Top Rated
8/10
8/10Damonte Ranch ES
Damonte Ranch
K-5680 Students20:1
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.
MEDIAN LIST PRICE
$540K
RSAR / NNRMLS, ZIP 89521, June 2026
DAYS ON MARKET
35
RSAR / NNRMLS, June 2026
HOA (MASTER)
$50–$160/mo
Damonte Ranch Community Association
TO LAKE TAHOE
50 min
Mt. Rose Hwy (NV-431)
Data reviewed by
NREG Research Team
All statistics verified against primary sources (LVR, U.S. Census, FBI, BLS)
Last updated
June 2026
Reviewed monthly · Next review July 2026
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 $540,000 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: $540,000 (June 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 June 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 June 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 $540K per Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS June 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.
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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.
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EDUCATION
7/10
7/10
8/10
How Are the Schools Near Chantenay?
Chantenay feeds the Washoe County School District, with South Meadows Elementary and Damonte Ranch Elementary in the corridor and the top-rated Marce Herz Middle School as the standard sixth-grade assignment. Damonte Ranch High School earns an 8/10 from GreatSchools. The cards below rank the standouts by level using GreatSchools ratings, Nevada Report Card data, and parent reviews from 2026.
7/10South Meadows ES
South Meadows
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7/10Double Diamond ES
Double Diamond
K-5610 Students20:1
8/10Hunsberger ES
Northwest Reno
K-6720 Students19:1
Campus photos are representative imagery — school names, ratings, and enrollment data refer to the actual schools listed.
Which Schools Near Chantenay Are the Best?
According to GreatSchools.org, the top-rated schools near Chantenay include Marce Herz Middle School (9/10), Galena High School (9/10), and Damonte Ranch Elementary (8/10). Damonte Ranch High School earns an 8/10. All are in the Washoe County School District. Ratings are cross-checked against the Nevada Report Card, and the full ranked table adds enrollment and student-teacher ratios.
| Rank | School | Type | Grades | GreatSchools | Neighborhood | Homes Near |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marce Herz Middle School | Public | 6-8 | 9/10 | South Reno | $490,000+ |
| 2 | Galena High School | Public | 9-12 | 9/10 | South Reno | $575,000+ |
| 3 | Damonte Ranch Elementary | Public | K-5 | 8/10 | Damonte Ranch | $480,000+ |
| 4 | Damonte Ranch High School | Public | 9-12 | 8/10 | South Reno | $480,000+ |
| 5 | Sage Ridge School | Private | K-12 | 9/10 | South Reno | $550,000+ |
SAFETY & CRIME
Is Chantenay Safe?
Direct Answer
Yes — South Reno master-plan design and limited through-traffic keep crime well below Reno city averages. According to City of Reno Police and FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data, the Damonte Ranch and ZIP 89521 corridor runs a favorable safety profile compared to central and north Reno. Standard suburban precautions cover the remaining risk in this family-oriented neighborhood.
- Safety grade, South RenoAreaVibes composite 2026
- Through-traffic vs. cityMaster-plan design advantage
- Damonte Ranch HOA enforcementCommon area patrols + CC&Rs
- Property crime vs. RenoSouth Reno corridor
What Buyers Should Know
Chantenay's safety profile benefits from its master-plan setting: quiet interior streets, active HOA surveillance of common areas, and the limited through-traffic that comes with a neighborhood designed for residents rather than cut-through commuters. Property crime in the South Reno / Damonte Ranch corridor runs below Reno city averages, with the most common incidents being opportunistic vehicle break-ins — largely preventable.
South Reno overall runs a more favorable crime profile than central and north Reno. Chantenay's position inside Damonte Ranch adds the informal social cohesion of a master-planned neighborhood — neighbors know each other, parks are well-used, and the wetlands trail adds natural foot traffic that deters opportunistic crime.
Standard precautions — secured garages, porch lighting, participating in neighborhood watch apps — cover virtually all of the remaining risk in this price band.
Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available data), City of Reno Police Department reporting. Last updated June 2026.
