Top Rated
8/10
8/10Carolyn S. Reedom ES
Zoned · in-plan
K-5780 Students17:1
Mountains Edge, Southwest Las Vegas
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MEDIAN LIST (ZIP AREA 89178/89141)
$560K
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
HOMES IN THE MASTER PLAN
12,000+
Plan record — Focus Property Group
MASTER-PLANNED ACRES
3,500
Plan record, est. 2004
DAYS ON MARKET (ZIP AREA)
27
LVR / GLVAR sold data, June 2026
Data reviewed by
NREG Research Team
All statistics verified against primary sources (LVR, U.S. Census, FBI, BLS)
Last updated
June 2026
Reviewed monthly · Next review July 2026
KEY TAKEAWAYS
What Should You Know About Mountains Edge at a Glance?
Mountains Edge is southwest Las Vegas’ 3,500-acre master plan — 12,000+ homes built since 2004 by Focus Property Group per Clark County records — with a $560,000 median list across the 89178/89141 ZIP area and 27-day market pace per Las Vegas REALTORS. The takeaways below unpack the value case.
- The value case: a $560,000 ZIP-area median undercuts Summerlin’s $728K by roughly $170,000, with the plan’s own resale band at $350K–$650K.
- The parks: Mountains Edge Regional Park (~100 acres) and Exploration Peak Park (~98 acres) anchor one of the valley’s best in-plan park systems.
- Best for: families chasing the 8/10 zoned elementary, first-time buyers entering near $350K, and outdoor households ten minutes from Red Rock Canyon.
- Carrying costs: HOA dues run just $50–$150 monthly — among the lowest of any major Las Vegas Valley master plan.
- Know the geography: the plan spans ZIPs 89178 and 89141 in unincorporated Clark County — school zones and comps split block to block.
Last updated June 2026 · Sources: LVR, U.S. Census, Clark County
Where Can I Find Mountains Edge Homes for Sale?
The Mountains Edge ZIP codes (89178/89141) carried 503 active listings in June 2026 according to Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data, with a $560,000 ZIP-area median list price and 297 closings over the past hundred days. The eight newest 89178 listings appear below, refreshed daily, and every active home is searchable in our live MLS portal.
PRICE DISTRIBUTION
How Many Mountains Edge-Area Homes Sell in Each Price Range?
The Mountains Edge ZIP area (89178/89141) carries a $560,000 median list price per Las Vegas REALTORS June 2026 MLS data, with the plan’s own resale band running $350,000–$650,000. The bands below show the approximate distribution of the 503 active ZIP-area listings so you can gauge competition honestly.
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How Can You Find a Mountains Edge Home by Section, Lifestyle & Price?
The Mountains Edge ZIP area’s 503 active listings break down into six named sections, three property types, five price bands, and the filters below — each link opens our live Las Vegas MLS search, with counts updated daily from Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data.
Which Mountains Edge Sections Should You Explore?
Dedicated section pages are rolling out — until then, each card links to the most relevant hub or live search so you can see current inventory, the record-mapped entry price for that section, and lifestyle fit. Listing counts shown are approximate ZIP-area shares, updated June 2026.
View Lots · West Rim
Vistas at Mountains Edge
Newer · Contemporary PlansCanyons Edge
Family · Larger LotsSuncrest at Mountains Edge
Established · Near Regional ParkQuintessa at Mountains Edge
Newer KB Home SectionAspire at Mountains Edge
Entry · First-Time FriendlyCornerstone at Mountains Edge
Retail-Adjacent · ValueBlue Diamond corridor (89178 edge)
Toward Southern Highlands89141 southeast sections
By Property Type
By Price Range
Updated daily · 503 active listings · MLS data
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EDUCATION
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How Are the Schools in Mountains Edge?
Schools are a genuine Mountains Edge strength at the elementary level — zoned Carolyn S. Reedom Elementary rates 8/10 on GreatSchools, and the plan record flags Wright STEM Academy among the southwest valley’s highest-rated — with a mid-pack trade-off at the zoned high school. Zones split block to block; verify any address before offering.
8/10Wright STEM Academy
In-plan area · CCSD
K-5850 Students18:1
9/10Doral Academy (K-5 grades)
Charter · southwest valley
K-81100 Students20:1
8/10Somerset Academy Sky Pointe (K-5)
Charter network campus (commute)
K-81200 Students21:1
8/10Mountain View Christian (Lower)
Private · PreK-8
PreK-5300 Students14:1
8/10Henderson International (Lower)
Private · Green Valley (25 min)
PreK-5400 Students12:1
Campus photos are representative imagery — school names, ratings, and enrollment data refer to the actual schools listed.
Which Schools Are Best for Mountains Edge Families?
According to GreatSchools.org, Mountains Edge families start strong at the elementary level: zoned Carolyn S. Reedom Elementary rates 8/10, charter standout Doral Academy rates 9/10, and Sierra Vista High School is the honest mid-pack trade-off. Ratings cross-checked against the Nevada Report Card, with the ranked table below.
| Rank | School | Type | Grades | GreatSchools | Neighborhood | Homes Near |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Doral Academy of Nevada | Public charter | K-8 | 9/10 | Southwest valley | $350,000+ |
| 2 | Carolyn S. Reedom ES | Public (zoned) | K-5 | 8/10 | In-plan | $350,000+ |
| 3 | Somerset Academy Sky Pointe | Public charter | K-8 | 8/10 | Charter network campus | $350,000+ |
| 4 | Lawrence & Heidi Canarelli MS | Public (zoned) | 6-8 | 7/10 | In-plan area | $350,000+ |
| 5 | Sierra Vista HS | Public (zoned) | 9-12 | 6/10 | Southwest valley | $350,000+ |
SAFETY & CRIME
Is Mountains Edge Safe?
Direct Answer
Mountains Edge sits in unincorporated Clark County, patrolled by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department; neither the FBI nor the Census tabulates the community separately, so we won’t invent a ranking. Structurally the profile favors safety: roughly 72% owner-occupancy per the plan record, single-family streets, HOA-maintained common areas, and busy parks. Typical incidents are suburban property matters.
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police coverageUnincorporated Clark County — Metro patrol area
- Owner-occupied households (community est.)Plan record / NREG analysis
- Acres of in-plan county parklandRegional Park + Exploration Peak, Clark County
- Monthly HOA funding common-area upkeepMaster association, plan record
What Buyers Should Know
Geography does quiet work here: Mountains Edge sits on the valley’s elevated southwest rim, south of Blue Diamond Road, so most streets carry only residents and their guests — there is little reason to cut through the plan. The master association’s maintained landscaping and connected trail network keep the public realm cared-for, which matters more for day-to-day safety perception than any statistic.
The family rhythm reinforces it. With roughly 72% owner-occupancy and a school-age-heavy household mix, the parks, trails, and school pickup loops stay populated through the day. Typical reports skew toward package theft and the occasional vehicle break-in near the retail corridor — the standard suburban precautions cover most of it.
For buyers comparing precisely, we recommend reading FBI Uniform Crime Reporting data at the metro level and asking us for street-level context on any specific listing — our agents work these sections weekly and will tell you honestly how one block differs from the next.
Sources: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (metro-level data — the plan is not separately tabulated), Clark County / LVMPD service area. Last updated June 2026.
Living In
What's It Like Living in Mountains Edge, NV?
