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ZIP 89121 covers Southeast valley / UNLV adjacent in Las Vegas, Nevada. Median sale price $356K for homes that went under contract June–August 2026.

ZIP 89121 is a residential ZIP code with Las Vegas mailing addresses. The Census Bureau's 2020 tabulation area for it covers about 9.2 square miles of land, with about 69,000 residents counted in the 2020 Census. ZIP 89121 is in unincorporated Clark County, not the City of Las Vegas, even though its mailing addresses read "Las Vegas": about 73% of its residential parcels are in the town of Paradise, 16% in the town of Winchester and 11% in the town of Sunrise Manor. ZIP 89121 sits just east of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus, across Eastern Avenue, with substantial student-rental, faculty-housing, and university-adjacent single-family demand. The Maryland Parkway corridor, a short distance west, is being studied for future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT). Housing is a mix of 1960s-1990s single-family with significant condo and townhome inventory near UNLV.

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Where is ZIP 89121?

ZIP 89121 sits in Las Vegas, Nevada at approximately 36.106°N, 115.087°W. Bounded roughly by Sahara Avenue on the north, Nellis Boulevard on the east, Tropicana Avenue on the south and Eastern Avenue on the west. The ZIP runs approximately 10-15 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 8-12 min to Harry Reid International Airport. For broader Las Vegas market context across every neighborhood NREG covers, see the Las Vegas hub, or see where 89121 falls on the Las Vegas ZIP code map.

Which government covers ZIP 89121, and what is its property tax rate?

ZIP 89121 is in unincorporated Clark County, not the City of Las Vegas, even though its mailing addresses read "Las Vegas": about 73% of its residential parcels are in the town of Paradise, 16% in the town of Winchester and 11% in the town of Sunrise Manor. The shares count the Clark County Assessor's residential parcels inside the ZIP's 2020 Census boundary, by tax district, as read on October 21, 2026. Jurisdiction decides which local government handles zoning, building permits, business licenses and short-term-rental rules, and which tax rate applies.

Clark County tax districts in ZIP 89121: share of residential parcels and fiscal 2026–27 rate per $100 of assessed value
DistrictGovernmentShare of parcelsFY 2026–27 rate
470 Paradise TownParadise (unincorporated)73%$2.9328
410 Winchester TownWinchester (unincorporated)16%$2.9328
340 Sunrise ManorSunrise Manor (unincorporated)11%$2.9328

The Clark County Treasurer lists a fiscal 2026–27 rate of $2.9328 per $100 of assessed value for districts 470, 410 and 340. Assessed value is 35% of the Assessor's taxable value, so each $100,000 of taxable value carries about $1,026 a year before abatements. Taxable value is set by the Assessor and is often below the sale price. An owner-occupied home's bill can rise at most 3% a year once the owner claims the primary-residence cap (NRS 361.4723); other property, and a home whose new owner has not yet claimed it, falls under the general cap of up to 8% (NRS 361.4722). Check a specific parcel's district on the Clark County Assessor's records search.

Sources: Clark County Treasurer, Tax Rate by District (fiscal 2026–27); Clark County Assessor real property records; parcel counts from the Assessor's parcel layer and the Census Bureau's 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Areas, read October 21, 2026.

What communities are inside ZIP 89121?

ZIP 89121 sits in the southeast valley adjacent to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus. Residential mix includes 1960s-1990s single-family single-story and split-level, mid-rise condo and apartment conversions for UNLV graduate students and faculty, and substantial townhome inventory. The UNLV main campus and the Thomas & Mack Center are just west across Eastern Avenue, in 89119, and the Maryland Parkway corridor (under future Bus Rapid Transit study by RTC) runs beyond them.

Named communities in ZIP 89121, Las Vegas NV
CommunityPrice range
Paradise central$275K-$450K

Which schools serve ZIP 89121?

CCSD schools serving ZIP 89121 include Chaparral HS (3/10 GreatSchools) and elementaries Walter Bracken ES (5/10) and Hummel ES (5/10). The Chaparral HS feeder has been a CCSD turnaround focus area with gradual academic improvement. UNLV-affiliated families with school-age children often choose CCSD magnet programs (Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, Advanced Technologies Academy) over the local feeder. Charter alternatives include Doral Academy and 100 Academy of Excellence. 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 89121 housing market look like in 2026?

Market figures for ZIP 89121

Active listings
308
As of October 29, 2026
Median list price, active
$370K
As of October 29, 2026
Median sale price
$356,000
Under contract June 1–August 31, 2026
Days on market, middle half
10–60 days
Listing to contract, same sales

Sale figures: NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers. Homes (houses, townhomes and condos; manufactured homes and land excluded) that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026. Days on market run from listing to contract; the range is the middle half of those sales. Refreshed quarterly. Active listings and median list price: the same MLS, as of October 29, 2026.

