Find detailed answers to the most common questions about Mountain's Edge real estate, amenities, schools, and lifestyle
The average home price in Mountain's Edge is approximately $750,000, with properties ranging from $500,000 to over $1.5 million depending on size, location, and amenities.
Mountain's Edge offers a variety of housing options across its eight distinctive neighborhoods, each with its own price range and features:
Pricing can vary significantly based on specific neighborhood, lot size, home age, condition, and premium features like pools or casitas. The most affordable neighborhoods include Mesa and San Gabriel, while the most exclusive properties are typically found in Sierra Madre and Cascade at Mountain Pass.
Mountain's Edge offers a diverse range of home types including single-story ranches, two-story family homes, luxury estates with casitas, and semi-custom homes with 3-7 bedrooms ranging from 1,800 to 5,000+ square feet.
The housing options in Mountain's Edge include:
Most homes feature desert landscaping, energy-efficient designs, and were built between 2004 and present, with newer construction primarily in the western sections of the community.
Mountain's Edge real estate has shown consistent appreciation of 5-7% annually over the past five years, outperforming the greater Las Vegas market by approximately 2%. Limited inventory and strong demand have created a competitive market for buyers.
Current real estate trends in Mountain's Edge include:
The market shows resilience during economic fluctuations, maintaining stronger value retention than many other Las Vegas communities, largely due to the quality of amenities, school district, and masterplan design.
Mountain's Edge includes eight distinctive neighborhoods: Aspire, Cascade at Mountain Pass, Collina, Mesa/Valla, Montelano, Quintessa, San Gabriel, and Sierra Madre. Each offers unique home styles and community amenities.
Here's a breakdown of each Mountain's Edge neighborhood:
Each neighborhood has its own builder or set of builders, architectural guidelines, and in some cases, supplemental HOA fees in addition to the master association fees.
Living in Mountain's Edge offers a suburban desert lifestyle with an emphasis on outdoor recreation, family-friendly amenities, and a strong sense of community, all within a 20-minute drive to the Las Vegas Strip.
The lifestyle in Mountain's Edge is characterized by:
The community is designed with a desert conservation theme, incorporating native landscaping and sustainable design elements. This creates a distinct aesthetic that harmonizes with the surrounding Mojave Desert environment while providing all the amenities of modern suburban living.
HOA fees in Mountain's Edge typically range from $50-150 per month depending on the neighborhood. The Mountain's Edge Master Association fee is approximately $35-50 per month, with additional sub-association fees varying by neighborhood.
HOA fee breakdown by neighborhood:
These fees cover maintenance of common areas, community amenities, and neighborhood security features. Some premium neighborhoods with additional amenities may have slightly higher fees. The HOAs are managed professionally and provide regular financial reports to homeowners.
Mountain's Edge features numerous amenities including Exploration Peak Park (a 2,800-acre park with hiking trails and play areas), Nathaniel Jones Park, Mountain's Edge Regional Park, community centers, miles of walking/biking trails, and multiple neighborhood parks.
Key amenities in Mountain's Edge include:
The amenities are designed to promote an active, outdoor lifestyle while fostering community connections. Many parks feature native desert landscaping that conserves water while creating beautiful, sustainable environments.
Mountain's Edge residents enjoy convenient access to shopping at Mountain's Edge Marketplace, Blue Diamond Marketplace, Rhodes Ranch Town Center, plus restaurants like Settebello Pizzeria, Hokkaido Teppanyaki Hibachi, and major retailers including Target and Home Depot.
Shopping and dining options near Mountain's Edge include:
With the continued development of Southwest Las Vegas, new shopping and dining options are regularly being added to the area. The community is also just a 15-20 minute drive from Downtown Summerlin, which offers premium shopping, dining, and entertainment options including Red Rock Casino and City National Arena (practice facility for the Vegas Golden Knights).
Mountain's Edge is located approximately 15 miles southwest of the Las Vegas Strip (20-25 minute drive) and roughly 17 miles from Harry Reid International Airport (25-30 minute drive).
Driving distances from Mountain's Edge to key Las Vegas destinations:
The community's location offers a peaceful suburban environment while maintaining easy access to Las Vegas's world-famous attractions, employment centers, and transportation hubs. Most residents appreciate the ability to enjoy Las Vegas amenities without living in the congestion of tourist areas.
