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Most Expensive Neighborhoods in Las Vegas: Guard-Gated and Golf Communities
Quick answer: Most of the highest-priced homes in the Las Vegas Valley are in guard-gated golf and hillside communities in Summerlin and Henderson. The Summit Club, The Ridges, Country Club Hills, MacDonald Highlands and the golf club area of Southern Highlands are on almost every list. For context, the median price for an existing single-family home in Southern Nevada was $475,000 in October 2026, per Las Vegas Realtors.
This guide is from Diana Valento, REALTOR® with RE/MAX Reliance. We do not rank these places by price without data you can check. Instead, each profile gives the area, golf, gate and size facts the community or a public reference posts, with a link and the date we checked it.
What makes a Las Vegas neighborhood expensive?
A few things show up again and again at the top of the market:
- Guard gates and privacy. Staffed gates and private streets limit who can drive in.
- Private golf. Homes on or near a private course often cost more.
- Views and elevation. Hillside lots can look out at the Strip, Red Rock Canyon or the whole valley.
- Custom homes and big lots. Custom estates are rare in a valley full of tract homes.
Most of these communities are in Summerlin, a master plan that covers 22,500 acres on the west side of the valley. The others are in Henderson and the southwest valley. See the Summerlin real estate and Henderson real estate pages for the wider areas.
The most expensive neighborhoods, profiled
These five are listed by area, not ranked. Prices change every month, so ask Diana for a dated report of recent closed sales before you compare.
The Summit Club
- Area: Summerlin (west Las Vegas)
- Where and what: The club says it sits between Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and the Las Vegas Strip, on a 600-acre site. It calls itself the only private residential lifestyle club community in Las Vegas.
- Golf: An 18-hole golf course designed by Tom Fazio.
- Gate: The club lists round-the-clock security.
- Homes: Club residences and custom estate lots.
Source · Checked November 9, 2026
On this site: The Summit Club in Summerlin
The Ridges
- Area: Summerlin (west Las Vegas)
- Where and what: The HOA describes The Ridges as a guard-gated community set against Red Rock Canyon. It sits near Downtown Summerlin.
- Golf: Bear’s Best, a public course next to The Ridges, was sold. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported in February 2025 that it would take public tee times until June 22 and then become a private country club. The HOA website still describes Bear’s Best as a place to play, so ask for its current status.
- Gate: Guard-gated, per the HOA.
- Homes: Not posted on the HOA page we checked.
Source 1 · Source 2 · Checked November 9, 2026
On this site: The Ridges real estate · The Ridges in Summerlin
Country Club Hills
- Area: Summerlin (west Las Vegas)
- Where and what: The HOA lists 171 luxury homes. It surrounds the TPC Summerlin golf course.
- Golf: TPC Summerlin is a private club in the PGA Tour’s TPC network. It was designed by Bobby Weed and hosts a PGA Tour event, the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open.
- Gate: 24/7 guard-gated, per the HOA.
- Homes: 171 homes.
Source 1 · Source 2 · Checked November 9, 2026
On this site: Country Club Hills in Summerlin
MacDonald Highlands
- Area: Henderson (southeast valley)
- Where and what: It sits on the edge of the McCullough Mountains and looks out over Henderson and the valley. Ascaya and Roma Hills are next door.
- Golf: DragonRidge Country Club is the community’s centerpiece. The club calls it a private 18-hole, par-72 course of 6,975 yards, designed by Jay Morrish and David Druzisky.
- Gate: Guard-gated, per Wikipedia.
- Homes: Not posted on the pages we checked.
Source 1 · Source 2 · Source 3 · Checked November 9, 2026
On this site: MacDonald Highlands real estate · Ascaya lots
Southern Highlands
- Area: Southwest valley (Enterprise, 89141)
- Where and what: A planned community of about 2,299 acres in the southern foothills, in unincorporated Enterprise, not the City of Las Vegas.
- Golf: The community surrounds Southern Highlands Golf Club, a private club at 1 Robert Trent Jones Lane. Wikipedia describes the golf club area as a separate neighborhood and private enclave.
- Gate: Not stated in the sources we checked. Ask about the exact neighborhood.
- Homes: Many separate neighborhoods. Ask about the exact one.