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$540,000
Median List Price (ZIP 89521)
~256
Active Listings (ZIP 89521)
~$290
Price / Sq Ft
35
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)
LIVABILITY REPORT CARD
How Does Chantenay Score?
Chantenay scores well for family livability, attainable pricing, and South Reno access compared with both Washoe County and national benchmarks, with cost of living far below the California metros most buyers leave behind. Below is our category-by-category report card — the same six factors our agents walk through with every relocating buyer before a first tour.
Grade B+: Safety
South Reno master-plan design and limited through-traffic keep crime below metro averages; open-access community without guard gate.
Grade A-: Schools
Marce Herz Middle School (9/10 GreatSchools) and Damonte Ranch High (8/10) serve the corridor; strong WCSD assignments.
Grade A: Cost of Living
$540K median — a fraction of Bay Area pricing — plus zero Nevada state income tax and capped property taxes.
Grade B+: Amenities
Damonte Ranch community lake, wetlands trail, and Town Center; South Meadows retail corridor five minutes away.
Grade A-: Outdoor Access
Lake Tahoe 50 minutes away, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe 40 minutes, Damonte Ranch wetlands walking paths on the doorstep.
Grade A-: Commute
About 20–25 minutes to downtown Reno and 20 minutes to the airport via I-580.
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.
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.
~45,000
vs Washoe Co ~510,000
~$82,000
vs Washoe Co $76,000
~38
vs Washoe Co 39
~$540K
vs Washoe Co $530K
~68%
vs Washoe Co 58%
~40%
vs Washoe Co 33%
~33%
vs Washoe Co 28%
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.
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.
LIVABILITY SCORES
How Does Chantenay Score for Livability?
Chantenay posts a solid overall livability profile for a South Reno family neighborhood — strong school scores, attainable pricing relative to California, and master-plan amenity access. The rings below break that composite into the six categories buyers ask about most.
- 82B+
Overall Livability
- 84A-
Schools
- 78B+
Safety
- 86A
Cost of Living
- 79B+
Amenities
- 84A-
Outdoor / Recreation
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)
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
28 → 35 days YoY (seasonal softening winter)
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Active Listings
~256 monthly average, seasonal winter dip
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
35
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET
$540K
MEDIAN LIST PRICE
256
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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
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
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
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
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
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 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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- 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.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chantenay | $540,000 | ~$290 | 35 | 45 | Family · Attainable · Damonte Ranch access |
| Damonte Ranch | $580,000 | ~$295 | 32 | 120 | Master Plan · Lake · Family |
| Double Diamond | $560,000 | ~$292 | 33 | 68 | Newer · Trails · Family |
| Regency 55+ | $650,000 | ~$310 | 40 | 22 | 55+ · Active Adult · Low-Maintenance |
| Reno (city hub) | $575,000 | ~$305 | 34 | 400+ | 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.
Browse Chantenay homes →$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.
Browse Damonte Ranch homes →$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.
Browse Double Diamond homes →$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.
Browse Regency 55+ homes →$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.
Browse Reno (city hub) homes →$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.
Browse Damonte Ranch Town Center (Shopping & Dining) homes →$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.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89521 | Chantenay · Damonte Ranch · South Reno | $540K | ~$290 | 35 | 256 | +2.2% |
| 89511 | South Reno · Galena · ArrowCreek | $745K | ~$355 | 40 | 268 | +2.8% |
| 89523 | Somersett · Northwest Reno | $620K | ~$315 | 32 | 210 | +1.9% |
| 89519 | Old Southwest · Caughlin Ranch | $725K | ~$340 | 36 | 142 | +3.1% |
| 89509 | Midtown · Central · Lakeridge | $520K | ~$310 | 34 | 174 | +1.5% |
| 89506 | North Valleys · Sky Vista | $440K | ~$255 | 30 | 188 | +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.
BY THE NUMBERS
Which Statistics Define Chantenay Real Estate?
Eight verifiable numbers — sourced to the BLS Reno-Sparks MSA report, U.S. Census Bureau, Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS, GreatSchools, and Damonte Ranch Community Association — pin down this South Reno neighborhood's fundamentals. ZIP 89521 median list price is $540K, days on market run 35, and the HOA runs $50–$160 per month.