The Answer
Mountains Edge delivers family-first master-planned living on the valley’s elevated southwest rim: a 100-acre regional park, the 98-acre Exploration Peak, miles of connected trails, and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes up Blue Diamond Road. Clark County parks and services cover the plan, and ZIP-area pricing undercuts Summerlin’s median by roughly $170,000.
What is Mountains Edge known for?
Mountains Edge is known for its 3,500-acre scale, the ~100-acre Mountains Edge Regional Park, Exploration Peak’s summit trails, connected multi-use paths between neighborhoods, and Spring Mountains and Red Rock views from its elevated southwest-rim position.
Who should live in Mountains Edge?
It fits growing families targeting the 8/10 zoned elementary, first-time buyers entering near $350K, move-up households wanting view lots in Vistas or Canyons Edge, and outdoor-focused buyers who want Red Rock Canyon ten minutes away.
What is daily life like?
Mornings run the trail network or Exploration Peak, school drop-offs stay inside the plan, errands cluster along Blue Diamond and Durango five minutes out, and weekends split between the Regional Park’s fields and the canyons west of town.
Location
Where Is Mountains Edge
Mountains Edge sits on the Las Vegas Valley’s elevated southwest rim, south of Blue Diamond Road (SR-160) in unincorporated Clark County, ZIPs 89178 and 89141. About 3,500 acres. Roughly 20 minutes from the Strip.
Red Rock Canyon
10
Min
Southern Highlands
15
Min
Strip
20
Min
Airport
25
Min
Downtown LV
28
Min
Mountains Edge
At a Glance$560,000
Median List (ZIP area 89178/89141)
$514,900
Median Sold, past 100 days (ZIP area)
503
Active Listings (ZIP area)
27
Days on Market (ZIP area)
- Setting
- Master plan, southwest valley rim
- Acreage
- 3,500 acres
- Homes
- 12,000+
- Established
- 2004
- Developer
- Focus Property Group
- HOA
- $50–$150/mo
- Jurisdiction
- Unincorporated Clark County
- Signature Park
- Regional Park (~100 acres)
- Hiking In-Plan
- Exploration Peak (~98 acres)
- Sunshine
- 300 days/year
- Schools
- CCSD southwest + charters
- Distance to Strip
- ~20 min
LIVABILITY REPORT CARD
How Does Mountains Edge Score?
Mountains Edge earns top marks for parks, value, and carrying costs, with honest trade-offs on the zoned high school and the absence of resort-style amenities. Below is our category-by-category report card — the same six factors our agents walk through with every family before a first tour of the plan.
Grade B+: Safety
LVMPD coverage in unincorporated Clark County; roughly 72% owner-occupancy, limited through-traffic, and HOA-maintained streets fit the stable suburban profile.
Grade B+: Schools
Zoned Reedom Elementary rates 8/10 and Canarelli Middle 7/10 on GreatSchools; Sierra Vista HS (6/10) is the mid-pack trade-off. Doral Academy (9/10) is the charter standout.
Grade A-: Cost of Living
A $560K ZIP-area median undercuts Summerlin by ~$170K, HOA dues run $50–$150, and Nevada adds zero state income tax with a 3% property-tax cap.
Grade B: Amenities
No clubhouse or golf — the Blue Diamond/Durango corridor covers retail, dining, and medical five minutes out, and the parks do the heavy lifting.
Grade A: Outdoor Access
A ~100-acre regional park and ~98-acre hiking peak in-plan, connected trails, and Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west via Blue Diamond Road.
Grade B+: Commute
I-15 and I-215 interchanges within ~10 minutes; about 20 minutes to the Strip and 25 to Harry Reid International.
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.
Quick Answer
Is Mountains Edge a good place to live?
Yes — especially for families running the value math. Mountains Edge pairs a 3,500-acre master plan with one of the valley’s best in-plan park systems (the ~100-acre Regional Park plus ~98-acre Exploration Peak), an 8/10 zoned elementary, HOA dues of just $50–$150 monthly, and a $560,000 ZIP-area median that undercuts Summerlin by roughly $170,000. The trade-offs are honest: no guard gates or clubhouse, a 6/10 zoned high school, and summer heat like the rest of the valley. For school-age households and first-time buyers, the value case is among the strongest in southwest Las Vegas.
Source: Clark County
DEMOGRAPHICS
Who Lives in Mountains Edge?
According to the U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Las Vegas — the city whose mailing addresses Mountains Edge carries — the parent city holds 656,274 residents with a median household income of $66,820. Within the master plan itself, the profile skews young-family: roughly 40,000 residents across 12,000+ households with about 72% owner-occupancy, per the plan record.
One honesty note: Mountains Edge sits in unincorporated Clark County, and neither the Census nor the FBI tabulates the plan separately — so the figures below are Las Vegas citywide, presented as the statistical backdrop. Inside the plan, our closing data shows a mix of first-time buyers, move-up families chasing school zones and view lots, and a steady stream of relocating Southern California households.
656,274
vs Clark Co 2,370,114
$66,820
vs Clark Co $74,007
~38
vs Clark Co 38
$425K
vs Clark Co $391K
~54%
vs Clark Co 59%
~27%
vs Clark Co 29%
~30%
vs Clark Co 27%
2.7
vs Clark Co 2.6
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Las Vegas city (Mountains Edge is not separately tabulated) · Updated
POPULATION & GROWTH
How Fast Is the Mountains Edge Area Growing?
Mountains Edge itself largely built out between 2004 and 2020 — roughly 40,000 residents now call the plan home per the community record — while the southwest valley around it keeps compounding: Las Vegas has added roughly 72,000 residents since 2010 per U.S. Census counts, with the 89178 corridor among the fastest-filling edges.
656,274Las Vegas residents (Census)
12,000+Mountains Edge homes (plan record)
~690,000Las Vegas projected, 2030
Las Vegas citywide population trajectory, 2010–2030 (projected)
Inside the plan, growth now means turnover rather than construction: the ZIP area closed 297 homes in the past hundred days — roughly 90 a month — which makes Mountains Edge one of the most liquid family markets in the valley. Remaining builder phases are limited, so the resale market carries the volume, and the surrounding southwest rim keeps adding retail and services along Blue Diamond Road.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and Clark County. Citywide figures shown because the Census does not tabulate the plan separately; projection reflects recent Las Vegas growth rates. Last updated June 2026.
LIVABILITY SCORES
How Does Mountains Edge Score for Livability?
Mountains Edge pairs A-grade outdoor access, attainable pricing, and low HOA carrying costs with honest caveats: the zoned high school scores mid-pack, and the plan has no resort-style clubhouse. The rings below break the composite into six categories buyers ask about most, benchmarked against Census, GreatSchools, and LVR data.
- 86A-
Overall Livability
- 74B+
Schools (zoned)
- 80B+
Safety
- 84A-
Cost of Living
- 72B
Amenities
- 92A
Outdoor / Recreation
MARKET TRENDS · LAST 12 MONTHS
How Is the Mountains Edge Real Estate Market Trending?
Sold price, days on market, and monthly closings for the Mountains Edge ZIP area (89178/89141) — broader than the plan itself. Verified anchors per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data: $514,900 median sold and 27 median DOM across 297 closings in the past 100 days (roughly 90 a month). Monthly points are an NREG-modeled view around those anchors.
