ZIP 89005 is a Boulder City residential ZIP code covering approximately ~208 square miles with approximately ~16,000 residents. Median single-family resale price in 2026 runs approximately $485,000 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, with median days on market at 15-75 and months of inventory at 9-10. ZIP 89005 covers the entire incorporated City of Boulder City — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area (the largest reservoir in the United States by capacity) and Hoover Dam. Housing supply is permanently constrained by the growth ordinance, supporting property values.
Where is ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 sits in Boulder City, Nevada at approximately 35.979°N, 114.832°W. Located in southeastern Clark County between Las Vegas valley (northwest) and Lake Mead National Recreation Area (east). Bounded by Highway 95 / I-11 corridor. The ZIP runs approximately 30-35 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 35-40 min to Harry Reid International Airport. For broader Boulder City market context across every neighborhood NREG covers, see the Boulder City city hub, or see where 89005 falls on the Las Vegas ZIP code map.
What communities are inside ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 covers the entire incorporated City of Boulder City — the only city in Nevada where gambling is prohibited. Boulder City was founded in 1931 to house Hoover Dam construction workers and maintains a controlled-growth ordinance that strictly limits new development. The city sits adjacent to Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Hoover Dam.
| Community | Price range |
|---|---|
| Boulder City core | $400K-$1M+ |
Which schools serve ZIP 89005?
CCSD schools include Boulder City HS (7/10 GreatSchools), Garrett JHS (7/10), Andrew J. Mitchell ES (7/10), and Martha P. King ES (7/10). All Boulder City schools rate consistently 7/10 reflecting the stable small-town demographic. Verify specific street-level assignments at ccsd.net before signing any offer. For deeper Summerlin-area school detail, see the Summerlin schools guide.
What does the ZIP 89005 housing market look like in 2026?
Right now in 89005
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS (GLVAR) MLS via Repliers IDX, as of 2026-10-09. Active count and median list price cover all active for-sale listings in 89005; sold median and days on market are the 37 closed sales of the trailing 90 days. Refreshed daily.
ZIP 89005 median resale runs approximately $525K in 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Days on market 40-60, inventory 4-5 months. Year-over-year appreciation 3% since 2020. The controlled-growth ordinance permanently limits supply supporting property values during downturns. Mid-tier ZIP 89005 resale velocity tracks the broader Clark County metro patterns — typical days-on-market are within 5-10 of the metro median, and seasonal swing follows the standard May-August peak / November-January trough cycle. The Las Vegas REALTORS multi-year submarket data shows established mid-tier ZIPs appreciating moderately and steadily, providing predictable owner-occupant equity build without the volatility of trophy-tier or new-construction segments. Compare across all metro submarkets at the Las Vegas market data desk.
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What is nearby in ZIP 89005?
Lake Mead National Recreation Area (immediately east, largest reservoir in US by capacity), Hoover Dam (8 minutes east), Bootleg Canyon mountain biking, the 34-mile River Mountains Loop Trail (starts in Boulder City), and the Historic Railroad Trail all sit inside or near ZIP 89005. Drive times: Las Vegas Strip 30-35 min · Harry Reid International Airport 35-40 min.
What about buying in ZIP 89005?
ZIP 89005 fits buyers seeking small-town character, outdoor recreation access (Lake Mead, Hoover Dam, River Mountains Loop Trail), and the no-gambling lifestyle. Most homes non-HOA single-family. Renovation-focused buyers find substantial 1940s-1970s inventory in the historic Boulder City core. Established mid-tier ZIP 89005 buyers should budget for renovation due diligence on 1980s-2000s housing stock — HVAC systems frequently need replacement at 15-20 years, electrical panels may lack 200-amp capacity for modern loads, and roof age verification at the inspection stage matters. Sewer scope and pool inspection (where applicable) are recommended add-ons. FHA appraisal works on most 89005 properties without major repair conditions. For Las Vegas cost-of-living context including utility and maintenance figures see the cost-of-living guide. Start owner-occupant representation at the buyer hub.