$540K
Median list price in ZIP 89521 (South Reno / Damonte Ranch corridor) in June 2026.
Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS
+2.2%
Year-over-year price growth in ZIP 89521, May 2025 to May 2026.
Northern Nevada Regional MLS
35
Median days from list to accepted offer in the ZIP 89521 corridor.
RSAR / NNRMLS, June 2026
$290
Median price per square foot among active South Reno / Chantenay listings.
NNRMLS / Repliers IDX, June 2026
9/10
GreatSchools rating at Marce Herz Middle School, the primary sixth-grade assignment for Chantenay.
GreatSchools 2026
50 min
Drive time from Chantenay to Lake Tahoe via the Mount Rose Highway.
City of Reno
$50–$160
Monthly HOA range covering Damonte Ranch community amenities including lake, wetlands trail, and parks.
Damonte Ranch Community Association
8/10
GreatSchools rating at Damonte Ranch High School, the standard high school assignment for ZIP 89521.
GreatSchools 2026
WHY CHANTENAY
Why Does Chantenay Stand Out Among South Reno Neighborhoods?
From attainable entry prices to top-tier middle school assignments to the Damonte Ranch master-plan amenities, Chantenay delivers family value that most South Reno alternatives charge a premium for. Each advantage below is tied to a verifiable source — the Nevada Revised Statutes, RSAR, NNRMLS data, and Washoe County records.
- Damonte Ranch Community Association
Damonte Ranch master-plan access
Community lake, wetlands walking trail, neighborhood parks, and Town Center shopping and dining — shared amenities without the premium price tag.
- GreatSchools 2026
Marce Herz Middle School (9/10)
One of the highest-rated middle schools in the Washoe County School District feeds the ZIP 89521 corridor — a genuine differentiator for families.
- Northern Nevada Regional MLS
Attainable South Reno entry point
Single-family homes from $450K — one of the more accessible price points in the ZIP 89521 corridor relative to surrounding luxury and master-plan communities.
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471
Nevada tax advantage
Zero state income tax plus a 3% annual cap on primary-residence property taxes under NRS 361.471 keeps long-run carrying costs predictable.
- City of Reno
South Meadows employment corridor nearby
Tech offices, medical facilities, and professional services on South Meadows Parkway sit five minutes from Chantenay — no commute needed for many residents.
WHY BUY IN CHANTENAY
What Are the Top Reasons to Buy a Home in Chantenay?
Chantenay's case rests on numbers, not adjectives: zero Nevada state income tax, a $50–$160/month HOA that includes Damonte Ranch master amenities, a median list price near $540K per Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS, and Lake Tahoe 50 minutes away. The reasons below each carry a named source.
Zero Nevada state income tax
No personal income tax — five-figure annual savings for most California relocators.
Nevada Department of Taxation
Damonte Ranch master-plan amenities included
Community lake, wetlands trail, parks, and Town Center access at $50–$160/month HOA.
Damonte Ranch Community Association
3% property-tax cap
Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by Nevada statute.
NRS 361.471
Attainable South Reno pricing
Single-family homes from $450K — value play in a desirable ZIP 89521 corridor.
Northern Nevada Regional MLS
Marce Herz Middle School (9/10)
One of the highest-rated middle schools in Washoe County School District — a genuine differentiator.
GreatSchools 2026
Strong family neighborhood
Quiet streets, community parks, and master-plan cohesion in a family-oriented ZIP code.
U.S. Census Bureau ACS
South Meadows employment proximity
Five-minute drive to the South Meadows Parkway employment corridor — no long commute needed.
City of Reno
Lake Tahoe 50 minutes away
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe is about 40 minutes; Lake Tahoe Incline Village about 50 minutes via NV-431.
City of Reno
Established neighborhood turnover
Resale inventory turns over regularly in a mature neighborhood — not waiting on builder delivery timelines.
NNRMLS data
Resale velocity
Median 35 days on market in ZIP 89521 means well-priced homes move — and equity realizations happen on a reasonable timeline.
Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS
Construction & Builders
Who Built Homes in Chantenay?