Median Sold Price
$514,900 over the past 100 days (ZIP-area, LVR)
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Days on Market
27 median, past 100 days — fastest in the $400K–$550K band
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
Closed Sales / Month
~90 monthly average across the ZIP area (297 per 100 days)
vs May 2025
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS
The long view: Mountains Edge's median sold price rose 147% between 2014 ($167,925) and 2026 ($415,429), across 232,172 recorded closings — Las Vegas REALTORS MLS records via Repliers.
27
MEDIAN DAYS ON MARKET
$560K
ZIP-AREA MEDIAN LIST
503
ACTIVE LISTINGS (ZIP AREA)
< 1 hr
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Market Competitiveness
How competitive is Mountains Edge right now?
Mountains Edge is a genuinely competitive family market — homes sold across the 89178/89141 ZIP area went pending in a median of 27 days per Las Vegas REALTORS data, and with roughly 90 closings a month the sample is deep enough to trust. Well-priced homes in the $400K–$550K heart of the band routinely draw multiple offers.
72Competitive Family Market
- 27 daysMedian days on market (sold, 100d, ZIP area)
- 503Active listings, ZIP area (June 2026)
- 297Closings in the past 100 days, ZIP area
- ~90/moTypical closings per month, ZIP area
Is Mountains Edge Right for You?
Who Should Buy a Home in Mountains Edge?
Mountains Edge isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s six named sections spanning $350K entry homes to $650K+ view lots, with a lifestyle that rewards specific buyer types over others. Six profiles below match lifestyles to sections, followed by the honest pros and trade-offs our team walks every client through before they commit.
Which Mountains Edge Sections Fit Your Buyer Type?
Growing Families
- Suncrest — larger lots near top elementary zones
- Regional Park fields and splash pad in-plan
- Trail network links homes to schools
- School zones split by block — verify before offering
First-Time Buyers
- Cornerstone entry homes from about $350K
- FHA from 3.5% down — roughly $12,250 at entry
- HOA dues of just $50–$150 monthly
- Get pre-approved first — the band is competitive
View & Move-Up Buyers
- Vistas — elevated west-rim lots from $500K
- Canyons Edge contemporary plans from $450K
- Spring Mountains and Red Rock sightlines
- Premium positions inside the master plan
Outdoor Enthusiasts
- Exploration Peak trails inside the plan
- Red Rock Canyon ten minutes via Blue Diamond
- Cottonwood Valley mountain biking fifteen minutes
- Mt. Charleston alpine escape within an hour
Remote Workers
- Quiet single-family streets, limited through-traffic
- Blue Diamond corridor coffee and errands in five minutes
- I-15/I-215 within ten minutes when you do commute
- Mountain views from the home office in west sections
Investors & Landlords
- $2,200–$2,900 typical single-family rents (LVR tracking)
- ~90 ZIP-area closings monthly — honest comps
- Family tenant base, school-year lease cycles
- Check sub-association rental rules in the resale package
Best Fit For
- California relocators — a full master plan at roughly half the coastal payment, zero state income tax, and a 3% property-tax cap on primary residences.
- School-driven families — an 8/10 zoned elementary, a 9/10 charter standout nearby, and parks that turn after-school hours into outdoor time.
- First-time buyers — entry near $350,000 with FHA-friendly inventory and HOA dues that barely dent the monthly budget.
- Move-up households — view lots in Vistas and newer plans in Canyons Edge without leaving the school zones and parks they already use.
- Outdoor enthusiasts — a summit hike inside the plan, Red Rock Canyon in ten minutes, and Cottonwood Valley singletrack in fifteen.
- Value investors — a deep, liquid family market — roughly 90 closings a month ZIP-area-wide — with steady rental demand.
Ready to explore homes in Mountains Edge? Our team knows every section, school zone, and view street across the plan.
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- Roughly 200 acres of in-plan parkland — the ~100-acre Regional Park plus ~98-acre Exploration Peak
- A $560,000 ZIP-area median that undercuts Summerlin by roughly $170,000
- HOA dues of $50–$150 monthly — among the lowest of any major valley master plan
- An 8/10 zoned elementary (Reedom) with Doral Academy (9/10) as the charter standout
- Red Rock Canyon ten minutes west via Blue Diamond Road
- Deep, liquid market — roughly 90 ZIP-area closings a month means honest comps
- Zero state income tax and a 3% property-tax cap under NRS 361.471
Honest Considerations
- No guard gates, clubhouse, or golf — the parks are the amenity package
- Zoned Sierra Vista HS rates 6/10 — many families plan charter, magnet, or private options for high school
- The $400K–$550K band is the valley’s most competitive — expect multiple-offer weekends on well-priced homes
- Two ZIP codes (89178/89141) split comps, insurance quotes, and school zones — verify per address
- New construction is limited; buyers set on brand-new usually look to actively selling plans nearby
- Extreme summer heat — 105°F+ stretches July through September, like the rest of the valley
Section Comparison
How Do Mountains Edge’s Six Named Sections Compare?
A like-for-like comparison of Mountains Edge’s six record-mapped sections — entry price, indicative dollars per square foot, market pace, and lifestyle fit — grounded in the plan record and ZIP-area data via Las Vegas REALTORS. Honesty note: per-section medians aren’t separately published, so price-per-foot and pace figures are ZIP-area blends, not section-level precision.
| Submarket | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active Listings | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vistas at Mountains Edge | From $500,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Views · West rim |
| Canyons Edge | From $450,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Newer construction |
| Suncrest at Mountains Edge | From $425,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Families · Larger lots |
| Quintessa at Mountains Edge | From $400,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Established · Park-adjacent |
| Aspire at Mountains Edge | From $375,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Newer · Efficient |
| Cornerstone at Mountains Edge | From $350,000 | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | — | Entry · First-time |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data plus the plan record and NREG analysis, June 2026. Section entry prices are record-mapped "from" figures; days-on-market and price-per-foot are blended across ZIPs 89178/89141. Listing counts updated daily via our live MLS search.
Section Deep Dive
What’s Inside Mountains Edge’s Six Sections?
Submarket 1
Vistas at Mountains Edge
The plan’s premium position: elevated lots on the western edge with Spring Mountains and valley views. Move-up families and view-driven buyers compete here, and well-presented homes set the plan’s price ceiling.
Browse Vistas at Mountains Edge homes →$500K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 2
Canyons Edge
One of the newest sections — contemporary floor plans, energy-efficient construction, and mountain sightlines. The pick for buyers who want the latest build era without leaving the plan.
Browse Canyons Edge homes →$450K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 3
Suncrest at Mountains Edge
The family workhorse: larger lots and proximity to the plan’s top-rated elementary zones. School-calendar demand keeps this section consistently competitive in spring.
Browse Suncrest at Mountains Edge homes →$425K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 4
Quintessa at Mountains Edge
The established Pardee section with mature landscaping and easy access to Mountains Edge Regional Park — the sweet spot for buyers who value settled streets over new finishes.
Browse Quintessa at Mountains Edge homes →$400K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 5
Aspire at Mountains Edge
KB Home’s newer section — open plans from roughly 1,800 to 3,000 square feet with Energy Star-rated construction. Strong first-move-up value inside the plan.
Browse Aspire at Mountains Edge homes →$375K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 6
Cornerstone at Mountains Edge
The entry door: smaller floor plans close to the Blue Diamond commercial corridor — ideal for first-time buyers and investors, and the fastest-moving slice of the plan when priced right.