The drive to the Strip and airport is straightforward via the 215 Beltway, which has multiple access points near Mountain's Edge. During peak traffic hours (weekday mornings and evenings), travel times may increase by 5-10 minutes.
Mountain's Edge is served by Clark County School District schools including Wright, Reedom, and Steele Elementary Schools; Canarelli and Faiss Middle Schools; and Sierra Vista and Desert Oasis High Schools, plus nearby private options like Pinecrest Academy.
Schools serving Mountain's Edge include:
School zoning can change, and boundaries sometimes shift as the population grows. For the most current school assignment information, families should verify with the Clark County School District or contact our office for assistance.
Many Mountain's Edge schools offer specialized programs including GATE (Gifted and Talented Education), advanced placement courses, and extracurricular activities ranging from robotics to performing arts.
Schools serving Mountain's Edge are generally rated above average for Las Vegas, with elementary schools receiving 7-8/10 ratings, middle schools 6-7/10, and high schools 6-7/10 according to GreatSchools, placing them among the better-performing public schools in Clark County.
Detailed school performance metrics for Mountain's Edge schools:
Key strengths of Mountain's Edge schools include:
For families prioritizing education, Mountain's Edge offers some of the better public school options in the Las Vegas Valley, though many families also consider the nearby private and charter school alternatives for specialized educational approaches.
Mountain's Edge has consistently shown strong property value appreciation, making it an excellent investment area in Las Vegas with 5-7% annual growth, outperforming city averages by 2% and maintaining good value retention during market fluctuations.
Investment advantages of Mountain's Edge include:
Since its development in the early 2000s, homes in Mountain's Edge have maintained their value well, even during market fluctuations, and have shown consistent growth over time. The master-planned community's amenities, location, and continued development contribute to its investment potential.
For investors, single-family homes in Mountain's Edge typically rent for $2,500-$4,500 per month depending on size, features, and neighborhood. The rental market is stable with average occupancy periods of 2+ years and minimal vacancy periods between tenants.
The Mountain's Edge rental market is strong with high demand, average monthly rents of $2,500-$4,500 for single-family homes, typical cash flow returns of 4-6%, low vacancy rates (under 5%), and stable tenancy averaging 2+ years.
Key rental market metrics for Mountain's Edge:
Investment considerations for Mountain's Edge rental properties:
Mountain's Edge has become increasingly popular with relocating professionals due to its quality amenities, good schools, and proximity to major employers like the Las Vegas Strip, Downtown Summerlin corporate centers, and medical facilities.
Mountain's Edge experiences the desert climate typical of Las Vegas with hot summers (100°F+), mild winters (55-65°F days, 30-40°F nights), low humidity, minimal rainfall (4 inches annually), and over 300 sunny days per year.
Seasonal weather patterns in Mountain's Edge:
Due to its slightly higher elevation compared to the Las Vegas valley floor, Mountain's Edge can experience temperatures 2-5°F cooler than the central areas of Las Vegas, making summer evenings slightly more comfortable. The community also tends to receive marginally more precipitation due to its proximity to the Spring Mountains.
The area enjoys exceptional air quality most of the year, with occasional dust events during windy periods. The abundant sunshine makes Mountain's Edge ideal for outdoor activities approximately 9 months of the year, with summer middays being the exception when temperatures peak.
Mountain's Edge is considered one of the safer neighborhoods in the Las Vegas area with crime rates 30-40% lower than Las Vegas averages. The community features gated sections, active neighborhood watch programs, and regular security patrols.
Safety features and statistics for Mountain's Edge:
The master-planned design of Mountain's Edge contributes significantly to its safety profile, with limited access points, good visibility on streets, and well-maintained common areas. Additionally, the strong sense of community and high rate of owner-occupied homes (approximately 75%) creates natural neighborhood vigilance.
Many residents cite safety as one of their primary reasons for choosing Mountain's Edge, particularly families relocating from other parts of the Las Vegas valley or from out of state.
Mountain's Edge residents have access to Southern Hills Hospital (10 minutes away), Spring Valley Hospital (15 minutes), multiple urgent care centers within 5-10 minutes, and several medical plazas with specialists, dentists, and primary care physicians.
Healthcare facilities near Mountain's Edge include:
The southwest Las Vegas area has seen significant growth in healthcare services over the past decade, with new medical facilities continuing to open to serve the expanding population. Most major healthcare networks including Optum, HCA, Dignity Health, and Valley Health System have facilities within a 15-minute drive of Mountain's Edge.
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