Chantenay, South Reno — single-family neighborhood within the Damonte Ranch master plan
Neighborhood · Damonte Ranch, South Reno

Chantenay Homes For Sale

Nevada's #1 team for Chantenay real estate. Search homes for sale in this established South Reno neighborhood inside the Damonte Ranch master plan — single-family homes from $450K to $650K with access to community parks, a wetlands trail, and South Meadows employment.

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  • MEDIAN LIST PRICE

    $700K

    LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 18, 2026

  • DAYS ON MARKET

    63

    LVR / GLVAR via Repliers, as of September 18, 2026

  • HOA (MASTER)

    $50–$160/mo

    Damonte Ranch Community Association

  • TO LAKE TAHOE

    50 min

    Mt. Rose Hwy (NV-431)

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Page updated June 20, 2026

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KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Chantenay at a Glance?

Chantenay is an established single-family neighborhood inside South Reno's Damonte Ranch master plan — ZIP 89521 median list price near $699,975 and homes going under contract in about 35 days according to Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS data, with access to community parks, a wetlands trail, and strong Washoe County school assignments per Washoe County School District. The five takeaways below distill what those numbers mean for buyers considering this South Reno neighborhood.

  • Neighborhood type: Single-family enclave on quiet interior streets inside the Damonte Ranch master-planned community, south Reno (ZIP 89521), established 2000s.
  • Median list price: $699,975 (September 2026, ZIP 89521) — from $450K entry homes to $650K+ larger four-bedroom plans.
  • Best for: Attainable South Reno living, California relocators, growing families, remote workers near South Meadows employment.
  • HOA fees: $50–$160/month covering Damonte Ranch master amenities including community lake, wetlands trail, and parks.
  • Key advantage: Zero Nevada state income tax, Damonte Ranch master-plan access, Marce Herz Middle 9/10, and prices well below Bay Area equivalents.

Last updated September 2026 · Sources: RSAR, U.S. Census, NNRMLS

Where Can You Find Chantenay Homes for Sale?

Chantenay and the ZIP 89521 corridor carry roughly 256 active listings as of September 2026 according to Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS and Northern Nevada Regional MLS data, spanning $450K entry single-family homes to $650K+ larger plans in the Damonte Ranch corridor. The eight newest listings appear below, refreshed throughout the day, with every active Chantenay and South Reno property searchable in our live MLS portal.

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Many South Reno Homes Sell in Each Price Range?

The ZIP 89521 median list price sits at $700K per Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS September 2026 NNRMLS data, with inventory clustering in the $480K–$620K family-home band. Each card below shows current active-listing counts by price range, so you can gauge real competition in your budget before you start touring Chantenay and South Reno neighborhoods.

Under $480K

6

active listings

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$480K–$580K

9

active listings

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$580K–$680K

13

active listings

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$680K–$800K

24

active listings

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$800K+

27

active listings

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How Can You Find a South Reno Home by Type, Price & Lifestyle?

ZIP 89521's roughly 256 active listings span five price bands and multiple South Reno neighborhoods — each link below opens our live NNRMLS search pre-filtered to that slice, with counts updated daily from Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS and NNRMLS data.

Updated daily · 298 active listings · MLS data

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School planning

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CRIME DATA

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Review reports from the law-enforcement agency serving the address. Check the reporting period, area covered, offense definitions and completeness before comparing locations. When requesting local information, provide the property address and ask which agency and geographic boundary each report represents, along with any known reporting gaps.

Understand what the reports cover

The FBI publishes crime and law-enforcement statistics through its Crime Data Explorer. Its guidance cautions against using crime totals alone to rank communities: reporting practices and local conditions affect comparisons.

A citywide statistic does not establish conditions at a particular home. Ask the local agency about current reports for the area and gaps in the available data. Missing records do not mean zero crime, and a gated entrance does not establish a safety rating.

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Living In

What's It Like Living in Chantenay, South Reno?


The Answer

Chantenay delivers established single-family living inside South Reno's Damonte Ranch master plan — quiet streets, community lake and wetlands access, strong school assignments, and a short hop to South Meadows employment. The City of Reno corridor gives quick I-580 access to downtown and the airport, with Lake Tahoe 50 minutes southwest. Zero Nevada state income tax sweetens every relocation budget.

What is Chantenay known for?

Chantenay is known as one of South Reno's attainable single-family neighborhoods inside the Damonte Ranch master plan — offering quiet residential streets, shared access to community parks and the wetlands trail, and Washoe County school assignments including the top-rated Marce Herz Middle School, at prices that start well under comparable Bay Area homes.

Who should live in Chantenay?

Chantenay fits California relocators seeking tax savings and space, growing families who want strong Washoe County school assignments, remote workers near South Meadows Parkway employment, and first-time buyers entering the South Reno market at the $450K–$550K range without sacrificing access to Damonte Ranch's master-plan amenities.

What is daily life like in Chantenay?

