Old Southwest Reno community in Reno, Nevada

Old Southwest RenoHomes for Sale · Reno, NV

100+New Listings
$500K–$1.5M+Median Sale Price
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ZIP: 89509, 89501
Type: Historic Established Neighborhood
Price Range: $500K–$1.5M+
HOA: None (most)

Where is Old Southwest Reno?

Historic in-town neighborhoods · Southwest Reno

~15 min
to Downtown Reno
via I-580 / I-80
~20 min
to Reno-Tahoe Int'l Airport
via I-580
~50 min
to Lake Tahoe (Incline Village)
via NV-431
~10 min
to Summit Reno shopping
via Mt Rose Hwy

Which Old Southwest Reno Homes Are for Sale Right Now?

No active listings match this community right now. Use the search to explore nearby inventory.

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What Is It Like Living in Old Southwest Reno, Reno?

Old Southwest Reno is a historic established neighborhood in Reno, Nevada (ZIP 89509), established Early 1900s with N/A homes. Pricing runs $500K–$1.5M+ with HOA dues of None (most), and the community is not guard-gated. The sections below cover current listings, market data, schools, HOA detail, and how Old Southwest Reno compares to its neighbors — all sourced from…

Old Southwest Reno is the city’s most prized historic district, a collection of tree-lined neighborhoods just south of Downtown and the Truckee River known for character homes, walkability, and proximity to the University and Midtown.

Housing ranges from restored early-1900s Tudors, Craftsman, and brick homes to mid-century residences, on established streets with mature landscaping. Most homes have no HOA, and lot and home sizes vary widely.

The location is among the most walkable in Reno — close to the Riverwalk, Midtown’s dining and shops, and Downtown — while still offering quiet residential streets. Schools fall under the Washoe County School District.

Old Southwest Reno At a Glance

EstablishedEarly 1900s
DeveloperVarious
Total AcreageN/A
HomesN/A
Median Home Price$500K–$1.5M+
ZIP Codes89509, 89501
Guard-GatedNo
HOANone (most)

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What Makes Old Southwest Reno Stand Out?

Historic Character Homes

Restored Tudors, Craftsman, and brick homes from the early 1900s alongside mid-century residences.

Walkable In-Town Living

Close to the Truckee Riverwalk, Midtown dining, Downtown, and the University of Nevada, Reno.

Mature, Tree-Lined Streets

Established neighborhoods with mature landscaping and a strong sense of place.

No HOA (Most Homes)

Most Old Southwest homes carry no HOA, appealing to buyers who want flexibility and character.

Wide Price Range

From updated bungalows to large historic estates, a broad range of budgets within the district.

What Does the Old Southwest Reno HOA Cost and Cover?

Old Southwest Reno carries HOA dues of None (most), covering common-area maintenance and community amenities. Before writing an offer, budget for the dues alongside Nevada's property-tax math — an effective rate near half a percent with the 3% annual cap on primary residences under NRS 361.

Fees & Management

Monthly HOA RangeNone (most)
Guard-GatedNo
Community TypeHistoric Established Neighborhood

HOA fees are subject to change. Verify current fees with the management company before purchase.

What HOA Typically Covers

  • Common area landscaping and maintenance
  • Community parks and trail maintenance
  • Neighborhood street maintenance
  • Exterior architectural standards enforcement
  • Reserve fund contributions

Which Schools Serve Old Southwest Reno?

Clark County School District (CCSD)K–12Serves all addresses

Per-address school zoning for Old Southwest Reno is pulled live from LiveBy when an active listing is on the market. Ask the team for the specific zoned elementary, middle, and high schools for any home in Old Southwest Reno — we run the CCSD attendance-zone lookup the same day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Old Southwest Reno

These are the questions buyers and sellers ask our team most about Old Southwest Reno — pricing, HOA, schools, and timing — answered directly from MLS records, Reno sources, and the transactions Nevada Real Estate Group has closed across the valley. If your question is not covered, call (702) 637-1759 and a specialist will answer it the same day.

Old Southwest Reno is just south of Downtown and the Truckee River (ZIPs 89509 / 89501), between Midtown and the western foothills.
The district is known for historic character homes — Tudors, Craftsman, and brick residences from the early 1900s — plus mid-century homes, most without an HOA.
Pricing ranges widely, generally from about $500K to $1.5M and above for larger historic estates. Call (775) 204-6150 for current availability.
Yes — it is one of Reno’s most walkable areas, close to the Riverwalk, Midtown, Downtown, and the University.
The district is served by the Washoe County School District; assignments depend on the address.
Nevada Real Estate Group’s Reno team specializes in the historic Southwest district. Reach us at (775) 204-6150.

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Ready to Search Old Southwest Reno Homes for Sale?

Old Southwest Reno pricing currently spans $500K–$1.5M+ per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records. That positions the community within the broader Reno market, where selection and pace vary block by block. The listings module above refreshes throughout the day, and our team can pull a same-day comp report for any address in Old Southwest Reno.

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1755 E Plumb Ln #241, Reno, NV 89502
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