Chantenay is an established neighborhood with homes built primarily in the 2000s by production builders common in the Damonte Ranch master plan — including DR Horton, Centex, and Lennar during the corridor's initial build-out. Resale inventory is the main pathway for buyers today. For brand-new construction in South Reno, explore nearby Double Diamond newer phases or the Regency 55+ community.
Production Family Homes
DR Horton
Original 2000s builder in corridor
Family & Move-Up
Centex / Pulte
Production builder, 2000s phases
Family Production
Lennar
Active in South Reno corridor
Luxury / Semi-Custom
Toll Brothers (nearby)
Premium tier nearby
South Reno Newer Phases
New Construction Options
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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
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Can You Tour Chantenay Homes This Weekend?
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Quick Answer
What does an HOA cost in Chantenay?
The Damonte Ranch master HOA covering Chantenay runs $50–$160 per month, including common-area landscaping, the community lake and wetlands trail, and neighborhood parks. Some Chantenay streets may have a sub-association or street-level HOA in addition — always request the full dues statement, transfer fees, and any pending special-assessment balance in escrow before writing an offer.
Moving to Chantenay
Should I Move to Chantenay?
Every month, households from the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, and across California choose South Reno for its Sierra access, attainable pricing, and tax advantage. Here's how Chantenay fits that picture. California's top state income-tax rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board; Nevada's is zero, and that single line item funds most relocations.
Why California Buyers Are Choosing Chantenay and South Reno
The tax math anchors every relocation: California's top marginal state income tax is 13.3% — Nevada's is zero. A household earning $300,000 saves roughly $25,000+ per year in state income taxes alone. But Chantenay adds a practical second layer: established single-family homes on quiet streets inside the Damonte Ranch master plan, starting under $500K — a budget that in the San Jose or Oakland area buys a dated condo or a fixer in an outlying suburb.
At a $550,000 budget, buyers in the Bay Area face a narrow, competitive field of small or aging homes. That same budget in Chantenay secures a 1,800–2,400 sq ft single-family home on a residential lot with Damonte Ranch park access and a strong school zone — typically newer construction than the Bay Area equivalent, with the Sierra Nevada visible on the western skyline.
According to Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS, the ZIP 89521 median active list price runs about $540,000 — a fraction of comparable San Francisco Bay Area pricing. Per the Washoe County Assessor, the effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of taxable value, capped at 3% annual growth on a primary residence. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows the Reno-Sparks MSA unemployment near historic lows, driven by Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center employers including Tesla, Switch, and Panasonic, plus South Meadows corridor employers minutes from Chantenay.
Chantenay residents tap into South Reno's growing employment base without a long commute. South Meadows Parkway is a short drive from the neighborhood — home to tech offices, medical facilities, and professional services that make it a self-contained employment corridor. Downtown Reno employers (Renown Health, University of Nevada, Reno) sit about 20–25 minutes away. The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center east of the city — home to Tesla's Gigafactory, Switch hyperscale data centers, and Panasonic — is roughly 40 minutes via I-580 and I-80.
Cost of Living Snapshot — Chantenay, South Reno vs. San Francisco Bay Area
Day-to-day costs run dramatically lower than the Bay Area across nearly every category. Nevada has no state income tax and no personal property tax on vehicles beyond registration. A $540K Chantenay home sits at a fraction of comparable Bay Area pricing, and Washoe County property taxes are capped by statute at 3% annual growth.
| Metric | Chantenay, South Reno NV | San Francisco Bay Area, CA |
|---|---|---|
| State Income Tax | None | Up to 13.3% |
| Median List Price (ZIP 89521) | ~$540K | ~$1.1M–$1.5M |
| Effective Property Tax Rate | ~0.5%–0.7% | ~0.75%+ |
| HOA / Month | $50–$160 | Varies · $0–$600+ |
| Avg. Home Size at $550K | 1,800–2,400 sq ft | 900–1,300 sq ft |
| Airport Commute | 20 min (Reno-Tahoe Intl) | 40–90+ min (SFO/SJC) |
Figures are approximate, for illustration. Contact our team for current market data.