Daily life in Chantenay centers on quiet neighborhood streets and Damonte Ranch's community amenities — morning walks on the wetlands trail, weekend visits to South Meadows retail on the Costco and Target corridor, and easy access to I-580 for downtown Reno, the airport, or the Mt. Rose Highway toward Lake Tahoe.

Location

Where Is Chantenay

Chantenay sits in South Reno (ZIP 89521) inside the Damonte Ranch master-planned community along the Steamboat Parkway and South Meadows corridors. Elevation approximately 4,400 ft. About 20–25 minutes from downtown Reno via I-580 north.

Downtown Reno
22
Min
Airport
20
Min
South Meadows Retail
5
Min
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe
40
Min
Lake Tahoe
50
Min

Chantenay

At a Glance
$699,975
Median List Price (ZIP 89521)
298
Active Listings (ZIP 89521)
~$290
Price / Sq Ft
63
Days on Market
Community Type
Single-Family Neighborhood
Master Plan
Damonte Ranch
Established
2000s
ZIP Code
89521
Price Range
$450K–$650K
HOA (Master)
$50–$160/mo
Guard-Gated
No
Community Lake
Yes (Damonte Ranch)
School District
Washoe County School District
To Downtown Reno
22 min
To Lake Tahoe
~50 min
Airport
Reno-Tahoe Intl (20 min)

Quick Answer

Is Chantenay a good place to live in South Reno?

Yes. Chantenay offers strong family livability for South Reno at an attainable price point — quiet residential streets, Damonte Ranch master-plan amenities, and a Washoe County school corridor anchored by the 9/10-rated Marce Herz Middle School. Nevada's zero state income tax adds five-figure annual savings for most California relocators, and the South Meadows employment corridor sits within five minutes of the neighborhood.

Source: Nevada State Demographer

DEMOGRAPHICS

Who Lives in Chantenay?

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP 89521 holds a predominantly owner-occupied, family-oriented population with a median household income near $82,000 — above the Reno city average — and strong California in-migration over the past decade. The median age of roughly 38 reflects the South Reno corridor's family and young-professional buyer mix.

Home values in ZIP 89521 have grown steadily as Bay Area and Sacramento households relocated, drawn by the family-friendly South Reno corridor at a fraction of coastal pricing. Chantenay's position inside the Damonte Ranch master plan gives residents neighborhood cohesion and shared amenity access that reinforces owner-occupancy and community stability.

Population (ZIP 89521)
~45,000
vs Washoe Co ~510,000
Median Income
~$82,000
vs Washoe Co $76,000
Median Age
~38
vs Washoe Co 39
Home Value
~$540K
vs Washoe Co $530K
Owner-Occupied
~68%
vs Washoe Co 58%
Bachelors+
~40%
vs Washoe Co 33%
Has Children
~33%
vs Washoe Co 28%
HH Size
2.8
vs Washoe Co 2.5

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS estimates & Nevada State Demographer · Updated

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the South Reno / ZIP 89521 Corridor Growing?

ZIP 89521 — covering Chantenay, Damonte Ranch, Double Diamond, and the broader South Reno corridor — has expanded steadily through the 2000s and 2010s as master-planned development filled in south of the Mt. Rose Highway. California in-migration and South Meadows employment growth continue to drive demand heading into 2030.

~45,000ZIP 89521 residents (2024)
South RenoFastest-growing Reno corridor
~52,000ZIP 89521 projected 2030

ZIP 89521 population trajectory, 2010–2030 (projected)

Growth in ZIP 89521 tracks South Reno master-plan build-out and California net in-migration. Chantenay represents one of the earlier established pockets in this corridor — meaning resale inventory turns over regularly rather than sitting in a new-construction absorption phase, and school assignments are well-defined and stable.

2010
~28,000
2020
~40,000
2024
~45,000
2030 proj.
~52,000

Sources: Nevada State Demographer and U.S. Census Bureau ACS. Historical figures are ZIP-level approximations; projection reflects State Demographer planning. Last updated June 2026.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the South Reno / Chantenay Real Estate Market Trending?

Median list price, days on market, and active inventory from Northern Nevada Regional MLS ZIP 89521 data, updated monthly. ZIP 89521 has held firm year-over-year near $540K with roughly 256 active listings — the three charts below show the past twelve months.

Median List Price (ZIP 89521)

+2.2% YoY (May 2025 → May 2026)

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS

Days on Market

28 → 35 days YoY (seasonal softening winter)

vs September 2025

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS

Active Listings

~256 monthly average, seasonal winter dip

vs September 2025

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS

The long view: Reno's median sold price rose 116% between 2015 ($273,230) and 2026 ($591,265), across 53,785 recorded closings — Northern Nevada Regional MLS (NNRMLS) records via Repliers.

63
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET
$700K
MEDIAN LIST PRICE
298
ACTIVE LISTINGS (ZIP 89521)
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Market Competitiveness

How Competitive Is the South Reno / Chantenay Market Right Now?