For homes that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026, the median sale price in ZIP 89121 was $356,000, and the middle half of those homes went under contract 10–60 days after listing (NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers; houses, townhomes and condos). Mid-tier ZIP 89121 resale activity follows the metro's seasonal pattern, with more listings and sales in spring and summer than in winter. Compare across all metro submarkets at the Las Vegas market data desk.

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What is nearby in ZIP 89121?

The UNLV main campus and the Thomas & Mack Center (in 89119) and Boulevard Mall (in 89169) sit just west of ZIP 89121, across Eastern Avenue. Drive times: Las Vegas Strip 10-15 min · Harry Reid International Airport 8-12 min.

What about buying in ZIP 89121?

ZIP 89121 fits UNLV faculty, staff, graduate students, and investors targeting university-adjacent rental demand. The mix of 1960s-1990s single-family and townhome inventory requires due diligence on age-specific systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical). Investor buyers should verify Clark County's short-term rental rules (89121 is unincorporated, not the City of Las Vegas) plus specific HOA rules before assuming STR income — UNLV-area HOAs vary significantly on STR rules. FHA, VA, and conventional financing all work without special considerations. Established mid-tier ZIP 89121 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 89121 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.

Frequently asked questions about ZIP 89121

Where is ZIP 89121?
ZIP 89121 covers Southeast valley / UNLV adjacent in Las Vegas, Nevada at approximately 36.106°N latitude. Bounded roughly by Sahara Avenue on the north, Nellis Boulevard on the east, Tropicana Avenue on the south and Eastern Avenue on the west. Its 2020 Census ZIP Code Tabulation Area covers about 9.2 square miles of land, and the 2020 Census counted about 69,000 residents there.
Is ZIP 89121 in the City of Las Vegas?
ZIP 89121 is in unincorporated Clark County, not the City of Las Vegas, even though its mailing addresses read "Las Vegas": about 73% of its residential parcels are in the town of Paradise, 16% in the town of Winchester and 11% in the town of Sunrise Manor. Jurisdiction decides which local government handles zoning, building permits, business licenses and short-term-rental rules, and which tax rate applies.
What is the median home price in 89121?
For homes that went under contract June 1–August 31, 2026 and had closed by October 21, 2026, the median sale price in ZIP 89121 was $356,000, and the middle half of those homes went under contract 10–60 days after listing (NREG analysis of Las Vegas REALTORS MLS sales via Repliers; houses, townhomes and condos). Prices vary across the 1 named community inside the ZIP.
What schools serve ZIP 89121?
ZIP 89121 feeds into Chaparral HS (3/10 GreatSchools), and multiple elementary schools including Walter Bracken ES (5/10), Hummel ES (5/10). Verify your specific street-level school assignment at ccsd.net.
What communities are in ZIP 89121?
ZIP 89121 contains 1 named community: Paradise central ($275K-$450K). Each community has its own HOA, CC&Rs, and amenity package — review the NRS 116 resale package within the 10-day delivery window after any accepted offer.
How far is ZIP 89121 from the Las Vegas Strip and airport?
From ZIP 89121, drive times run approximately 10-15 min to the Las Vegas Strip and 8-12 min to Harry Reid International Airport. Specific times vary by traffic and exact origin within the ZIP — the figures shown are typical off-peak drive times.
What is the property tax rate in ZIP 89121?
The Clark County Treasurer lists a fiscal 2026–27 rate of $2.9328 per $100 of assessed value for districts 470, 410 and 340. Assessed value is 35% of the Assessor's taxable value, so each $100,000 of taxable value carries about $1,026 a year before abatements. Taxable value is set by the Assessor and is often below the sale price. An owner-occupied home's bill can rise at most 3% a year once the owner claims the primary-residence cap (NRS 361.4723); other property, and a home whose new owner has not yet claimed it, falls under the general cap of up to 8% (NRS 361.4722). Check a specific parcel's district on the Clark County Assessor's records search.
Is ZIP 89121 a good area for UNLV faculty?
Yes. ZIP 89121 sits just east of the UNLV main campus, across Eastern Avenue, so commutes for UNLV faculty, staff and graduate students are short. Housing mixes 1960s-1990s single-family homes with townhome and condo options. Many UNLV graduate students choose condo and townhome inventory in 89121 over apartment rentals for similar monthly costs with equity build.
What is the Maryland Parkway BRT?
The Maryland Parkway Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) is a proposed RTC Southern Nevada transit project that would run dedicated BRT service from downtown Las Vegas south along Maryland Parkway through UNLV and into Henderson. The project is in study and design phase. If advanced, the BRT corridor would likely drive development pressure along Maryland Parkway, just west of ZIP 89121 — verify the latest RTC project timeline before factoring BRT into a purchase decision.

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