Located a short 10 mile jaunt west of The Strip, Summerlin boasts some of Southern Nevada’s best recreational activities, schools and shopping. Over 100,000 residents call Summerlin home making it one of Las Vegas’ most popular and newest neighborhoods.
A Legacy of Howard Hughes
In the 1950s eccentric billionaire and Las Vegas founding father Howard Hughes purchased a vast tract of land northwest of the Vegas Strip. Primary development began in the early 1990s when the completion of the Summerlin Parkway opened up this vast 25,000 acres to developers. Named after Hughes’ grandmother Jean Amelia Summerlin, it now boasts a reputation as one of the nation’s most successful examples of a master planned community.
Friends of Nature
Ever eco-conscious, the planners of Summerlin have made several land exchanges with the Bureau of Land Management designed to protect fragile ecologies alongside Red Rock Canyon and the Spring Mountains. This dedication to conservation has made Summerlin one of the Nevada’s most environmental communities.
What’s Notable?
Summerlin’s best kept secret is the award winning 150 mile Summerlin Trail System. Used by an estimated 70% of Summerlin residents every week, this multi use trail is a favorite of runners, bikers and families.
For those who love to hit the links Summerlin boasts numerous golf courses, including Nevada’s only two PGA certified Tour Players Championship courses. The private TPC at Summerlin, home to the Justin Timberlake Shriners’ Hospitals for Children Open Championship Pro-Am and the public TPC Las Vegas.
Housing
With an average purchase price in the $250,000 range, homes in the Summerlin area are priced slightly above the Las Vegas average. But the higher cost grants some distinct benefits. Summerlin has recently celebrated its 20th Anniversary guaranteeing that virtually every home is spacious and modern.
Location
Summerlin is about 10 miles west of Las Vegas Boulevard and centered on Charleston Boulevard and The Summerlin Parkway. Traffic to and from the Strip can be heavy, but Summerlin boasts numerous shopping, dining and entertainment venues that make living in Summerlin worth the commute.
What’s Close By?
Popular Dining Options
Summerlin is well known around Vegas for its wide variety of quality restaurants. Some of the best include.
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