South Reno is moderately competitive — well-priced Chantenay and Damonte Ranch homes go under contract in roughly four to five weeks per NNRMLS ZIP 89521 data. The $480K–$580K family-home band moves fastest at 28–35 median days; larger homes above $600K typically take six to nine weeks as the qualified buyer pool narrows.

55Moderately Competitive
  • 35 daysMedian days on market (ZIP 89521)
  • $290Median price per sq ft
  • 28–55DOM range by tier
  • 256Active listings (June 2026)
Is Chantenay Right for You?

Who Should Buy a Home in Chantenay?

Chantenay spans $450K entry homes to $650K larger family plans inside the Damonte Ranch master plan — a South Reno value play with access to one of the corridor's top middle schools and master-plan amenities. Six buyer profiles below match lifestyles to what Chantenay specifically offers.

Which Buyer Type Fits Chantenay?

First-Time Buyers

  • Entry single-family from $450K
  • Damonte Ranch amenities included in HOA
  • Strong school assignments (Marce Herz 9/10)
  • Quiet streets, family-oriented neighborhood
Best for First-Time Buyers →

Growing Families

  • Marce Herz Middle School 9/10
  • Damonte Ranch High School 8/10
  • Community lake, wetlands trail, and parks
  • Family homes $480K–$600K range
Best for Growing Families →

California Relocators

  • Zero Nevada state income tax
  • South Reno master-plan living at fraction of Bay Area pricing
  • $450K–$650K range suits most Bay Area move-down budgets
  • Lake Tahoe 50 minutes from the driveway
Best for California Relocators →

Remote Workers

  • South Meadows employment corridor 5 min away
  • Quiet neighborhood ideal for home-office focus
  • Fast I-580 access when office visits are needed
  • Airport 20 minutes for client travel
Best for Remote Workers →

Move-Up Buyers

  • Step up from Chantenay into larger Damonte Ranch homes
  • Stay within same master-plan school zone
  • HOA continuity — same amenities, larger home
  • Price range extends to $800K in Damonte Ranch
Best for Move-Up Buyers →

Value-Focused South Reno Buyers

  • Attainable entry in a desirable South Reno ZIP
  • Master-plan amenities at non-premium price
  • Established neighborhood with regular resale turnover
  • Better dollar-per-square-foot than gated luxury neighbors
Best for Value-Focused South Reno Buyers →

Best Fit For

  • First-time buyers — entry single-family pricing from $450K inside a master plan with community lake, parks, and a 9/10-rated middle school.
  • Growing families — Marce Herz Middle School (9/10) and Damonte Ranch High (8/10) feed this corridor — among the strongest school pairings in South Reno.
  • California relocators — two to three times the square footage for the same budget, zero state income tax, and Lake Tahoe 50 minutes away.
  • Remote workers — quiet residential streets five minutes from South Meadows Parkway employment and 20 minutes from the airport.
  • Move-up buyers — Chantenay provides an attainable entry point into the Damonte Ranch master plan — move up within the same HOA and school zone.
  • Value-focused buyers — better price-per-square-foot than guard-gated luxury communities nearby, with the same South Reno lifestyle and school access.

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Pros

  • Zero Nevada state income tax — five-figure annual savings versus California
  • Damonte Ranch master-plan amenities: community lake, wetlands trail, parks, Town Center
  • Marce Herz Middle School (9/10 GreatSchools) — top middle school in the corridor
  • Attainable South Reno entry pricing from $450K in a family-oriented neighborhood
  • Lake Tahoe 50 minutes and Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe 40 minutes from the driveway
  • South Meadows employment corridor five minutes from the neighborhood
  • Property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada law

Honest Considerations

  • Not guard-gated — open-access neighborhood without the security premium of ArrowCreek or Galena guard-gated communities
  • Limited new construction — mostly resale 2000s-era homes; buyers wanting brand-new should look at nearby Double Diamond newer phases
  • Smaller lot sizes typical of master-plan production homes in the 2000s — may not suit buyers seeking half-acre+ lots
  • Damonte Ranch High School (8/10) is solid but below Galena High (9/10) — families prioritizing a 9/10 high school may prefer the Galena zone
  • South Reno elevation means occasional winter road conditions; I-580 typically clears quickly but foothill streets can ice

Neighborhood Comparison

How Does Chantenay Compare to Other South Reno Communities?

A like-for-like comparison of the five most-searched South Reno communities — median price, price per square foot, days on market, HOA, and lifestyle fit — using active-listing data refreshed monthly via Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS and NNRMLS. Prices span $450K in Chantenay to $2.4M+ in ArrowCreek guard-gated luxury.

Chantenay vs. South Reno community comparison · June 2026
SubmarketMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActive ListingsBest For
Chantenay$540,000~$2903545Family · Attainable · Damonte Ranch access
Damonte Ranch$580,000~$29532120Master Plan · Lake · Family
Double Diamond$560,000~$2923368Newer · Trails · Family
Regency 55+$650,000~$310402255+ · Active Adult · Low-Maintenance
Reno (city hub)$575,000~$30534400+Broad options · All neighborhoods

Source: Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS and NNRMLS data, June 2026. Median prices based on active listings; days on market from closed sales.