Browse Cornerstone at Mountains Edge homes →$350K+Median Price
27 (blend)Days on Market
—Active Listings
~$260 (blend)Price / Sq Ft
Submarket 7
The Park & Trail Spine (Regional Park · Exploration Peak · open-space corridors)
The amenity engine every section shares: roughly 100 acres of fields and playgrounds at the Regional Park, a 98-acre summit park, and the connected trail network that lets kids reach school and parks without crossing arterials. Owning anywhere in the plan puts this outside your door.
Browse The Park & Trail Spine (Regional Park · Exploration Peak · open-space corridors) homes →~100Regional Park Acres
~98Exploration Peak Acres
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BY ZIP CODE
What Does the Mountains Edge Market Look Like Across ZIPs 89178 and 89141?
Mountains Edge spans two ZIP codes — 89178 carries the plan’s core, 89141 its southeastern sections — and the table below breaks the ZIP area into real corridors. These ZIPs are broader than the plan itself, so the combined $560,000 median list and 27-day pace per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data blend Mountains Edge with its surroundings.
| ZIP | Primary Area | Median Price | $ / Sq Ft | Days on Market | Active | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 89178 | Core family sections (Quintessa · Suncrest · Cornerstone) | From $350K–$425K (section entry) | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | —* | n/a* |
| 89178 | West-rim view sections (Vistas · Canyons Edge) | From $450K–$500K (section entry) | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | —* | n/a* |
| 89178 | Newer-build corridor (Aspire & 2015–2020 phases) | From $375K (section entry) | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | —* | n/a* |
| 89141 | Southeast corridor, blending toward Southern Highlands | $560,000 (two-ZIP area median) | ~$260 (blend) | 27 (blend) | —* | n/a* |
Source: Las Vegas REALTORS MLS plus the plan record and NREG corridor analysis. *Per-corridor active counts and year-over-year change are intentionally omitted: the MLS publishes the 503 actives and $560,000 median at the two-ZIP level, and splitting them further would imply precision we don’t have. Boundaries per Clark County GIS.
BY THE NUMBERS
Which Statistics Define Mountains Edge Real Estate?
Eight verifiable numbers — each sourced to Las Vegas REALTORS, the U.S. Census Bureau, Clark County, or the plan’s own record — capture Mountains Edge faster than any brochure: a $560,000 ZIP-area median, 27 median days on market, 12,000-plus homes across 3,500 acres, and HOA dues from $50 monthly.
$560,000
Median list price across the 89178/89141 ZIP area containing the plan, June 2026.
Las Vegas REALTORS
$514,900
Median sold price across the ZIP area over the past hundred days of closings.
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
27
Median days from list to accepted offer — a deep-sample figure built on 297 closings.
LVR / GLVAR, June 2026
503
Active ZIP-area listings in June 2026 — a liquid market with real selection.
Las Vegas REALTORS
12,000+
Homes in the master plan, built largely between 2004 and 2020.
Plan record — Focus Property Group
3,500
Master-planned acres on the valley’s elevated southwest rim, established 2004.
Plan record
$50–$150
Monthly HOA dues — among the lowest carrying costs of any major valley master plan.
Plan record
~200
Acres of in-plan parkland between the Regional Park and Exploration Peak.
Plan record / Clark County
WHY MOUNTAINS EDGE
Why Does Mountains Edge Stand Apart From Its Peers?
From the trail network to the 100-acre regional park, Mountains Edge occupies the family-value lane of the southwest valley. The five advantages below are each tied to a verifiable source — the Nevada Revised Statutes, Clark County records, Census figures, and Las Vegas REALTORS data — so you can check every claim.
- Plan record / Clark County
The best in-plan park system at this price
Roughly 100 acres at Mountains Edge Regional Park plus about 98 acres at Exploration Peak — ballfields, splash pads, summit trails, and open-space corridors inside the plan itself.
- Plan record / Bureau of Land Management
Red Rock Canyon, ten minutes
Blue Diamond Road runs straight from the plan to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area — among the fastest canyon access of any major valley master plan.
- Las Vegas REALTORS, June 2026
A $170K discount to Summerlin
The $560,000 ZIP-area median list undercuts Summerlin’s $728K — comparable master-planned infrastructure, dramatically lighter budget.
- Plan record
HOA dues most plans can’t touch
$50–$150 a month covers trails, parks, and common areas — a fraction of what amenity-heavy master plans charge, with no club membership required.
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471
Tax-capped carrying costs
Nevada’s 3% primary-residence cap under NRS 361.471 plus zero state income tax keep long-run ownership costs predictable.
WHY BUY IN MOUNTAINS EDGE
What Are the Top 10 Reasons to Buy a Home in Mountains Edge?
Mountains Edge’s case rests on usable value: a $560,000 ZIP-area median that undercuts Summerlin by roughly $170,000, HOA dues of $50–$150 monthly, property taxes capped at 3% annual growth under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471, and more in-plan parkland than almost any southwest valley address. Ten sourced reasons follow.
A ~100-acre regional park in-plan
Athletic fields, playgrounds, splash pad, and walking trails anchor the community’s daily life.
Plan record / Clark County
Exploration Peak at your door
About 98 acres of desert trails and a summit with full-valley views — hiking without driving.
Plan record / Clark County
Zero state income tax
Nevada levies no personal income tax — five-figure annual savings for most relocating California households.
Nevada Department of Taxation
3% property-tax cap
Annual increases on a primary residence are capped by statute.
NRS 361.471
Entry below the valley’s premium plans
The plan’s $350K–$650K resale band starts $100K+ under comparable Summerlin product.
Las Vegas REALTORS, June 2026
HOA dues of $50–$150
Among the lowest master-plan carrying costs in the Las Vegas Valley.
Plan record
An 8/10 zoned elementary
Carolyn S. Reedom Elementary anchors the plan’s school case, with Doral Academy (9/10) nearby.
GreatSchools
Red Rock Canyon, ten minutes west
Blue Diamond Road runs straight to the conservation area’s scenic loop and trailheads.
Bureau of Land Management
A deep, liquid market
Roughly 90 ZIP-area closings a month means honest comps and realistic appraisals.
Las Vegas REALTORS / GLVAR
Builder variety, 2004–2020
Pulte, KB Home, Pardee, Richmond American, and Beazer built across the plan — floor plans for every stage.
Plan record
New Construction
Who Built — and Who Builds — Homes in Mountains Edge?
Mountains Edge is primarily a resale market: Pulte, KB Home, Pardee, Richmond American, and Beazer delivered most of the plan’s 12,000+ homes between 2004 and 2020, so today’s buyer is choosing among their floor plans on the resale market. Remaining new-build phases are limited and price toward the top of the $350K–$650K band — verify current releases before you tour.
Family & Move-Up
Pulte Homes
One of the plan’s original production builders
First-Time & Family
KB Home
Energy Star-rated newer section, open plans
Established Family
Pardee (Tri Pointe)
Mature landscaping near the Regional Park
Family & Value
Richmond American
Original plan builder — broad floor-plan mix
New Construction Nearby
Lennar
Nearby new-build alternative — not an original Mountains Edge builder
Outdoor Recreation
What Outdoor Amenities Does Mountains Edge Offer?
Parks, trails, and canyon access — outdoor life is Mountains Edge’s signature amenity. Clark County operates the plan’s anchor parks, dedicated open-space corridors thread trails between neighborhoods, and Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area begins about ten minutes west — usable through 300 days of annual sunshine.
