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$38,900
LandEst. $220/mo
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21650 Palamino Road
Reno, NV, 89521
South Reno Homes for Sale
Showing 570 active listings · Updated June 30, 2026
Reno currently has 570 active south homes for sale, with a median list price of $799,950. South Reno's master-planned corridors — Damonte Ranch, Double Diamond, and South Meadows — deliver newer construction, top-rated Washoe County schools, and quick freeway access to the Reno-Sparks metro and the Sierra Nevada ski resorts, all within Nevada's zero-income-tax environment.
570Active Listings
$799,950Median List Price
What Do Reno Neighborhood Stats Show?
- 7.3/10Avg school ratingLiveBy / GreatSchools
- View 21650 Palamino Road, Reno, NV, 89521 — $38,900
NEWView 9629 Thunder Mountain Way, Reno, NV, 89521 — $737,000$737,000HouseEst. $4,161/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,110 Sq. Ft.0.17 AcresBuilt in 19999629 Thunder Mountain WayReno, NV, 89521Double Diamond Ranch Village 2C
NEWView 2995 Copper Stone Drive, Reno, NV, 89521 — $1,496,000$1,496,000HouseEst. $8,447/mo3 Beds3.5 Baths3,327 Sq. Ft.0.24 AcresBuilt in 20202995 Copper Stone DriveReno, NV, 89521Caramella Ranch Estates Village
NEW CONSTRUCTIONView 6156 Triple Crown Drive, Reno, NV, 89511 — $2,625,000$2,625,000HouseEst. $14,822/mo3 Beds3.5 Baths3,190 Sq. Ft.0.22 AcresBuilt in 20266156 Triple Crown DriveReno, NV, 89511Rancharrah Villages 1,2,& 3
NEWView 6085 Philoree Lane, Reno, NV, 89511 — $1,135,000$1,135,000HouseEst. $6,409/mo3 Beds3.5 Baths1,712 Sq. Ft.2.00 AcresBuilt in 19906085 Philoree LaneReno, NV, 89511
NEWView 20460 Cooke Drive, Reno, NV, 89521 — $950,000$950,000HouseEst. $5,364/mo4 Beds3 Baths2,816 Sq. Ft.1.13 AcresBuilt in 198520460 Cooke DriveReno, NV, 89521Pleasant Valley Estates 2
Why Buy South Homes for Sale in Reno?
- South Reno ZIP codes 89511 and 89521 rank among the highest-performing school zones in Washoe County, drawing families who prioritize education alongside suburban amenity packages including parks, trails, and community centers.
- The area sits within 45 minutes of a half-dozen Sierra ski resorts — Mt. Rose, Heavenly, Northstar, and Kirkwood among them — making it the practical base camp for mountain lifestyle buyers who also need daily metro access.
- South Reno has absorbed the bulk of Reno's tech-sector in-migration, with Tesla, Apple, Google, and Switch campuses all located within a 20-minute commute, fueling resale demand from high-income transplants.
- Nevada's zero state income tax and Washoe County's comparatively low property tax rates make South Reno a compelling financial trade for buyers relocating from California, where state income tax runs up to 13.3%.
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What Do Reno Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedWhich neighborhoods are included in South Reno?
South Reno is loosely defined by ZIP codes 89511 and 89521 and contains several distinct master-planned communities. Damonte Ranch is the most established, with mature trees, a community center, and a wide range of single-family product. Double Diamond sits just east along the South Virginia Street corridor. South Meadows straddles both ZIPs and includes newer phases still under active construction. Each has a slightly different price point and build era.
What do South Reno homes cost?
South Reno homes span a wide range by neighborhood, size, and vintage. Entry-level attached townhomes and smaller single-family homes start around $450,000 to $550,000. Three- and four-bedroom single-family homes in Damonte Ranch and Double Diamond trade from $550,000 to $850,000. Newer construction and homes on larger lots above the valley floor push above $900,000. The live median shown above reflects current NNRMLS active listings.
How are South Reno schools rated?
South Reno falls within the Washoe County School District and is served by some of its highest-rated elementary, middle, and high schools. Galena High School in 89511 consistently ranks among the top public high schools in Nevada. Rating details change year to year — we recommend checking the current GreatSchools scores for any specific address before making an offer, and we pull that data as part of our buyer consultation.
How far is South Reno from the ski resorts?
Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe, the closest major resort, is roughly 25 to 35 minutes from most South Reno neighborhoods depending on traffic and weather. Lake Tahoe's North Shore resorts — Northstar and Heavenly — run 45 to 60 minutes. Most South Reno residents consider the ski commute one of the primary reasons they chose the area over other Reno ZIP codes that sit farther north or east.
Is South Reno still building new homes?
Yes. Several South Reno communities have active new-construction phases, particularly in the 89521 ZIP code and the newer sections of South Meadows and Damonte Ranch West. Builders operating in the area include national homebuilders active in Northern Nevada. New-build pricing typically runs above resale for comparable square footage, but buyers receive builder warranties and modern energy-efficiency standards.
What is the commute like from South Reno to downtown Reno?
South Virginia Street (US-395) connects South Reno to downtown Reno in roughly 15 to 25 minutes under normal conditions. The I-580 interchange provides alternative access to the north end of the metro and the airport. Peak-hour congestion on South Virginia and McCarran Boulevard is the most common complaint — buyers who work downtown often choose neighborhoods with direct 395 onramp access for the fastest morning commute.
Updated June 30, 2026
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