Buying A Home in Summerlin
Parks, trails, Red Rock views, and a walkable downtown, all in one master-planned community. I'll help you find the part of Summerlin that fits how you live.
About Summerlin
Summerlin is a master-planned community of about 22,500 acres on the west side of Las Vegas, with more than 20 villages and well over 100,000 residents. The Howard Hughes Corporation developed it on land Howard Hughes bought in 1952, and it's named for his paternal grandmother, Jean Amelia Summerlin.
The community is organized into three areas: Summerlin West, Summerlin South, and Summerlin North. Each village has its own character, from established neighborhoods with mature landscaping to newer communities near the foothills.
What sets Summerlin apart is the planning. You'll find more than 250 parks, more than 150 miles of trails, and a downtown district inside the community itself, so a lot of daily life is close to home. Below is a breakdown of the most popular villages, grouped by which area and association they are part of.
Summerlin West
The newest part of Summerlin, west of the 215 Beltway and set against Red Rock Canyon. See all of Summerlin West.
The Vistas: an established village with a community center and pool
The Paseos: parks, a splash pad, and valley views
Reverence: a guard-gated village at the base of the mountains
Stonebridge: newer homes in the shadow of Red Rock Canyon
Redpoint: elevated views, parks, and trails
Redpoint Square: walkable streets with attached and detached homes
Kestrel: single-family homes above 3,000 feet
Kestrel Commons: attached and detached homes with new paseos
Grand Park: Summerlin's newest village, built around a central park
Summerlin South
Home to some of Summerlin's best-known guard-gated communities, plus established family villages and newer ones. See all of Summerlin South.
Summerlin Centre: lock-and-leave homes connected to Downtown Summerlin
The Willows: an established village with a community center and pool
Red Rock Country Club: guard-gated golf living with two Arnold Palmer-designed courses
The Gardens: a park-centered village with a community center
The Ridges: guard-gated custom estates with valley views and a private resident club
Ridgebrook: a newer village with its own neighborhood park
The Mesa: a foothill setting with a 19-acre park
The Cliffs: ridgeline views, Oak Leaf Park, and a 55+ gated neighborhood
The Summit: a private, guard-gated golf club community
The Peaks: a quiet guard-gated retreat against the Spring Mountains with a private resident club
Summerlin North
Where Summerlin began, with established villages, mature landscaping, and golf nearby. See all of Summerlin North.
The Hills: Summerlin's first village, anchored by The Hills Park
The Hills South: guard-gated custom-home communities including Tournament Hills and Eagle Hills
The Pueblo: Pueblo-style architecture and a large park
The Trails: an established village with Summerlin's first community center
The Crossing: home to The Crossing Park, a popular soccer park
The Canyons: guard-gated and golf-course living - next to TPC Las Vegas
The Arbors: parks, tennis, and nearby schools
Age Restricted Communities
Active adult neighborhoods in and around Summerlin, each with its own age rules and amenities.
Sun City Summerlin: a Del Webb age-restricted community of single-family homes, garden villas, and patio homes, with three golf courses
Siena: a guard-gated, age-qualified village with Siena Golf Club, a village community center, and Lake Siena
Regency: a guard-gated, age-qualified neighborhood in The Cliffs with a recreation and fitness center and pickleball courts
Heritage at Stonebridge: a guard-gated 55+ neighborhood in Stonebridge with a pool, pickleball courts, and a clubhouse
Trilogy at Summerlin: a guard-gated 55+ community in South Square with a resort-style pool and the Outlook Club
Not sure where to start? Tell me how you want to live and I'll narrow it down.
Summerlin Lifestyle
Living in Summerlin means a lot of your week happens close to home.
Red Rock Canyon. The 200,000-acre Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area borders Summerlin, with hiking, climbing, and a scenic drive. Check the current entry rules before you go, since timed entry can apply.
Downtown Summerlin. An open-air district with shopping, restaurants, and events. It's also home to the Las Vegas Ballpark, where the Aviators play, and City National Arena, the Vegas Golden Knights' practice facility.
Golf. TPC Las Vegas, Red Rock Country Club, and Bear's Best are all in or near the community.
Parks and trails. Paved trails connect many villages to neighborhood parks.
Dining. Beyond Summerlin itself, some of the valley's best restaurants are a short drive away, including Spring Mountain Road's Chinatown. I wrote about it here:
Schools
Public schools in Summerlin belong to the Clark County School District, and your child's school is assigned by your home's exact address, not by the community name. Zones can change, so I always help clients confirm the assignment before they make an offer.
Summerlin is home to Palo Verde High School and West Career and Technical Academy, a magnet school that admits students through a district-wide application rather than by address. There are also several private options in and near the community, including Bishop Gorman High School, Faith Lutheran, The Meadows School, and The Alexander Dawson School at Rainbow Mountain.
If schools are a priority, tell me early and we'll build your search around them.
Frequently asked questions
Is Summerlin a good place to live? It depends on what you want. Summerlin works well if you value parks, trails, Red Rock access, and a planned community. If you want a more urban feel, I'll point you to other parts of the valley.
What's the difference between Summerlin West, South, and North? They're the three areas of the community, and each has its own mix of villages, home styles, and price points. I'll walk you through how they compare for your budget and lifestyle.
How far is Summerlin from the Strip? About 20 minutes in typical traffic. Many residents tell me they rarely go.
Do you work with new construction in Summerlin? Yes. I can help you compare communities, builders, lots, and incentives. See my new construction page.
I'm moving from out of state. Can you help? Absolutely. Start with my relocation guide, or contact me and we'll plan it together.
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