IN-PLAN
Mountains Edge Regional Park
~100 acresSports · Playgrounds · Splash padFree
The community’s anchor: baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, playgrounds, a splash pad, and walking trails — one of the southwest valley’s premier park facilities.
IN-PLAN
Exploration Peak Park
~98 acresHiking · Summit viewsFree
A real desert peak inside the plan — switchback trails to a summit with full-valley views, plus picnic areas and nature-exploration zones at the base.
IN-PLAN
Mountains Edge Park (Central)
~15 acresPlayground · PicnicsFree
The daily-run neighborhood park: playground, open turf, picnic shelters, and dog-friendly areas in the heart of the plan.
AT HOME
Community trail network
Miles of pathsWalking · CyclingFree
Dedicated multi-use trails and open-space corridors connect neighborhoods to parks, schools, and the commercial corridor without crossing arterials.
10 MIN
Red Rock Canyon NCA
Conservation areaHiking · Climbing · Scenic driveBLM fee
The valley’s signature landscape — the scenic loop, world-class climbing, and dozens of trailheads, straight up Blue Diamond Road from the plan.
15 MIN
Cottonwood Valley trails
Trail systemMountain bikingFree
The southwest’s favorite mountain-bike network off SR-160 — flowy desert singletrack within a short drive of every section.
45 MIN
Spring Mountains / Mt. Charleston
National forestAlpine hiking · SnowFree
Twenty degrees cooler in summer and snow-dusted in winter — the alpine escape valley residents use year-round.
5 MIN
Blue Diamond Rd corridor
Retail districtDining · ErrandsFree
The plan’s commercial spine: groceries, restaurants, and medical facilities along Blue Diamond and Durango, minutes from every section.
The Mountains Edge Lifestyle
What Does a Weekend in Mountains Edge Look Like?
Three outdoor moods within minutes of each other: a sunrise hike up Exploration Peak, Saturday ballgames at the Regional Park, and an afternoon on the Red Rock scenic loop — with Bureau of Land Management conservation lands beginning ten minutes west when you want to go bigger.
3,500Master-Planned Acres
~200Acres of In-Plan Parkland
10Minutes to Red Rock Canyon
300Days of Sun
THIS WEEKEND'S OPEN HOUSES
Can You Tour Mountains Edge Homes This Weekend?
Open houses run nearly every weekend here — roughly 90 ZIP-area closings a month keep the circuit busy, and spring Saturdays in the $400K–$550K band can draw lines. Set up instant alerts for the moment a Mountains Edge home schedules an open house — or browse active listings and let us arrange private showings.
Quick Answer
What does an HOA cost in Mountains Edge?
Budget $50 to $150 per month, per the plan record — among the lowest carrying costs of any major Las Vegas Valley master plan. The master association maintains the trail network, common-area landscaping, and neighborhood parks; some sections add a modest sub-association on top, so pull the resale package early to confirm the exact stack. There is no country-club membership or guard-gate staffing line — the simplicity is the point. Always verify dues, reserves, and any assessment history in escrow.
Moving to Mountains Edge
Should I Move to Mountains Edge?
Every month, families from Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire discover that the house they're renting in California costs less to own in southwest Las Vegas. California's top state income-tax rate is 13.3% per the Franchise Tax Board; Nevada's is zero, and that single line item funds most relocations.
Why California Families Are Choosing Mountains Edge
The tax math is straightforward: California's top marginal state income tax is 13.3% — Nevada's is zero. A household earning $200,000 saves five figures a year in state income taxes alone. Mountains Edge adds the budget argument on top: an effective property-tax rate of roughly 0.5–0.7% with a 3% annual cap for primary residences under NRS 361.471, and HOA dues of just $50–$150 a month inside a full master plan.
At a $560,000 budget, inland Southern California buyers are looking at a dated tract home an hour from work. That same budget in Mountains Edge secures a 2004–2020 single-family home in a 3,500-acre master plan — often with Spring Mountains or Red Rock views — with a 100-acre regional park, a 98-acre hiking peak, and connected trails between the neighborhoods.
According to Las Vegas REALTORS, the ZIP-area median list price across 89178/89141 is about $560,000, with 297 closings over the past hundred days. Per the Clark County Assessor, the effective property-tax rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of assessed value. Bureau of Land Management lands at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area begin about ten minutes west via Blue Diamond Road.
Mountains Edge runs on the southwest valley’s service-and-commuter economy: the Blue Diamond and Durango commercial corridor anchors retail, dining, and medical employment at the plan’s doorstep, CCSD campuses and Clark County parks employ locally, and the Strip’s resort employment core — including the newer southwest-side resorts — sits 20 to 25 minutes away by freeway.
Cost of Living Snapshot — Mountains Edge vs. Los Angeles County
Day-to-day costs run meaningfully lower than coastal and inland Southern California across nearly every category. Nevada has no state income tax, the property-tax rate is capped for primary residences, and HOA dues here are a fraction of comparable California master plans. The category that flips hardest is the one families feel monthly: the total housing payment.
| Metric | Mountains Edge, NV | Los Angeles County, CA |
|---|---|---|
| State Income Tax | None | Up to 13.3% |
| Median List Price | ~$560K (ZIP area) | ~$900K+ |
| HOA (master plan) | $50–$150/mo | $200–$500+/mo typical |
| Effective Property Tax Rate | ~0.5%–0.7% (3% cap) | ~0.75%+ |
| Airport Commute | ~25 min (Harry Reid) | 45–90+ min (LAX) |
Figures are approximate, for illustration. Contact our team for current market data.
Mountains Edge Rental Market — Rent vs. Own
Three- and four-bedroom single-family homes typically rent for about $2,200–$2,900 per month per Las Vegas REALTORS rental tracking, with newer sections and view lots commanding the top of the band. Demand is family-driven and steady — school-year leases dominate — and the roughly 72% owner-occupancy keeps rental supply thin. For households planning a 5+ year stay, the math tilts toward owning.
Updated June 2026 · Source: Las Vegas REALTORS rental tracking & BLS Consumer Price Index
Already planning a move to Mountains Edge? Our team specializes in out-of-state relocation — virtual section-by-section tours, school-zone mapping, HOA package review, and closing coordination without flying in repeatedly.
Start Your Relocation SearchRELOCATION TIMELINE
How to relocate to Mountains Edge in 8 steps
From first research to keys-in-hand, here’s the 8-12 week timeline most Mountains Edge 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.
Pick your section and set a budget
Decide which Mountains Edge you’re buying: $350K Cornerstone entry homes, $375K–$450K newer Aspire and Canyons Edge plans, $425K Suncrest family lots, or $500K+ Vistas view positions. Each carries a different competition level.
Get pre-approved — fully underwritten
The $400K–$550K band is the valley’s most competitive. A fully underwritten pre-approval (not a pre-qualification) lets you write with short financing contingencies that win ties against other families.
Hire a Mountains Edge specialist
School zones, sub-association dues, and view premiums all split block to block across 12,000 homes and two ZIP codes. Work with an agent who walks these sections weekly.
Tour in person or virtually
Walk the Regional Park on a Saturday and the school pickup loop on a weekday — the plan’s rhythm is its product. Virtual section tours work well for out-of-state families.
Write and negotiate the offer
Well-priced homes draw multiple offers in the first two weekends. Compete on certainty: clean terms, realistic timelines, and an appraisal strategy for anything bid above list.