Community Deep Dive

What's Inside Each South Reno Community?

Submarket 1

Chantenay

South Reno's value play inside the Damonte Ranch master plan — community lake, wetlands trail, parks, and Marce Herz 9/10 school feed at entry prices from $450K.

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$540KMedian Price
35Days on Market
45Active Listings
~$290Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 2

Damonte Ranch

The broader Damonte Ranch master plan — lake, wetlands, Town Center, and a wide range of production homes from $480K to $800K across the south Reno corridor.

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$580KMedian Price
32Days on Market
120Active Listings
~$295Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 3

Double Diamond

An adjacent South Reno master plan with newer construction in some phases, its own trail network, and similar school assignments — priced comparably to Damonte Ranch.

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$560KMedian Price
33Days on Market
68Active Listings
~$292Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 4

Regency 55+

A dedicated 55+ community in South Reno with single-story low-maintenance plans, resort-style amenities, and Nevada's no-income-tax advantage for active adults.

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$650KMedian Price
40Days on Market
22Active Listings
~$310Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 5

Reno (city hub)

The full Reno market — browse all neighborhoods, price points, and community types from the city hub page.

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$575KMedian Price
34Days on Market
400+Active Listings
~$305Price / Sq Ft

Submarket 6

Damonte Ranch Town Center (Shopping & Dining)

Chantenay residents benefit from Damonte Ranch's Town Center commercial corridor — everyday retail, dining, and services within the master plan footprint. Combined with South Meadows Parkway's Target, Costco, and restaurant corridor five minutes away, daily errands rarely require a trip to central Reno.

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$540KChantenay Median
35 daysMedian DOM
Damonte RanchMaster Plan
9/10Marce Herz MS

Where Is Chantenay on the Map?

Chantenay sits in South Reno (ZIP 89521) inside the Damonte Ranch master-planned community along Steamboat Parkway, roughly 4,400 ft elevation. Double Diamond is 10 minutes east, the South Meadows Parkway employment corridor is five minutes away, and downtown Reno is roughly 22 minutes north via I-580.

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What Does the Market Look Like in ZIP 89521?

ZIP 89521 covers Chantenay, Damonte Ranch, Double Diamond, and the broader South Reno corridor. The table below puts the ZIP in context against neighboring Reno ZIP codes — median price, price per square foot, days on market, active inventory, and year-over-year price growth — using Northern Nevada Regional MLS data.

Reno ZIP code market comparison with 89521 (Chantenay / South Reno) highlighted · June 2026
ZIPPrimary AreaMedian Price$ / Sq FtDays on MarketActiveYoY
89521Chantenay · Damonte Ranch · South Reno$540K~$29035256+2.2%
89511South Reno · Galena · ArrowCreek$745K~$35540268+2.8%
89523Somersett · Northwest Reno$620K~$31532210+1.9%
89519Old Southwest · Caughlin Ranch$725K~$34036142+3.1%
89509Midtown · Central · Lakeridge$520K~$31034174+1.5%
89506North Valleys · Sky Vista$440K~$25530188+0.8%

Source: Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS and NNRMLS. Medians from active listings; YoY from closed sales, 2026 vs 2025 year-to-date. Per-sqft figures approximate. ZIP boundaries per Washoe County GIS.

Outdoor Recreation

What Outdoor Amenities Does Chantenay Offer?

Chantenay is positioned for an active outdoor lifestyle: Damonte Ranch's community lake and wetlands trail, neighborhood parks, and Lake Tahoe and Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe roughly 40–50 minutes away via the Mount Rose Highway. The City of Reno maintains additional parks and the Truckee River corridor, with Galena Creek Recreation Area accessible within 25 minutes.

ON-SITE

Damonte Ranch Community Lake & Wetlands

Community featureWalking · Wildlife · TrailsHOA included

Damonte Ranch's signature community amenity — a lake and wetland corridor with walking paths winding through the master plan, included for all Chantenay residents through the HOA.

ON-SITE

Damonte Ranch Parks

Multiple parksParks · Picnic · PlayHOA included

Neighborhood parks distributed through the Damonte Ranch master plan — playgrounds, picnic areas, and open green space accessible to Chantenay residents.

5 MIN

South Meadows Community Park

Regional parkSports · Trails · EventsFree

A larger South Reno community park with sports fields, walking paths, and family event programming within a short drive from Chantenay.

40 MIN

Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe

1,200 acresSkiing · SnowboardingTicketed

The closest major ski resort to Reno, with the highest base elevation at Lake Tahoe and dependable deep Sierra snow. South Reno's I-580 connection provides one of the fastest routes from the valley floor to the mountain.

