More StoriesInterior amenities impress Marquesa buyers The in-unit washer and dryer have impressed buyers at Marquesa, a 428-unit condominium development in the northwestern valley, according to sales agents.
Laguna Palms condo sales in sixth phase Laguna Palms, a 268-unit condominium complex on East Flamingo Road, offers a location in the southeastern valley central to many key areas of the city, according to sales agent Doreen Costello.
Aliante showcases single-story designs Single-story homes are showcased in Pulte's Salerno neighborhood within the Aliante master-planned community in North Las Vegas.
Bella Vita agent touts location Bella Vita's location in the southwestern portion of the Las Vegas Valley is popular among home buyers, according to sales agent Brian Kirkpatrick.
Tuscan Villas greets first residents Now that the first residents have moved in at Tuscan Villas, the condominium development has a real sense of community, according to sales agent Christy Jordan.
Room makeover An affiliate of Focus Property Group recently made a dream come true for a 13-year-old girl battling cancer. In partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and numerous other contributors, LandTek, the land development management entity of Focus, granted Lauren Graham's wish for a bedroom makeover.
Agent details Alondra's selling points The northwestern valley location of the Alondra condominium complex enhances the lifestyle for residents, according to sales agent Christina La Verne.
Tantara plans wired for future Up-to-date wiring is an important factor for home buyers with high-tech toys, and the residences at Rhodes Homes' Tantara are set up to handle all contingencies, according to sales agent Tony Shelton.
Mountain Sky buyer cites favorite features Velisa Johnson-Walker, a fifth-grade teacher in North Las Vegas, purchased a new home five months ago at Mountain Sky, a neighborhood in the Spring Mountain Ranch community, and has been pleased with both her home and its builder, Centex Homes, ever since.
Carlisle at Summerlin touts locale Residents of Carlisle at Summerlin, a gated complex with 400 condominiums, can enjoy the numerous amenities of its master-planned community location, which include parks, trails, cultural amenities and shopping, according to the sales staff.
Richmond American Homes announces newest project A grand-opening celebration is scheduled for today at Richmond American's newest neighborhood in the northwestern valley. Richmond at Montecito Village will unveil four new model homes when the festivities begin at 11 a.m. Hot dogs and refreshments will be provided.
Two pools among Isla's amenities Isla at South Shores, a gated condominium development in the northwestern valley, offers numerous amenities.
Mandevilla to offer models Pardee Homes has released the final homes at its Mandevilla neighborhood at Eldorado Highlands, a development within North Las Vegas. Fewer than 15 homes remain for sale, according to Rob Tuvell, sales director for the builder.
Family opts for San Rafael After moving back to Southern Nevada from South Carolina last year, Jerel and Rebecca Nelson started their search for a new home. They found it at Pardee's San Rafael neighborhood of two-story homes in North Las Vegas.
Executive calls Dakota 'must-see' property Pardee Homes' sales executive Ray Landry said Dakota is a must-see neighborhood in the Shadow Mountain Ranch community in the southwestern valley.
Aliante master plan appeals to buyers After two years of looking at new and resale homes throughout the valley, Claudine and Rob Kosier found what they were looking for at the Aliante master-planned community in North Las Vegas.
Hughes embraces environmental issues As the developer of more than 25,000 acres in the Las Vegas Valley, The Howard Hughes Corp. has long recognized its obligation to be a good steward of the land. The company's Summerlin master-planned community is an ideal example, according to Hughes executive Tom Warden.
Pulte touts Anthem Highlands Pulte Homes' Dunbar Collection at Anthem Highlands comprises three two-story residential designs within the Anthem master plan in Henderson.
Homeowner catches 'shutter bug,' orders Rolladen rolling shutters Sharon Gutcher learned about Rolladen rolling shutters in a previous neighborhood before moving to the northwest part of the Las Vegas Valley. After first trying another product on her last house and not being satisfied with the results, she called on the company to install its product on her one-story residence as a deterrent against crime and a barrier against the elements.
