not single-month swings. Neo pricing ($2.34M–$4.97M) sits well above the broader ZIP-area median.

Updated: June 2026 · Next update: July 2026

Market Competitiveness

How Competitive Is the Neo at MacDonald Highlands Market Right Now?

ZIP 89012 averaged 26 median days on market per Las Vegas REALTORS — brisk for a luxury-anchored corridor. Inside Neo, the 80-home enclave creates scarcity: ridge-view homesites draw multiple buyers, while less favored units may sit longer. Active builder phases also compete on monthly incentives that shift the effective price.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR data + Nevada Real Estate Group analysis, June 2026. ZIP-area scope (89012) — broader than the Neo enclave; treat area figures as market orientation for the surrounding Henderson luxury corridor.

Homesite Tier Comparison

How Do Neo's Six Homesite Tiers Compare?

A like-for-like comparison of Neo's six internal neighborhoods — indicative price, elevation tier, view orientation, and lifestyle fit — using plan price data and ZIP-area listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Per-tier figures are NREG-modeled estimates within the $2.34M–$4.97M plan range; use them as orientation, not appraisal.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus NREG analysis, June 2026. The MLS reports at ZIP level (89012) — per-tier medians are modeled estimates from active-listing review within Neo's plan range. Listing counts updated daily via Repliers IDX.

Homesite Tier Deep Dive

What's Inside Neo's Six Homesite Tiers?

BY ZIP CODE

What Does the Henderson 89012 Market Look Like — Neo's ZIP Area?

Neo sits within ZIP 89012, and the MLS reports at ZIP level — so the table presents the 89012 corridor as a single area, broader than Neo itself. Neo's $2.34M–$4.97M plan range sits well above the ZIP-area median, reflecting the premium that ridgeline new construction and double guard-gated security command within the broader corridor per Las Vegas REALTORS.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus Nevada Real Estate Group corridor analysis. ZIP 89012 includes MacDonald Highlands, Monterey Ridge, and other Henderson luxury communities — Neo's $2.34M–$4.97M plan pricing sits above the area median. *Year-over-year change is intentionally omitted at ZIP level. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.

WHY NEO AT MACDONALD HIGHLANDS

Why Does Neo at MacDonald Highlands Stand Apart From Its Peers?

Neo combines what no other Henderson luxury address delivers simultaneously: new construction, double guard-gated security, panoramic Strip views, and DragonRidge access under $5M. Each advantage below is tied to a primary source — the Nevada Revised Statutes, FBI data, Census figures, or City of Henderson records.

1. 1

   Brand-new construction on the ridgeline

   Established 2023 by William Lyon Homes and Taylor Morrison — contemporary desert architecture with floor-to-ceiling glass, disappearing walls, and smart-home technology; newer than any comparable guard-gated luxury community in Henderson.

   Community records
2. 2

   Double guard-gated security

   MacDonald Highlands main gate plus Neo's own controlled access — 24-hour staffing, security patrols, and perimeter walls give Neo one of the most layered physical security configurations in the valley.

   Community records / City of Henderson
3. 3

   Panoramic Strip and valley views

   McCullough Range ridgeline location delivers unobstructed panoramic views from the Las Vegas Strip to the Spring Mountains — a view orientation that cannot be added to any lower-elevation address at any price.

   Community records
4. 4

   DragonRidge Country Club eligibility

   Tom Fazio-designed 18-hole championship course, fine dining, resort pool, tennis and pickleball, and a full social calendar — available to all MacDonald Highlands residents, not locked to a specific price tier.

   DragonRidge Country Club / Community records
5. 5

   Nevada tax advantage at scale

   Zero state income tax, a 3% primary-residence property-tax cap under NRS 361.471, and no personal property tax on vehicles — at the $2.34M–$4.97M price point, the annual savings versus California are substantial.

   Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 / Nevada Department of Taxation

WHY BUY IN NEO AT MACDONALD HIGHLANDS

What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Neo at MacDonald Highlands?

Neo's case rests on new construction combined with a guard-gated ridgeline setting: brand-new contemporary desert homes from $2.34M to $4.97M, property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada law per Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471, zero state income tax, double guard-gated security, and DragonRidge Country Club access. Ten sourced reasons follow.

1. 1

   Brand-new construction

   Deliveries beginning 2023 — full builder warranties, current codes, smart-home technology, and Wolf/Sub-Zero finishes standard.

   Community records

2. 2

   Zero state income tax

   Nevada levies no personal income tax — at executive income levels, this represents five- to six-figure annual savings.

   Nevada Department of Taxation

3. 3

   3% property-tax cap

   Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by statute — carrying costs are predictable across a long hold.

   NRS 361.471

4. 4

   Double guard-gated security

   Two physical checkpoints, 24-hour staffing, and security patrols — the standard for Henderson's most security-conscious buyers.

   Community records

5. 5

   Panoramic Strip views

   McCullough Range ridgeline delivers views no lower-elevation community can replicate — structural scarcity of the finest view positions.

   Community records

6. 6

   DragonRidge Country Club access

   Tom Fazio championship golf, resort pool, fine dining, tennis, fitness — optional membership available to all MacDonald Highlands residents.

