Top 5 Benefits of Living in Northwest Las Vegas

When it comes to living in Las Vegas the Northwest may not cross your mind but it’s an ideal location for anyone looking to escape the big city to raise their family in a safe, friendly, calming, rural environment. 

Las Vegas, Henderson and Summerlin offer a ton of entertainment, fancy dining experiences along with other lavish city life getaways. However, it’s not for everyone especially if you are someone that loves the rustic desert, calming horse pastures and the welcoming outdoors. Here are some other fabulous benefits of living in Northwest Las Vegas.  

1. Outdoor Lifestyle 

Northwest Las Vegas is a rustic oasis especially for those who love the outdoors. With large properties Northwest Las Vegas offers privacy with lots that buffer space at a fraction of the cost. Many people who find their dream home in this area also find calamity living in the surrounding desert terrain. 

With great hiking spots such as Loan Mountain you can bike, hike or horseback the surrounding trails. Hiking to the peak for a breathtaking view and fresh air is a popular option if you don’t have the time to travel.  If traveling is an option then Mt. Charleston is just a quick 30 minutes away. 

Mt. Charleston is where the “Spring Mountains rise up out of the Mojave Desert to provide a forested, spring-fed haven for wildlife and an alpine retreat for visitors,” Go Mt. Charleston Spring Mountain National Recreation Center. 

With many outdoor options such as biking, rock climbing, camping, off road driving, horseback riding and wintertime skiing it doesn’t feel like the surrounding desert. “The Spring Mountains are considered a "sky island" which creates an oasis environment for cooler weather, high elevation species to thrive in the middle of the Mojave Desert,” Go Mt. Charleston. 

2. Less Restrictions 

If you are a homeowner who prefers less restrictions from a Homeowners Association, also known as HOA, then Northwest Las Vegas may be the best option for you.  

If you prefer the rural lifestyle you may have toys like RV’s, motorcycles, or ATVs. When living in the city HOAs have lots of restrictions on storing these types of machinery in the neighborhood. There is limited space in the urban areas of Las Vegas and HOAs typically have regulations that inquire fines for such equipment when stored outside. The Northwest expansive space with no Homeowners Associations gives homeowners a lot less limitations in regards to land use. 

3. Rural Lifestyle Living 

When it comes to living in a rural area you are away from the busy city life.  This allows for advantages such as less traffic noise, more fun outdoor activities as well as independent agriculture farms selling organic produce. Gilcrease Orchard is one of them and is located in Northwest Las Vegas. 

Thanks to the Gilcrease Orchard you can experience farm-fresh flavors and natural artesian springs, “this unique piece of land has been preserved for over 90 years for the community to enjoy,”  Gilcrease Orchard. 

At Gilcrease Orchard you can pick tomatoes off the vine for that summer salad or harvest a medley of vegetables for a hearty autumn stew. Fresh-farmed squash, peas, carrots, beets, greens and zucchini are ripe during the springtime. The farm also has green garlic and asparagus. Gilcrease sells fresh produce for eight months out of the year. 

4. Community Centered 

Strong community focus and education is a big part of Northwest Vegas living. With the small town feel comes a community centered environment.  It’s a place where you can get to know your neighbors while being involved in the community and school activities. 

The community and families are away from the urban life and tend to be more involved in the children’s education and teachers know most students and their families personally in Northwest Las Vegas.

5. Other Amenities 

As you can see there are many benefits to Northwest Las Vegas living. While this area continues to grow due to the affordability and expansive home developments there are other benefits of living in the Northwest.   

Along with the benefits mentioned above you are also still close but not too close to the Las Vegas International Airport. You can avoid the hustle and bustle of the strip and the airport which is approximately twenty to thirty minutes away from the Northwest depending on the area. 

You also have access to stores, shops, casinos and other entertainment in the surrounding area including but not limited to Craig Ranch Regional Park, Centennial Hills and Red Rock Canyon which is fifteen to twenty minutes away from Northwest Las Vegas. 

If you are looking for a rural type of living then view our latest listings or schedule a free consultation to find your perfect home in Northwest Las Vegas. Just contact Darin Marques with the Darin Marques Group at (702) 803-3527 or email darin@dmgluxury.com.