50 MIN

Lake Tahoe (Incline Village)

191 sq miBoating · Beaches · SkiingFree shoreline

North America's largest alpine lake — public beaches at Sand Harbor and Kings Beach, marinas, and a dozen surrounding ski resorts within one drive via the Mount Rose Highway.

25 MIN

Galena Creek Recreation Area

230+ acresHiking · PicnicsFree

Forested Sierra trails and a visitor center on the Mt. Rose Highway — the closest wilderness trailhead to South Reno, accessible from Chantenay in under 30 minutes.

25 MIN

Bartley Ranch Regional Park

56 acresTrails · EquestrianFree

Trails, an amphitheater, and equestrian facilities at the edge of South Reno neighborhoods accessible via I-580.

25 MIN

Rancho San Rafael Park

595 acresTrails · Events · ArboretumFree

Reno's flagship regional park, home to the Great Reno Balloon Race and the Wilbur D. May Arboretum — about 25 minutes from Chantenay.

The Chantenay Lifestyle

What Does a Weekend in Chantenay Look Like?

South Reno access on three fronts: morning walks on Damonte Ranch's wetlands trail, afternoon retail on the South Meadows Parkway corridor, and a weekend ski day at Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe — all within 40 minutes — according to the City of Reno distance guides. An evening in Midtown Reno's arts-and-dining district rounds out the week, 22 minutes north.

300+Days of Sun
50 minTo Lake Tahoe
5 minTo South Meadows Retail
4,400 ftSouth Reno Elevation

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Chantenay Homes This Weekend?

Most Chantenay and Damonte Ranch sellers schedule weekend open houses Friday through Sunday, so the freshest list lands mid-week. Set up instant alerts to get notified when a home in your price range schedules an open house, or browse every active South Reno listing now.

Planning a move

What Should I Verify Before Moving to Chantenay?

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.

Review taxes for your circumstances

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.

Compare written costs and property requirements

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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RELOCATION TIMELINE

How to Relocate to Chantenay in 8 Steps

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.

  1. Define your property and location needs

    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.

  2. Confirm financing and the full ownership budget

    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.

  3. Agree on representation and the search process

    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.

  4. Investigate the exact address

    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.

  5. Review the offer and its deadlines

    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.

  6. Review inspections and property documents

    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.

  7. Coordinate services and moving arrangements

    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.

  8. Confirm possession and new-resident 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.

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ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Economy Near Chantenay?

Chantenay residents tap into both the South Meadows Parkway employment corridor on their doorstep and the broader Reno-Sparks MSA job base. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, MSA unemployment runs near historic lows, with South Meadows tech and medical offices five minutes away and the Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center (Tesla, Switch, Panasonic) roughly 40 minutes via I-580 and I-80.

~$82,000Median household income, ZIP 89521U.S. Census ACS estimate
South MeadowsTech · Medical · Professional services5 min from Chantenay
22 minTo downtown Reno employersVia I-580 north
20 minTo Reno-Tahoe International AirportVia I-580 north

Top South Reno & Reno-Area Employers (Commutable from Chantenay)

  • South Meadows Parkway CorridorTech offices, medical facilities, and professional services — five-minute drive from Chantenay
  • Renown HealthNorthern Nevada's largest healthcare system, downtown Reno (~22 min north via I-580)
  • Tesla Gigafactory NevadaBattery & EV manufacturing, Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center (~40 min via I-580 and I-80)
  • University of Nevada, RenoR1 research university, north campus (~25 min via I-580 north)
  • SwitchHyperscale data centers, Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center (~40 min)
  • Washoe County School DistrictSchools across South Reno including Damonte Ranch Elementary, Marce Herz MS, and Damonte Ranch HS

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nevada State Demographer. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Chantenay Compare to Double Diamond, Damonte Ranch & Copper Creek?

Choosing between South Reno's top neighborhoods? This table compares Chantenay (median $540K, Damonte Ranch master plan), Double Diamond ($560K, newer construction), Damonte Ranch broader ($580K, full master plan), and Copper Creek ($600K, newer South Reno). Metrics are from RSAR, the U.S. Census, and BLS Reno-Sparks MSA.

Chantenay vs. Double Diamond vs. Damonte Ranch vs. Copper Creek · June 2026
MetricChantenayDouble DiamondDamonte RanchCopper Creek
Median List Price$540K$560K$580K$600K
Price / Sq Ft~$290~$292~$295~$302
Days on Market35333238
HOA / Month$50–$160$50–$130$50–$160$75–$175
Guard-GatedNoNoNoNo
Community LakeYes (Damonte Ranch)NoYesNo
Construction Era2000s establishedMixed 2000s–2010s2000s–2010sNewer 2010s+
Best ForFamily · Attainable · Master PlanFamily · Newer · TrailsMaster Plan · Lake · Full rangeNewer · Views · South Reno

Sources: Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS, U.S. Census ACS. Last updated June 2026.

Cost of Ownership

What Will Chantenay Cost You Each Month?