Inspection, HOA docs & appraisal
Order the resale package early: master dues, any sub-association layer, reserves, and rules. With ~90 ZIP-area closings a month, appraisals here rarely surprise.
Clear conditions & fund
Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys; expect 30-45 days from acceptance to funding, with HOA document delivery the most common timeline variable.
Close, move, and register
Transfer utilities (NV Energy, Southwest Gas, Las Vegas Valley Water District), then handle the DMV — license within 30 days, registration within 60.
ECONOMY & JOBS
What Drives the Mountains Edge Economy?
Mountains Edge runs on the southwest valley’s service-and-commuter economy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the metro labor market remains historically strong, and the plan’s households split between the Blue Diamond/Durango commercial corridor at the doorstep and the resort, medical, and office cores 20–25 minutes out by freeway.
$66,820Median household income, Las Vegas (city)U.S. Census QuickFacts — citywide backdrop
~$75,000Mountains Edge community estimatePlan record / NREG analysis
5 minTo Blue Diamond retail & medical corridorThe plan’s commercial spine
20–25 minTo Strip & airport employment coresVia Blue Diamond Rd + I-15/I-215
Top Mountains Edge-Area Employers
- Blue Diamond & Durango retail corridorGrocery, dining, and services employment at the plan’s doorstep
- Southwest valley medical facilitiesClinics and medical offices along the Blue Diamond corridor
- Clark County School District (southwest region)In-plan and area campuses, including Reedom ES
- Clark County Parks & RecreationRegional Park and Exploration Peak operations
- Durango Casino & ResortSouthwest valley resort employment, about 10 minutes north
- M Resort & the south-valley hospitality corridorResort employment along St. Rose and Las Vegas Blvd south
Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Clark County. Last updated June 2026.
COMMUNITY COMPARISON
How Does Mountains Edge Compare to Las Vegas, Henderson & Summerlin?
If you’re weighing Mountains Edge against the valley’s other family addresses, this side-by-side covers the metrics buyers ask about most, updated June 2026. Mountains Edge wins on parks-per-dollar and carrying costs, Henderson on schools-and-safety balance, Summerlin on amenity depth — sources are LVR, the U.S. Census, and the Clark County record.
| Metric | Mountains Edge | Las Vegas | Henderson | Summerlin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median List Price | $560K (ZIP area) | $476K | $548K | $728K |
| Active Listings | 503 (ZIP area) | 8,606 | 2,460 | 1,253 |
| Days on Market | 27 | 20 | 21 | 21 |
| Population | ~40,000 (community est.) | 656,274 | 331,857 | ~127,000 |
| Median Household Income | ~$75,000 (community est.) | $66,820 | $88,654 | $95,200 |
| Typical HOA | $50–$150/mo | Varies (many non-HOA) | Varies by plan | Varies by village |
| Established | 2004 | 1905 | 1953 (incorporated) | 1990 |
| New Construction | Limited final phases | Moderate | Very High (Cadence, Inspirada) | Very High (Summerlin West) |
| Best For | Families · Parks · Value | Value · Urban · Investors | Families · Schools · Safety | Schools · Luxury · Outdoors |
Sources: Las Vegas REALTORS, U.S. Census QuickFacts. Mountains Edge market figures cover ZIPs 89178/89141 (broader than the plan); population and income are community estimates from the plan record — the Census does not tabulate the plan separately. Last updated June 2026.
Cost of Ownership
What Will Mountains Edge Cost You Each Month?
A $560,000 ZIP-area-median Mountains Edge purchase runs about $4,080 monthly with 10% down at 7% per Freddie Mac’s rate survey — including the plan’s famously low HOA dues. The tabs below model your payment, compare renting, and budget association costs across the master plan’s sections.
Payment Estimator
Estimate Your Mountains Edge Payment
$4,198
Estimated Monthly Payment
- Principal & Interest$3,353
- Property Tax$285
- Insurance$150
- HOA$200
- PMI$210
Estimated calculations only — consult a lender for exact figures. Rate benchmarks reflect the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey.
BUY VS RENT
Should you buy or rent in Mountains Edge right now?
Family rental demand keeps southwest-valley single-family rents firm, and at current rates the monthly gap narrows once equity and tax effects are counted — for 5+ year holds, the deep owner base and school-zone demand tilt the math toward owning.
OWN (10% DOWN, 7%)
$4,080 / mo
- Principal & Interest
- $3,353
- Property Tax (~0.6%)
- $280
- Homeowners Insurance
- $120
- HOA (master + any sub-association)
- $100
- PMI (10% down)
- $230
5-year net cost:~$155,000
Equity built:~$135,000
RENT (SFR TYPICAL)
$2,500 / mo
- Typical Single-Family Rent
- $2,500
- Renters Insurance
- $20
- Equity Built / Month
- $0
- Tax Benefit
- $0
- Annual Increase Risk
- ~4%
5-year net cost:~$163,000
Equity built:$0
Avg annual rent increase: 4.0%
The 5-year breakeven
Owning a ZIP-area-median Mountains Edge home for five years nets out cheaper than renting once principal paydown and appreciation are counted — and the owner walks away with roughly $135,000 in equity (including the down payment, net of selling costs) while the renter walks away with none. Appreciation above the modeled 3% widens the gap further.
Model assumptions: 7.0% 30-yr fixed (Freddie Mac PMMS), 3% annual appreciation, 4% annual rent growth, 0.6% effective property tax, $100/mo HOA, ~6% selling costs at exit.
HOA Fees by Community
HOA Fees by Section Type
Every Mountains Edge home pays the master association; some sections add a modest sub-association on top. The full stack stays inside the plan record’s $50–$150 monthly range — verify the exact dues, reserves, and any assessment history for a specific address in escrow.
Master Association Only
$50–$95 / mo
Most established sections (Quintessa · Cornerstone · Suncrest)
$50–$95
Includes:
Trail network, common-area landscaping, neighborhood park upkeep
What the master covers plan-wide
Included
Includes:
Open-space corridors, monument landscaping, community standards enforcement
Master + Sub-Association
$95–$150 / mo combined
Newer and view sections (Aspire · Canyons Edge · Vistas)
$95–$150
Includes:
Master dues plus section-level landscaping and entry features
What to verify in the resale package
Varies
Includes:
Exact dues stack, reserves, rules, and any special-assessment history
What You’re NOT Paying For
$0
No club, gate, or amenity-center fees
$0
Includes:
No country-club membership, guard-gate staffing, or resort-amenity line items
County parks do the heavy lifting
Tax-funded
Includes:
The Regional Park and Exploration Peak are public Clark County facilities — free to use
COMMUTE & TRANSPORTATION
How Easy Is Getting Around From Mountains Edge?
Blue Diamond Road (SR-160) is the spine, feeding the I-15 and I-215 interchanges within about ten minutes of most sections. Most households drive — the plan is suburban by design — with mean Las Vegas-area commutes near 26 minutes per U.S. Census ACS data, shorter than the coastal-metro averages most relocating families leave behind.
Drive Times from Mountains Edge
- 5 minBlue Diamond retail corridorBlue Diamond Rd / Durango Dr
- 10 minRed Rock Canyon (scenic loop)Blue Diamond Rd west
- 8-10 minI-15 / I-215 interchangesBlue Diamond Rd east
- 15 minSouthern Highlands / St. Rose corridorS Las Vegas Blvd / I-15
- 20 minLas Vegas StripI-15 north
- 25 minHarry Reid Intl AirportI-15 → I-215 east
- 28 minDowntown Las VegasI-15 north
- 22 minSummerlinI-215 west / Durango Dr north
Transportation Options
Drive times based on average non-rush-hour conditions. Sources: Google Maps traffic data, RTC of Southern Nevada.