Chantenay Rental Market — Rent vs. Own
Single-family rentals in Chantenay and ZIP 89521 typically run $2,200–$2,900/month based on Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS rental tracking, with larger four-bedroom homes near $3,000. For buyers planning a 5+ year hold, purchasing builds equity that Reno's steadily rising rents otherwise hand to a landlord — and Nevada adds no state income tax on top of appreciation gains.
Updated June 2026 · Source: Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS rental tracking & BLS Consumer Price Index
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Start Your Chantenay SearchRELOCATION TIMELINE
How to Relocate to Chantenay in 8 Steps
From first research to keys-in-hand, here's the 8-12 week timeline most Chantenay 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.
Research Chantenay vs. neighboring South Reno neighborhoods
Compare Chantenay, Double Diamond, and broader Damonte Ranch — each carries different HOA structures, school boundary nuances, and lot sizes within the same general price range.
Get pre-approved
Most Chantenay homes fall under the $766K conforming limit — conventional financing is straightforward. Get a pre-approval letter before touring; many South Reno sellers expect it.
Hire a South Reno specialist
School boundary splits, HOA layer differences between streets, and resale-value variances across Damonte Ranch sub-sections all move real money. Work with an agent who tracks this corridor weekly.
Tour in person or virtually
Walk the neighborhood morning and afternoon — park proximity, noise from Steamboat Parkway, and lot orientation vary by street. Virtual tours available for out-of-state buyers.
Write and negotiate the offer
Pair list-price strategy with a request for seller credits or a rate buydown; well-priced homes in this corridor sell in 28–35 days, so offer timing matters.
Inspection & appraisal
Inspect for 2000s-era systems nearing replacement (HVAC, water heater, roof). South Reno appraisals run 5–8 business days in this price band.
Clear conditions & fund
Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys — expect 30–45 days from acceptance to funding.
Close, move, and register
Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Truckee Meadows Water Authority), then handle the Nevada DMV — license within 30 days, registration within 60.
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.
| Metric | Chantenay | Double Diamond | Damonte Ranch | Copper Creek |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median List Price | $540K | $560K | $580K | $600K |
| Price / Sq Ft | ~$290 | ~$292 | ~$295 | ~$302 |
| Days on Market | 35 | 33 | 32 | 38 |
| HOA / Month | $50–$160 | $50–$130 | $50–$160 | $75–$175 |
| Guard-Gated | No | No | No | No |
| Community Lake | Yes (Damonte Ranch) | No | Yes | No |
| Top School Rating | 9/10 (Marce Herz MS) | 9/10 (Marce Herz MS) | 9/10 (Marce Herz MS) | 9/10 (Marce Herz MS) |
| Construction Era | 2000s established | Mixed 2000s–2010s | 2000s–2010s | Newer 2010s+ |
| Best For | Family · Attainable · Master Plan | Family · Newer · Trails | Master Plan · Lake · Full range | Newer · 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?
A median $540K Chantenay purchase runs about $3,900 monthly with 10% down at 7% per Freddie Mac's rate survey — principal, interest, taxes, insurance, HOA, and PMI included — versus roughly $2,200 to rent a comparable home in the corridor. The three tabs below let you model your own payment, compare renting, and budget HOA tiers.
Payment Estimator
Estimate Your Chantenay Payment
$4,060
Estimated Monthly Payment
- Principal & Interest$3,233
- Property Tax$274
- Insurance$150
- HOA$200
- PMI$203
Estimated calculations only — consult a lender for exact figures. Rate benchmarks reflect the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
BUY VS RENT
Should you buy or rent in Chantenay right now?
At current rates the monthly gap narrows once equity and tax effects are counted — and the South Reno corridor's steadily rising rents shift the math toward owning for 5+ year holds.
OWN (10% DOWN, 7%)
$3,962 / mo
- Principal & Interest
- $3,234
- Property Tax (~0.6%)
- $270
- Homeowners Insurance
- $110
- HOA (master avg.)
