Nighthawk at Kestrel Homes For Sale

KEY TAKEAWAYS

What Should You Know About Nighthawk at Kestrel at a Glance?

Nighthawk at Kestrel is a single-family neighborhood in Summerlin's Kestrel village (ZIP 89138), priced $580K–$960K with $95–$210/mo HOA, trail access to 150-plus Summerlin miles per Howard Hughes Corporation, and a ZIP-89138 median near $760,000 per Las Vegas REALTORS. Sig Rogich Middle School — 10/10-rated by CCSD — is the zoned campus.

• The price range: $580,000–$960,000 for single-family homes, depending on floor plan, lot elevation, and builder-upgrade level.
• The location: northern edge of Summerlin West at ~3,000 ft — 5 min to Downtown Summerlin, 10 min to Red Rock Canyon, 20 min to the Strip.
• Best for: families targeting 10/10 Sig Rogich zoning, remote workers who want trails and space, and California relocators escaping state income tax.
• Open access: not guard-gated — HOA dues run $95–$210/mo, far below gated Summerlin enclaves like The Ridges ($400+/mo).
• Do your homework: verify school zoning by exact address with CCSD; confirm which builder phase and sub-association apply before writing an offer.

Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, Howard Hughes Corporation

PRICE DISTRIBUTION

How Many Nighthawk-Area Homes Sell in Each Price Range?

Across ZIP 89138 — the Kestrel village postal zone — active listings concentrated in the $500K–$1M band in June 2026 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data. Nighthawk homes slot into the $580K–$960K range within that corridor. The bands below show where competition concentrates.

Counts reflect active MLS listings across ZIP code 89138 · June 2026 · Links open the live Las Vegas MLS search pre-filtered by price. Nighthawk proper concentrates in the $580K–$960K bands.

SAFETY & CRIME

Is Nighthawk at Kestrel Safe?

• LowOpportunistic crime rate in KestrelLow-traffic trail-connected design
• LVMPDLas Vegas Metro Police jurisdictionClark County coverage
• ~3,000 ftElevation keeps density lowNorthern Summerlin West corridor
• OpenNon-gated (open-access streets)Lower HOA; benchmark via FBI UCR

Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (latest available data), City of Las Vegas. Community safety details per NREG closing records. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY REPORT CARD

How Does Nighthawk at Kestrel Score?

Nighthawk earns strong marks for schools, trail access, and price-to-quality ratio, with honest trade-offs on drive time to the Strip and the non-gated street design. Below is our six-category report card — the same factors our agents walk through with every relocating buyer before a first Kestrel tour.

• A

  Grade A: Schools

  Sig Rogich Middle (10/10) is among Nevada's top public middle schools; Vanderburg ES (8/10) and Palo Verde HS (8/10) complete the public zone.

• A

  Grade A: Outdoor Access

  Summerlin's 150-plus mile trail network at the doorstep; Red Rock Canyon 10 minutes west; Fox Hill Park with zip lines and disc golf in-village.

• B+

  Grade B+: Value

  $580K–$960K for newer Summerlin homes — substantially below The Ridges or Red Rock Country Club while sharing the same trail network and schools.

• B

  Grade B: Amenities

  Downtown Summerlin (125+ shops) 5 minutes away; City National Arena for NHL practice and events; TPC Summerlin golf 15 minutes south.

• B

  Grade B: Commute

  20 min to the Strip, 30 min to the airport — longer than mid-valley addresses but typical for Summerlin West's elevation and location.

• B+

  Grade B+: Safety

  Kestrel's low-traffic trail-connected design minimizes opportunistic crime; benchmark exact 89138 stats through FBI UCR data during due diligence.

Source: Compiled from GreatSchools.org, FBI UCR, BLS, and Walk Score. Methodology: 6 weighted categories on a 4.0-equivalent scale. Last refreshed June 2026.

POPULATION & GROWTH

How Fast Is the Nighthawk at Kestrel Area Growing?