Quick Answer
How long does it take to close on a home in Mountains Edge?
Most Mountains Edge purchases close in 30 to 45 days from accepted offer — Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys — and cash can close in 7–14 days. Add a few days for HOA resale-package delivery (master plus any sub-association). In the competitive $400K–$550K heart of this market, clean financing terms and quick inspection windows win ties.
Quick Answer
What down payment do you need to buy in Mountains Edge?
Most Mountains Edge buyers put down 3% to 20%. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified buyers — about $16,800 on the $560,000 ZIP-area median — FHA allows 3.5% (roughly $12,250 on a $350,000 entry home), and VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans. A 10% down payment is $56,000; 20%, which removes mortgage insurance, is $112,000. Because the $400K–$550K band is the valley’s most competitive, a fully underwritten pre-approval matters as much as the down payment itself.
Mountains Edge FAQ — 18 Answers
What Do Mountains Edge Buyers Most Frequently Ask?
Most AskedWhat is the median home price in Mountains Edge?
Across the two Mountains Edge ZIP codes (89178/89141), the median list price is about $499,000 per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS data; homes closed at a $514,900 median in the past hundred days. Plan resales run roughly $350,000 for early-phase entry homes to $650,000+ in newer view sections like Vistas and Canyons Edge — the $400K–$550K heart is most competitive.
What are the best neighborhoods in Mountains Edge?
It depends on what you’re optimizing for. Vistas at Mountains Edge holds the elevated west-rim lots with mountain and valley views from about $500K. Canyons Edge and Aspire carry the newer construction — contemporary plans from roughly $375K–$450K. Quintessa is the established Pardee section near the Regional Park from about $400K, Suncrest suits growing families with larger lots from $425K, and Cornerstone is the entry door from about $350K, close to the Blue Diamond retail corridor.
How is Mountains Edge different from Summerlin and Southern Highlands?
Value and simplicity. The Mountains Edge ZIP area’s $560,000 median list undercuts Summerlin’s $728K by roughly $170,000, and HOA dues of $50–$150 monthly run far below what guard-gated golf communities like Southern Highlands charge. The trade: no guard gates, no country club, and a younger amenity base. What you keep: a 100-acre regional park, miles of connected trails, Red Rock Canyon ten minutes up Blue Diamond Road, and a far easier monthly budget.
What is the average days on market in Mountains Edge?
Homes sold across the Mountains Edge ZIP area over the past hundred days took a median of about 20 days from list to accepted offer, per Las Vegas REALTORS MLS statistics. Unlike small luxury enclaves, this is a deep, liquid sample — 297 closings in that window, roughly 90 a month — so the median is statistically sturdy. Well-priced homes in the $400K–$550K heart of the band routinely attract multiple offers in the first two weekends.
What are property taxes like in Mountains Edge?
Low by national standards. Nevada’s effective rate runs roughly 0.5–0.7% of a home’s value per the Clark County Assessor, and the state caps annual increases on a primary residence at 3% under Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471. Mountains Edge sits in unincorporated Clark County rather than Las Vegas city limits — a structural detail worth knowing for service and tax research. On a $560,000 purchase, plan for roughly $3,000–$3,900 a year.
Are there HOA fees in Mountains Edge?
Yes, and they’re one of the plan’s best features: typically $50 to $150 per month depending on the section, covering the master association’s trail network, common-area landscaping, and neighborhood parks. Some sections layer a modest sub-association on top of the master dues, so request the resale package for the specific property early in escrow. Those low carrying costs are a genuine affordability edge over comparable master plans — many charge double or triple.
What is the cost of living in Mountains Edge?
Attainable for a master plan of this quality. The ZIP-area median near $499,000 sits below Henderson’s $548K and far below Summerlin’s $728K, HOA dues run just $50–$150 monthly, and Nevada levies no state income tax — worth five figures annually to most relocating California households. Day-to-day costs track the rest of Clark County: groceries and dining cluster along the Blue Diamond and Durango corridor, five minutes from most sections.
What are the schools like in Mountains Edge?
Strong at the elementary level, mid-pack at the top. Zoned Carolyn S. Reedom Elementary rates 8/10 on GreatSchools and the record flags Wright STEM Academy among the southwest valley’s highest-rated; Lawrence & Heidi Canarelli Middle rates 7/10, and Sierra Vista High School rates 6/10. Doral Academy (9/10) and Somerset Academy Sky Pointe (8/10) are the charter standouts, with Bishop Gorman the marquee private option. Zones split block to block — verify any address before offering.
Is Mountains Edge a good place for families?
Few valley communities match it. The roughly 100-acre Mountains Edge Regional Park anchors ballfields, playgrounds, and a splash pad; Exploration Peak Park adds about 98 acres of hiking and a summit kids genuinely love; and a connected trail network links neighborhoods to schools and parks without crossing arterials. Add an 8/10 zoned elementary, $50–$150 monthly HOA dues, and a $400K–$550K market heart, and the family value case is hard to beat.
What is the rental and investment market like in Mountains Edge?
Steady and family-driven. Three- and four-bedroom single-family homes typically rent in the $2,200–$2,900 monthly range per Las Vegas REALTORS rental tracking, with newer and view sections at the top of the band. The deep owner-occupied base (roughly 72% per the plan record) keeps streets stable, and the ZIP area’s ~90 closings a month gives investors honest comps. Verify any sub-association’s rental rules in the resale package before underwriting.
Is there new construction in Mountains Edge?
Limited — the plan largely built out between 2004 and 2020, so Mountains Edge is primarily a resale market today. Where remaining builder phases release homes, they price toward the top of the $350K–$650K band. Buyers set on brand-new homes usually compare the southwest valley’s resales against actively selling master plans elsewhere in the valley — our new-construction hub tracks current releases and builder incentives weekly.
What amenities does Mountains Edge offer?
The outdoors is the amenity. Mountains Edge Regional Park brings roughly 100 acres of athletic fields, courts, playgrounds, and a splash pad; Exploration Peak Park adds about 98 acres of desert trails and summit views; the central Mountains Edge Park covers the daily playground run; and dedicated open-space corridors thread trails between neighborhoods. The Blue Diamond and Durango commercial corridor handles retail, dining, and medical — and Red Rock Canyon is ten minutes west.
How is the commute from Mountains Edge?
Better than the southwest rim location suggests. Blue Diamond Road (SR-160) is the spine, with the I-15 and I-215 interchanges within about ten minutes of most sections. Plan roughly 20 minutes to the Strip, about 25 to Harry Reid International Airport, and about 15 to Southern Highlands and the St. Rose corridor. Red Rock Canyon runs ten minutes the other way — the reverse commute nobody complains about.
Is Mountains Edge safe?
Mountains Edge is served by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department — the plan sits in unincorporated Clark County — and the FBI does not tabulate the community separately, so we won’t invent a precise ranking. Structurally, the profile favors safety: roughly 72% owner-occupancy per the plan record, single-family streets with limited through-traffic, HOA-maintained common areas, and busy parks. Typical incidents are suburban property matters; standard precautions cover most of it.
What should I know before buying in Mountains Edge?