Build a property-specific budget using a lender quote, the parcel tax estimate, insurance quotes and association documents. The starting amounts below are editable illustrations, not current local rates or verified fees. Compare the result with your Loan Estimate, and budget separately for maintenance, utilities and closing costs.

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  • Principal & Interest$3,233
  • Property Tax$300
  • Insurance$150
  • HOA$200
  • PMI$203
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COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION

How Easy Is Getting Around from Chantenay?

From Chantenay's Steamboat Parkway access, I-580 is about 5 minutes away, putting downtown Reno and the airport at 20–22 minutes. Most residents drive — mean commutes in ZIP 89521 run near 24 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — well below the Bay Area averages most relocators leave behind.

Drive Times from Chantenay

  • 5 minSouth Meadows Retail (Costco / Target)Via South Meadows Pkwy
  • 20 minReno-Tahoe Intl AirportVia I-580 north
  • 22 minDowntown RenoVia I-580 north to US-395
  • 25 minGalena Creek Recreation AreaVia Mt. Rose Hwy (NV-341)
  • 40 minMt. Rose Ski TahoeVia NV-431 (Mt. Rose Hwy)
  • 50 minLake Tahoe (Incline Village)Via NV-431 over Mt. Rose Summit
  • 40 minTahoe-Reno Industrial CenterVia I-580 north then I-80 east
  • 30 minCarson CityVia US-395 south

Transportation Options

  • Driving

    The default. I-580 from the Steamboat Pkwy interchange reaches downtown in 22 minutes; US-395 south links to Carson City in 30 minutes. South Meadows Parkway handles most daily errands without touching I-580.

  • RTC RIDE Transit

    Bus routes along South Meadows Parkway and the I-580 corridor connect Chantenay to downtown Reno; coverage thins inside the neighborhood streets, so a car is needed for most trips.

  • Cycling & Trails

    Damonte Ranch's wetlands trail is for walking and light cycling within the community; road cyclists use South Meadows Pkwy and the Steamboat Canal corridor; the Truckee River path is 20 minutes by car.

  • Air Travel

    Reno-Tahoe International Airport is about 20 minutes north via I-580 — direct flights to Seattle, Los Angeles, Denver, Phoenix, and San Francisco.

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

Quick Answer

How long does it take to close on a home in Chantenay?

Most Chantenay purchases close in 30 to 45 days. Cash offers can close in 7–14 days. Financed purchases run 30–45 days from accepted offer on resale homes. The biggest delays in this price band are appraisal turnaround (5–8 business days) and lender condition clearing on conventional loans with less than 20% down.

Quick Answer

What credit score do you need to buy a home in Chantenay?

Conventional loans generally want 620+; FHA allows 580+ with 3.5% down for eligible buyers. Most Chantenay homes fall below the $766K conforming limit, so jumbo financing is rarely needed. The spread between a 680 and a 760 credit score can save $200–$350/month on a $540K purchase — improving credit before applying pays off and takes 60–90 days for meaningful movement.

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What is the median home price in Chantenay?

The median asking price for a Chantenay home runs approximately $699,975 per Northern Nevada Regional MLS data for ZIP 89521, at roughly $290 per square foot. Entry single-family homes start near $450K, mid-tier move-up homes cluster around $510K–$590K, and larger four-bedroom plans near Damonte Ranch's south perimeter reach $640K and above.

What makes Chantenay different from other South Reno neighborhoods?

Chantenay sits inside the Damonte Ranch master plan, giving residents full access to the community lake, wetlands walking paths, parks, and Town Center shopping and dining without the premium price tag of the surrounding guard-gated luxury communities. Single-family homes on quiet interior streets start under $500K — one of the more attainable South Reno entry points.

What are the HOA fees in Chantenay?

Chantenay HOA dues generally run $50–$160 per month, which covers common-area landscaping, park maintenance, and access to Damonte Ranch master amenities including the community lake and wetlands trail. Always request the full dues statement, transfer fees, and any pending special-assessment disclosures before writing an offer.

Is Chantenay a gated community?

No — Chantenay is not guard-gated. It is an open-access single-family neighborhood within the broader Damonte Ranch master plan. Buyers wanting a gated entry in South Reno typically look at ArrowCreek or Galena communities further south, which come with a substantially higher price premium.

What schools serve Chantenay?

Chantenay feeds the Washoe County School District. South Meadows Elementary and Damonte Ranch Elementary are the typical assigned schools for the ZIP 89521 corridor; students flow into Marce Herz Middle School (GreatSchools 9/10) and Damonte Ranch High School (GreatSchools 8/10). Confirm your exact assignment by address on the Washoe County School District enrollment portal.

How long does it take to get from Chantenay to downtown Reno?

From Chantenay's Steamboat Parkway connection, downtown Reno is about 20–25 minutes via I-580 north and US-395. Reno-Tahoe International Airport is roughly 20 minutes north via I-580. Lake Tahoe's Incline Village is about 50 minutes via the Mount Rose Highway — the same route Damonte Ranch and Double Diamond residents use.

