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Neighborhoods articles

Side-by-side comparisons of Las Vegas communities, with prices, HOA and SID costs, commutes and who each area suits.

Neighborhoods · 8 min read

No-HOA Neighborhoods in Las Vegas: Where to Find Homes Without an HOA

Most of the valley pays at least one HOA. Here's where homes without one tend to turn up, what you gain and give up, and how to make sure "no HOA" is really true.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Guard-Gated Communities in Las Vegas: A Guide by Area

The valley's guard-gated communities and enclaves, grouped by area, plus how the dues are layered and what to expect for guests, deliveries and showings.

Neighborhoods · 9 min read

Master Planned Communities in Las Vegas: A Side-by-Side Guide

Summerlin, Henderson's big plans, Skye Canyon, Mountain's Edge and more in one comparison table, plus how master and sub-HOAs, SIDs and LIDs work.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Las Vegas Homes with Strip Views: Where They Are and How to Buy One Wisely

Strip views come down to elevation, distance and angle. Here's where view homes are, how a view affects price, and how to protect the view you pay for.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Summerlin vs Henderson: A Side-by-Side Comparison for Las Vegas Home Buyers

Two of the valley's most popular areas, on opposite sides of town. Here's how Summerlin and Henderson compare on terrain, homes, outdoors, commute, HOAs and new construction.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Henderson vs North Las Vegas: How Two Valley Cities Compare for Home Buyers

Two cities at opposite ends of the valley, each with its own services and plenty of new construction. Here's how Henderson and North Las Vegas compare on homes, price range, parks, commutes and HOAs.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Skye Canyon vs Centennial Hills: Comparing Two Northwest Las Vegas Options

Neighbors along US-95 with the same mountain views, but very different homes, costs and rules. Here's how Skye Canyon and Centennial Hills compare.

Neighborhoods · 7 min read

Southern Highlands vs Mountain's Edge: Comparing Two Southwest Las Vegas Master Plans

Two southwest master plans a short drive apart, built around very different ideas: a private golf club on one side, big parks and SIDs on the other. Here's how they compare.

Dana Benrud · REALTOR®

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