   DragonRidge Country Club

7. 7

   Henderson safety and services

   Henderson Police Department, city fire, and a city that regularly ranks among the safest large U.S. cities per FBI UCR comparisons.

   FBI Uniform Crime Reporting

8. 8

   Constrained supply

   Approximately 80 homes at full build-out — the ridgeline boundary creates a physical supply ceiling that supports long-run value retention.

   Community records

9. 9

   Contemporary desert architecture

   Floor-to-ceiling glass, disappearing wall systems, flat rooflines, and indoor-outdoor living — a design language that has proven resilient in the luxury resale market.

   Community records

10. 10

    MacDonald Highlands master plan

    The broader master plan's infrastructure, DragonRidge, and established Henderson services surround Neo — reducing the risk of isolated enclave dynamics.

    City of Henderson

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Neo at MacDonald Highlands This Weekend?

Likely yes — Neo's double guard-gated security requires advance coordination for all tours. Our team pre-clears gate access and arranges private showings on short notice, or schedules model-home visits during active builder phases. With roughly 80 homes total, Neo inventory events are infrequent and rarely last a full weekend. Call (702) 637-1759 to book your tour.

RELOCATION TIMELINE

How to Relocate to Neo at MacDonald Highlands in 8 Steps

From first inquiry to keys-in-hand, here is the 8–12 week timeline most Neo buyers follow. Two deadlines are statutory: Nevada requires a driver's license within 30 days of residency and vehicle registration within 60, per the Nevada DMV — miss them and registration penalties stack.

1. 01

   Determine your homesite tier and budget

   Neo's six tiers run from Neo Entry (~$2.34M) to Neo Summit ($4.97M+). The primary decision variables are view orientation (Strip vs. golf vs. canyon vs. private) and elevation — sort those priorities before requesting gate access.

2. 02

   Get fully underwritten for jumbo financing

   All Neo purchases require jumbo financing or cash. Jumbo underwriting typically takes 45–60 days for full approval at this price tier — begin the process before requesting showings, as sellers expect proof of qualification before gate clearance.

3. 03

   Hire a MacDonald Highlands specialist

   Guard-gated luxury transactions require agents with existing gate relationships, builder-phase knowledge, and experience with dual-HOA resale packages — Nevada Real Estate Group handles all gate coordination for Neo showings.

4. 04

   Tour in person — gate-coordinated

   Our team pre-clears every showing through the guard gate in advance. Active builder-phase model homes are available during set hours; resale showings are private by appointment. Plan 30–60 minutes per visit to walk the homesite and view orientation properly.

5. 05

   Write and negotiate the offer

   New-construction contracts use builder-standard purchase agreements with specific walk-through, upgrade, and warranty provisions — different from standard Nevada resale contracts. Resale transactions follow standard Nevada escrow procedures with HOA resale-package contingencies.

6. 06

   Dual-HOA documents and inspection

   New construction: builder warranty covers structural (10-year) and systems (1–2 years). Resales: commission an independent inspector and pull both the MacDonald Highlands master and the Neo sub-association resale packages — dues, reserves, CC&Rs, and any pending assessments.

7. 07

   Clear conditions, fund, and receive gate credentials

   Nevada closes through escrow companies. Cash closes in 14–21 days; jumbo-financed closes in 30–45 days. Upon funding, the MacDonald Highlands HOA issues your transponder and gate credentials — coordinate with the association manager during the closing week.

8. 08

   Close, move, and register

   Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Southwest Gas, City of Henderson water), arrange DragonRidge membership paperwork, and handle the DMV — Nevada driver's license within 30 days, vehicle registration within 60.

ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Neo at MacDonald Highlands Economy?

Neo buyers live in a private enclave while drawing on the broader Henderson economy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Las Vegas metro labor market remains strong, and Henderson household incomes exceed the county median by roughly 20%. The Strip, healthcare anchored by St. Rose Dominican, and technology-sector growth sustain luxury demand in the 89012 corridor.

Key Employers Accessible from Neo at MacDonald Highlands

• Las Vegas Strip hotels and gaming (resort corridor)The single largest employment concentration in the metro — 20 minutes via I-215 to I-15
• St. Rose Dominican Hospital (Henderson)Major healthcare anchor and medical-employment corridor in Henderson — about 15 minutes
• DragonRidge Country ClubOn-site golf operations, dining, fitness, and hospitality employment within MacDonald Highlands
• Clark County School District (89012 campuses)Vanderburg Elementary and Del E. Webb Middle School — zoned campuses serving Neo residents
• City of Henderson municipal campusCity services employment and administrative offices about 20 minutes from Neo
• Henderson Executive Airport corridorPrivate aviation, FBO services, and charter operators — 15 minutes via Bicentennial Parkway

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

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Neo at MacDonald Highlands Compare to Henderson, Las Vegas & Summerlin?

Weighing Neo against the valley's other luxury addresses? This side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask most, updated June 2026. Neo leads on new-construction quality and double-gated security; The Ridges offers Red Rock views at comparable prices; Las Vegas guard-gated options carry established landscaping at lower entry points. Sources: U.S. Census, FBI UCR, LVR.

Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Neo figures are plan-specific from community records; Henderson and regional figures are citywide. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION

How Easy Is Getting Around From Neo at MacDonald Highlands?

Horizon Ridge Parkway connects Neo to the I-215 beltway — linking Henderson to the Strip, airport, and valley grid. Mean Henderson commutes run about 25 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data. The ridgeline drive adds a few minutes versus valley-floor addresses, but residents get a panoramic descent into Henderson on every return trip.

Drive Times from Neo at MacDonald Highlands

• 5 minDragonRidge Country ClubWithin master plan
• 10 minThe District at GVRHorizon Ridge Pkwy north
• 15 minHenderson Executive AirportBicentennial Pkwy
• 18 minSt. Rose Dominican HospitalHorizon Ridge → I-215
• 20 minLas Vegas StripHorizon Ridge → I-215 → I-15
• 25 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-215 West → I-15
• 30 minDowntown Las VegasI-215 → I-515 north
• 30 minLake Mead (Boulder Beach)Lake Mead Pkwy east

Transportation Options

• Driving

  The primary mode at Neo — Horizon Ridge Parkway gives a clean and scenic route to the I-215 beltway, and the valley grid opens up fully within five minutes of the gate.

• Private Aviation

  Henderson Executive Airport sits about 15 minutes from Neo via Bicentennial Parkway — the preferred option for Neo residents with private aircraft or charter needs.

• Rideshare

  Available but requires advance gate-clearance coordination — rideshare drivers must be pre-cleared or called in by the resident. Plan for a 15-minute coordination buffer when using rideshare from the gate.

• RTC Transit

  Not practical for MacDonald Highlands residents — the nearest RTC stops are on the Horizon Ridge corridor. This is a car-first community; plan accordingly.

Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.

Quick Answer

What down payment do you need to buy in Neo at MacDonald Highlands?

At Neo's $2.34M–$4.97M price range, buyers are in jumbo financing territory. Most lenders require 20%–30% down at this tier — on a $3.5M purchase, plan $700,000–$1,050,000 down. Cash purchases are common and close faster. Private bank and wealth-management financing options can accommodate non-traditional structures for high-net-worth buyers. Your Nevada Real Estate Group agent can connect you with Henderson luxury lenders who have existing relationships with the MacDonald Highlands community.

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

What Else Do People Ask About Neo at MacDonald Highlands?

These are the questions Neo buyers ask most often — each answered with verifiable specifics: community facts from the City of Henderson, current prices from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, school ratings from GreatSchools, and tax figures from the Clark County Assessor and Nevada Revised Statutes.

WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Why Is Nevada Real Estate Group the #1 Real Estate Team in Nevada?

Direct builder relationships, 150+ agents, and 9,061+ verified five-star reviews. Across 6,225+ closed transactions and $4.1B+ in volume since 2009, our team has represented buyers and sellers in Henderson guard-gated communities — including MacDonald Highlands, where gate access and dual-HOA knowledge are non-negotiable. That experience is why Nevada Real Estate Group ranks #1 in Nevada.

NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Neo at MacDonald Highlands?

Compare Neo with neighboring Henderson luxury enclaves and nearby communities. Each card pairs the drive time with price positioning so you can judge whether trading Neo's brand-new construction for established landscaping or a different view orientation actually buys you more home for the money.

A–Z INDEX

Which Neo at MacDonald Highlands Homesites Can You Explore A–Z?

Neo's six internal tiers and the broader MacDonald Highlands parent plan are indexed alphabetically below. Dedicated homesite-tier pages are rolling out with live MLS data — until then, our team pulls current listings, active dues, view-orientation details, and builder-phase availability for any tier on request before you schedule a gate-coordinated showing.

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Neo at MacDonald Highlands Data Come From?

Every statistic on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, and we refresh these numbers monthly. One honesty note: the MLS reports at ZIP level (89012), which is broader than the Neo enclave — area statistics are labeled as such, and Neo plan-specific figures come from community records. Follow any link to verify a figure.

1. Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, and closing counts for the 89012 ZIP area surrounding Neo at MacDonald Highlands. lasvegasrealtors.com
2. U.S. Census Bureau — Henderson city population, income, age, and housing data (Neo and MacDonald Highlands are not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
3. City of Henderson — Parks, city services, police and fire coverage, and short-term rental rules. cityofhenderson.com
4. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, parcel data, and post-sale tax-reset records. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
5. Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
6. Nevada Department of Taxation — Zero state income tax confirmation and Nevada tax structure. tax.nv.gov
7. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Henderson violent and property crime rates, national comparisons. fbi.gov/ucr
8. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data for the Las Vegas MSA. bls.gov
9. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, and student-teacher ratios for Henderson 89012 campuses. greatschools.org
10. Nevada Report Card — State accountability data used to cross-check school ratings for CCSD campuses near Neo. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
11. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator and buy-vs-rent model. freddiemac.com/pmms

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).

Last refresh: June 2026 · Next scheduled refresh: July 2026