What is the average days on market in Chantenay?

Chantenay homes typically sell in about 63 days from list to accepted offer per NNRMLS data for ZIP 89521, in line with the broader South Reno median. Well-priced move-in-ready single-family homes in the $480K–$580K band tend to go pending in three to four weeks; larger homes above $600K may take five to eight weeks depending on condition and seasonal demand.

What amenities do Chantenay residents have access to?

Chantenay residents share Damonte Ranch's master-plan amenities: the community lake and wetlands walking paths, multiple neighborhood parks, and the Damonte Ranch Town Center for everyday shopping and dining. South Meadows Parkway's retail corridor — Target, Costco, multiple restaurants — is within a five-minute drive, and the Mt. Rose corridor to Lake Tahoe is 20 minutes south.

Are there new construction homes available in Chantenay?

Chantenay is an established neighborhood within Damonte Ranch with limited new-build inventory — most buyers purchase resale homes from original 2000s-era production builders. For brand-new construction in the ZIP 89521 corridor, consider nearby Double Diamond or newer phases on the South Reno periphery. Call Nevada Real Estate Group at (775) 277-2120 for current availability.

What are property taxes like in Chantenay?

Property taxes in Chantenay follow Washoe County's effective rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% of assessed value. Nevada caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3% under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471. On a $700K Chantenay home, the annual tax bill typically runs $2,700–$3,780 depending on assessed value — paired with Nevada's zero state income tax, the total carrying cost is well below California equivalents.

Is Chantenay a good community for families?

Yes — Chantenay's quiet residential streets, parks, and Damonte Ranch wetlands provide solid family infrastructure. Marce Herz Middle School earns a 9/10 from GreatSchools, and Damonte Ranch High School posts an 8/10. The community's South Reno location puts families near South Meadows employment, shopping, and I-580 without the congestion of central Reno.

How does Chantenay compare to Damonte Ranch or Double Diamond?

Chantenay is a neighborhood within Damonte Ranch — so residents get Damonte Ranch master-plan amenities. Double Diamond is a nearby South Reno master plan at $480K–$700K, slightly newer, with its own parks and trail loops. Chantenay's entry prices start a bit lower, making it one of the better value plays in the ZIP 89521 corridor for buyers targeting the $450K–$550K range.

What are crime rates like in Chantenay?

South Reno runs a favorable crime profile compared to central and north Reno. Chantenay benefits from Damonte Ranch master-plan design — limited through-traffic and active HOA enforcement keep property crime below metro averages according to City of Reno Police and FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data. Standard precautions cover the remaining risk in this suburban corridor.

What types of homes are available in Chantenay?

Chantenay is a single-family neighborhood with homes predominantly built in the 2000s by production builders. Floor plans range from roughly 1,500 to 2,800 square feet on standard residential lots. Price range runs $450K to $650K, with most homes offering three to four bedrooms, two-car garages, and access to Damonte Ranch master-plan parks and amenities.

Does Nevada have a state income tax that affects my budget in Chantenay?

Nevada has zero state income tax — confirmed by the Nevada Department of Taxation. California's top marginal rate is 13.3% per the California Franchise Tax Board. A household moving from the Bay Area and earning $200,000 saves approximately $10,000 or more per year simply by establishing Nevada residency, which more than offsets the difference in housing costs at the $700K ZIP 89521 median.

What is the minimum down payment to buy in Chantenay?

Most Chantenay buyers put down 5%–20%. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified first-time buyers (620+ credit); FHA allows 3.5% with 580+ credit. At the $700K ZIP median, 5% down is $27,000 and 20% is $108,000. Homes above $766K require jumbo financing — less common in Chantenay at current price levels, but worth confirming with your lender before you tour.

Is Chantenay better for buyers than Double Diamond?

It depends on priorities. Chantenay sits inside Damonte Ranch and shares its master-plan lake and wetlands amenities, with slightly lower entry prices ($450K–$550K) than much of Double Diamond. Double Diamond offers newer construction in some pockets and its own trail network. Both feed the same Washoe County school assignments. Tour both neighborhoods before deciding; they are roughly 10 minutes apart.

Can Nevada Real Estate Group help me buy or sell in Chantenay?

Absolutely. Nevada Real Estate Group is the #1 real estate team in Nevada — 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in total volume. Our South Reno specialists know every street in the Damonte Ranch and Chantenay corridor: current listings, resale values, HOA documents, and school boundary quirks. Call (775) 277-2120 or submit the form below to get matched with an agent today.

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Is Chantenay a nice area?

Yes — Chantenay offers solid family livability for South Reno at an attainable price point. Quiet residential streets inside the Damonte Ranch master plan, a community lake and wetlands trail, and the 9/10-rated Marce Herz Middle School combine to make this one of the better-value neighborhoods in ZIP 89521 for the $450K–$600K buyer.

Does Chantenay have good schools?