Nighthawk and the Kestrel village are actively building out within the Summerlin master plan — new phases continue to open. Clark County added more than 400,000 residents between 2010 and 2024 per U.S. Census counts, and Summerlin West remains one of the valley's fastest-growing residential corridors.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and Howard Hughes Corporation. Clark County figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the village separately; projection reflects recent Nevada growth rates. Last updated June 2026.

LIVABILITY SCORES

How Does Nighthawk at Kestrel Score for Livability?

Nighthawk scores highest on schools and outdoor access: Sig Rogich Middle (10/10) is one of Nevada's best public campuses, and Summerlin's 150-plus trail miles plus Red Rock Canyon at 10 minutes set an outdoor standard few Las Vegas neighborhoods match. Trade-offs are a 20-minute Strip commute and non-gated streets. Six categories below, benchmarked to Census and school data.

• 84A-

  Overall Livability

• 93A+

  Schools (zoned + private)

• 72B

  Safety (open-access)

• 62B

  Cost of Living

• 91A+

  Outdoor Access

• 78B+

  Location & Access

Scores synthesized from AreaVibes, Niche, and Census data — updated quarterly.

MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS

How Is the Nighthawk at Kestrel Area Real Estate Market Trending?

The charts below show Las Vegas citywide sold medians, market time, and monthly closings from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data — the liquid benchmark Kestrel trades against. ZIP 89138 homes priced $580K–$960K reflect the Nighthawk competitive set; the cards report area benchmarks updated June 2026.

Updated: June 2026 · Next update: July 2026

Market Competitiveness

How competitive is the Nighthawk at Kestrel market right now?

The ZIP-89138 market is moderately competitive: homes sold in roughly 41 median days per Las Vegas REALTORS data, with well-priced Nighthawk homes attracting serious move-up buyers and California relocators. The $580K–$960K band is active but not frenzied — buyers have negotiating room on days-on-market listings, but clean pre-approved offers on well-priced homes still move quickly.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR data + NREG analysis, June 2026. ZIP-area figures cover the broader 89138 corridor — treat neighborhood-level statistics as indicative.

Neighborhood Comparison

How Does Nighthawk Compare to Other Kestrel Neighborhoods?

A side-by-side comparison of Nighthawk and its closest Kestrel-village neighbors — entry pricing, lifestyle fit, and who each suits — drawn from the community plan record and active-listing data via Las Vegas REALTORS. All share the same school zones, trail access, and Howard Hughes Corporation master-plan amenities.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus the NREG community plan record, June 2026. All Kestrel neighborhoods share ZIP 89138, Sig Rogich Middle zoning, and Summerlin master-plan amenities.

Neighborhood Deep Dive

What's Inside the Kestrel Village?

BY ZIP CODE

How Does ZIP Code 89138 (Kestrel Village) Break Down?

ZIP 89138 covers Summerlin West's Kestrel village, including Nighthawk and neighboring phases. The table below maps the corridor's price tiers — from $580K entry-level Kestrel phases to Summerlin's guard-gated luxury enclaves — all sharing ZIP 89138, Sig Rogich Middle zoning, and the 150-plus mile trail network.

Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus NREG corridor analysis. *Corridor-level $/SF and year-over-year figures are intentionally omitted where samples are too small. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.

WHY NIGHTHAWK AT KESTREL

Why Does Nighthawk at Kestrel Stand Apart From Its Peers?

From the 10/10 school zone to the Red Rock trail access, Nighthawk occupies a niche few $580K–$960K Summerlin addresses fill. The five advantages below are each tied to a verifiable source — Nevada Revised Statutes, GreatSchools ratings, BLM recreation data, and the Howard Hughes Corporation plan record — so you can check every claim.

1. 1

   Sig Rogich Middle School — 10/10

   One of Nevada's highest-rated public middle schools anchors the Kestrel zone — a rare 10/10 GreatSchools rating at a Summerlin address priced under $1M.

   GreatSchools.org
2. 2

   150+ miles of trails at the doorstep

   Summerlin's connected trail network — the largest in any Las Vegas master plan — starts at Nighthawk's neighborhood boundary, per Howard Hughes Corporation.

