$682,395Average Value$281Average Price per Sq Ft65Homes For Sale
A suburban community in Western Vegas
West Sahara is a byproduct of Western Las Vegas' 21st-century suburbanization. Its huge homes, Red Rock Canyon backdrop and proximity to The Strip and Summerlin attract homebuyers. "What's nice about this area is that you're not technically in Summerlin, but you're still in the heart of a really nice lifestyle," says Realtor Anna Kitras of Fathom Realty. Kitras has sold homes across Las Vegas for over a decade. "You don't really feel like you're in Vegas. It's like a little excursion." And the community's friendly nature is felt along its sidewalk-lined streets. "People are always out and about, walking their dogs or walking to Whole Foods or Orange Theory," Kitras says. "It's very family-oriented."
The Lakes community is a byproduct of Western Las Vegas' 21st-century suburbanization.
Homes in West Sahara have well-kept front lawns with desert landscaping.
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A mix of large, contemporary homes
Stucco-and-tile is the prevailing style in West Sahara. However, builders Lennar and Blue Heron are changing the landscape with sleek lines and squared rooftops, defining new construction in Pioneer Estates and Prado subdivisions. Most homes here are two-story contemporary colonials, many in private communities. Homes in the Aurora and Westwood subdivisions sit behind gated entrances along sidewalk-lined streets covered with mature palms. On Palmyra Avenue, one-story, 3,000-square-foot homes sit on a half-acre with no homeowner's association fees. Buyers will find many 6,000-square-foot custom estates with gourmet kitchens and media rooms off Silver Meadow Court and condos with pools along South Durango Drive. "Homes here are a little bit older," Kitras says. "Residents have decent-sized lots, and many people have pools." Condos cost between $200,000 and $300,000, while a colonial can cost between $450,000 and $750,000. Many custom estates in West Sahara exceed $1 million and cost as much as $3 million.
The Lakes is a friendly and quiet community.
In The Lakes, buyers will find many 6,000-square-foot custom estates.
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Kids attend Clark County Schools
The Clark County School District scores an overall B on Niche and serves nearly 310,000 students. Herbert A. Derfelt Elementary School has a C-plus on Niche, while Clifford J. Lawrence Junior High School scores a C. At Spring Valley High School, students can join over 40 extracurriculars, including mock trial club, literature club and writing club. Niche gave the high school an overall B-plus.
Herbert A. Derfelt Elementary School is loved by its alumni.
Spring Valley High School's football team is called The Grizzlies.
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Locals enjoy a day at Old Spanish Trail or Desert Breeze
Locals get together at the 10-acre Old Spanish Trail Park. The property sits on a former trade route between California and New Mexico. Walking trails and an Old West-themed playground entice visitors to the park, which also includes educational displays telling the story of the trail's significance to Clark County. Within a mile south is Desert Breeze Park, an outdoor space where many West Sahara athletes practice. The park has four baseball and softball fields in its center and two roller hockey rinks along the edge. Local thrill seekers do some tricks at the skatepark or shoot hoops on the basketball courts.
Old Spanish Trail Park served as a necessary trade route between California and Santa Fe.
Desert Breeze Soccer Complex speaks on the residents' interest in this sport.
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Shopping center scatter around West Sahara
At Canyon Gate Shopping Center, shoppers grab groceries at Smith's or order a plate of steak and eggs at Black Bear Diner. Plus, the shopping center has spots for a manicure or a haircut. Farther south down Durango Drive are a few more plazas and restaurants. Durango Edna Plaza has a gym, a nail spa and restaurants like Naan and Curry and Jimmy John's. And in the area's southwestern corner is another large shopping center, home to The Madhouse Coffee and The Legends Oyster Bar and Grill.
Smith's is a popular grocery store found in The Lakes.
Max Market in The Lakes is an Easter European shop serving groceries and produce.
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Hopping on the RTC
West Sahara residents primarily drive to get around, and the community is about 10 miles west of downtown Las Vegas. The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada operates buses that shuttle around the community. In an emergency, locals can travel 2 miles to the ER at The Lakes, a Southern Hills Hospital and Medical Center branch. The Harry Reid International Airport is about 15 miles away.
Residents of The Lakes can easily commute using the public transit system.
The Lakes community is about 10 miles west of downtown Las Vegas.
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Parks in this Area
Rainbow Family Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Old Spanish Trail Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Firefighters Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Davis Park
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Trails
Desert Breeze Park
Baseball/Softball
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Lake Sahara South Park
Lake
Picnic Area
Transit
Airport
Harry Reid International
18 min drive
Bus
Eb Sahara After Cimarron
Bus
Eb Sahara After Buffalo
Bus
Eb Sahara After Meyers Ct
Bus
Sb Rainbow After Edna
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Nb Durango After Desert Inn
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Eb Sahara After Tenaya
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Eb Sahara After Durango
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.116 Reviews
2.0Niche User
5/24/2014Niche Review
Many people complain about not having jobs, myself included. I have been unemployed for 3-4 years and since I am going through college I don't have the required experience most of the open jobs require. For example a lot of places are looking for Management Employers. The biggest industries in Las Vegas are the casinos. There are other things but everything is so hard to get into. You need experience to get experience.
2.0Niche User
1/5/2016Niche Review
I notice that not many people interact. The houses are so close together and neighbors don't even know each others' names. Everyone stays put inside their homes and isolates themselves from others around them.
4.0Niche User
1/5/2016Niche Review
I used to live in North Carolina, which a completely different atmosphere from here in Las Vegas. People are different, culture is different and even traditions. I think this is a good place to live, but I also think that it's not the best place for children to reside.
3.0Niche User
5/12/2015Niche Review
There are a lot of jobs for a handful of people but not typically for low class people, more so for the middle and high class.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Sahara
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Sahara, Las Vegas sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Sahara, Las Vegas over the last 12 months is $762,133, up 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,092
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,410
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,927
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
Advanced Degrees
11.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
1''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
104°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
35/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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