- $105
- PMI (10% down)
- $243
5-year net cost:~$158,000
Equity built:~$68,000
RENT (MEDIAN SFR)
$2,200 / mo
- Median SFR Rent (ZIP 89521)
- $2,200
- Renters Insurance
- $20
- Equity Built / Month
- $0
- Tax Benefit
- $0
- Annual Increase Risk
- ~4%
5-year net cost:~$143,000
Equity built:$0
Avg annual rent increase: 4.0%
The 5-year breakeven
Owning a median Chantenay home for five years costs modestly more than renting in cash terms — but the owner walks away with roughly $68,000 in equity while the renter walks away with none. Appreciation above the modeled 3% and the Nevada income-tax savings widen the gap further for California relocators.
Model assumptions: 7.0% 30-yr fixed (Freddie Mac PMMS), 3% annual appreciation, 4% annual rent growth, 0.6% effective property tax.
HOA Fees by Community
HOA Fees in Chantenay
Chantenay's HOA structure is straightforward — the Damonte Ranch master HOA covers all residents at a single tier, with some streets potentially carrying a sub-association.
Master HOA (all residents)
$50–$160 / mo
Chantenay / Damonte Ranch residents
$50–$160
Includes:
Common landscaping, community lake and wetlands trail, neighborhood parks, Town Center access
Street-Level Sub-Association (select streets)
Varies
Select Chantenay streets
Confirm in escrow
Includes:
Street-specific common area maintenance; confirm scope before purchase
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
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.
Chantenay FAQ — 18 Answers
What Do Chantenay Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedWhat is the median home price in Chantenay?
The median asking price for a Chantenay home runs approximately $540,000 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 35 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) 204-6150 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 $540K 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 $540K 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 $540K 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.
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What Else Do People Ask About Chantenay?
Beyond the FAQ above, these are the queries Chantenay and South Reno buyers actually type into Google and AI assistants — answered with specifics you can verify: prices from the Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS, school ratings from GreatSchools, HOA figures from the Damonte Ranch Community Association, and tax data from the Washoe County Assessor.
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 $540K 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 $540,000 per Northern Nevada Regional MLS data, with roughly 256 active listings as of June 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.
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.
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What Else Should You Read About Chantenay and South Reno?
These guides extend the research most Chantenay buyers do next — comparing neighboring South Reno communities, understanding the Damonte Ranch master plan, and exploring the full Reno market — each written from the same NNRMLS data and primary sources used throughout this page.
GUIDE
Damonte Ranch Community Guide
South Reno's signature master plan — community lake, wetlands trail, Town Center, and a broad price range from $480K to $800K+ across the full master plan footprint.
Read →GUIDE
Double Diamond Community Guide
An adjacent South Reno master plan with newer construction phases, its own trail network, and the same Marce Herz Middle School assignment as Chantenay.
Read →MARKET REPORT
Reno Market Hub
Truckee Meadows market data, neighborhood comparisons, and every Reno community page in one place.
Read →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.
- Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS (RSAR) — Median sold price, days on market, list-to-sold ratio, monthly MLS statistics for ZIP 89521. rsar.realtor
- Northern Nevada Regional MLS (NNRMLS) — Active listings, inventory counts, price-per-square-foot, and community-level data. nnrmls.com
- U.S. Census Bureau — Population, demographics, household income, age distribution, and education attainment (ACS) for ZIP 89521. data.census.gov
- Nevada State Demographer — City and county population estimates and growth projections for the Reno-Sparks MSA. census.gov
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Reno-Sparks MSA unemployment rate, employment by sector, and wage data. bls.gov/reno-sparks
- Washoe County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, and parcel data for the South Reno / Damonte Ranch corridor. washoecounty.gov/assessor
- Washoe County School District — School assignments, enrollment, and district performance data for Chantenay (ZIP 89521). washoeschools.net
- GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, and student-teacher ratios for schools near Chantenay. greatschools.org
- Nevada Report Card — Official Nevada DOE school performance data cross-referenced with GreatSchools ratings. nevadareportcard.nv.gov
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Violent and property crime rates for the Reno metro, used in the safety section. fbi.gov/ucr
- Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator and buy-vs-rent model. freddiemac.com/pmms
- 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).
Last refresh: June 2026 · Next scheduled refresh: July 2026