Summerlin is a top-selling master-planned community in Las Vegas that’s spread across 22,500 acres on the western rim of the Vegas Valley. This large community is also among the city’s greenest neighborhoods, thanks to more than 230 parks that provide meandering hiking and biking trails and plenty of outdoor recreation. This master-planned community also offers a variety of home styles, from modest single-family residences to custom estates.

As one of the largest master-planned communities in the Valley, Summerlin has had plenty of time to build up its reputation. Still, that’s not the only reason it’s an enduring community in Las Vegas. Here’s a bit more about what it’s like to live in Summerlin.

Home Styles and Prices

Summerlin offers homebuyers a diverse selection of home styles and price points. Some of the home options include single-family houses, townhomes, mid-rise luxury condos, and custom estates. Summerlin also has over 30 neighborhoods that offer different neighborhood vibes, ranging from active adult subdivisions to golf course communities. 

Currently, the median sale price in Summerlin is in the high $300s, according to neighborhoods.com data. Although you can easily find older homes in the neighborhood, Summerlin has plenty of new construction for homebuyers interested in a more modern home with the latest updates and features. Homebuyers looking for new construction can explore several developments within the community, such as The Cliffs, The Paseos, The Ridges, and Stonebridge. 

Amenities

While the neighborhood is admired for its residential vibe as well as its easy access to shopping and dining, Summerlin is also known for its rich lineup of amenities.

The community has multiple clubhouses, recreational areas, sports courts, fitness centers, and swimming pools. In addition to these amenities, residents also have access to more than 230 parks as well as some of the best hiking trails. With over 150 miles of trails and convenient access to plenty of wildlife areas including the Las Vegas Overlook Trail, residents have endless options for staying active outdoors.

In a neighborhood full of parks and greenspaces, Fox Hill Park stands out. This fun outdoor amenity offers 18 acres of recreational space and features a zipline along with a climbing tower and fort, perfect for a family-friendly outdoor adventure. 

Summerlin is also home to several public and private golf courses, such as Eagle Crest Golf Course, Highland Falls Golf, Arroyo Golf Club at Red Rock, and TPC Las Vegas. Residents have numerous course options, each offering challenging levels of play as well as a variety of distinct amenities and practice facilities.

Schools

Summerlin also has more than two dozen schools, including top-rated private and public schools. Homebuyers with children will have a solid range of top schools to choose from, such as the highly ranked Ethel W. Staton Elementary School and John W. Bonner Elementary School. Another top-ranking school is West Career and Technical Academy, a magnet high school that provides a college and career preparatory education. It’s also the first Google pilot school in the district.

What It’s Like to Live Here

This master-planned community is full of activities and events like the Festival of Arts as well as plenty of shopping and dining options. It’s a great place to live off The Strip because you won’t have leave the neighborhood to get anything you need. 

Among the most exciting shopping centers in Summerlin is Downtown Summerlin. It offers shopping and dining options that range from local retailers to national brands as well as casual eateries and specialty food stores. Downtown Summerlin also has an extensive lineup of events and activities throughout the year, such as the annual Tour de Summerlin, craft beer festivals, holiday events, and marathons.

Tivoli Village is another destination near the community that features a great selection of high-end shopping and dining options. The Italian-inspired village was known even during its construction as a highly expensive development project. The result? A gorgeous shopping mall that feels strangely escapist from the desert vibe of the surrounding mountains.

While Summerlin is home to several great libraries that are part of the Las Vegas-Clark County Library District, the Sahara West Library is memorable not only for its vast supply of books but also because the entire building used to be an art gallery.

The library system set aside several rooms in the facility as art galleries with three to four rotating exhibits each year that are free and open to the public. In addition to the gallery space, the library also has a used bookstore, a multi-purpose room, boardroom, and glass room.

Like most other Las Vegas neighborhoods, it pays to have a car to get around. Summerlin Parkway feeds into the I-215 and I-95, so getting around by car is fairly straightforward. But there are some public transit options by bus in the area. For those who don’t have a car, ride-share options like Uber and Lyft are also available in this part of town.