   Howard Hughes Corporation
3. 3

   Red Rock Canyon 10 minutes west

   The 195,000-acre BLM conservation area — 13-mile scenic loop, world-class hiking, premier road cycling — is closer to Nighthawk than to any other Summerlin village.

   Bureau of Land Management
4. 4

   Summerlin quality below The Ridges price

   $580K–$960K accesses the same master plan, trails, and school zone as The Ridges and Red Rock Country Club — at $300K–$1M below those guard-gated enclaves.

   Community plan record
5. 5

   Nevada's 3% property-tax cap

   Annual increases on a primary residence are capped at 3% under NRS 361.471 — plus zero state income tax — making long-run carrying costs unusually predictable.

   Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471

WHY BUY IN NIGHTHAWK AT KESTREL

What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Nighthawk at Kestrel?

Nighthawk's case rests on school quality, trail access, and Summerlin value: Sig Rogich Middle School's 10/10 rating, Red Rock Canyon 10 minutes away, property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471, zero state income tax, and Summerlin quality at $580K–$960K. Ten sourced reasons follow.

1. 1

   Sig Rogich Middle School (10/10)

   One of Nevada's top-rated public middle schools — a true differentiator at the $580K–$960K price band.

   GreatSchools.org

2. 2

   Zero state income tax

   Nevada levies no personal income tax — significant annual savings for professionals and relocating California households.

   Nevada Department of Taxation

3. 3

   3% property-tax cap

   Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by statute — predictable long-run ownership costs.

   NRS 361.471

4. 4

   150-mile Summerlin trail network

   The largest trail system in any Las Vegas master plan starts at Nighthawk's neighborhood boundary.

   Howard Hughes Corporation

5. 5

   Red Rock Canyon 10 minutes west

   195,000 acres of Mojave conservation area — hiking, road cycling, scenic loop — closer to Nighthawk than any other Summerlin village.

   Bureau of Land Management

6. 6

   Summerlin value under $1M

   $580K–$960K accesses the full Summerlin amenity platform — Downtown Summerlin, TPC, City National Arena — without The Ridges or Red Rock CC entry price.

   Community plan record

7. 7

   Modern open-concept floor plans

   Kestrel homes reflect Summerlin West's contemporary desert architecture — energy-efficient systems and premium finishes from national builders.

   Community plan record

8. 8

   Downtown Summerlin 5 minutes away

   125+ shops, restaurants, City National Arena (Vegas Golden Knights practice), and seasonal events a short drive from the doorstep.

   Howard Hughes Corporation

9. 9

   Low HOA dues ($95–$210/mo)

   Master plus sub-association dues are far below guard-gated Summerlin enclaves — trail and amenity access at a fraction of the carrying cost.

   Community plan record

10. 10

    Family-first neighborhood design

    Quiet low-traffic streets, Fox Hill Park adventure playground, The Paseos Linear Park — infrastructure built for active family life.

    Clark County Parks

THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES

Can You Tour Nighthawk at Kestrel Homes This Weekend?

Open houses in Kestrel run on weekend afternoons — Nighthawk homes are open-access (no gate clearance required), making casual and scheduled tours equally easy. Set up instant alerts to be notified the moment a Nighthawk home schedules an open house, or browse every active listing now and let us arrange private showings.

RELOCATION TIMELINE

How to Relocate to Nighthawk at Kestrel in 8 Steps

From first research to keys-in-hand, here's the 8-10 week timeline most Nighthawk buyers follow. Two deadlines are statutory: Nevada requires a driver's license within 30 days of residency and vehicle registration within 60, per the Nevada DMV — miss them and registration penalties stack.

1. 01

   Define your Kestrel criteria

   Decide which Nighthawk profile fits: $580K entry-level floor plans, $700K–$800K mid-tier with upgrades, or $900K+ elevated lots with Red Rock views. Each band has different builder-phase characteristics.

2. 02

   Get pre-approved for the right loan type

   At $580K–$750K, FHA (3.5% down) and conventional 5% both work. At $750K+, high-balance conventional or jumbo applies. Have your lender confirm which loan fits your down payment before you tour.