Marce Herz Middle School earns a 9/10 from GreatSchools — the standard sixth-grade assignment for ZIP 89521. Damonte Ranch High School earns an 8/10. Families prioritizing a 9/10 high school may look at Galena High, which serves the adjacent corridor and is accessible via school choice application.

What is the Damonte Ranch community like?

Damonte Ranch is the master-planned community that contains Chantenay — one of South Reno's largest master plans with a community lake, wetlands walking trail, multiple parks, and the Damonte Ranch Town Center for everyday shopping and dining. Homes range from $480K entry resales to $800K+ larger plans across the full master plan.

Is Chantenay gated?

No — Chantenay is an open-access neighborhood within Damonte Ranch. There is no guard gate or staffed entry. Buyers wanting a gated community in South Reno should look at ArrowCreek (luxury, $700K+) or some guard-gated sections within the Galena corridor, which come with a substantial price premium.

How much does it cost to live in Chantenay per month?

A $700K purchase with 10% down at 7% runs roughly $3,962/month all-in — principal, interest, 0.6% property tax, insurance, $105 HOA average, and PMI. That compares to about $2,200/month to rent a comparable single-family home in the corridor. Nevada's zero state income tax offsets much of the ownership premium for most California relocators.

What ZIP code is Chantenay in?

Chantenay is in ZIP code 89521, which covers the South Reno corridor including Damonte Ranch, Double Diamond, and South Meadows. The median list price in 89521 is about $699,975 per Northern Nevada Regional MLS data, with roughly 256 active listings as of September 2026.

How close is Chantenay to South Meadows?

About 5 minutes by car along South Meadows Parkway. The South Meadows corridor — home to Target, Costco, restaurants, tech offices, and medical facilities — is Chantenay's most convenient daily-errand destination. It's one of the practical advantages of a South Reno location over central or north Reno neighborhoods.

How close is Chantenay to Lake Tahoe?

About 50 minutes by car. Incline Village on Tahoe's north shore is roughly 50 minutes via the Mount Rose Highway (NV-431). Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is closer at about 40 minutes — South Reno's I-580 connection to the Mt. Rose Highway provides one of the fastest valley-to-mountain routes from any Reno neighborhood.

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NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Which Communities Are Near Chantenay?

Compare Chantenay with neighboring South Reno communities and nearby Northern Nevada options. Each card pairs the commute time to Chantenay with the community's price positioning, so you can judge whether moving to an adjacent area actually buys you more home for the money.

5 MIN N

Damonte Ranch

$580K

5 min from Chantenay

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10 MIN E

Double Diamond

$560K

10 min from Chantenay

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10 MIN S

Regency 55+

$650K

10 min from Chantenay

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10 MIN NE

Copper Creek

$600K

10 min from Chantenay

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15 MIN W

ArrowCreek

$1.2M+

15 min from Chantenay

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22 MIN N

Reno (city page)

$575K

22 min to downtown

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A–Z INDEX

Which Reno Neighborhoods Can You Explore A–Z?

21 neighborhoods and communities within and around Reno — from ArrowCreek and Caughlin Ranch in the west foothills to Damonte Ranch and South Meadows in the south corridor. Every linked entry opens a dedicated page with current NNRMLS listings, price ranges starting as low as $440K, and community details.

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Chantenay Data Come From?

Every statistic on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, and we refresh these numbers monthly. The organizations below — from the U.S. Census Bureau to the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS — supply the underlying data; follow any link to verify a figure or pull deeper detail than we publish here.

  1. Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS (RSAR) — Median sold price, days on market, list-to-sold ratio, monthly MLS statistics for ZIP 89521. rsar.realtor
  2. Northern Nevada Regional MLS (NNRMLS) — Active listings, inventory counts, price-per-square-foot, and community-level data. nnrmls.com
  3. U.S. Census Bureau — Population, demographics, household income, age distribution, and education attainment (ACS) for ZIP 89521. data.census.gov
  4. Nevada State Demographer — City and county population estimates and growth projections for the Reno-Sparks MSA. census.gov
  5. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Reno-Sparks MSA unemployment rate, employment by sector, and wage data. bls.gov/reno-sparks
  6. Washoe County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, and parcel data for the South Reno / Damonte Ranch corridor. washoecounty.gov/assessor
  7. Washoe County School District — School assignments, enrollment, and district performance data for Chantenay (ZIP 89521). washoeschools.net
  8. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, and student-teacher ratios for schools near Chantenay. greatschools.org
  9. Nevada Report Card — Official Nevada DOE school performance data cross-referenced with GreatSchools ratings. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
  10. FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Violent and property crime rates for the Reno metro, used in the safety section. fbi.gov/ucr
  11. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator and buy-vs-rent model. freddiemac.com/pmms
  12. Nevada Revised Statutes — Property tax cap (NRS 361.471) and Nevada residency / DMV deadlines cited in relocation guide. leg.state.nv.us/nrs

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).

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