Source 1 · Source 2 · Checked November 9, 2026
On this site: Southern Highlands real estate · The Estates at Southern Highlands
Golf communities: TPC Summerlin, DragonRidge, Southern Highlands and Siena
Golf is one of the biggest reasons people pay more. Here is how the main courses compare.
| Course | Community | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| TPC Summerlin | Country Club Hills, Summerlin | Private. PGA Tour TPC network. Designed by Bobby Weed. Source |
| DragonRidge Country Club | MacDonald Highlands, Henderson | Private. 18 holes, par 72, 6,975 yards. Source |
| Southern Highlands Golf Club | Southern Highlands, southwest valley | Private club with a separate enclave of homes. Source |
| Siena Golf Club | Siena, Summerlin South | Public 18-hole course in a guard-gated 55+ community, so it fits a different buyer. Source |
Want golf without the top price? Siena is a 55+ community with 2,001 homes and villas around a public course. Our guides to Summerlin golf courses and golf course homes list more options.
More high-end areas to explore
These places also have high-end homes. We did not recheck them against official sources for this update, so confirm the details for the exact street.
- Red Rock Country Club
- Spanish Hills
- Spanish Trail
- Queensridge
- Canyon Gate
- Anthem Country Club
- Seven Hills
- Lake Las Vegas
For a wider list, see our Las Vegas luxury neighborhoods guide, the luxury guard-gated communities page, or the Las Vegas ZIP code map.
Costs to plan for beyond the price
- HOA dues. Many luxury areas have a master HOA plus a neighborhood HOA. Dues differ a lot, so get the exact amounts in writing.
- Club membership. At private clubs, membership is often a separate cost from the home. Ask the club for its current fees.
- Property taxes. The Clark County Assessor explains a 3% cap on yearly increases on the tax bill for an owner’s primary residence, and a cap of up to 8% for other homes.
- Insurance and upkeep. Large homes, pools and hillside lots cost more to insure and maintain. Get quotes before you commit.
Corrections to this page
An earlier version of this page had errors. We removed or fixed them:
- It said the median Las Vegas home price was about $300,000. Las Vegas Realtors reported $475,000 for October 2026.
- It said the Nevada constitution caps property tax increases at 3%. The cap is in state law, and it is up to 8% for homes that are not a primary residence.
- It listed property tax “rates” by neighborhood, a Summerlin median value and typical HOA and club fees. We found no source for them.
- It described private observatories, an equestrian center and trails to the tops of mountains. We found no source for them.
- It said Country Club Hills is near the Strip and has condos. Its HOA describes 171 luxury homes around TPC Summerlin.
- It called Henderson a neighborhood of Las Vegas. Henderson is its own city.
- It named a “Summerlin Centre for the Performing Arts” and a “Henderson Galleria.” We could not confirm either name.
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About Diana Valento
Diana Valento is a REALTOR® with RE/MAX Reliance. She has helped people buy and sell homes in the Las Vegas Valley for 16 years and has sold over 500 homes. Learn more about Diana. Nevada license S-0169007.
Expensive Las Vegas neighborhoods: questions, answered
What is the most expensive neighborhood in Las Vegas?
There is no official ranking. Several local market reports put The Summit Club in Summerlin at the top. It is a private club community with a Tom Fazio golf course. Ask Diana for recent closed sales from the MLS if you want a dated price comparison.
What is the median home price in Las Vegas right now?
Las Vegas Realtors reported a median of $475,000 for existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada in October 2026. Homes in the communities on this page usually sell for many times that.
Which expensive Las Vegas neighborhoods are guard-gated?
The Ridges, Country Club Hills and MacDonald Highlands are guard-gated, based on their HOA sites and Wikipedia. The Summit Club lists round-the-clock security. In Southern Highlands, ask about the exact neighborhood.
Which luxury neighborhoods have private golf?
Country Club Hills surrounds TPC Summerlin. MacDonald Highlands is home to DragonRidge Country Club. Southern Highlands surrounds Southern Highlands Golf Club, and The Summit Club has a Tom Fazio course. All four clubs are private.
Is Southern Highlands in the City of Las Vegas?
No. Southern Highlands is in Enterprise, an unincorporated town in Clark County. Its mailing ZIP code is 89141, so the address still says Las Vegas.
Do you have to join the golf club to live in these communities?
It depends on the community. Club membership and HOA dues are usually separate costs. Ask the HOA and the club for current fees in writing before you make an offer.
How are property taxes capped on an expensive Las Vegas home?
The Clark County Assessor explains a 3% cap on yearly increases on the tax bill for an owner’s primary residence. Other homes, such as rentals or second homes, can see a cap of up to 8%. The cap is in state law, not the state constitution.
Can I sell a luxury home with Diana for 1%?
Yes. Diana lists homes for a 1% listing-side fee, with a $3,500 minimum for homes that sell for under $350,000. There is no additional brokerage fee, and it is no sale, no listing fee. Buyer-broker compensation is separate and negotiable, and the written listing agreement governs.
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