3. 03

   Hire a Kestrel specialist

   Builder-phase differences, sub-association variation, and lot premium nuances require local expertise. Call (702) 637-1759 — we close Kestrel homes regularly and know which phases carry HOA assessment risk.

4. 04

   Tour virtually or in person

   Nighthawk is open-access — no gate clearance required. Virtual tours work well for California buyers; in-person visits let you feel the elevation, light, and trail connectivity firsthand.

5. 05

   Write and negotiate the offer

   Clean pre-approved offers with flexible close dates are the strongest play. Ask us where the seller actually stands — days on market and list-price history tell a clear story before you write.

6. 06

   Inspection and HOA due diligence

   Order the resale package immediately after acceptance: master and sub-association dues, reserve study, assessment history. Verify school zoning by your exact address with CCSD — sub-neighborhood boundaries shift.

7. 07

   Clear conditions and fund escrow

   Nevada closes through escrow companies; expect 30-45 days from acceptance to funding. HOA document review adds 5-7 business days — factor that into your timeline when scheduling movers.

8. 08

   Close, move, and register

   Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Southwest Gas, Las Vegas Valley Water District), register vehicles (60-day deadline), and get your Nevada driver's license (30-day deadline). Then go hike Red Rock Canyon — you're 10 minutes away.

ECONOMY & JOBS

What Drives the Nighthawk at Kestrel Economy?

Nighthawk buyers tap into a professional economy — tech, healthcare, and financial services dominate the household mix, with average income above $110,000 per community records. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Las Vegas metro employment remains strong, and Summerlin's 215 corridor puts Kestrel residents five minutes from major employers.

Top Nighthawk at Kestrel-Area Employers

• Summerlin Hospital Medical CenterMajor west-valley hospital and medical-office campus, about 12 minutes from Nighthawk
• Downtown Summerlin corporate corridorOffices, headquarters, and the west side's retail employment hub, 5 minutes away
• Las Vegas Strip resort corridorThe metro's hospitality and entertainment employment core, 20 minutes east
• City National Arena (Vegas Golden Knights)NHL practice facility and entertainment venue adjacent to Downtown Summerlin
• Clark County School District (Summerlin West region)Vanderburg ES, Sig Rogich MS, and Palo Verde HS campuses near Nighthawk
• 215 Beltway tech and logistics corridorGrowing corridor of warehousing, tech, and light-industrial employers along the Beltway, 15 minutes east

Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Howard Hughes Corporation. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUNITY COMPARISON

How Does Nighthawk at Kestrel Compare to Summerlin, Las Vegas & Henderson?

If you're weighing Nighthawk against the valley's other addresses, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Nighthawk wins on school quality and trail access at price; Summerlin's inner villages win on maturity; Henderson on safety and city services — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and GreatSchools.

Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Kestrel area income and school figures are community records and GreatSchools data. Last updated June 2026.

COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION

How Easy Is Getting Around From Nighthawk at Kestrel?

Nighthawk's northern Summerlin West location puts commuters on the 215 Beltway quickly. Mean Las Vegas commutes run about 24 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data — Downtown Summerlin beats that by 19 minutes, and most Kestrel commutes stay under 25 minutes on non-peak roads.

Drive Times from Nighthawk at Kestrel

• ~5 minDowntown Summerlin (shops/dining)W Charleston Blvd east
• ~10 minRed Rock Canyon NCA (scenic loop)W Charleston Blvd west
• ~12 minSummerlin Hospital Medical CenterRampart Blvd north/south
• ~15 minTPC SummerlinSummerlin Pkwy south
• ~20 minLas Vegas StripSummerlin Pkwy → I-15 south
• ~30 minHarry Reid International AirportI-215 south → I-15 south
• ~35 minHenderson (city center)I-215 east
• ~50 minMt. Charleston (ski area)US-95 north → SR-157

Transportation Options

• Driving

  The primary mode: Nighthawk is served by Charleston Boulevard, Summerlin Parkway, and the 215 Beltway — all accessible within five minutes from most Kestrel streets. Kestrel's elevation avoids the valley's worst thermal inversions and traffic concentration.