Four things move real money here. First, school zones split block to block across a 12,000-home plan — verify the exact zoning for any address. Second, the plan spans two ZIP codes (89178/89141); confirm which one a listing sits in before comparing insurance and comps. Third, check the resale package for any sub-association dues above the master HOA. Fourth, the $400K–$550K band is the valley’s most competitive — get pre-approved before touring, or call (702) 637-1759 and we’ll sequence it for you.
What down payment do you need to buy in Mountains Edge?
Most Mountains Edge buyers put down 3% to 20%. Conventional loans start at 3% for qualified buyers — about $16,800 on the $560,000 ZIP-area median — FHA allows 3.5% (roughly $12,250 on a $350,000 entry home), and VA loans allow 0% for eligible veterans. A 10% down payment is $56,000; 20%, which removes mortgage insurance, is $112,000. Because the $400K–$550K band is the valley’s most competitive, a fully underwritten pre-approval matters as much as the down payment itself.
What does an HOA cost in Mountains Edge?
Budget $50 to $150 per month, per the plan record — among the lowest carrying costs of any major Las Vegas Valley master plan. The master association maintains the trail network, common-area landscaping, and neighborhood parks; some sections add a modest sub-association on top, so pull the resale package early to confirm the exact stack. There is no country-club membership or guard-gate staffing line — the simplicity is the point. Always verify dues, reserves, and any assessment history in escrow.
How long does it take to close on a home in Mountains Edge?
Most Mountains Edge purchases close in 30 to 45 days from accepted offer — Nevada closes through escrow companies, not attorneys. Cash purchases can close in 7–14 days. Add a few days for HOA resale-package delivery and review (master plus any sub-association), and build your timeline around the competitive reality: in the $400K–$550K heart of this market, clean financing terms and quick inspection windows win ties.
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These are the eight queries Mountains Edge buyers actually type into Google and AI assistants — answered in two or three sentences with specifics you can verify: plan facts from the developer record and Clark County, prices from Las Vegas REALTORS, and recreation data from the Bureau of Land Management.
Is Mountains Edge part of the City of Las Vegas?
No — Mountains Edge carries Las Vegas mailing addresses but sits in unincorporated Clark County, so county government provides services and the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department patrols. It’s a common point of confusion that matters for service and tax research.
What ZIP codes cover Mountains Edge?
ZIPs 89178 and 89141. The plan’s core sits in 89178 with southeastern sections in 89141 — confirm which ZIP and school zone a specific listing falls in before comparing comps or insurance quotes, since the boundary splits the community.
Who developed Mountains Edge?
Focus Property Group master-planned the 3,500-acre community starting in 2004, with Pulte, KB Home, Pardee, Richmond American, and Beazer building most of the 12,000+ homes between 2004 and 2020.
Does Mountains Edge have a clubhouse or pool?
No — there is no resort-style clubhouse, and that’s why HOA dues stay at $50–$150 monthly. The amenity package is the public park system: the ~100-acre Regional Park, Exploration Peak’s ~98 acres, and the connected trail network, all maintained by Clark County and the master association.
Can you hike inside Mountains Edge?
Yes — Exploration Peak Park puts about 98 acres of desert trails and a genuine summit inside the plan, with full-valley views from the top. For bigger days, Red Rock Canyon’s trailheads start ten minutes west via Blue Diamond Road.
Is Mountains Edge a good investment?
The fundamentals favor it: a deep, liquid market of roughly 90 ZIP-area closings a month, family rental demand at $2,200–$2,900 for single-family homes per LVR tracking, and entry pricing below comparable master plans. Verify any sub-association rental rules before underwriting.
How far is Mountains Edge from the Strip?
About 20 minutes via Blue Diamond Road and I-15 north, depending on time of day. Harry Reid International Airport runs about 25 minutes via I-15 and I-215.
Are there age-restricted sections in Mountains Edge?
No — Mountains Edge is an all-ages family master plan. Buyers wanting 55+ living compare the valley’s dedicated active-adult communities instead; our 55+ communities hub maps every option with current pricing.
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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 across Mountains Edge’s family sections, view streets, and entry corridors — that depth is why the team ranks #1 in Nevada.
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Henderson, Summerlin, Las Vegas, North Las Vegas
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NEARBY COMMUNITIES
Which Communities Are Within 30 Minutes of Mountains Edge?
Compare Mountains Edge with neighboring southwest valley master plans and the valley’s other family markets. Each card pairs the commute time with price positioning, so you can judge whether trading the parks-per-dollar value here actually buys you more home for the money.
20 MIN SE
Inspirada (Henderson)
~$550K (ZIP area)
20 min from Mountains Edge
View Inspirada (Henderson) →A–Z INDEX
Which Mountains Edge Sections Can You Explore A–Z?
Six named sections plus the park spine make up the 3,500-acre plan. Dedicated section pages are rolling out — the entries below are indexed alphabetically for orientation, and our team can pull current listings, HOA documents, and school zoning for any of them on request.
A
- Aspire at Mountains Edge
C
- Canyons Edge
- Cornerstone at Mountains Edge
E
- Exploration Peak Park district
M
- Mountains Edge Regional Park district
Q
- Quintessa at Mountains Edge
S
- Suncrest at Mountains Edge
V
- Vistas at Mountains Edge
KEEP LEARNING
What Else Should You Read About Mountains Edge?
These guides extend the research most Mountains Edge buyers do next — understanding the broader Las Vegas market, weighing Summerlin against Henderson alternatives, and mapping the buying process — each written by our team from the same MLS data and primary sources used throughout this page.
MARKET GUIDE
Las Vegas Housing Market 2026
The valley-wide playbook — pricing, inventory, rates, and where Mountains Edge’s value band fits the bigger picture.
Read →COMPARISON
Summerlin vs Henderson: Luxury & Master Plans
How the valley’s premium master plans stack up — useful context for judging what Mountains Edge’s $170K discount actually buys.
Read →MARKET HUB
Las Vegas Community Hub
Citywide market data, every Las Vegas master plan, and side-by-side comparisons in one place.
Read →Sources & Methodology
Where Does This Mountains Edge Data Come From?
Every statistic on this page is sourced from a primary or government dataset, and we refresh these numbers monthly. One honesty note: market stats cover ZIP codes 89178/89141 — the area containing the plan, broader than the plan itself. Plan facts (acreage, home count, HOA range, sections) come from the developer record. Follow any link to verify a figure.
- Las Vegas REALTORS (LVR) — Median list and sold prices, days on market, and closing counts for the 89178/89141 ZIP area. lasvegasrealtors.com
- U.S. Census Bureau — Las Vegas city population, income, age, and housing data (the plan is not separately tabulated). census.gov/quickfacts
- Clark County — County services, parks (Regional Park, Exploration Peak), GIS boundaries, and unincorporated-area governance. clarkcountynv.gov
- Clark County Assessor — Property tax rates, assessed values, and parcel data. clarkcountynv.gov/assessor
- Nevada Revised Statutes 361.471 — The 3% annual property-tax cap on primary residences. leg.state.nv.us
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) — Metro-level crime data context (the plan is not separately tabulated). fbi.gov/ucr
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Metro employment, unemployment, and wage data. bls.gov
- GreatSchools.org — K-12 school ratings, test scores, student-teacher ratios. greatschools.org
- Bureau of Land Management — Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area access and recreation data. blm.gov
- Freddie Mac PMMS — Mortgage rate weekly survey used in the payment calculator. freddiemac.com/pmms
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