Christopher provides luxury living Eight homes remain available for sale at The Villas and The Christopher Collection, two luxury-home neighborhoods built by Christopher Homes within the guard-gated Southern Highlands Golf Club community.
Lennar satisfies family After moving from Southern California, Sydney and Gavin Vinger found the perfect place for their children to play:a new home within Lennar's Nottingham Hills neighborhood in Sunrise Ridge in the southeast valley.
Torrey Pines Estates showcases site size Home sites as large as one-half acre and residences as large as 4,400 square feet are available at US Home's Torrey Pines Estates in the northwestern valley.
Avila Park's location draws condo buyers Avila Park, a condominium property in Las Vegas, is attracting buyers by its location in the northwestern valley, according to Debi Smith, regional sales manager.
Coronado Palms opening draws prospective buyers Las Vegas home buyers were rushing to visit Coronado Palms during the southwestern valley condominium development's recent preview opening, according to Tawnya Rosenthal, director of marketing.
Boca Raton nets 101 sales in weekend Boca Raton Condominiums offers a slice of Florida coast-inspired living in Las Vegas near the Strip, according to sales agents.
Oil prices spark rise in ratesOPEN HOUSE Fear of inflation swept through the bond markets and took a toll on the benchmark 10-year note that many lenders use to set mortgage rates. Selling of U.S. Treasury securities, which have their value eroded by inflation, sent prices diving and yields soaring.
Black Hawk provides zero-down program Pageantry Communities is offering zero-down and zero-move-in programs for a limited time at its Black Hawk luxury-condominium development, which is located in North Las Vegas.
Rhodes anticipates rec center With a new recreation center soon to open at Rhodes Ranch, prospective home buyers have shown an increased interest in The Collection, a neighborhood by Rhodes Homes within the residential development, according to sales manager John Smith.
Terrazzo posts first sale Pardee Homes has welcomed its first buyers at Terrazzo, the builder's new neighborhood within the MacDonald Ranch community in Henderson.
Club Aliante brings upscale amenities to North Las Vegas Del Webb's Club Aliante, an all-ages development, provides an active lifestyle in a guarded and gated community within the Aliante master-planned community in North Las Vegas.
Rhodes Homes readies Montebello As he prepares for the grand opening of the Montebello neighborhood in the Tuscany Residential Village, construction manager Bob Duncan can't help but notice the growth in the native vegetation surrounding the development and its golf course since the winter rainstorms.
Builders share service knowledge Pulte Homes and Del Webb spent months developing the Nevada Area Elite Contractor program to share the companies' award-winning custom service practices with their contractor partners.
Carina offers details on upcoming neighborhood in Green Valley Carina Homes has begun presales at its first Green Valley development, Lamplight Square at Green Valley Ranch, a 64-home neighborhood on the northwest corner of Green Valley Parkway and Coronado Drive.
Stone Canyon sales to begin Blue Heron Properties recently announced its Stone Canyon Luxury Loft Homes, a gated development to be built in the western valley. Company principal Tommy Isola said the property is unique in its concept.
Term change may clarify tax ruleHOUSE CALLS <b>Q.</b> I understand that if I buy a house for five years and live in it for two years, I don't have to pay the capital gains tax if I sell the house. Some people say I only have to buy and live in it for two years and I won't have to pay gains tax. I appreciate your answer. -- via e-mail.
New phase released at Treo South A new selection of homes has been released at Treo South, one of five neighborhoods offered by Ryland Homes at the South Mountain community in the southwestern valley.
Bike trails popular at Sun City Outdoor enthusiasts at Sun City Anthem take to the age-qualified community's bike paths each Sunday for a brisk 25-mile ride.
Sales start at Madera subdivision Semicustom homes are available from Toll Bros. at Madera, the builder's new neighborhood within the Mountain's Edge master-planned community in the southwestern valley.
City Lights' amenities turn visitors to buyers The homes at City Lights provide a low-maintenance lifestyle featuring many of the amenities of a resort, according to sales agent John Di Carlo.