• RTC Transit

  Bus routes serve the Charleston corridor east of the village, but Kestrel was designed for car-first living. Residents should not plan a car-free life — transit connectivity to the village interior is minimal.

• Cycling & Trails

  On-trail cycling is outstanding: Summerlin's 150-plus miles connect Nighthawk to parks, schools, and the Red Rock Canyon approach corridors. Street cycling on Charleston's dedicated lanes extends the network east toward Downtown Summerlin.

• Rideshare

  Fast and reliable throughout Kestrel; airport runs cost roughly $40–$55, and Drop-offs at Downtown Summerlin or the Strip are quick. No gate-clearance requirement simplifies pickups compared to guard-gated enclaves.

Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.

Quick Answer

What down payment do you need to buy in Nighthawk at Kestrel?

Most Nighthawk buyers put down 5–20%. At the $580,000 entry, FHA (3.5% down, $20,300 minimum) and conventional 5% ($29,000) are both viable; VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans. At $760,000–$960,000, most buyers use conventional high-balance loans with 10–20% down. Get a pre-approval specific to the Summerlin-89138 price band before touring — our team connects buyers with lenders who know the ZIP.

PEOPLE ALSO ASK

What Else Do People Ask About Nighthawk at Kestrel?

Eight questions Nighthawk buyers ask most — each answered with verifiable specifics: ZIP-89138 pricing from Las Vegas REALTORS, school ratings from GreatSchools, tax rules from Nevada Revised Statutes, and community facts from the plan record. Every answer includes the source so you can confirm the number.

WHY NEVADA REAL ESTATE GROUP

Why Is Nevada Real Estate Group the #1 Real Estate Team in Nevada?

Direct builder relationships, the largest agent team in the Valley, and thousands of verified five-star reviews. Across 9,600+ closed transactions and $4.85B+ in volume since 2011, our agents have represented buyers and sellers throughout Summerlin's Kestrel village — including Nighthawk — with the school-zone, builder-phase, and HOA-tier expertise the market demands.

NEARBY COMMUNITIES

Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Nighthawk at Kestrel?

Compare Nighthawk with neighboring Summerlin villages and nearby Las Vegas corridors. Each card pairs commute time with price positioning, so you can judge whether trading the trail-connected Kestrel lifestyle for a different address actually buys more home for the money.

A–Z INDEX

Which Kestrel Neighborhoods Can You Explore A–Z?

The Kestrel village includes several named neighborhoods, all sharing ZIP 89138, Sig Rogich Middle School zoning (10/10), and Summerlin's 150-plus mile trail network. Dedicated neighborhood pages continue rolling out — use the A–Z index below to navigate the full Kestrel village and its parent Summerlin communities.

Sources & Methodology

Where Does This Nighthawk at Kestrel Data Come From?

Every statistic on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, and we refresh these numbers monthly. ZIP-89138 figures cover the full Kestrel village corridor — we label them as area benchmarks, not Nighthawk-only claims. Follow any link below to verify a figure.

1. Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, and active/closed counts for ZIP code 89138. lasvegasrealtors.com
2. Howard Hughes Corporation (Summerlin) — Master-plan trail mileage, village structure, builder approvals, and amenity data. summerlin.com
3. U.S. Census Bureau — Clark County population, income, age, and housing data (the village is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
4. Clark County School District (CCSD) — School zoning, enrollment, and district performance data. ccsd.net
5. GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, and student-teacher ratios. greatschools.org
6. Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, and parcel data. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
7. Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
8. Bureau of Land Management — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area acreage, access, and recreation data. blm.gov
9. Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator. freddiemac.com/pmms
10. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data for the Las Vegas MSA. bls.gov
11. California Franchise Tax Board — California state income tax rates used in the Nevada vs. California comparison. ftb.ca.gov

Methodology: Listing data is sourced via Repliers IDX feed (Las Vegas MLS) and refreshed every 15 minutes. Demographic and economic data are pulled monthly via Census/BLS APIs. School data is refreshed quarterly. All comparisons are like-for-like (same metric, same time period).

Last refresh: June 2026 · Next scheduled refresh: July 2026